Is Ian McShane in Dragon’s Dogma 2? Explained

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With Capcom’s announcement of a Dragon’s Dogma 2 showcase featuring Ian McShane, many fans are now wondering if the actor will lend his voice to one of the game’s characters. Stick around for all the details.

Set to launch this March, Dragon’s Dogma 2 has been the center of attention for the better part of the month thus far, as fans of the series continue to tinker with the game’s Character Creation Tool Demo. While players have spent hours working on intricate character designs, an upcoming showcase from developer and publisher Capcom has brought the fanbase’s attention to a new topic: Is Ian McShane in Dragon’s Dogma 2? The actor will be hosting the Welcome to Dragon’s Dogma 2 presentation when it airs, so let’s do what we can to answer this burning question as we await the premiere.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 – PS5
  • A Grand Adventure – Dragon’s Dogma 2 begins in a subterranean jail, where the Dragon’s voice echoes in the fog of lost memories.
  • Single-Player Cooperation – Up to three mysterious otherworldly beings, known as Pawns, accompany the Arisen throughout their journey.
  • Made with RE ENGINE – Capcom’s advanced RE ENGINE produces vividly detailed, high fidelity graphics combined with immersive physics and complex and reactive character AI to create a setting where decisions, and their consequences, come to life.
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  • English (Playback Language)

Is Ian McShane in Dragon’s Dogma 2?

At present, it’s not yet clear whether Ian McShane will voice a character in Dragon’s Dogma 2. The well-known British actor wasn’t a part of the first entry in the series, though this doesn’t rule out the possibility that he might take on a new role altogether. In any case, there has been no confirmation of his participation in the project just yet. However, players are now speculating, as McShane is set to host Capcom Asia’s showcase entitled Welcome to Dragon’s Dogma 2 when it premieres on March 14.

Those curious have wasted no time offering up their theories on Reddit and discussing what might lie ahead. While most have come to the conclusion that McShane has taken a voice acting role in the project, others have proposed that Capcom brought McShane in to announce upcoming content, specifically a fully playable demo. As we near the game’s launch this month, there’s no telling what’s in store.

When is the Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase with Ian McShane?

The Capcom Asia YouTube channel will be holding a showcase dubbed Welcome to Dragon’s Dogma 2 on March 14, 2024. Presented by actor Ian McShane, it’s planned to begin at 7 pm ET / 4 pm PT. Fans interested in tuning in can check back with the game’s publisher at the designated time or view the presentation with us when it airs.

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