Server not available?

[Naewyng]

It says that the dragon's dogma server is not available at the moment, is it because I fked with the save files (so that I can start anew and have my old saves as well), or is the server just under maint or something?

[Appendy]

Verifying integrity of the game files didn't work for me :(

I've been working on the hero achievement this week (the last one I have). I literally have one stupid quest left until I'm 100%. I'd hate to do it offline and it not "count". Guess I'll wait.

[Someone]

Its likely not a steam issue but a capcom issue. Just wait it out and try to play something else if it bothers you.

[phosTR]

Are the servers working again?

[Cris]

Nope still offline. Checked right now.

[Annika]

Glad i quit this game awhile ago but sad there still having server problems for other people who still play this.

[💖 Officer Hotpants 💖]

Originally posted by alekzanderlr:

Originally posted by ✨ Officer Hotpants ✨:

I want you all to know that about five minutes after I said "glad I hired the pawns I did right before I quit yesterday", one of them, with no enemies or obstacles around, ran straight for the first body of deep water we came across and dove in. It was the room where you find the first mimic. Said mimic was not actually present, mind you, being still dead from last night's run.

I love this game but sometimes I hate it.

Oh, that specific spot is super dangerous for pawns, when they try to jump the chest they frequently overshoot. And something about the shape of the terrain there makes them want to jump the chest even when it shouldn't be necessary. :(
My condolences!

Was that pawn a friend/favorite? It may be cached at the rift. If so you can still get it again even without a connection.

It was someone else's. Favorited but not cached, it seems. And to be clear, I wasn't even on the little pier with the chest. I was across the room from it. She just ran straight for the water. Like a big, dumb, armored dog at the beach.

[Naewyng]

Originally posted by Annika:

Glad i quit this game awhile ago but sad there still having server problems for other people who still play this.

lol this answer doesn't really make any sense xD

[alekzanderlr]

Originally posted by Bladesong:

edit: Just read about pawns overshooting the chest. My personal pawn has developed a habit of charging the 2-4 chests on the edge opposite entrance stairs in Rotunda / Black Abby / Sparyard of ... and rather slow down like every other edge, she will vault over a chest and fly into the abyss beyond. She always has my back so now I don't loot those chests. (doubly not now with server issue)

I found that there are three ways to approach those chests:

1- run towards them: almost certain that at least one pawn will jump to their deaths. This is actually not chest-related; run towards any pit or sudden drop and the pawns will likely kill themselves. This is because they first try to appear on camera and only then stop their sprint; which is too late if you stopped close to the fall.
2- walk towards the chests: usually safe but there's a small chance someone will jump the chest AND overshoot the jump.
3- walk towards the chests but looking away from the pit. Never had any pawn fall with this method. They don't need to jump at all since they are already doing what they love the best: posing for the camera. ;)

[Someone]

LOL moonwalk to the treasure XD

[abitsleepy]

Originally posted by Annika:

Glad i quit this game awhile ago but sad there still having server problems for other people who still play this.

This sound like a bitter ex who can't move on lmaooo

[Wicked Sick]

Totally fits lol

[abitsleepy]

Still down as of 11:30 PM EST

[Someone]

Ya it might be some time before they come back up. Give it a few days chill have some coffee maybe pick up a different game in the mean time.

[Omallis]

I just contacted capcom support and the response I got gave me the impression they are unaware of any server issues and seemed to think it was an isolated case to just me. This is the email they sent me with troubleshooting steps:

"Hello,

Thanks for contacting Capcom USA Customer Support. We’re sorry to hear about the issue you’re experiencing with Dragon’s Dogma on Steam. Please follow these troubleshooting steps to try to resolve the issue:

1. Check the status of the Steam servers
First, check to see whether the Steam servers are experiencing any network outages. If there is an outage, check the official Steam Support Twitter page to stay up-to-date on when it is OK to connect again.
• Steam Support (Twitter)
2. Check your Steam privacy settings
Steam users with protected profiles will not be able to send invites to friends. Please change your user profile to "Public" or "Friend Only" in order to send invites and connect to other users.
To modify your privacy settings:
• Log into your Steam account
• Click on the top of your profile (right next to 'Community') and select 'Profile'
• Edit profile > Choose "Privacy Setting"
• Modify your private settings
3. Ensure other online devices are turned off prior to playing
Internet speeds of 15-20Mbps (Megabits per second) are oftentimes sufficient enough for online gaming. However, homes could have several devices connected to the internet at one time. If the home uses the internet for other things like streaming music, watching movies, and working from home, this can all put a strain on your bandwidth. We recommend ensuring other devices using the internet at home are turned off while playing online.

4. Reboot your PC and refresh your modem and router
Try exiting the game and rebooting your PC, as well as refreshing your modem and router connection by unplugging both devices for a few minutes, then re-plugging the modem, followed by the router. If other devices, such as another PC/Mac or smartphone are also connected and being used on the network, please disconnect or refrain from using them while playing online.

If using a router or CTU with a UPnP function, please confirm whether this function is ON. If it is OFF, please turn it ON and try connecting online again. Please also ensure that packet filtering is turned off on both your router and with your Internet Service Provider.

If there are 2 routers being used, we recommend putting one of these routers in Bridge Mode. For more information on this mode, we recommend consulting your router’s manual.

*If you are unsure of the appropriate setting regarding port opening and UPnP function, please contact your router manufacturer/provider.*

Finally, additional PPPoE settings may be required for your modem and/or router. For further details, please check with your Internet Service Provider.

5. If using WiFi, switch to a wired Ethernet connection
A wired Ethernet connection is recommended when playing online. If you are already connected via Ethernet, try connecting the Ethernet cord from your PC directly to the modem, thereby bypassing your router.

6. Check your Windows Firewall and Anti-virus settings
Your online experience may improve by ensuring your Windows Firewall is properly configured. Please ensure the .exe is added to your Windows Firewall and Anti-virus exceptions.

For a guide on adding exceptions to Windows Firewall and your Anti-virus software, click one of the following, applicable links:
• Windows Defender
• Microsoft Security Essentials
• Malwarebytes
• Avast Antivirus
• AVG Antivirus
• Kaspersky Antivirus
• Webroot SecureAnywhere
• McAfee Antivirus (Steam Support guide)
• Bitdefender
• Windows Firewall
7. Check your NAT (Network Address Translation) settings
Issues with connecting to a match online could be related to the NAT settings of your network. Network connections at universities / college dormitories, for example, generally impose some form of strict NAT (Network Address Translation) type which can cause issues with connecting to some online games. If you have strict NAT settings, you may have difficulty connecting to online game servers. We recommend double-checking the NAT settings for your PC to determine which type is set.

PC NAT settings can be found by accessing your modem / router’s menu. For more information on accessing this menu, please contact your modem / router manufacturer.
• NAT Type 1 (Open) – You are either not behind a router/firewall or you have DMZ enabled. This NAT type shouldn’t run into any issues while gaming, however this may cause security issues.
• NAT Type 2 (Moderate) –Your console is connected properly and you shouldn’t run into any issues.
• NAT Type 3 (Strict) – You may be able to connect online and perform downloads/updates but other functions may not work as intended.
8. Forward the necessary ports on your router
If you haven’t yet already, we recommend Steam users forward the following ports on their router. For a handy guide to port-forwarding, please click this link. Please also contact your Internet Service Provider to ensure they are not blocking any of the following ports.

PC/Steam
The ports in this Steam guide should be forwarded for Steam users (reposted below).

To log into Steam and download content:
• HTTP (TCP port 80) and HTTPS (443)
• UDP 27015 through 27030
• TCP 27015 through 27030
Steam Client
• UDP 27000 to 27015 inclusive (Game client traffic)
• UDP 27015 to 27030 inclusive (Typically Matchmaking and HLTV)
• UDP 27031 and 27036 (incoming, for In-Home Streaming)
• TCP 27036 and 27037 (incoming, for In-Home Streaming)
• UDP 4380
Dedicated or Listen Servers
• TCP 27015 (SRCDS Rcon port)
Steamworks P2P Networking and Steam Voice Chat
• UDP 3478 (Outbound)
• UDP 4379 (Outbound)
• UDP 4380 (Outbound)

If you continue experiencing issues connecting, please let us know at your earliest convenience and we will look into additional options. Sharing your region / location, and any additional error codes you may be receiving can also help us further investigate. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Best Regards,

CAPCOM USA Customer Support

[Umbral Knight]

Been experiencing this issue as well. Really want to update my pawn.