How to use Photo Mode in Dragon’s Dogma 2
Dragon's Dogma 2 is positively stunning most of the time, so make sure to learn how to use photo mode so that you can show off your Arisen and the world.
It’s practically pivotal these days that the most gorgeous games have a photo mode so you can enjoy the hard work that has gone into creating the world, and Dragon’s Dogma 2 is no exception.
Whether you want to capture the moment you beat a particularly tricky boss or simply want to squint at the grandeur of the game, the Photo Mode options in Dragon’s Dogma 2 are bound to let you get creative.
How to access Photo Mode
To access Photo Mode in Dragon’s Dogma 2, all you need to do is pause the game and scroll down the menu until you reach the Photo Mode option.
Photo Mode will open with your characters paused during their current action, so if you’re sprinting away from (or hopefully fighting) a big beastie, then Photo Mode will pause the action for you.
All Photo Mode options
There are an assortment of options for you to get creative with in Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Photo Mode, from filters to frames. Below, you’ll find all the options that are available to you:
| Category | Option |
| Camera | Area of View Inclination |
| Depth of Field | Blur Focusing Distance Focus Area Blur (Short Range) Blur (Long Range) Blur (Overall) |
| Effects 1 | Brightness Vignette Coverage Bloom Bloom Strength |
| Effects 2 | Filters Filter Intensity Lens Distortion Lens Distortion Strength Chromatic Aberration Chromatic Aberration Strength |
| Frames and Logos | Frame Type Logo Type Logo Position Capcom Logo Capcom Logo Position Copyright |
| Display Items | Screen Filter HUD Display Grid |
As you can see from my image above, you can add logos, an ambient filter and even a cinematic or 4:3 frame for that perfect Instagram photo - now all you need is a fitting caption.
That’s everything you need to get started with Photo Mode in Dragon’s Dogma 2. With any luck, you’ll capture some sweet shots, whether it’s a vibrant landscape or a troll snoozing by the river.
Head over to our Dragon's Dogma 2 homepage for more tips and tricks, including the best Thief build, how to climb on enemies, and how to revive people.
About The Author
Jack Roberts
Jack is a Guides Writer at GGRecon. With a BA (Hons) & MA in English and Creative Writing, he was also the Gaming Editor for The Indiependent. When not pondering which game has the best cup of coffee (and drinking far too much of it himself), he can often be found playing Dead by Daylight, Street Fighter or making yet another build in Bloodborne.
