How to give a gift in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Ever wondered how to get better merchant rates and influence people in Dragon's Dogma 2? Gifting is your answer! It's not just about throwing random items at NPCs, and I'll show you how to do it right in this guide.

How to give presents to NPCs in Dragon's Dogma 2

To give presents to an NPC in Dragon's Dogma 2, initiate a dialogue with them and press the following button to offer a present after the introductory line:

• The Square button if you are on PS5.
• The X button on Xbox Series X|S.
• Left-click if you're on PC.

But here's the catch: you've got to be quick about it. If you let them hang on for too long, you'll lose the chance.

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How to choose the right gift in Dragon's Dogma 2

Choosing the right gift in Dragon's Dogma 2 is easy, but you have to be mindful. But let's be real, not every item is going to make them happy. Rotten meat will make nobody happy. To find out what each NPC likes, just follow the steps below:

• Press the pause key to enter the main menu.
• Choose the History tab.
• Choose NPC logbook next.
• Keep scrolling down until you see the name of the NPC you want to give a present. Under the Likes section, you can see what kind of items they prefer.

The benefits of gifting in Dragon's Dogma 2

There are many benefits of gifting in Dragon's Dogma 2, as it can bump up an NPC's affinity towards you, help you nail quest objectives, or be a nice farewell to your Hired Pawns. Sometimes, it will even be a get-out-of-jail card, but it won't be free. But remember, moderation is key. One gift per day cycle is the limit; after that, you're just wasting your stuff.

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