I struggle to say this, because Dragon Age: Origins was a contender for Game of the Year 2009 in my book, but its tepid and disjointed follow-up is nothing short of a disappointment. I hesitate to call it a terrible game as well, because it isn’t that...
Abstract: Dragon Age 2 Intro:Like most fantasy novels the story starts out being told from a third person limited point of view, Varric a dwarf in the main character’s party, is being interrogated by what is soon identified as a lady seeker who’s dressed ...
Abstract: With Dragon Age: Origin, Bioware made a game that felt very much like a last hurray into the world of traditional computer RPGs. There were highly tactical battles, an epic story, and branching conversation paths (staples of Bioware's games). It re...
Abstract: It’s been only 16 months since BioWare introduced us to the magical world of Thedas. It’s a wonderful place, at least for aspiring heroes, as there’s no shortage of menacing beasts to slay or corrupt figureheads to overthrow. 2009’s Dragon Age: Origins...
Abstract: We have been talking quite a bit about Dragon Age II here at HG headquarters. In between all the yelling and crying, between the smashed keyboards and thrown staplers, one question keeps coming up: What do we compare Dragon Age II against? More specifically, should Dragon Age II be compared to Dragon Age: Origins...
Abstract: Over the last decade-plus, BioWare hasn't really made a bad game. Sure, there are a few people out there that just detest Jade Empire or couldn't stand the mildly-compromised action in the first Mass Effect, but most people have absolutely loved eve...
Abstract: Many players will recall Dragon Age: Origins with fond memories. It was a staple of the RPG genre for BioWare, and though it had some issues, most players were able to get behind the classic formula. Combined with a good story and characters, it was a ...
I have to admit that Dragon Age II is not my kind of game, as I'm simply not a fan of the role-playing genre. However I must acknowledge this is still a very impressive looking game that makes good use of DirectX 11 features. The use of tessellation a...
Published: 2011-03-10, Author: Jason , review by: techworld.com
At the end of Dragon Age II, I'm not sure how I feel about the story. What was the message? Is it one of the importance of freedom? Is it a cautionary tale on how power can corrupt? Dragon Age II flirts with both of these messages. But as a game, its ...
Every modification to the gameplay and structure of Dragon Age II is a clear improvement over the previous game. The combat is more responsive and bloody, you don’t need to fight the inventory system anymore, and conversations are more engaging thanks ...
