Countdown To E3 – Dragon Age III

The general consensus of Dragon Age II was disappointment. BioWare can’t miss the mark with the next entry in the franchise…right?

Out of all the games we’ve previewed thus far, Dragon Age III is one we know the least about. We do, however, know that it will probably be more of an open world type of game, have multiplayer, and and all new protagonist. But most importantly, the game won’t be rushed. There was a mere 16 month gap between the first two Dragon Age games, something that showed as you played through Dragon Age II, not to mention that the game felt less RPG and more like an action title. Sure, you could say the same about the Mass Effect franchise as it progressed, but the heart of the universe was in effect; I felt like I was playing an entirely different game with Dragon Age II.

BioWare has a chance to make up for their faults, and if I was a betting man, I’d say that they will rise to the challenge. The tease of a title that features more of an open world gives us hope to enjoy the exploring that went on in Dragon Age: Origins. Sadly, with the return of our hero being fully voiced, I doubt we’ll return to the original’s set up of various races/genders to choose for your character, but one from hope.

Being the third entry into a franchise, Dragon Age III has a common desire from me: find what works from the first two games and combine them. It sounds so easy on paper, yet it’s something that doesn’t always happen. Yet, if BioWare can deliver an action experience with deep RPG roots, fans will undoubtedly be pleased.


Here’s what I’m expecting:

– The traditional BioWare dialogue set up and deep character development.
– A bloody, gruesome, action experience with plenty of tactical scenarios during combat, catering to both the strategy and hack n’ slash crowd.
– A linear story in a non-linear world; BioWare wants to tell their story, but they’ll want you to explore their world in any manner of your choosing.

If all three of these components come together, it’ll be a job well done. We’ll see how the game is shaping up soon enough.

Share this article:

Share on facebook
Facebook
Share on twitter
Twitter
Share on linkedin
LinkedIn
Share on tumblr
Tumblr
Share on email
Email
Share on whatsapp
WhatsApp

Recent Posts

Master Chief holding his helmet. Halo Infinite Features

What Halo Infinite Should Have Been

https://youtu.be/Cagxj2RchQI?si=_fFf3fs_fsh7d0Fq Many people have a gaming franchise that changed their life in some way. I have life-long friendships that have been formed while playing games like Mario Kart and Golden …

Gaming News

Should You Buy A Meta Quest 3S?

https://youtu.be/EVSbA2Yxx2k?si=G2KXmPguAB_45u5n Meta recencetly heald their Meta Connect conference and announced some excited things if you’re into VR and AR. The Meta Quest 2 was once the hottest item in their …

Halo Project Foundry Gaming News

What Is The Future of Halo?

https://youtu.be/a2CCRgycbLI?si=3juhSUwirUTpKWoJ There have been rumors for years about what is next for Halo. Today during the Halo World Championships, we got our answers. 343 Industries will now be known as …

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind Gaming News

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind | Developer Interview

It may surprise many, but there has never been a Power Rangers arcade beat ’em up game. (I know right!?!?!) Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind is a passion project …

Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch Gaming News

Jay and Silent Bob: The Chronic Blunt Punch | PAX West 2024

Going into PAX West 2024, I knew that I was going to enjoy ‘Jay and Silent Bob: The Chronic Blunt Punch’, but I did not know it was going to be …

Gaming News

Undisputed at PAX West 2024

Ash Habib has a true passion for boxing and Undisputed is his love letter to the sport. ‪@PlayUndisputed‬ aims to be both a technical and fun boxing game. The game …