Larian Studios' Publishing Director, Michael Douse, recently lauded BioWare's latest RPG, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, showering the action RPG with high praise. Here's a closer look at his insightful comments.
Michael Douse (@Cromwelp on X), the publishing director at Larian Studios (the creators of Baldur's Gate 3), has expressed enthusiastic approval for Dragon Age: The Veilguard. He revealed on Twitter that he secretly played the game—even resorting to playing behind his backpack at the office!
Douse highlighted The Veilguard's clear sense of purpose, a refreshing change from previous Dragon Age installments that sometimes struggled to balance narrative and gameplay. He likened the experience to a captivating Netflix series, emphasizing its engaging pacing and character-driven story, unlike a drawn-out, less focused production.
The Veilguard's combat system also earned Douse's commendation. He described it as a brilliant blend of Xenoblade Chronicles and Hogwarts Legacy, creating a fast-paced, action-oriented system that allows for impactful attack chaining. This marks a departure from the slower, more tactical combat of earlier Dragon Age titles, drawing closer to the style of BioWare's Mass Effect series.
Douse further praised The Veilguard's pacing and its ability to seamlessly integrate crucial narrative moments with opportunities for players to experiment with their character builds and abilities. He also championed BioWare's continued presence in the gaming industry, emphasizing its importance amidst "moronic corporate greed."
However, Douse's most compelling observation centered on The Veilguard's newfound identity. He declared it "the first Dragon Age game that truly knows what it wants to be," a statement that, while potentially critical of previous entries, was clarified by Douse: "I’ll always be a [Dragon Age: Origins] guy, and this isn't that." While it may not replicate the nostalgic charm of Dragon Age: Origins, The Veilguard’s distinct vision resonated strongly with him. In his own words: "In a word, it’s fun!"
Dragon Age: The Veilguard aims for unparalleled player immersion through the Rook, a customizable protagonist with extensive personalization options. According to an Xbox Wire feature, players will have remarkable control over their Rook's background, skills, and moral alignment. As the Rook, players assemble a party to confront two ancient Elven gods threatening Thedas.
Character creation in The Veilguard ensures that every choice—from backstory to combat specialization—significantly impacts the player's experience. Players can select from Mage, Rogue, and Warrior classes, each with unique specializations (e.g., Spellblade for mages). Personalization extends even to the Rook's home, the Lighthouse, allowing players to decorate rooms to reflect their character's journey.
"As you do, Rook reminisces about their history before the events of the game," a developer told Xbox Wire. "This let me define more about my Rook—even down to choices I thought were incidental, like why he has face tattoos. The result is a character who truly feels like mine."
This meticulous attention to character detail likely contributed to Michael Douse's positive assessment, particularly the game's emphasis on meaningful player choices. With The Veilguard's release on October 31st, BioWare hopes players will share Douse's enthusiasm. Our review of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, awarding it a score of 90, praised its embrace of a faster-paced action RPG style, resulting in more fluid and engaging gameplay. For a more in-depth look at our review, please see the link below!
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