Dragon Age Dragon Age: The Veilguard Pre-Release Thread [GAME RELEASED, GO TO NEW THREAD]

[whydoibother]

 

[Assisted Living Godzilla]

So this Matt Goldman guy is the art director for most of BioWares games, all of the Dragon Age games, but Matt Rhodes is the artistic face of BioWare and in particular the Dragon Age games. Sounds like there really wasn't much point to Goldman. Maybe they'll actually get around to making a Dragon Age game that looks like Matt Rhodes art for once now, as opposed to some weird half realistic, half stylized take on Rhodes' stuff that they've been doing. That almost makes too much sense for BioWare to do though.

 

[J1M]

So this Matt Goldman guy is the art director for most of BioWares games, all of the Dragon Age games, but Matt Rhodes is the artistic face of BioWare and in particular the Dragon Age games. Sounds like there really wasn't much point to Goldman. Maybe they'll actually get around to making a Dragon Age game that looks like Matt Rhodes art for once now, as opposed to some weird half realistic, half stylized take on Rhodes' stuff that they've been doing. That almost makes too much sense for BioWare to do though.

The same guy was the art director for DA1 and DA2? That makes no sense.

 

[Nano]

The same guy was the art director for DA1 and DA2?

No. Matt is credited as a "senior artist" on Origins, the actual art directors were Dean Andersen and Alistair McNally. Matt took over in DA2.

 

[Assisted Living Godzilla]

Yeah, Goldman is Senior Artist on Origins, and then becomes Art Director for Dragon Age on Awakening. It looks like he left BioWare for a moment and joined Ensemble Studios, so that's probably why he's just credited as Senior Artist as opposed to Art Director.

Art/Graphics
Halo Wars: Definitive Edition (2017) (Art)
Dragon Age: Inquisition - Jaws of Hakkon (2015) (Art Director)
Dragon Age: Inquisition - Trespasser (2015) (Art Director)
Dragon Age: Inquisition (2014) (Art Director)
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition (2013) (Core Art Team)
Dragon Age II (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age II (BioWare Signature Edition) (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age II: Legacy (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age II: Mark of the Assassin (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age II: The Black Emporium (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age II: The Exiled Prince (2011) (Art Director)
Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening (2010) (Art Director (Dragon Age Franchise))
Dragon Age: Origins (2009) (Senior Artist)
Halo Wars (2009) (Art)
Jade Empire: Special Edition (2007) (Art Director)
Jade Empire (2005) (Art Director)
Jade Empire (Limited Edition) (2005) (Art Director)
Neverwinter Nights: Gold (2003) (Additional Art)
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (2003) (Additional Art)
Neverwinter Nights (2002) (Additional Art)
Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal (2001) (Art Director)
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn (2000) (Core Art Team)
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn (Collector... (2000) (Core Art Team)
MDK 2 (2000) (Art)​

 

[Semiurge]

 

[Oberon]

Only the female characters. Male characters will probably still be hot.

Have you seen the romance options for Andromeda?



I'm not sure anyone would call this "hot". Not even (most) furries.

I'm more disgusted by the danger hair he's hitting on tbh

 

[Camel]

Only the female characters. Male characters will probably still be hot.

Have you seen the romance options for Andromeda?



I'm not sure anyone would call this "hot". Not even (most) furries.

I'm more disgusted by the danger hair he's hitting on tbh

Now I understand why I was never able to finish ME:A.

 

[lycanwarrior]

Which is why I am very much taking a "wait-and-see" approach for any of Bioware's future output. Assuming they ever actually come out that is.

 

[Avarize]

Only the female characters. Male characters will probably still be hot.

Have you seen the romance options for Andromeda?



I'm not sure anyone would call this "hot". Not even (most) furries.

I'm more disgusted by the danger hair he's hitting on tbh

I'm more disgusted by the comments.

 

[Roguey]

Avellone gives Bioware what he's been giving Obsidian these past few years. https://twitter.com/ChrisAvellone/status/1466133676060594177

No idea who's still at BioWare anymore, I can't keep track of the departures. Good luck to all of them in future endeavors, though.

They say they’re committed to a high quality Dragon Age game still but they’ve really only managed to make a single good dragon age game, as much as I enjoy the setting.

At this point, I can't even tell what they're really committed to beyond seeming to foster an environment that encourages departures of key staff. Almost all the names at BioWare ten+ years ago which helped make the studio... pretty much gone.

 

[Nano]

I wonder, how does Avellone feel about Gaider throwing him under the bus last year?

 

[Sykar]

I wonder, how does Avellone feel about Gaider throwing him under the bus last year?

Do you have a link?

 

[Nano]

Do you have a link?

Referring to this: https://rpgcodex.net/forums/threads...ow-fighting-back.133607/page-184#post-6802206

 

[mediocrepoet]

Only the female characters. Male characters will probably still be hot.

Have you seen the romance options for Andromeda?

I'm not sure anyone would call this "hot". Not even (most) furries.

I'm more disgusted by the danger hair he's hitting on tbh

I'm more disgusted by the comments.

At least the disgusting Biowhores will probably never breed. Let this curse die with them.

 

[Roguey]

I wonder, how does Avellone feel about Gaider throwing him under the bus last year?

They are no longer friends.

 

[Reinhardt]

Only the female characters. Male characters will probably still be hot.

Have you seen the romance options for Andromeda?

I'm not sure anyone would call this "hot". Not even (most) furries.

I'm more disgusted by the danger hair he's hitting on tbh

I'm more disgusted by the comments.

STAY AWAY FROM THE FRIDGE ITZ MINE!!!!!!!!!! is a perfect characterization of these... things.

 

[Camel]

Avellone gives Bioware what he's been giving Obsidian these past few years. https://twitter.com/ChrisAvellone/status/1466133676060594177

He probably feels liberated and he can say what he wants to because of his current situation.

I wonder, how does Avellone feel about Gaider throwing him under the bus last year?

They are no longer friends.

Fuck anyone who believes false rape accusations. Hope Avellone clears his name, he's a nice man and the GOAT RPG writer.

 

[jackofshadows]

Fuck anyone who believes false rape accusations.

I wholeheartedly agree.

 

[Infinitron]

https://blog.bioware.com/2021/12/04/joining-our-community-to-celebrate-all-things-dragon-age/

Joining our Community to Celebrate All Things Dragon Age!

We are blown away that all of you celebrate Dragon Age Day every year and appreciate everyone that does. Dragon Age Day launched unofficially by fans, for fans, in the Fall of 2018 by Teresa “ImaSithDuh” M, with a small team of founders also including Angela Mitchell, Savvy B., and Alistair SM James, as well as former participants Ghil Dirthalen and Andrastini. We really appreciate the team behind Dragon Age Day for bringing us all together while supporting inclusivity and accessibility with a contribution to Able Gamers charity in the process!

This day belongs to you, our awesome community. In that spirit, we want to celebrate with you as fellow fans while spotlighting your unique and imaginative contributions to a world we all love. All-day we’ll be showcasing your amazing original creations on social, dropping new Dragon Age™ merch on Dark Horse Direct, Gaming Heads, and the BioWare Gear Store, as well as giving away plenty of gift cards. Tag your posts on Twitter using #BioWareGiveaway for a chance to win. Apex Legends™ has also gotten in on the fun with a Dragon Age themed Highland Ravager Weapon Charm available to EA Play members to claim anytime between December 2, 2021, and January 4, 2022.

Additionally, the Dragon Age Day team will be hosting events including charity rewards on sale from Dragon Age fan artists, 24+ hours of Twitch Livestreams all day today, writing, art & meme prompts and challenges, and videos spotlighting personal insights from the Dragon Age fan community (this year’s question: “Who is your favorite Dragon Age Companion/Character, and Why?). You can also view the full list of activities here.

We are continuously amazed by the passionate, diverse, inspiring, and creative community that has come together to join us in the land of Thedas. We are humbled by the ways in which you have expanded and celebrated the world of Dragon Age. From captivating fan fiction, beautiful character art, and cutting-edge cosplay to themed weddings, birthdays, tattoos, and even baby names, the world of Thedas has extended beyond the games and is now its own living breathing place embodied by all of you. We can not thank you all enough for your continued support and love for the franchise. It is what inspires us each and every day to continue to build new worlds, characters, and stories for you to explore.

Speaking of building new worlds and stories for you to explore, we want to let you all know that we’re still hard at work on building the next single-player-focused experience for Dragon Age. We’re excited for next year when we can talk more about what we’re working on. Until then, we’ll leave you with two new short stories from the world of Dragon Age!

-The Dragon Age Team

*CONDITIONS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS APPLY. SEE https://tos.ea.com/legalapp/eaplay/US/en/PC/ FOR DETAILS.

 

[mediocrepoet]

https://blog.bioware.com/2021/12/04/joining-our-community-to-celebrate-all-things-dragon-age/

Joining our Community to Celebrate All Things Dragon Age!

We are blown away that all of you celebrate Dragon Age Day every year and appreciate everyone that does. Dragon Age Day launched unofficially by fans, for fans, in the Fall of 2018 by Teresa “ImaSithDuh” M, with a small team of founders also including Angela Mitchell, Savvy B., and Alistair SM James, as well as former participants Ghil Dirthalen and Andrastini. We really appreciate the team behind Dragon Age Day for bringing us all together while supporting inclusivity and accessibility with a contribution to Able Gamers charity in the process!

This day belongs to you, our awesome community. In that spirit, we want to celebrate with you as fellow fans while spotlighting your unique and imaginative contributions to a world we all love. All-day we’ll be showcasing your amazing original creations on social, dropping new Dragon Age™ merch on Dark Horse Direct, Gaming Heads, and the BioWare Gear Store, as well as giving away plenty of gift cards. Tag your posts on Twitter using #BioWareGiveaway for a chance to win. Apex Legends™ has also gotten in on the fun with a Dragon Age themed Highland Ravager Weapon Charm available to EA Play members to claim anytime between December 2, 2021, and January 4, 2022.

Additionally, the Dragon Age Day team will be hosting events including charity rewards on sale from Dragon Age fan artists, 24+ hours of Twitch Livestreams all day today, writing, art & meme prompts and challenges, and videos spotlighting personal insights from the Dragon Age fan community (this year’s question: “Who is your favorite Dragon Age Companion/Character, and Why?). You can also view the full list of activities here.

We are continuously amazed by the passionate, diverse, inspiring, and creative community that has come together to join us in the land of Thedas. We are humbled by the ways in which you have expanded and celebrated the world of Dragon Age. From captivating fan fiction, beautiful character art, and cutting-edge cosplay to themed weddings, birthdays, tattoos, and even baby names, the world of Thedas has extended beyond the games and is now its own living breathing place embodied by all of you. We can not thank you all enough for your continued support and love for the franchise. It is what inspires us each and every day to continue to build new worlds, characters, and stories for you to explore.

Speaking of building new worlds and stories for you to explore, we want to let you all know that we’re still hard at work on building the next single-player-focused experience for Dragon Age. We’re excited for next year when we can talk more about what we’re working on. Until then, we’ll leave you with two new short stories from the world of Dragon Age!

-The Dragon Age Team

*CONDITIONS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS APPLY. SEE https://tos.ea.com/legalapp/eaplay/US/en/PC/ FOR DETAILS.

 

[Nano]

How did everyone decide on December 4 being Dragon Age Day? Wasn't Origins released in November?

 

[rusty_shackleford]

"dragon age day"

jfc just stop

 

[mediocrepoet]

How did everyone decide on December 4 being Dragon Age Day? Wasn't Origins released in November?

What Is Marketing?
Marketing refers to activities a company undertakes to promote the buying or selling of a product or service. Marketing includes advertising, selling, and delivering products to consumers or other businesses. Some marketing is done by affiliates on behalf of a company.


Professionals who work in a corporation's marketing and promotion departments seek to get the attention of key potential audiences through advertising. Promotions are targeted to certain audiences and may involve celebrity endorsements, catchy phrases or slogans, memorable packaging or graphic designs and overall media exposure.


KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Marketing refers to all activities a company does to promote and sell products or services to consumers.
• Marketing makes use of the "marketing mix," also known as the four Ps—product, price, place, and promotion.
• At its core, marketing seeks to take a product or service, identify its ideal customers, and draw the customers' attention to the product or service available.

Understanding Marketing
Marketing as a discipline involves all the actions a company undertakes to draw in customers and maintain relationships with them. Networking with potential or past clients is part of the work too, and may include writing thank you emails, playing golf with prospective clients, returning calls and emails quickly, and meeting with clients for coffee or a meal.


At its most basic level, marketing seeks to match a company's products and services to customers who want access to those products. Matching products to customers ultimately ensures profitability.


Product, price, place, and promotion are the Four Ps of marketing. The Four Ps collectively make up the essential mix a company needs to market a product or service. Neil Borden popularized the idea of the marketing mix and the concept of the Four Ps in the 1950s.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/marketing.asp

 

[Nano]

Dragon Age's lead writer:



Well, at least his hair isn't blue anymore?