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

[Camel]

I liked the banter between Velanna and Anders. Some spicy stuff.
Pretty cool companions, all things considered.

Velanna is cool and her voice actress Grey DeLisle is competent. I remember only the banter between Anders and Justice where the spirit was goading the mage to rebel against the templars.

 

[anvi]

Dragon Age delenda est.

Or EA, the root of all evil.

 

[Aarwolf]

That early leak showed everyone how decision making is done in BioWare today.
EA CEO 1: Hey, ratings show that some game called Dark Soulful is popular among teens these days.
EA CEO 2: Yeah, I saw that too in paper game journal, they say rolling and hard bosses are cool and progressive nowdays.
EA CEO 1: Indeed, hey, BioWare, make Dreadwolf like that.
BioWare: W...What? But we already had a roadmap and...
EA CEO 2: Oh, and make it multiplayer-centered!
EA CEO 1: ...like, Fortnitesque looter-shooter!
BioWare: But we can't make it in time...
EA CEO 2: Yeah, make protagonist's party full of diverse lgbt minorities and strong lesbian women
*signing seal of approval*

Yeah, right. Evil EA execs and good Bioware, I can't believe someone believes that shit in 2023.

 

[NecroLord]

I liked the banter between Velanna and Anders. Some spicy stuff.
Pretty cool companions, all things considered.

Velanna is cool and her voice actress Grey DeLisle is competent. I remember only the banter between Anders and Justice where the spirit was goading the mage to rebel against the templars.

Grey DeLisle is great.
And she is friggin' everywhere!
Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, Kotor 1 and 2, VTMB, PC voice in Neverwinter Nights, Doom 3, Jedi Academy, the list goes on...

 

[Dishonoredbr]

LOOK NEW TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER

 

[Ryzer]

Looks like something made during an internship.

 

[Cat Headed Eagle]

the trailer for pillars of eternity looked better and that's a decade old at this point. this look like the trailer for some mobile trash game

 

[Dodo1610]

At least they have a Steampage,

 

[Peacefriend]

The stylization of the text "DRAGON AGE" reminds me of cheap mobile games.
The stylization of the text "DREADWOLF" reminds me of neon lights, maybe cyberpunk vibes.

Of all the things, I'd have thought this basic level of graphic design should be something they'd be experienced and good at?

 

[Space Satan]

I am doing my part

 

[Morgoth]

Dat Marvelesque logo...

Also, a full reveal in Summer 2024 portents a 2025 release?

 

[Space Satan]

Hmmmm

Welcome to Dragon Age: Dreadwolf™. Enter the world of Thedas, a vibrant land of rugged wilderness, treacherous labyrinths, and glittering cities steeped in savage combat and secret magics. Now, the fate of this world teeters on a knife's edge.

Thedas needs a new leader — one they'll never see coming. You’ll forge a courageous fellowship to challenge the gathering storm. Friendship, drama, and romance will abound as you bring striking individuals together into an extraordinary team. Become the leader and light the beacon of hope in their darkest moments.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

 

[Fedora Master]

LOOK NEW TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER OF THE TEASER

Stop posting garbage
That's Infinitrons job

 

[Jorus]

The description makes it sounds like it is a reboot of Cisquisition instead of being a sequel to it.

 

[Cat Headed Eagle]

At least they have a Steampage,

Note that it does not mention the need for the EA App running in the background like other EA games. Maybe they'll add it later though.

 

[Roguey]

"finally coming in Summer 2024"

The Steam page says the full reveal will be summer 2024. This crap isn't going to be out in six months.

 

[anvi]

Does everyone know the significance of the purple?

 

[Abu Antar]

I guess 2026 for this, and 2028 for Mass Effect. I don't know how, but BioWare are miraculously not being closed down.

 

[Abu Antar]

Does everyone know the significance of the purple?

 

[Shaja]

Won´t there be VGA trailer this time then? EA is fan of that show

 

[Cat Headed Eagle]

Does everyone know the significance of the purple?

lean

 

[Abu Antar]

Won´t there be VGA trailer this time then? EA is fan of that show

They will probably show one of their "EA Originals".

 

[Shaja]

https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/dragon-age/news/da-day-2023

[Mark] Dragon Age has always been a franchise about characters. Characters to fall in love with or to learn to loath. Those characters need a place in which to live, to fight, and to love—a place that shapes them and the events they find themselves swept up in. Today we explore the place they call home that forms the stage for everything that you do: Thedas.

Corinne and the Dragon Age: Dreadwolf team have created a game that celebrates the rich and varied past of the franchise while crafting new experiences and stories. It has been incredible to come back to BioWare and see all of the progress they’ve made, and I’m excited for some of that world to be shared with all of you today.

[Corinne] Thank you, Mark! I fondly remember playing each entry in the Dragon Age franchise, being completely immersed and enamored in the world you all had built. It amazes me to be here now, working alongside you and the team, to bring new stories and characters (not to mention a few returning characters) to all of the fans of the franchise. Dragon Age: Dreadwolf is the product of hard work and love. We know how much this world means to all of you, how these experiences stay with you. We want to get it right, so we’ve taken our time.

We’re so excited to join in this celebration of all things Dragon Age and the incredible fandom that surrounds it. Within the dev team, we’ve been eagerly awaiting Dragon Age Day as the enthusiasm, stories, charity, and artwork you share motivates us to be our best and create new experiences for all of you.

To celebrate DA Day, we’re sharing a look at a few of the in-game locations you’ll explore on this new adventure (and perhaps a little more for those who listen closely). The stage is set. The Dread Wolf is ready to make his move.

Oh, and one last thing before I go…

In summer 2024, we’ll be fully revealing Dragon Age: Dreadwolf to you! We honestly can’t wait.

See you all in Thedas,

—Corinne Busche, Game Director & Mark Darrah, Sr Production Advisor


You’ve visited the lands of Thedas thrice before in our games and many more times in comics, books, art, and short stories. This time, you’ll be venturing to places unseen and returning to places from long ago.

To celebrate Dragon Age Day, we wanted to show you some of those sights.


We stand on the precipice of change. This is a world brimming with stories and characters waiting to meet you. The fate of this world teeters on the edge of a knife. In past games, you only got to see a slice of the world. In Origins, it was Ferelden—a land ravaged by war and darkspawn. In II, it was Kirkwall and its locales—festering with corruption and a dark underworld. And in Inquisition, you ventured across much of Orlais—facing down political intrigue as often as combat.


This time, however, much more of Thedas is yours to see. The desolate, beautiful badlands of the Anderfels with curtains of distant mountainous spires. The twisting canals and gleaming towers of Antiva, where Crows may lurk in any shadow. The turquoise seas of Rivain with its rushes of greenery and hardy sea-faring people. And of course, there’s more.


We felt this was best for the tale we wanted to tell this time and we hope you enjoy it as much as we have! It’s allowed us to create many more locations than past games, including both some you’ve longed to go to…and some you’ve never heard of before!


To help capture the wonders of Thedas, we partnered with three wonderful artists from our exceptionally talented community and gave them an early look at what you’ve now seen. We’ve always been so fortunate to have such an incredibly skilled community of artists, and getting to work with these three was a true joy!

We asked each of them to create a vista of one of the three regions in the video based on their interpretation of it in their own unique styles. Please enjoy their wonderful work, and be sure to send them some love when you check out their personal channels for more of their art!


Rivain by Gabriela Isache — Twitter | Instagram | Tumblr

Upon eastern shores and sunkissed sands, the Lords of Fortune no longer hold dominion over the coasts of Rivain—not when dragons are growing bolder and laying waste to their ships.


Antiva by Nipuni — Twitter | Instagram

Ever the pinnacle of mystery and intrigue, the Crows watch from the deep shadows of beautiful Antiva. Something, however, is amiss, and they are set on uncovering the source.


Anderfels by Solelle — Twitter | Instagram | Tumblr

To the far west, three Grey Wardens patrol the Anderfels. Tremors have been creating disturbances of late. Their cause is unknown. Upon the distant horizon, a storm of ominous intent brews and darkens the skies.


Turning our focus to your closest kitchen, if you’re looking for a fun gift this holiday season or want to try some Thedosian dishes yourself, we’ve got you covered with Dragon Age: The Official Cookbook: Tastes of Thedas from our partners, Insight Editions! This project was lovingly crafted by the author, Jessie Hasset, as well as members of our team who have an affinity for the kitchen and a love of cuisine.


The cookbook features recipes suited to all skill levels, but we know that jumping in may be a daunting task for some. To help you out, we’ve partnered with MisoHungrie, a wonderful YouTuber who specializes in cooking, with a particular knack for video game and entertainment-related dishes.

If you’re looking for a place to start on your culinary journey, check out his video and follow along. And be sure to let us know what you think of these Thedosian delights!

In addition to this, there are two giveaways you should keep an eye out for! For the first, our friends over at Insight Editions are giving away five copies of the cookbook on their social channels, so be sure to check them out. And it doesn’t end there.

For those of you who decide to try your hand at making a culinary delight from the book (including one of the ones we’ve released separately), be sure to follow our own Dragon Age social channels for the second giveaway. Keep an eye out for the opportunity to submit your creation for a chance to win a BioWare Gear Store package, including the brand-new Morrigan romance bundle! Details on that giveaway will be posted next week.


As we mentioned earlier this year, we’ve partnered with Dark Horse to create a digital package of all their comics for Dragon Age and Mass Effect on Humble Bundle. Visit the Humble Bundle page to find out how our partners are working to support Child’s Play, an organization that seeks to make the lives of children in hospitals more comfortable through the enjoyment of games. There’s no better time than the holidays to bring a smile to someone’s face.

BioWare is also supporting a few local charities this month that focus on helping the most vulnerable in our communities via food banks. This includes the Edmonton Food Bank, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, Les Banques alimentaires au Québec, and the Central Texas Food Bank. All of them provide food to thousands of people each month and rely on kindhearted donations and volunteers.

If you’re wanting to give back this holiday season, please consider supporting Child’s Play or donating to your local food banks. Many communities also accept non-monetary donations of canned, dried, and packaged goods, clothing, and other useful supplies. However you choose to support those in need, know that every bit helps and can make a big difference in someone’s life, whether they’re in your community or around the world.


An insult that he took as a badge of pride. An insult to inspire hope in his friends and fear in his enemies. That is what Fen’Harel, the Dread Wolf, truly is. Not a man who sees himself as evil, but someone who believes he’s fighting for a good cause and is willing to get his hands dirty.

This long-awaited chapter of Dragon Age is fast approaching—the time is close at hand. We’ll see you next summer with answers to your questions, including ones you have yet to ask.

With that will come our full reveal including new trailers, gameplay, and—of course—the long-awaited release date. The Dread Wolf will rise once more and we’ll have much more to share with you as we approach Summer 2024. Please keep an eye on our social channels for all the latest information on Dragon Age: Dreadwolf’s reveal and beyond.

Know this, though: The Dread Wolf has not been idle these past years. His reach is far, and soon his plans will come to fruition—a cataclysmic rejoining of magic and realms hundreds of years in the making.

Will you be able to stop him? We hope so.

Always believing in you,

—The Dragon Age Team

 

[Space Satan]

Upon eastern shores and sunkissed sands, the Lords of Fortune no longer hold dominion over the coasts of Rivain—not when dragons are growing bolder and laying waste to their ships.

Antiva by Nipuni — Twitter | Instagram

I have a strange urge to go to those mass of rainbow-colorerd retweets on the news and thank them for support...the support artist in their news gives for Palestine in her retweets. Internet loves such stuff, maybe with a couple of hashtags like #ThedasforPalestine.

 

[processdaemon]

Turning our focus to your closest kitchen, if you’re looking for a fun gift this holiday season or want to try some Thedosian dishes yourself, we’ve got you covered with Dragon Age: The Official Cookbook: Tastes of Thedas...

Keep an eye out for the opportunity to submit your creation for a chance to win a BioWare Gear Store package, including the brand-new Morrigan romance bundle! Details on that giveaway will be posted next week.

I was going to say that the cookbook was stupid but paying to get a letter from your RPG girlfriend is so much worse that it blows the cringe from the cookbook completely out of the water.