Genre: Role-playing
Developer: BioWare
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Year: 2009
Platform: Xbox 360
Dragon Age: Origins is a fantasy role-playing game developed by BioWare and published by Electronic Arts, released in 2009 for Xbox 360. It serves as the first entry in the Dragon Age series and introduces players to the world of Thedas, a continent plagued by war, darkspawn invasions, and political turmoil.
Players assume the role of a Grey Warden, a member of an ancient order sworn to defend the land from the monstrous Blight. The game features six different origin stories depending on the chosen race and class, each offering a unique prologue that affects how the story unfolds. Combat is tactical and party-based, allowing players to pause the action and issue commands to companions.
Character progression involves a deep leveling system, skill trees, and moral choices that influence the game’s outcome. Dialogues are shaped by a branching conversation system that affects relationships and the fate of entire regions. Companion characters have their own backstories, personalities, and loyalty missions.
