Dragon Age: Origins Video Review

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Kevin VanOrd journeys around Ferelden to battle beasts and dragons in this video review for Dragon Age: Origins.

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758 Comments

  • powerfulone1987

    Posted Dec 1, 2009 6:44 pm GMT

    I still just can't comprehend the big whoopdy doo surrounding this game.

    It looks like more of the same. Graphics don't look that great. Animation looks rough and combat looks standard. Looks like a muddy Oblivion. Looks subpar. Looks average. Looks mediocre. I just don't get it.

    Guess it's time to look at this review to see if it's able to show me something worthy of this hype. Because Oblivion wasn't anything special for me. It's fun, but yeah. And Fallout 3 just sucks.

    Not to mention this game just came out too fast.

  • ffviiifreak

    Posted Dec 1, 2009 5:09 pm GMT

    that's a first, a PS3 multi platform game that is better on the PS3 well I'm glad they got one which is surprising seeing how bioware are seasoned xbox vets guess they dropped the ball on this one.

  • knuckles10001

    Posted Dec 1, 2009 1:47 pm GMT

    I might get this on ps3 don't know.

  • Egotte

    Posted Dec 1, 2009 8:48 am GMT

    I love this game! I just wish my characters didn't feel like they were so planted into the ground. Let me free roam or jump a bit, for Pete's sake!

  • LavaBrains

    Posted Dec 1, 2009 8:04 am GMT

    What a great review! I wish i had a PC that could play it. Maybe i'll try on my ps3

  • xophaser

    Posted Nov 30, 2009 11:17 pm GMT

    this game is probably the best game I played this year and in awhile. took me 61 hr, with most side quests done. I would imagine the PC graphic to be sick, but I got it on the PS3 and it is good. Just would feel more comfortable sitting on a sofa and big tv.

    I wished they could switch the 2ndary weapon on the PS3 controll other then the quick sub menu better. Also the ability to cancel cutscene and dialogue, since you seen it the second time.

  • rmccarthy20

    Posted Nov 30, 2009 8:42 pm GMT

    The PC strikes back we got screwed on MWF 2 but this makes up for it. I know there not the in the same genre but we do win on this one and besides the single player on this def seems to be better then MWF 2, don't get me wrong I love MWF 2 but the campaign was too short.

  • Deity_Dude

    Posted Nov 30, 2009 8:06 pm GMT

    Haha I like that facial zoom on "It's THAT GOOD."

  • einarabelc5

    Posted Nov 30, 2009 3:29 pm GMT

    3 weeks and counting as number 1 on the top 10.

    70hrs my arse. I have only played a quarter and I am on 80 hrs.

  • FelipeMagro

    Posted Nov 30, 2009 9:53 am GMT

    I really agreed with alosborne! ;D

  • alosborne

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 7:33 pm GMT

    One thing I wish RPGs did a better job of is combat because many (in my opinion) do not give you enough control over the combat. Though I realize the story is the main draw combat is an integral part of the game as well. In other words it feels almost to... scripted if that is the word I'm looking for. I mean to say when you choose a particular attack, it will always play out in the same fashion. Fallout 3 is a good example of what I mean. It plays like a normal game, but give you the depth of a story, choice, and character progression. So by doing this you create a more immersive experience. In doing this I believe RPGs would become quite a bit more popular than they even are now.

  • midway_nights

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 5:50 pm GMT

    nice review, this guy make me watch full reviews.

  • MostHigh88

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 4:22 pm GMT

    this game is just like a world of warcraft(kill and loot) with an improved storyline..

  • eiadrtr

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 12:43 pm GMT

    i'm downloading it now

  • eshtebala

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 12:23 pm GMT

    Kevin is awesome !

  • pudgexd

    Posted Nov 29, 2009 6:28 am GMT

    It should have been a 10 instead of 9.5 imo

  • Xtos89

    Posted Nov 28, 2009 10:16 pm GMT

    awesome game.....PC version is awesome and runs good on w7

  • Kozakie

    Posted Nov 28, 2009 7:32 pm GMT

    Great review! Whoever that guy was did an awesome job. Sounds like a sick game

  • kuda001

    Posted Nov 28, 2009 6:23 am GMT

    Having played the PS3 version i suggest you all get the PC version, much of the game play will be made much easier by a keyboard and mouse than a pad.

  • Summoner678

    Posted Nov 27, 2009 2:08 pm GMT

    Ayzzai you are not alone! PAUSING is such a let down...I know much time has passed but I loved summoner on the ps2's mechanic, control a character and if you want to switch within your team the others use their own brain.

  • Cabronado

    Posted Nov 27, 2009 2:03 pm GMT

    Bioware owns again!

  • AyzZai

    Posted Nov 27, 2009 6:28 am GMT

    The game story is outstanding but maybe its just me who cant really enjoy it..i've played for a couple hours its just that i dont like the way it moves and fights.. controlling multiple characters..lets just say this type of rpg is not for me..

  • glaukus

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 4:38 pm GMT

    @ BlackCrash06

    I am a huge fan o KOTOR I + II finished them 3 times (2).
    Just get this one! PC Version definitely...

  • glaukus

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 4:35 pm GMT

    oh @ 5chr4pn3ll Rly after much more hours played than this reviewer i can tell you 2 bad things.

    1st it sometimes crashes. Not often but sometimes.

    2nd the classes are really limited. The 4 variations you get for the typical rogue/mage/warrior are pointless, since you'll end up choosing for one rly, since you gonna need like hell a real tank (one that keeps aggro) which will be Alistair or Sten with sword/shield build, one mage (my main is a mage) which if you haven't rolled a mage would be probably Morrigan, and a damage dealer which will be one of the two rogues with dual wield specialization. You get more freedom to make a 4th one what you choose but more or less the best "dressed" warrior, rogue and mage will always be the ones you have in your group.

    Also, i dont count this for bad, but i mention it coz some ppl do, it's VERY challenging especially since some places when you begin the main quest are harder than others but there's no linear development and you might end up going to the harder (being the forest, dont go there at first).

    Lastly let me say it has incredible variation, with the top point being the long quest-riddle (around 2-3hours) in the Fade...
    (i guess i should make a review instead of a comment)

  • glaukus

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 4:28 pm GMT

    Some things about this game.

    70hours now at Normal, at 30%.

    The little dragon is nothing compared to some REAL dragons you'll encounter.

    Definitely choose "Surprise me" at the brothel for 5-6 times

    This game is a straight 10. TEN. Awsome.

  • Pandemic-7

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 3:32 pm GMT

    gonna tell the gf that i wanna open this christmas gift ealy lol

  • xbox_psp

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 10:23 am GMT

    Buffering... buffering... buffering... buffering

  • abl_112

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 8:44 am GMT

    add me i need friends

  • dentui

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 8:11 am GMT

    Must protect Chiken from Dokken!

  • 5chr4pn3ll

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 7:58 am GMT

    Ok WTF not a single bad thing except some broken q lines?

    No game deserves such a positive review even if it's all true.
    And I'm not a hater either, I think this game looks like a ton
    of fun and I will probably play it and love it. But I hate when people try to tell me only one side of the story, it makes me
    trust Gamespot even less than I already do after the previous
    incidents (google: gamespot bad review = fired)

  • GSgirl

    Posted Nov 26, 2009 6:41 am GMT

    After I finish some couple of games, I surely will get this beauty

  • vorquin

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 7:41 pm GMT

    I know this is the x360 page, but just thought I'd let everybody know you can buy this game on Steam for about 38 bucks + tax right now, for next 36 hours (so until about 6 or 7 am PST)

  • Gaming-Planet

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 5:22 pm GMT

    Sounds and looks awesome epic

  • TheVGamer

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 2:48 pm GMT

    When they announced this game, I thought it will be just another RPG.But from past games I learned to not doubt Bioware ever again!

  • Thomasskins

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 1:24 pm GMT

    Plus BioWare rocks the socks of PC & Console games, bring on Star Wars TOR I say...

  • Thomasskins

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 1:23 pm GMT

    Im 100% going to get it but not at the price it is now, ill wait a while, it looks awsome, sortta like Oblivion but more action packed, if you like PC MMORPG's then Fallout 3, Oblivion and this game is the closect you will get to a MMO on a console.
    It reminds me of the 1st Guild Wars with much much better graphics and sory.
    I just wish there were more MMORPG's/MMOFP's out on PS3 a sim an online gaming addict .
    I wold get Oblivion £14 play.com untill this drops in price.
    And i totally agree assassins creed 1 & 2 are most probs the best games made on PS3 never let you down.

  • khornedeadra posted Nov 25, 2009 4:10 am GMT (does not meet display criteria. sign in to show)

    khornedeadra

    Posted Nov 25, 2009 4:10 am GMT (hide)

    meh, i think this game was over hyped.

  • ACx7

    Posted Nov 23, 2009 4:25 pm GMT

    @BlackCrash06 From personal experience, Assassins Creed 2 is absolutely spectacular. I have not beaten it yet, but everything about the game is well worth it. There is plenty to do in the game, but the main storyline probably wont come close to that of Dragon Age Origins. They are 2 different types of games, just go with what ever one appeals to you more.

  • Arach666

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 11:23 pm GMT

    Ahhh...it seems i´m back in 2000 playing BG2....
    What a superb game this is...

  • Realmjumper

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 10:19 pm GMT

    You should get Dragonage because you can play it again. With AC 2 once you beat it you're done. DA is the better value. Also get it for the PC.

  • 02050muh

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 6:21 pm GMT

    u should get AC2

  • BlackCrash06

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 5:19 pm GMT

    ok i really love KOTOR beat it 3 times and it was really good story and i really enjoyed it and this game looks badass but i only got enough money for one game this ir AC2? if i loved kotor will i like this game

  • MrSmarties

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 4:51 pm GMT

    not a big fan of click and watch your players attack. Seems boring to me, thats my opinion. My version of a awsome rpg is Demon Souls and Final Fantasy(FF is different then this because its just awesome).

  • Auzy0

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 12:51 pm GMT

    assaultrider..
    Just wait until you're in GRADE 12. Then, you will truly have no time. lol..

    Anyway. This game looks pretty amazing..Though..I don't know if it cuts the cake for me. Hell, I could still buy Shivering Isles for Oblivion. Still play that game!
    I need to decide what game to get for Christmas.

  • handofthedragon

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 12:42 pm GMT

    I haven't played this game yet,but I know i'm going to enjoy it.I just wish that the game was as polish as the advertisement showed,the detail of the characters face and movements instead of showing me all that eye candy in the CG cut scenes.I know what some of you are probably saying and im a big boy so i understand the politics of advertisment and luring you in,but BIOWARE did it to some degree with MASS EFFECT.Shepard face looked like the guy in the advertisment and on the game box and doing that made a character you can hang onto and grow with.In this game you have to pick from the regular class,mage rogue,human warrior etc(not that there's anything wrong with that i'm looking forward to picking from either one)I guess when its a great game I just expect more,maybe someday i'll get that seamless transition of advertisement eye candy to where the actual game seems as if its CG. there's nothing wrong with that right...right.

  • Endofme

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 11:29 am GMT

    This game is great!

  • Tylsamzx

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 8:19 am GMT

    Should I get this ?! Or Assassin's Creed I and II

  • senjutsu

    Posted Nov 22, 2009 12:03 am GMT

    It really lacks to have a PC/Consoles version of this review...

    PS: Looks awesome! =D

    I guess I'll buy it on my PS3 since the xbox 360 needs more loading, play with framerate problems, and has faded colors. That's why we need both consoles, lol. This way, I can change between them depending on the game! =D

  • Deathwish692

    Posted Nov 21, 2009 4:29 pm GMT

    i cant decide which one to get, this or demons souls

  • 50PenceGoku

    Posted Nov 21, 2009 4:03 pm GMT

    "When's the last time you truly got lost in a game world? "
    "When's the last time you got to know fictional characters so well that you thought about them even when you weren't playing?"

    and

    "Keep you up at night and invade your dreams."

    He sure isn't kidding with those opening and close comments. sheesh, the last time I was into a game this much was way back in the 90s when I was a 8 year old kid. 80 hours in, and I'm still finding things that keep me interested.

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