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4 out of 5
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Deep
on February 26, 2010
Posted by: sidadog
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from Ohio
Pros: Bioware is one of the premiere story tellers in the gaming world and Dragon Age does not disappoint. You can get lost in the story and choosing a path of being of upright and courteous or just joke around or be evil and unscrupulous. I love the side conversations that go on between the characters while you are adventuring and searching. The fight sequences can be complicated at times but generally they are intense and entertaining. I do like the option to lower the skill level if you keep on getting crushed at the same combat scene. I was looking for a game that would take me longer than 8 to 10 hours to complete and this game has certainly fit that mold. I know I will go back and choose a different character class and try taking on a different personality.
Cons: The first thing that surprised me was the grainy looking graphics. The opening startup with Bioware and the cover shot looked promising however when the game gets started the graphics are a disappointment. I am not saying they are horrible or really even that bad, but with KOTR and Mass Effect, Bioware has that Reputation of putting out great story telling and stunning graphics. This looks like they ported it down from the PC rather than working on all of what the Xbox can provide in the graphics department. Next, the choose your dialogue is great but can bog down the game because there is so much information that you can get from asking questions and trying to pick which is the best way to get the information you are looking for. Lastly, the control setup is ideal for a PC with keyboard and mouse, but for the game consoles, the layout and getting to the spells, weapons, medkits, and so forth is very clunky and cumbersome at times and it especially shows when you are in combat.
Overall: The game is decent and I would recommend it to anyone that liked Knights of the Old Republic and D&D RPGs. If you have a PC, I would say stick with the PC version. The story line, like I said before is deep and if you don't mind the graphic step down, then this is definitely for you. Most of the Magazine reviews and online game reviews that I have read and seen have been pretty accurate.
What's great about it: Dialogue, bantering, storyline, character development
What's not so great: Ongoing dialogue, graphic disappointment, clunky inventory/spell controls
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Great Game
on March 27, 2010
Posted by: Sam42325
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from niles, oh
I have had this game since it came out last year and I can say this is the first RPG I have really enjoyed on the 360, There is so much focus on the FPS games that I thought it was a lost art. The story was great and quite diverese, the ability to play 6 different opening stories/people was very cool, I loved the way that decisions you make in the game can effect the game, I have played all of the Final Fantasy games and this game was alot more mature, and alot darker, you can tell it was really made for a more mature player, it's nice to see, it's almost like going to the movies, everything is PG-13 where this would have been rated R. The only thing that I would say bad about the game was the graphics could use a bit of work, but the gameplay, and real time battle system were great, nothing turn based which was nice, also the ability to play at different difficulty levels was nice, I was able to start off easy and work my way up. If you like RPG's this is really worth it, the downloadable content adds another 5-10 hours of gameplay and is worth the MS points in my eyes as well, overall a 4.9 out of 5!
What's great about it: Great storyline, good length, Great re-playability
What's not so great: Graphics could use a little work
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Excellent RPG with Plenty of Downloadable Content
on September 20, 2010
Posted by: Jathis
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from New Orleans, LA
It took me a little while to get used to the Diablo-like gameplay, but have now learned to embrace and kind of like it. It is a nice change from the Final Fantasy like, turn-base fighting. Good storyline with a choose-your-own adventure type layout. You have some control over how the story plays out. Plenty of side quests to keep the game not so linear. I'm up to 55 hrs and have only discovered 70% of the map. And I still have all the downloadable content if I'm still craving for more.
What's great about it: Gameplay, storyline options to choose what you want to do
What's not so great: Nothing sticks out right now
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Remarkable
on January 31, 2010
Posted by: Jojo1378
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from South Dakota
This game is quite an epic tail, quite fantastic and not like oblivion with its super over-used voices and overused textures. In this game you can choose to be one of three races with one of three classes, that from there can be subdivided into different..."jobs?" its has an amazing story line, and one of the best parts about this game is really and im not joking, the reading of the miles of text. It really is like reading a really amazing book but its all captured so perfectly. Not kidding if you took everything you do in this game and put it in text form, it would be a best seller. Though the combat can get a little "annoying" and the graphics aren't top notch. Im sure that when not if you will enjoy it. Though I warn you, this isn't a game you will beat in a day... It is quite a challenge...
What's great about it: Very Lengthy and Decisions actually matter!
What's not so great: Combat can get a little annoying at times and quests can take FOREVER!!! Also the graphics are sub-par....
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wonderful RPG. One of the best ever made.
on November 9, 2009
Posted by: Lumpkin
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from San Francisco
I've played many RPGs and find this one to be at the top of my list. It is definitely right up there with Fallout, KOTOR, Oblivion and other deep roleplaying games.
If you're looking for a simple action RPG you are in the wrong place. This is game has so much artistry in every aspect it would be a crime to ignore it all.
I've told the wife it is like playing a book.
Sound:
There is a lovely classical soundtrack with choral elements, I think you can even buy it separately.
The characters are very well voice acted, far superior to Oblivion, Fable or Fallout3.
Gameplay:
The gameplay has an overall plot with many many branches and different ways to play based on your origin (human, dwarf, etc) and the class you play, as well as the places you visit and in what order. This is the selling point of the game. You can get 50 hours out of it, but that is only with 1\6 possible characters, and since the plot changes with each one, you can realistically get at least 300 hours. I'm not kidding.
Of course you would know many spoilers by the last couple of playthroughs, but if you want to compare it to another game like Call of Duty for example, you play it through once and thats about all you get. Imagine playing Call of Duty as a medic instead for example.
Combat is accessible yet challenging, with different difficulties available if you find it too hard/easy.
Graphics:
Similar to Mass Effect. The characters are very detailed and look great. Backgrounds are less so, but acceptable.
Fun:
I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long long time. Deeply engrossing. Make sure you don't forget to sleep!
What's great about it: Deep story, replayability, fun combat, decent graphics, online status updates to Bioware site
What's not so great: Graphics are good but not market leaders.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Character doesn't talk?
on November 4, 2009
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from PA
I bought this game based on the cool trailer videos, the character creator download that was on the DA website, and that the game seemed conected to Mass Effect... I have only played for about two hours, but so far I am not impressed... the graphics are just ok... and while you pick a voice for your character, I haven't spoken once in the game... Your character just stands around with a dumb look when they do actually show it... I don't know if there are special cut scenes down the road where your character talks or what... but for now it is very disapointing. The game is a bit long to rent, but if I were you I would wait until it is cheaper... The other thing I don't like is they release the game with DLC content that always bothers me as it seems it is just a way to get additional cash out of us gamers... it's one thing if it is down the road, but when it's released with the game it seems it should be part of the game not an expansion or add on... If you liked oblivion then I guess your used to not talking so then it would be ok... my frustration comes more from the misleading character creator and ties to Mass Efect... I also hate the circles around the charactrers... I feel like I am playing ultimate alliance with Thors mute cousin.
What's great about it: Long RPG with many options
What's not so great: Misleading
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Great action RPG
on November 4, 2009
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from houston, tx
i'll admit i did how some doubts about this game. I love fantasy rpg games and have been a big fan of the company ever since the first Star War: Knights of the Old Republic. I was also a big fan of oblivion (only referencing is due to the similiarity in feel due to content). This game really delivers and is worth of the high ratings given to it by many of the game review sites.
Supposed to be over 100 hours of content which i so far can believe. I've only gotten a few hours into it but i already am completely drawn into it. You get to live you character's background and it changes based of the decisions you make.
Overall i would HIGHLY suggest this game if you like fantasy rpg's, KotOR, Mass Effect, or just want a good game that will last you longer than most.
What's great about it: great story line, pulls you into the story, feels like KotOR meets oblivion.
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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only for RPG fans
on December 22, 2009
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from Miami, FL
I really try to like this game but after beating the human campaing all that I can said is that this is a bad game, there is no excuses to make a game this ugly with all the competition, how can a 2 year old game (mass effect) made by the same company can look years ahead of this mediocre game? also, Mass Effect rise the bar on gaming with all the voice acting, graphics and making your caracter finally be able to talk, how this company took a BIG step back? the game has a good story to follow and any die hard RPG fan should like this game but to say that this game is a 5 stars game! give me a break!
What's great about it: game is long for people that can overlook the problems, story.
What's not so great: graphics, voice acting, controls, gameplay
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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