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Dragon Age: Origins
2009 · PC · Mac · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360 · Role-playing · Tactical RPG · Fantasy
3 scored sources · 2 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Dragon Age: Origins is a deeply involving party-based RPG built around consequential choices, memorable companions, and a richly detailed dark-fantasy setting. Its six origin stories give character creation unusual narrative weight, while Ferelden’s political conflicts and personal dilemmas make side quests feel meaningful rather than merely functional. Combat rewards party composition, tactical positioning, pausing, and careful use of abilities, though its difficulty, camera, inventory management, and occasional bugs can frustrate. Critics also noted that the central plot follows familiar fantasy conventions and that the visuals have aged unevenly. Even so, its writing, replay value, and sense of player agency remain exceptional.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-22
Pros
- Intricate storytelling and meaningful choices
- Memorable companions, dialogue, and voice acting
- Deep tactical combat and party customization
- Six origin stories provide strong replay value
Cons
- Visuals and character models are dated
- Occasional bugs, interface friction, and camera problems
- Difficulty spikes can be frustrating
- Some central fantasy plot elements feel familiar
Review sources
4 sources found across 2 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- GamesRadar+ · United Kingdom
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom · 94/100
- Game Informer · United States · 90/100
- GameSpot · United States · 95/100