“Dragons Age: Origins”

Dragons Age: Origins was released yesterday and is an “epic tale of violence, lust, and betrayal.”  Sounds good to me!  This single-player fantasy RPG includes three playable character classes (players will also be able to customize their characters as well).

The storyline follows Grey Warden, an ancient guardian (one of the last of his kind!) who has guarded and defended Thedas.  After being betrayed, Grey must hunt down this traitorous general and bring him to justice.  Of course, along the way, Grey encounters some truly heinous monsters who he must conquer in order to bring unity to their troubled land.

A good fantasy game has to include a love interest so Grey does have some dealings with a seductive shapeshifter but the problem will be in determining whether she can be trusted – will she help Grey succeed or distract him from his quest?  Sometimes a good leader has to make some terrible sacrifices so, as Grey, you’ll have to decide on the best course of action.

Here are some key features outlined by Amazon:

• Scalable combat options that let you decide the level of control you have over your party, including NPCs. Issue orders, set your own tactical AI, or take control of any party member to lead the charge.
• 6 possible playable preludes known as `Origin Stories¿ which along with your play, define how your hero character will see the world, how it sees you and sets the tone for the entire story.
• Travel across the vast and varied lands of Ferelden; from the conspiratorial halls of the last great dwarven city, Orzammar, to the untamed snarls of the Korcari Wilds.
• Dragon Age: Origins will give you deep character customization options including: class, race, appearance, abilities, and equipment.
• At the heart of the storm sweeping across Ferelden. Decide the fate of nations, people and, ultimately, yourself. Just remember: for every choice, there is a consequence.

I’m not sure this is my type of game but I’m actually considering renting it since the storyline is pretty interesting.  Have you played it already?  If so, what did you think?

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