Dragon Age™ Inquisition

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In Dragon Age: Inquisition – Game of the Year Edition, become the Inquisitor and save a turbulent Thedas from chaos and demons. Your decisions shape the world as you lead your champions through a vast, ever-changing land, making important choices that carry weight and impact. Experience a highly personalized journey in this enthralling, choice-driven RPG.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,157 reviews

story1,671 positive mentions

grinding311 negative mentions

Engaging story with rich lore and character development.
Beautiful graphics and immersive world design.
Diverse and interesting cast of companions with meaningful interactions.

Tedious and repetitive side quests that feel like filler content.
Combat mechanics can feel clunky and unresponsive, especially on PC.
EA launcher issues make the game frustrating to access and play.

story
4,756 mentions
35 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The story of "Dragon Age: Inquisition" is often praised for its depth and complexity, featuring a rich narrative that builds on the lore established in previous entries of the series. Players appreciate the engaging character arcs and the impact of their choices on the unfolding plot, although many criticize the abundance of repetitive side quests that detract from the main storyline. While the main quest is compelling, some feel it is overshadowed by the game's open-world design, which can lead to a sense of aimlessness and grind. Overall, the story remains a strong point, particularly when complemented by the well-received DLCs that enhance the narrative experience.
- “The story is rich and interesting, and you really don't have to do the extra filler if you don't want to.”
- “The story is engaging and brings back memories of the previous games.”
- “The story is absolutely amazing, and the gameplay as bland as it may seem still holds up to this day despite the game's age.”
- “The main story could have been wrapped up in 15-20 hours, but they insist on making you do pointless side quests to gather power in order to progress.”
- “The story is a convoluted mess full of terrible retcons that retroactively undermines the previous entries.”
- “The fetch quests overload, and stupid mmo-like stuff filled every corner of the map to the borders of insanity is so damn exhausting.”
gameplay
1,142 mentions
28 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Dragon Age: Inquisition" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and grindy, often likening it to an MMO experience filled with fetch quests and tedious mechanics. While some appreciate the character customization and the blend of action and tactical elements, others criticize the combat for being simplistic and lacking depth compared to previous entries in the series. Overall, the game is seen as a visually stunning RPG with a compelling story, but its gameplay mechanics often detract from the overall experience.
- “I love the open world concept, decision-making mechanics for both the main story and relationships, love being rewarded for exploring, and I love how big the game is...”
- “The gameplay is incredibly dynamic, allowing players to customize their characters and companions with a variety of skills, armor, and combat tactics.”
- “The gameplay is fun, and the story/story choices had me hooked the whole time.”
- “Dragon Age: Inquisition has the worst final act of any Bioware game, ending with a barely 15-minute mission where you go with three companions to defeat a simple bullet sponge boss, which poorly resolves the main quest. There’s no war between the armies, no feeling of danger, no important choices, and no impactful role for any of the companions.”
- “The gameplay is a slog and the pacing is terrible. The gameplay loop is extremely repetitive and grindy, with the majority of the main story being sandwiched between more MMO-style gameplay loops that are definitely more variable in quality.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly boring, with combat being boiled down to holding the auto-attack button and spamming abilities. It feels like a bad single-player MMO with dumbed-down gameplay.”
graphics
715 mentions
54 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Dragon Age: Inquisition" have received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players noting that the visuals hold up well for a game released nearly a decade ago. While some users experienced performance issues and graphical glitches, the overall art style, detailed environments, and character models were praised for their beauty and immersive quality. Many reviewers highlighted the game's stunning landscapes and atmospheric design, making it a visually appealing experience despite some technical shortcomings.
- “For a 2014 game, the graphics are still wonderful to look at, and Inquisition utilizes them well in a large variety of biomes, from huge mountain ranges to lonely deserts, lush plains to creepy swamps, bizarre magical realms to tunnels lined with glowing ore veins.”
- “The graphics hold up surprisingly well for being almost 10 years old, the storylines are rich and thoughtful, and I had a blast.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, realistic, and satisfying, but if you don’t like something, generally, mods can help you with that.”
- “Genuinely embarrassing PC port; this is a 10-year-old game that my 3070 can't run on 'high' graphical settings, let alone 'ultra', without the frames dropping to 20-30 fps.”
- “The game is really showing its age in every area, especially graphics (ugly as sin) and how streamlined the overall experience is, which isn't very much since the game is like 10 years old.”
- “The graphics are quite mediocre for the time that it came out, especially considering that the aforementioned Witcher 3 came out quite shortly after this game and looks way better by comparison.”
grinding
328 mentions
1 % positive mentions
4 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive due to an abundance of fetch quests and side activities that feel like filler. While some appreciate the depth and exploration opportunities, others criticize the game for its reliance on MMO-style grinding mechanics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment and pacing of the main story. Overall, players suggest that those who dislike grinding or seek a more streamlined experience may find the gameplay frustrating.
- “I probably won't finish the game (at 115 hours, no grinding, I have no idea how far I am from the end of the first playthrough), but I can see some people liking this.”
- “Difficulty is meaningless; even nightmare is an embarrassing joke of a game if you just engage the crafting system, which requires no grinding and most of the materials can be purchased from various vendors.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “Unbelievably grindy and the combat gets very boring, very quickly.”
- “The game is definitely still fun, even despite its tediousness.”
- “The main campaign feels all too grindy, requiring the war table to progress and lots of 'power' from many side activities, it feels just like Anthem and that's not a good thing.”
music
263 mentions
52 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The music in "Dragon Age: Inquisition" is widely praised for its emotional depth and atmospheric quality, with many reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the game's immersive experience. While some players noted a lack of consistent background music during exploration, the orchestral pieces and tavern songs received acclaim for their ability to evoke strong feelings and complement key moments in the narrative. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its lasting appeal and emotional resonance.
- “Whether you love this game or not, there's no denying it has some of the most unforgettable music you'll ever hear.”
- “The soundtrack is a masterpiece, from the main game to the DLCs, it elevates each particular moment in the game.”
- “The music is beautiful, and the story is enjoyable.”
- “The soundtrack is lacking with only a few memorable tracks; you'd expect a unique track for every location at this point.”
- “There is literally no music whatsoever in this game; it only plays music during main story missions, otherwise it plays a 5-second tune every 30-40 minutes while exploring.”
- “The soundtrack department lacks variety; there are only a few different albeit amazing tracks throughout the whole game.”
stability
225 mentions
4 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting a wide range of bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including freezing, crashes, and AI issues. Many players express frustration with the EA launcher, which is often described as unreliable and prone to errors. Despite these technical problems, some players still find the game enjoyable, citing its compelling story and characters, though they acknowledge that the overall experience can be marred by the persistent instability.
- “I always loved this game, and while the Origin launcher is needed and kind of frustrating at times, I haven't really had any issues with the game launching or crashing. The game runs great, it's optimized well, fun, and there's a lot to do. If you like RPG games, this is one you will like.”
- “Looks great and runs great.”
- “The game runs great in 1440p.”
- “The game is good, but it's too buggy for a triple-A game that came out 9 years ago.”
- “Game is buggy to play through, had to revert to previous saves multiple times because characters get trapped in animation loops and can't progress.”
- “It's a buggy mess that causes numerous issues.”
replayability
114 mentions
44 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, with players praising its rich story, diverse character classes, and impactful choices that lead to vastly different experiences in each playthrough. While some users noted that certain mechanics and repetitive tasks could detract from the overall replay value, many found the depth of dialogue options and character interactions to be compelling enough to encourage multiple playthroughs. Overall, it is regarded as a game with significant replay potential, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of story-driven RPGs.
- “The replayability always draws me back in; after all these years, I'll never get bored.”
- “It has an incredible replay value because choices matter so much that each time you play will give you a vastly different experience.”
- “One of the modern classics, replayable as heck and feels different every time with the character build, choices, and the play style you go with.”
- “I am ultimately glad to have played it, but I think its replayability is heavily curtailed by an overabundance of boring XP farming.”
- “In terms of replayability, I can't see much in Dragon Age: Inquisition.”
- “Replayability 2/10 because there's no way I am ever going into the hinterlands again.”
emotional
113 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its rich narrative, deep character relationships, and impactful choices that resonate with players. Many reviewers noted the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, from heartwarming moments to heartbreaking conclusions, particularly in the DLC "Trespasser." While some felt the main story lacked depth, the emotional connections forged through character interactions and side quests were frequently praised, making the overall experience memorable and engaging.
- “The narrative is one of the game's strongest elements, filled with political intrigue, emotional depth, and meaningful choices.”
- “At the heart of Inquisition lies a narrative that's both deep and emotionally resonant.”
- “The relationships you forge with them are emotionally charged, and their loyalty missions provide profound insights into their lives.”
- “However, I now realize leveling beats skill; combat is boring and not strategic (just hold left mouse and occasionally press a number if you feel like it). Mounts are pointless, endless bears attacking, boring story, endless running around just for yet another attack, re-running areas because you were 2 levels too low to complete them the first time around, and just so many other parts to make you want to stop playing.”
- “Boring story, ugly companions, my character is ugly too, bad voice acting, boring battles, boring loot, boring quests; the skills are boring as well.”
- “It led to a boring story with a nothingburger villain.”
humor
106 mentions
99 % positive mentions
-2 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the witty banter and funny character interactions, particularly during companion dialogues and quests. While some moments are genuinely hilarious, others are criticized for being cringeworthy or poorly executed, leading to a sense of inconsistency. Overall, the game balances humor with serious themes, providing both comedic relief and emotional depth, though some players miss the more humorous atmosphere of earlier installments in the series.
- “The humor really hits it for me, and while funny, the game also has many serious moments that really hit the feels!”
- “The characters are as always brilliantly written and hilarious.”
- “The game has a good sense of humor and knows how to balance it with the serious atmosphere of the story.”
- “The books in the game are uninteresting, too long, and poorly written; there's generally too much unfunny and unimportant text.”
- “The humor falls flat, with jokes that feel forced and lack any real wit.”
- “I found the comedic elements to be dull and uninspired, making it hard to engage with the game's attempts at humor.”
optimization
93 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, particularly during cutscenes which are often capped at 30 fps, leading to distracting lag. While some users report smooth gameplay on high-end systems, others experience stuttering, crashes, and poor performance on lower-end hardware, indicating that the game is generally poorly optimized despite its appealing graphics and engaging story. Overall, while it runs well for some, the optimization problems are a common frustration among players.
- “Beyond that, the game runs smoothly and is very light on the PC as well as consoles.”
- “The game runs smoothly and stably, and the graphics are beautiful.”
- “Performance and gameplay significantly exceed the passing mark, representing a superior level of quality, remarkable gameplay, and an outstanding gaming experience.”
- “I realize this is old news, but none of these performance issues were ever fixed.”
- “The biggest and most notable issue is somehow, this game is terribly optimized, and loading was noticeably slow between maps.”
- “From servers going down and being completely unable to load the game, to having a program that is so poorly optimized to run on any PC, the user experience is absolutely terrible.”
character development
81 mentions
40 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
Character development in "Dragon Age: Inquisition" is widely praised for its depth and complexity, with players appreciating the rich backstories and personal quests of companions that enhance emotional connections. While some reviews note a decline in character customization options compared to previous titles, the overall narrative and character interactions are highlighted as standout features that contribute to the game's immersive storytelling. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and design choices, the game's commitment to character development remains a significant draw for fans of the RPG genre.
- “Dragon Age: Inquisition is often lauded for its rich lore, deep character development, and intricate world-building, all of which contribute to its undeniable quality as a role-playing game.”
- “The character development is exceptional, with personal quests and interactions revealing layers of backstory that deepen the player's connection to the in-game companions.”
- “What I love most about this game is not only the story, but all the individual characters that you can interact with and who have their own character development within the story.”
- “The character development is non-existent, fights take forever and don't feel rewarding, the dialogue is dry, and all of your upgrades/abilities don't feel exciting.”
- “Combat progression is excellent and the customization is great, but there is a lack of character development compared to previous games, also the story is very lacking, there is a huge amount of reading, and I don't like that.”
- “Bad camera, very limited character development, dated graphics, required third party EA account; even on sale this isn't worth it.”
atmosphere
59 mentions
51 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its stunning graphics, diverse environments, and immersive sound design, which collectively enhance the storytelling experience. While some players appreciate the vibrant art direction and detailed map designs, others feel that it lacks the darker, grittier tone of earlier installments. Overall, the game offers a captivating atmosphere that varies across locations, though some fans miss the humor and depth found in previous titles.
- “The music and atmosphere of the game is just brilliantly beautiful.”
- “The atmosphere is like none other, and the tension of being chased by eldritch horrors through forgotten catacombs was unforgettable.”
- “The game atmosphere is dynamic with different habitats, wildlife, and environment; it's clear the developers put a lot of time into designing the game world.”
- “The purpose of this remains unknown, but it resulted in the loss of the dark fantasy feel and atmosphere that the first two parts set.”
- “Moments later you will start to notice that Inquisition has a different art direction than its predecessors; it uses far more vibrant and varied colors and while this helps set areas apart from one another, it also loses that dark, gritty atmosphere of previous games.”
- “Bioware's biggest strength, dating back to the Baldur's Gate games, was always story, atmosphere, and characters, yet they massively dropped the ball for this one.”
monetization
20 mentions
10 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
45 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many reviewers labeling it as a cash grab that heavily relies on microtransactions and loot boxes, detracting from the overall experience. Players express frustration over the incorporation of in-game purchases, particularly in multiplayer modes, which feel poorly executed and reminiscent of mobile games. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as a major flaw, overshadowing the game's potential and legacy.
- “Another MMO gimmick - it's easy to imagine being able to speed up the process with microtransactions.”
- “And if EA wasn't in the picture rushing this game out and forcing microtransactions and DLC... maybe this could have been a great game.”
- “This game harkens back to a time before games as a service and building a game around the microtransactions they want to sell.”
- “Boring, lifeless cash grab that abandons nearly everything that made the original Dragon Age good.”
- “The lootbox monetization model makes multiplayer character equipment a very un-fun experience.”