Dragon Age Series
BioWare and David Gaider's Dark Fantasy Thedas Epic
Launched in 2009 by BioWare, Dragon Age: Origins established an original dark fantasy universe across the continent of Thedas, famous for six playable origin stories, the Grey Warden order, and tactical party synergy.
Spiritual Successor to Baldur's Gate and Six Playable Origins
Conceived by BioWare as the proprietary spiritual successor to Baldur's Gate, writer David Gaider spent seven years fleshing out the geopolitical lore of Thedas. The game revolutionized character creation through six playable 'Origin' prologues—from Dalish Elf outcasts to Dwarven Noble palace politics—subtly altering dialogue and social status throughout the struggle against the Blight.
Tactical Isometric Camera and Inquisition's Triumph
Origins accommodated hardcore CRPG purists with an overhead tactical camera, pause-and-play party control, and reactive companion romances with figures like Morrigan and Alistair. In 2014, Dragon Age: Inquisition united Ferelden and Orlais under the Inquisitor, winning the inaugural Game of the Year trophy at The Game Awards.