Dragon Age II

Dragon Age II is a gripping action role-playing game that puts you in the shoes of Hawke, a refugee fleeing the darkspawn-ravaged land of Ferelden. The game follows Hawke’s rise from penniless newcomer to legendary Champion of Kirkwall over a decade of political turmoil and social upheaval.

Set in the bustling city-state of Kirkwall, you’ll navigate complex relationships with companions, make difficult moral choices, and get caught up in the escalating tensions between mages and templars. The faster-paced combat system features flashy abilities and combo attacks, though some players found the reused environments repetitive.

Dragon Age II tells a more personal story focused on Hawke’s impact on a single city rather than saving the world. The framed narrative structure, with unreliable narrator Varric recounting Hawke’s tale, allows for an intriguing non-linear approach to storytelling. While divisive among fans for its narrower scope and streamlined gameplay compared to Origins, many praised the game’s character development and willingness to explore grey moral areas.