Disappointment!

Block feature?
It’s not like you’re forced to read every post. Personally, I think the critique is valid—it definitely doesn’t feel like a Dragon Age game.

I’m only about halfway through (I think), but I’ve stopped playing for now. Aside from the obvious flaws that others have pointed out, there’s really nothing in the story that’s pulling me in.

It’s refreshing to see someone express their love for the series, even if we disagree on Veilguard. I respect that you’ve been with Dragon Age since its inception and found something to enjoy in this installment. However, let me address the assumptions in your post because, while I admire your perspective, I must challenge its conclusions.

First, you suggest that people enjoying this game somehow “offends” me. Let’s be clear: my frustration lies not with those who find joy in Veilguard but with the glaring shortcomings of the game itself. These shortcomings feel like a betrayal of the depth, complexity, and moral gravitas that defined the series. To say that I’m “offended” by others’ enjoyment oversimplifies the discussion. My critique isn’t about attacking players; it’s about holding the game to the standards Dragon Age set for itself. If we don’t challenge mediocrity, how can we expect better?

Second, the idea that “when you dislike something, you just move on” sounds simple, but it doesn’t apply when the stakes are higher. Dragon Age is more than just a game for many of us; it’s a story and a legacy that we’ve invested in for over a decade. To watch it veer so far from what made it special is deeply disappointing. Ignoring that and “moving on” isn’t an act of maturity. It’s apathy. Passionate critique comes from a place of love and respect for the franchise, not toxicity. If I didn’t care, I wouldn’t bother to voice my thoughts at all.

 Finally, the accusation of being “rude and toxic” on a forum simply for expressing critical opinions misunderstands the nature of discourse. Forums are spaces for dialogue where fans can agree, disagree, and debate the direction of something they care about. Constructive critique, even when pointed, isn’t toxic. Toxicity would be dismissing valid opinions or labeling others as “offended” simply because they voice frustration.

 You’ve enjoyed Veilguard, and that’s great! However, my concerns, and those of others like me, come from a desire to see Dragon Age return to the thoughtful, emotionally resonant storytelling that made it iconic. If that means dissecting its shortcomings and challenging its direction, then I’ll proudly continue to do so—not out of rudeness but out of a genuine passion for this world we both clearly value.

Ah, what a fascinating response. Direct, albeit misguided. Let’s address this properly.
 First, you accuse me of being “negative” and “insulting,” yet your own post is rife with personal attacks, calling me “the worst part of all forums” and suggesting I “haunt Steam forums” instead. It’s ironic, isn’t it? To decry what you perceive as toxicity while engaging in it yourself. I have criticized a game’s design choices, yes, but never have I attacked another member for their opinion. The same cannot be said for you.
 Now, let’s tackle the heart of your frustration. My posts have critiqued Dragon Age: Veilguard from the perspective of a fan who has invested over a decade into this franchise. I care deeply about its legacy. My criticisms, yes, even the humor-laced ones, stem from a desire to see it reach the heights it once achieved. Calling out poor design decisions, shallow mechanics, or a departure from the series’ essence is not “insulting.” It’s advocating for a better future for the franchise. If passionate critique is unwelcome here, then what exactly is the purpose of this forum? To pat BioWare on the back regardless of what they deliver?
 You mention that I have “insulted every single person” who enjoyed the game. That’s simply untrue. Disagreeing with someone’s perspective on the game isn’t an insult. It’s a discussion. Forums are meant to be spaces for debate, where ideas are exchanged, challenged, and defended. If a critique of the game feels like a personal slight, perhaps the issue isn’t with my posts, but with how criticism is being perceived.
 As for your suggestion that EA needs a block feature, let me caution against this line of thinking. Blocking or silencing dissent does not improve a community. It creates an echo chamber, where only agreeable voices are heard, and progress is stifled. Constructive criticism, even when sharp, is vital for the evolution of any franchise. Without it, we risk celebrating mediocrity simply because it is “safe” to do so.
 So, no, I won’t “haunt Steam forums,” nor will I dilute my thoughts to spare fragile egos😉. I will, however, continue to critique this game. And any future installments will be treated with the same care, depth, and passion that Dragon Age deserves. If that makes me the “worst part of all forums” in your eyes, then so be it🤷‍♂️. I’d argue that the true disservice to this community would be sitting silently while the series loses everything that once made it great.😘

l_Fire_St0rm_l wrote:

There’s absolutely no way someone who has followed Dragon Age for all these years could experience "this" and feel anything resembling joy, satisfaction, or nostalgia.

I first played Dragon Age: Origins right when it when came out in 2009 and have completed many playthroughs over the years. Since I was already an adult when I first played it, I wouldn't consider the game nostalgic, but I love it and I enjoyed Veilguard as well.

It's understandable to dislike a sequel that deviates from the original, but I also think it's unfortunate that people enjoying this game seems to offend you so much. When I dislike a thing I just move on and find something else that does bring me joy, and that something else is usually not behaving in a rude and toxic manner on an internet forum.

Because if it's true for you...

So tired of your constantly negative and insulting posts. Haunt the Steam forums if you have nothing more to do than demand employees be fired and insult every single person you've encountered who says they like the game.

You're the worst part of all forums proof of how desperately EA needs a block feature.

Anyone still playing is only doing so out of sheer curiosity to see how the arc concludes. There’s absolutely no way someone who has followed Dragon Age for all these years could experience "this" and feel anything resembling joy, satisfaction, or nostalgia. What they’ve delivered is a shallow, tasteless imitation of what once made the series iconic. It’s almost nauseating, and let’s not even get started on the clearly biased or bought reviews trying to paint it as something it’s not. Disappointing doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Oh, wow, really? A long-time fan, you say? Are you sure we’re talking about the same game? Because the one I played had me breaking barrels, clicking on symbols directly above doors, and watching dialogue options turn into warm hugs. If that’s the Dragon Age experience you’ve loved since day one, then hey, you might be the only person who opened Origins and thought, "You know what this masterpiece needs? Less strategy, less depth, and definitely more barrels to smash!" But hey, to each their own! I mean, maybe you’ve been playing Dragon Age: Preschool Edition all along, and this game was just the culmination of your dreams. In that case, congrats! You’ve waited over a decade, and BioWare finally made the game for you. The rest of us, though? We’re still mourning the franchise we fell in love with. 😊

Oh, you "loved it as a long-time fan"? Really? I’m genuinely curious...did the Origins you played also come with puzzles where you just copy symbols from above a door? Did Morrigan sit you down for ideological bedtime stories instead of questioning your morals? Did Alistair hand out friendship bracelets instead of grappling with his duty as king?
 Because no true fan of the original series, built on moral dilemmas and intellectual challenge, would look at this watered-down barrel-smashing, symbol-clicking, sanitized dialogue mess and think, "Yeah, this is peak Dragon Age." Unless, of course, the "long-time" you’re referring to started with this game. If that’s the case, hey; congrats on skipping all that unnecessary thinking the rest of us loved so much. 😂🤣😂

Couldn't even get past 2 or so hours. felt like I was playing Frozen the disney musical.

Oh man, that sucks. As a long time fan of the series, I loved it. 

I share the same sentiment. During my first play through I wasn’t looking online at all, didn’t hear anyone else’s opinions, I just wanted to experience the game totally organically. I was left at the end feeling “that’s it?”

and I remember towards the end having this realization of ‘my character could totally disappear from this game and it would be the same’. Like Neve or Harding could easily do everything Rook does, Varric really didn’t need Rook at all. Playing as Rook, it feels like we are just watching everyone else’s lives pan out but not really be a part of it.