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BioWare ditches Dreadwolf, here's why

Jun 23, 2024 2:48 PM

Dragon Age: Dreadwolf has been renamed to Dragon Age: The Veilguard, which caused a stir among fans. BioWare explained the change, noting that the new name reflects the focus on the diverse team of companions rather than a single character like Solas. Creative director John Epler emphasized that the series has always revolved around characters and their stories. The game is expected to release this fall on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

nWhy did BioWare change the name from Dragon Age: Dreadwolf to Dragon Age: The Veilguard?

BioWare wanted the new name to better represent the game's focus on a diverse team of companions rather than just a single significant character. The Veilguard highlights the collective effort of stopping the end of the world with these unique characters.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is part of the long-running Dragon Age series by BioWare and EA. Known for its rich storytelling, character development, and immersive world of Thedas, the series has built a strong following since its inception with Dragon Age: Origins in 2009. The latest title aims to build on this legacy by emphasizing team dynamics and diverse characters.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-23 15:06:02
Guess I'll be calling it The Veilguard from now on It's cool that BioWare is leaning more into the ensemble cast vibe—makes me even more hyped to see how the characters interact and evolve.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-06-23 15:00:04
BioWare's decision to rename Dragon Age: Dreadwolf to The Veilguard really underscores their commitment to character-driven storytelling—seems like a fresh focus on team dynamics could breathe new life into the franchise. Can't wait to see how this diverse squad of companions shakes things up come fall
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-23 14:54:02
The name change to Dragon Age: The Veilguard perfectly encapsulates the series’ strength in character-driven narratives and team dynamics. It’s exciting to see BioWare doubling down on what fans love most about the franchise
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