Developer: Bioware
Release Date: October 31, 2024
Reviewed On: PC
Review
Audio clip from podcast Episode 164.
Pros:
✅ Flashy, dynamic combat stays engaging throughout.
✅ Forgiving yet fun movement and traversal.
✅ Exploration consistently feels rewarding.
✅ Constant progression through fresh, exciting areas.
✅ Focused storyline with a strong sense of urgency.
✅ Memorable character arcs and standout missions.
✅ Distinct, believable characters.
✅ Epic music, especially in the final act.
✅ Punchy, satisfying combat cues.
✅ Excellent performance, even with ray tracing.
✅ Stunning, varied environments.
✅ Top-tier character creator.
Cons:
❌ Minimal help or tutorials for guidance.
❌ Inelegant themes and filler side quests.
❌ Past characters lack impact for newcomers.
❌ Rapid new locations can feel disorienting.
❌ Your party feels less autonomous.
❌ Side stories lack consistency in quality.
❌ Repeated combat lines can get annoying.
❌ Fade-to-black loading is frustrating during menus and conversations.
❌ Base decorating feels meaningless.