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Post by luketrevelyan on Dec 1, 2022 17:13:44 GMT
With DA Day just a few days away (Sunday, Dec 4th) and the Game Awards in one week (Thursday, Dec 8th), I thought it would be a good time to get down any thoughts and predictions for these events.
First of all, I should say it is best to keep expectations low and I'm mostly just throwing out possibilities that seem somewhat realistic to me. Definitely not expecting everything here or even most of it. Having said that, I am feeling generally optimistic this year regarding the Game Awards.
DA Day Overall I don't think we should expect anything huge on DA Day as this is more of a fan/community event. However, I do think we will get something as we have the past couple years.
Some possibilities: - New short stories (we had 4 in 2020 and 2 in 2021 so seems like a safe bet) - A blog post that could also be the next community update - Some kind of indication whether they will be at the Game Awards or not. In 2020 I believe they told us outright they'd be there. In 2021 the blog post said they looked forward to talking more "next year" so we knew not to expect anything. So I think there is a decent chance we will know on DA Day if we are getting something at the Game Awards, although it is possible they could go for a complete surprise like ME did in 2020. - Maybe some new images, whether concept art or from the game itself - I think this is unlikely to happen on DA Day, but we could get introduced to the new protagonist or a companion through a blog post - If they are going to be at the Game Awards, possibly a teaser for the teaser (like a 2 second clip) - Also there definitely could be something for Absolution
The Game Awards I'm feeling optimistic about the chances of DA at the Game Awards this year (hopefully I won't end up disappointed lol). The timing makes sense if they are still on track for the late 2023 release window as this would be the last Game Awards before the release. They also recently announced hitting the alpha milestone so we know they are making good progress. Additionally, it has been 2 years since the last teaser so we are just (over)due for something, and it continues the nice pattern of every 2 years at the Game Awards (2018,2020,2022).
What I think we could see at The Game Awards: - Introduction to the protagonist. I think it is time to finally get some background on our PC and our role in this game. - A first look at a companion or two. If this happens, it would probably be one of the required companions who joins you at the start of the game. I feel like we saw Cassandra and Varric first in DAI trailers. - Minrathous. The last blog post singled this out in particular as something they are excited about. We already got a glimpse in 2020 but this may show more of the city. - Solas. I mean, the game is called Dreadwolf after all so pretty much a given. - A release window. I don't think we will get a specific release date yet but a window like "Fall 2023" is possible. I'm dreading 2024. - Gameplay? Maybe a first look at combat mixed in with other cinematic content. I don't know though, they might stick to another pure cinematic trailer. Gameplay might be better to show off at EA Play (or whatever event happens in the summer) where they can have a big event dedicated to it. - Cameo. Dorian? We already had Varric narrate the last teaser. - Probably something more with grey wardens and Antivan crows as they have been featured a lot in the concept art and previous teaser. Wouldn't be surprised if those are companions. We saw the warden Davrin from the BTS video being voiced. - A surprise. This is really vague but I'm hoping for something out of left field. A hint at a new threat we have to deal with, a character we didn't expect to see, or just something we have absolutely no idea what it is. Something that will fuel speculation and analysis in the coming months. - I don't think we'll see anything regarding the Inquisitor. Even if they have some role in the game, that might confuse people into thinking they are returning as protagonist. - More murals? These always seem to give us a lot to speculate about. - Follow-up blog post or tweets with some extra tidbits
Ok, so this got to be a bit longer than I anticipated haha. What does everyone else expect or hope to see?
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Post by Black Magic Ritual on Dec 2, 2022 2:01:25 GMT
I JUST NEED A FEW PARTY MEMBER REVEALS ARRGGHHHHHH
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Post by smilesja on Dec 2, 2022 2:04:20 GMT
I want some gameplay please!
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Post by colfoley on Dec 2, 2022 2:19:18 GMT
DA Day- More short stories and a teaser for the Game Awards.
TGAs- Another small trailer with some plot, some hype. On the extreme we might get a release window. Darrah did say something about they may want to 'get pre orders going' and while I do think its way too early for that Darrah is definitley much more of the expert then I am in such things, so that is why we could get a release window/ maybe a date.
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Post by Absafraginlootly on Dec 2, 2022 2:29:03 GMT
My guess is
DA Day: a couple of short stories and/or concept art with a Bioware blog that hints at their prescence at the game awards and mentions Absolution's release date.
Game Awards: cinematic trailer or one of those "made in engine but not actually gameplay" trailers. Giving a bit more about the story, protagonist, and shots of significant characters.
EAplay or other con next year: gameplay trailer and interviews.
If they don't start hinting at their prescence at the game Awards in blog or tweets on DA day then i don't expect to see anything for a long while.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Dec 2, 2022 7:03:11 GMT
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Post by gervaise21 on Dec 2, 2022 8:36:51 GMT
DA Day is so close to the Netflix release that I don't think they would want to steal its thunder. Possibly a couple of short stories but more likely perhaps some screen shots/concept art of locations rather than individuals or, maybe, some new criters.
Game Awards: Hopefully another teaser trailer or something showcasing the game. Since they are starting to hype Minrathous, if it has been properly realised, perhaps they will do an aerial flyover, a bit like the trailer for DAI that showed different aspects of the world that we would be trying to save.
What I would like is some technical detail of the PC Spec I am going to need, so I can ensure I have mine upgraded or replaced in plenty of time.
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Post by colfoley on Dec 2, 2022 19:33:02 GMT
I just reminded myself of this but in the vein of much more wishful predictions but one that would leave me so hyped if they did. I'd love to see Sandal's prophecy get recited during a trailer for DA D, dramatic music in between beats, hard cuts showing off random images, I'd probbaly start jumping up and down.
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Post by Beerfish on Dec 2, 2022 20:30:01 GMT
Just show me the end of the game cutscene of me getting married to Lace Harding just after we have beheaded Solas.
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Post by githcheater on Dec 2, 2022 20:32:01 GMT
Just show me the end of the game cutscene of me getting married to Lace Harding just after we have beheaded Solas. She betrayed me?
Sour bitter grapes ... Why should she want an old man? ... Oops ... logic fart ...
Maybe I had wishful thinking and she did not like my gray beard?
Anyway ... I am sorry ... I wish you (Beerfish) and Lace a very happy life together.
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Post by Beerfish on Dec 2, 2022 20:42:31 GMT
Just show me the end of the game cutscene of me getting married to Lace Harding just after we have beheaded Solas. She betrayed me?
Sour bitter grapes ... Why should she want an old man? ... Oops ... logic fart ...
Maybe I had wishful thinking and she did not like my gray beard?
Anyway ... I am sorry ... I wish you (Beerfish) and Lace a very happy life together.
Our wedding gift registry is online so you can send us a gift that way.
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Post by githcheater on Dec 2, 2022 21:46:10 GMT
She betrayed me?
Sour bitter grapes ... Why should she want an old man? ... Oops ... logic fart ...
Maybe I had wishful thinking and she did not like my gray beard?
Anyway ... I am sorry ... I wish you (Beerfish) and Lace a very happy life together.
Our wedding gift registry is online so you can send us a gift that way. I hope you both enjoy your two studded snow tires
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Post by necrowaif on Dec 2, 2022 22:25:52 GMT
Just show me the end of the game cutscene of me getting married to Lace Harding just after we have beheaded Solas. Why would Lace Harding marry your character after she hooks up with Varric in that comic book that's coming out in January?
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Post by Beerfish on Dec 2, 2022 22:29:01 GMT
Just show me the end of the game cutscene of me getting married to Lace Harding just after we have beheaded Solas. Why would Lace Harding marry your character after she hooks up with Varric in that comic book that's coming out in January? I'll kill Varric as well, ....if I have to.
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Post by NotN7 on Dec 2, 2022 22:42:22 GMT
I personally expect nothing from Bioware on DA day cause the audience is small here on the boards but Game awards we'll see if they do it will have to be something that gives the impression, they are ready to release and that the game is finished and ready to play if not to me they are not even close to release, In other words BIOWARE START TALKING! it's been long enough
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Post by Black Magic Ritual on Dec 4, 2022 2:13:26 GMT
I WANT SOME ORIGINS REVEALS PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
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Post by cuthbertbeckett on Dec 4, 2022 17:15:40 GMT
"We wanted to close out this year with a little treat to celebrate Dragon Age Day in our own way by sharing a key cinematic from the game." www.ea.com/games/dragon-age/news/da-day-2022I really hope that this teaser isn´t all for this year and they still have a surprise for us at Game Awards.
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Post by luketrevelyan on Dec 4, 2022 17:22:16 GMT
I think unfortunately that is all we are getting this year. Makes me think 2024 is more likely than late 2023, although possible they are just going to go for a short marketing campaign and really kick things into gear in the spring/summer.
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Post by cuthbertbeckett on Dec 4, 2022 17:27:04 GMT
I think unfortunately that is all we are getting this year. Makes me think 2024 is more likely than late 2023, although possible they are just going to go for a short marketing campaign and really kick things into gear in the spring/summer. I still have a little hope because come on that can´t be all. Atleast they could revial who the playercharacter is (or simple is it the Lord of Fortune or not) and what Varric´s role in DAD is exactly.
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Post by colfoley on Dec 4, 2022 20:43:43 GMT
The fandom does reap what it sows.
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Post by smilesja on Dec 4, 2022 21:34:08 GMT
The fandom does reap what it sows.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Dec 4, 2022 23:04:42 GMT
Seems I called it. We got a short story about stuff we already knew and a short video about things we all knew since 2015. So nothing.
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Post by warden on Dec 4, 2022 23:11:19 GMT
Given it's not even an official day, people should expect nothing.
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Post by luketrevelyan on Dec 5, 2022 16:36:49 GMT
My DA Day predictions actually weren't too far off. We got a new short story, a blog post, character posters for Absolution, and possibly an indication they won't be at the Game Awards. Instead of images from the game we got that Solas video, which was a bit more than I expected (although largely a rehash of info we already knew).
I was optimistic about the Game Awards prior to DA Day but not so much anymore. Possible we are reading too much into the blog post "close out this year" though.
I still think TGA would make sense to have a 2 for the price of 1 advertisement for both Dreadwolf and Absolution, especially with Absolution premiering the next day. Like they could easily put something at the end of the trailer to say "and tune it to Netflix at midnight (or whatever time it premieres) for the new animated series Dragon Age Absolution."
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Post by cuthbertbeckett on Dec 5, 2022 19:34:18 GMT
Given it's not even an official day, people should expect nothing. That´s true but big if they won´t have anything for TGA and this all they got for this year it´s pretty disappointing.
And you may already think this way with statements like the aforementioned: "We wanted to close out this year with a little treat to celebrate Dragon Age Day in our own way by sharing a key cinematic from the game."
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