Which isn’t that big a deal, because the game’s journal entries are well-written and hide a lot of great stuff that’s of interest to newcomers and veterans alike. The game does explain itself quite well, though you’ll just have to do a fair amount of in-game reading to get the backstory.
If you want all the particulars broken down for you-the way a friend might explain things over a drink-check out this piece by Kotaku writer Kirk Hamilton. It’s a good introduction to Thedas, the rich and complex world in which the Dragon Age games are set. Visit the Dragon Age Keep for a bit of an interactive recap of the first two games, which allows you to make some of the major decisions you’d make in Origins and Dragon Age II. Part of the appeal of prior Dragon Age games has been player choice-if you’ve played the first two games, the world will look a bit different based on your decisions. But you should consider doing a bit of homework if you haven’t. Follow/Fav Playing With Fire By: Idrelle Miocovani Though House Tethras and House Davri are known enemies, Varric and Bianca are determined to continue their relationship, even if it is in the shadows. You don’t have to play the first twogames.
