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Dragon Age: The Veilguard And The Problem With Meeting Expectations
As I delved into the world of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, I was excited to dive back into the franchise after enjoying previous installments. Unfortunately, my experience was marred by a lack of unexpected twists and turns in the story’s character development. Despite its enjoyable combat and engaging environments, I couldn’t help but feel uninvested in the fate of the characters.
What struck me as particularly disappointing was the predictability of the companions’ personalities. I had hoped that, like some of my favorite games, The Veilguard would challenge my expectations and force me to reevaluate my relationships with its cast. Instead, I found myself disconnected from the narrative due to a severe lack of surprises.
In other games, I’ve experienced moments where my assumptions about characters were subverted, leading to a deeper emotional connection. A notable example is The Witcher 3’s Bloody Baron quest line, where my initial perception of the character was flipped on its head. This kind of storytelling forces players to confront their own biases and question their emotions towards these digital personas.
In Stardew Valley, another beloved game, I’ve seen a similar approach used. Initially, I may have found Haley to be vain and shallow, only for her to reveal herself as more complex and caring. Moments like these foster a deeper attachment between the player and the world, as we’re encouraged to reflect on our initial judgments.
In the case of The Veilguard, however, it seems that meeting player expectations took precedence over challenging my own assumptions. While I enjoyed the game’s combat and environments, this predictability made me feel disconnected from its narrative.
Source: www.forbes.com
