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Dragon Age II vs Dragon Age: Inquisition

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Dragon Age II
Dragon Age IIRise to power
Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: InquisitionLead the Inquisition to restore order to a fantasy world torn apart by cataclysmic chaos.
Overview
Description

Dragon Age II is a role-playing game set in the fantasy world of Thedas. The game follows the story of Hawke, a refugee who becomes the Champion of Kirkwall, and must navigate the complexities of politics and magic in a world filled with danger and uncertainty.

Dragon Age: Inquisition is an epic role-playing game set on the sprawling continent of Thedas, where mages and templars clash as dragons darken the sky. As the leader of the Inquisition, you must make critical choices that permanently alter the course of history while rallying allies against chaos. Customize your hero from four distinct races and three specialized classes, exploring vast regions across Ferelden and Orlais. Engage in tactical combat, build your influence, and forge deep relationships and romances as you uncover the truth behind a mysterious cataclysmic event.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
CRPG
CRPG
Best for
Gamers
RPG fans and fantasy enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$39.9933%
release date
2011-03-08
2014-11-18
Specifications
developer
BioWare Edmonton
BioWare Edmonton
publisher
Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
76/100
88/100+16%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging story and characters
  • Deep character customization
  • Strategic combat and gameplay
  • Richly detailed world and lore
  • Immersive and reactive choice-driven narrative
  • Vast and visually stunning open-world environments
  • Deep character customization and party progression
  • Engaging tactical combat with multiple class specializations
Cons
  • Some players may find the combat too repetitive
  • The game's story can be overwhelming for new players
  • Some characters and storylines feel underdeveloped
  • Some side quests can feel repetitive or fetch-quest heavy
  • Complex tactical camera controls can occasionally feel awkward on consoles
  • Inventory management becomes cumbersome late in the game
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Dragon Age: Inquisition (B) offers broader open‑world content, co‑op play, higher critic scores and lower price, while Dragon Age II (A) delivers a tighter, character‑driven story at a higher cost.

Key differences

  • World scope: B features a vast open world across multiple regions; A is more confined to a single city setting.
  • Multiplayer: B includes co‑op and multiplayer modes; A is single‑player only.
  • Critical reception: B has a higher critic score (88) than A (76).
  • Price: B costs $39.99 versus A at $59.99.
  • Character creation: B offers race selection (dwarf, elf, human, Qunari); A focuses on class and appearance only.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

B combines tactical combat with open‑world exploration, offering more varied activities than A's city‑centric combat.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Platform availability

Platform details not specified for either title.

Tie

Price & value

B is $20 cheaper and includes multiplayer, giving more content per dollar.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Multiplayer / co‑op

B supports single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑op; A is single‑player only.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Content & replayability

B's open world, multiple classes, and choice‑driven narrative provide higher replay potential than A.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Difficulty & accessibility

Difficulty levels and accessibility features not specified for either game.

Tie

Graphics & performance

Technical graphics/performance details not provided.

Tie

Choose Dragon Age II if…

Players who prefer a focused, story‑heavy RPG and don't need multiplayer, willing to pay more.

Choose Dragon Age: Inquisition if…

Players seeking expansive open world, co‑op options, better value, and higher critical acclaim.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Dragon Age: Inquisition costs $39.99, while Dragon Age II costs $59.99.

Do either of these games have multiplayer?

Only Dragon Age: Inquisition includes multiplayer and co‑operative modes; Dragon Age II is single‑player only.

Which title received better reviews?

Dragon Age: Inquisition has a higher critic score of 88/100 compared to Dragon Age II's 76/100.