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Dragon Age: Inquisition vs Torment: Tides of Numenera

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Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: InquisitionLead the Inquisition to restore order to a fantasy world torn apart by cataclysmic chaos.
Torment: Tides of Numenera
Torment: Tides of NumeneraExplore the Ninth World and discover what one life matters in this thematic successor to Planescape: Torment.
Overview
Description

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.

Torment: Tides of Numenera is a rich, story-driven role-playing game set in Monte Cook's science-fantasy universe of Numenera, known as the Ninth World. Players take on the role of the Last Castoff, the final mortal vessel of an ancient man who achieved immortality through technological relics. Pursued by the deadly Angel of Entropy, you must explore medieval-like settlements built atop the ruins of countless fallen civilizations, uncovering mysterious artifacts and grappling with deep philosophical questions. Building upon the legacy of the 1999 classic Planescape: Torment, the game focuses heavily on rich narrative exploration, complex character choices, and profound personal themes. As you journey through the Ninth World, you will interact with fellow castoffs, utilize strange devices called Meres to experience alternate dimensions, and leave behind a lasting Legacy that shapes the fate of the world.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
CRPG
CRPG
Best for
RPG fans and fantasy enthusiasts
Fans of deep narrative RPGs and sci-fi
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.9911%
$44.99
release date
2014-11-18
2017-02-27
Specifications
developer
BioWare Edmonton
inXile Entertainment
publisher
Electronic Arts
Techland
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
PEGI 16, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
88/100+7%
82/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • 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
  • Exceptionally rich and deep storytelling
  • Fascinating and original Ninth World setting
  • Meaningful choices with lasting consequences
  • Strong thematic successor to Planescape: Torment
Cons
  • 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
  • Heavy reading and text-dense interface
  • Combat is secondary to dialogue and exploration
  • Pacing can feel slow for action-oriented players
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The Verdict

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Dragon Age: Inquisition offers a larger, visually rich open world with co‑op multiplayer, while Torment: Tides of Numenera focuses on deep, philosophical storytelling with a slower, text‑heavy experience.

Key differences

  • World size & visual scope: Inquisition has vast open‑world environments; Tides of Numenera is more limited and narrative‑driven.
  • Multiplayer: Inquisition supports co‑op/multiplayer; Tides of Numenera is single‑player only.
  • Story focus: Tides of Numenera emphasizes philosophical dialogue and choice consequences; Inquisition balances story with tactical combat and exploration.
  • Price: Inquisition costs $39.99 vs. Tides of Numenera $44.99.
  • Critical reception: Inquisition scored 88/100, higher than Tides of Numenera's 82/100.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Inquisition blends tactical combat, exploration, and party management; Tides of Numenera centers on dialogue with secondary combat.

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Platform availability

Both are single‑player paid titles; multiplayer only differs, but platform lists are not provided.

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Price & value

Inquisition is $5 cheaper ($39.99 vs $44.99) while offering more content and multiplayer.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Multiplayer / co‑op

Inquisition includes multiplayer and co‑op modes; Tides of Numenera is single‑player only.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Content & replayability

Inquisition's open world, class specializations, and influence system provide broader replay options than Tides of Numenera's linear narrative.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Difficulty & accessibility

Both have tactical combat; neither provides specific accessibility data, so they are comparable.

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Graphics & performance

Inquisition is described as visually stunning open world; Tides of Numenera's graphics are not detailed.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Choose Dragon Age: Inquisition if…

Players who want a big open world, combat variety, and co‑op play.

Choose Torment: Tides of Numenera if…

Players who prioritize deep, philosophical story over combat and don’t need multiplayer.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Dragon Age: Inquisition costs $39.99, while Torment: Tides of Numenera costs $44.99.

Do either of these games support multiplayer?

Inquisition offers single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑op modes; Tides of Numenera is single‑player only.

Which title received higher critic scores?

Dragon Age: Inquisition has a critic score of 88/100, compared to Torment: Tides of Numenera's 82/100.

Dragon Age: Inquisition vs Torment: Tides of Numenera