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Dragon Age: Inquisition vs Ultima VIII: Pagan

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Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: InquisitionLead the Inquisition to restore order to a fantasy world torn apart by cataclysmic chaos.
Ultima VIII: Pagan
Ultima VIII: PaganEscape the world of Pagan and save Britannia from the Guardian's grasp.
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.

Ultima VIII: Pagan picks up where Ultima VII left off, casting the Avatar into the hostile realm of Pagan. The Guardian has seized control of Britannia, forcing the Avatar to battle four titanic rulers to break the interworld barrier. Players must destroy each titan, claim their power, and open a portal back to Britannia, confronting the Guardian's schemes in a blend of action‑driven combat and classic role‑playing exploration.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
CRPG
CRPG
Best for
RPG fans and fantasy enthusiasts
RPG fans and action gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99−20%
$49.99
release date
2014-11-18
1994-03-01
Specifications
developer
BioWare Edmonton
Origin Systems
publisher
Electronic Arts
Origin Systems
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M+50%
PEGI 12, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
88/100+13%
78/100
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
  • Deep continuation of the Ultima VII story
  • Innovative 3D exploration for its era
  • Challenging titan boss encounters
  • Rich fantasy setting with immersive lore
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
  • Clunky controls compared to modern standards
  • Steep difficulty curve for new players
  • Limited save system can be unforgiving
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The Verdict

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Dragon Age: Inquisition offers higher critical acclaim, modern graphics, and multiplayer for a lower price, while Ultima VIII provides classic 3D exploration with a deeper direct sequel story but steeper difficulty and higher cost.

Key differences

  • •Critic scores: 78/100 (Ultima VIII) vs 88/100 (Inquisition).
  • •Multiplayer support: Single‑player only (Ultima VIII) vs single‑player, multiplayer and co‑op (Inquisition).
  • •Price: $49.99 (Ultima VIII) vs $39.99 (Inquisition).
  • •Release era: 1994 classic RPG vs 2014 modern open‑world RPG.
  • •Difficulty: Steep learning curve and unforgiving saves (Ultima VIII) vs generally accessible with some repetitive side quests (Inquisition).
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Pricing & value

Inquisition costs $39.99 versus Ultima VIII's $49.99, offering better price‑to‑content ratio.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Gameplay & fun factor

Inquisition has higher critic score (88) and tactical combat, suggesting broader appeal than Ultima VIII's 78 score.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Multiplayer / co‑op

Inquisition includes multiplayer and co‑op modes; Ultima VIII is single‑player only.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Content & replayability

Inquisition features a vast open world and character customization; Ultima VIII offers a linear sequel story.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Difficulty & accessibility

Ultima VIII is noted for a steep difficulty curve and unforgiving saves, appealing to hardcore fans.

Ultima VIII: Pagan

Graphics & performance

Inquisition released in 2014 with modern graphics; Ultima VIII's 1994 graphics are dated (not specified).

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Platform availability

Both are PC titles; no other platforms listed (not specified).

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Choose Dragon Age: Inquisition if…

Players wanting modern visuals, multiplayer, and broader content at a lower price.

Choose Ultima VIII: Pagan if…

Fans seeking classic 90s RPG continuity and a tougher challenge.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Dragon Age: Inquisition costs $39.99, while Ultima VIII: Pagan costs $49.99.

Do either of the games support multiplayer?

Only Dragon Age: Inquisition offers multiplayer and co‑op; Ultima VIII is single‑player only.

Which title has better critical reception?

Dragon Age: Inquisition has a critic score of 88/100, compared to Ultima VIII's 78/100.