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[Christophero Sly]

I'm not sure what to do here. I've haven't picked up Dragon Age yet. I've been meaning to pick up a used copy for some time, which I suspect I can do for ~$20. However, I'm wondering if all the extra content in the upcoming ultimate edition justifies its $60 price. It looks like you'll get Origins, Awakening, and 9 DLC packs.

Will I get the best part of the DA experience by just getting a used copy of Origins, and if I like that, maybe Awakening too, or are there some compelling reasons to have the DLC packs as well? Is the ultimate edition a great value for what you're getting?

[Mord]

Christophero Sly, on Mon Oct 4, 2010 12:42 PM, said:

I'm not sure what to do here. I've haven't picked up Dragon Age yet. I've been meaning to pick up a used copy for some time, which I suspect I can do for ~$20. However, I'm wondering if all the extra content in the upcoming ultimate edition justifies its $60 price. It looks like you'll get Origins, Awakening, and 9 DLC packs.

Will I get the best part of the DA experience by just getting a used copy of Origins, and if I like that, maybe Awakening too, or are there some compelling reasons to have the DLC packs as well? Is the ultimate edition a great value for what you're getting?

Kotaku mentioned that if you were to buy it all separately it'd have cost about $114 dollars. I just consider the Ultimate Edition the finished game. The stuff before that was just beta that everyone paid to play early.

But then I tend to feel just about everything this gen is just "beta-ware".

[MagitekAngel]

Now now, children, what have we all learned here?

Never, ever buy a game within the first year of its launch.

Edited by MagitekAngel, Mon Oct 4, 2010 2:13 PM.

[Tempest]

This is going on my Christmas want list.

Tempest

[cimerians]

LOL...I agree. Everything is beta or in parts until you get the complete game as a "gold", "Ultimate" edition.

[Video]

I thought about it, but does it come with the content, or just a code to download it? Cause, er...I'll play the "beta" instead of buying the gimped "full" version if that is the case. (since one of my friends has it, I can get the beta free )

[remowilliams]

Definitely worth it. Some of the DLC is good, some is crap, but for all of it and DAO:A as well it's a good deal.

I've already paid too much and played through it all.

[Vic George 2K3]

I want to get DA:O first and see how that game is.

[SoulBlazer]

I've heard great things about Dragon Age. A collection that has BOTH games and the DLC's? I'll defentily need to pick this up!

[Christophero Sly]

Thanks for the input, everyone. It sounds like holding out for the UE is the way to go on this one.

[Vic George 2K3]

I got DA:O and so far it's interesting. I'm playing as a male dwarf noble and I can't wait to meet the other characters I will come across, particularly Oghren the womanizing drunk. I'm also getting DA:O Awakening.

[cimerians]

I have DA:O Ultimate Edition with the map and downloads. I'm playing a male archer\ranger type.
Its one of the best RPG's this generation hands down.

I am also getting this right NOW:

http://dragonage.bio...da2/info/order/

Dragon Age II BioWare Signature Edition FAQ

1. If I already Pre-ordered Dragon Age 2, will I be upgraded to the BioWare Signature Edition?

YES! Anyone who has previously pre-ordered with the retailers listed below should be included in this offer, but ultimately this is up to the retailers, so please check with them directly.

2. What retailers will be offering the BioWare Signature Edition?

The Dragon Age II BioWare Signature will be available at Gamestop, Amazon, Electronics Boutique, and the EA store on October 14th. Other retailers will be following suit and we will offer an updated list at a later time.

3. Will the BioWare Signature Edition be available in Europe and other regions?

Yes! In Europe, the BioWare Signature Edition will be available in the following territories

* UK
* France
* Russia
* Italy
* Germany
* Poland
* Spain
* Hungary
* Slovakia
* Czech Republic
* South Africa
* Sweden
* Denmark
* Norway
* Finland
* New Zealand
* Australia
3. How long will the BioWare Signature Edition be available?

The BioWare Signature Edition will be available until January 11th, 2011. After that date, you can no longer order the BioWare Signature Edition of Dragon Age II.

5. How do I ensure I get the BioWare Signature Edition?

Pre-order Dragon Age II at one of the participating retailers listed above before January 11th, 2011 and you will be automatically upgraded to the BioWare Signature Edition.

6. Will I be able to get the BioWare Signature Edition after January 12th, 2011?

No. The only way you can get the BioWare Signature Edition is by pre-ordering Dragon Age II on or before January 11, 2011. After that, the BioWare Signature Edition will no longer be available.

7. What content is included in the BioWare Signature Edition of Dragon Age II?

The Dragon Age II BioWare Signature Edition includes the full version of Dragon Age II plus an additional $20 worth of bonus content that includes:

* A downloadable bonus playable character and missions
* Downloadable game soundtrack
* Downloadable in-game items including the digital armory that will feature a special weapon for each of your character classes
8. This seems too good to be true, what's the catch?

No catch, we just want to reward our most loyal fans and present them with this special version as a "thank you" for being an early adopter.



Good times!

[Video]

Ugg... I heard "downloadable" a few to many times there, feck that.

[Vic George 2K3]

Okay, now I've run into a brick wall with some tough boss battles in both DA:O and DA:OA, where my characters get killed off. I've seen PC playthroughs where the player is able to pause in-action in order to set up which character will perform which attack against a selected enemy, but I'm not sure how I'm able to do that using the Xbox 360 versions of the games, IF I'm able to do that at all. Note that I'm playing both games using Casual.

[moycon]

Vic George 2K3, on Sun Oct 31, 2010 12:29 PM, said:

Okay, now I've run into a brick wall with some tough boss battles in both DA:O and DA:OA, where my characters get killed off. I've seen PC playthroughs where the player is able to pause in-action in order to set up which character will perform which attack against a selected enemy, but I'm not sure how I'm able to do that using the Xbox 360 versions of the games, IF I'm able to do that at all. Note that I'm playing both games using Casual.

Just curious, what boss battle?

[Vic George 2K3]

In DA:O, it's Kolgrim, and I want to refuse defiling the urn. In DA:OA, it's the Dark Theurge in Deep Ruins.

[Vic George 2K3]

Okay, I figured out you can use the LT button to pause in-action in order to set up a move with a character.

[Fudgexx]

i havent played dragon age yet, heard it was good
might rent it from blockbuster

[cimerians]

Fudgexx, on Thu Dec 23, 2010 4:44 PM, said:

i havent played dragon age yet, heard it was good
might rent it from blockbuster

Take your time with it. Even though you have limited time with the rental. Enjoy the game and check online for help. (or here)

I love it. This game and the Oblivion series (Fallout too) has stolen life from me.

[Fudgexx]

i was a never fan of fallout or oblivion, ill try the game out next year, i got lost planet to play LoL

[Christophero Sly]

Does the DLC on the Ultimate edition require some sort of online activation before you can use it?

[cimerians]

Christophero Sly, on Fri Aug 12, 2011 9:16 PM, said:

Does the DLC on the Ultimate edition require some sort of online activation before you can use it?

No it should just install right off the CD.

They do recommend you create an online account but it should not be necessary.

The online account is like Oblivion where it tracks your achievments and progress etc online.

[Mord]

Mord, on Mon Oct 4, 2010 1:50 PM, said:

Christophero Sly, on Mon Oct 4, 2010 12:42 PM, said:

I'm not sure what to do here. I've haven't picked up Dragon Age yet. I've been meaning to pick up a used copy for some time, which I suspect I can do for ~$20. However, I'm wondering if all the extra content in the upcoming ultimate edition justifies its $60 price. It looks like you'll get Origins, Awakening, and 9 DLC packs.

Will I get the best part of the DA experience by just getting a used copy of Origins, and if I like that, maybe Awakening too, or are there some compelling reasons to have the DLC packs as well? Is the ultimate edition a great value for what you're getting?

Kotaku mentioned that if you were to buy it all separately it'd have cost about $114 dollars. I just consider the Ultimate Edition the finished game. The stuff before that was just beta that everyone paid to play early.

But then I tend to feel just about everything this gen is just "beta-ware".

Just to throw this out there, you can probably get the Ultimate edition new (or "new") from Gamestop at this point for 20 bucks. I picked up a copy on the PS3 yesterday for thus.

[iswitt]

Does this edition eliminate the so-called "online tether?" If not, I won't bother.

[cimerians]

iswitt, on Thu Feb 16, 2012 3:14 PM, said:

Does this edition eliminate the so-called "online tether?" If not, I won't bother.

Not that I know of. I have both the PC and console versions and I can play offline without a problem.