Summary
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard won't implement the Denuvo DRM system on PC.
- Unfortunately, this means the game can't be preloaded on PC.
- BioWare previously announced that the game can be played offline and the EA launcher isn't required.
One of BioWare’s developers recently announced that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will not implement the Denuvo DRM system on PC. The controversial Denuvo digital rights management software is unpopular with many players, and excluding it from the upcoming title may help to improve player reception to Dragon Age: The Veilguard when it launches on Halloween.
Originally announced as Dragon Age: Dreadwolf in 2018, Dragon Age: The Veilguard will finally be released on October 31 after being in development for almost an entire decade. Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be the fourth entry in the Dragon Age franchise, and BioWare seems to be working hard to offer a smooth experience for gamers, with a recent announcement pleasing prospective PC players.
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BioWare’s executive producer Michael Gamble has revealed that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will not include Denuvo on PC. The software is meant to make it harder for people to pirate and distribute games online, but many criticize it for negatively impacting game performance. Although this will likely be seen as a win for many fans, it comes with an unfortunate drawback: the game won't be available for preload. Gamers who want to play The Veilguard at launch on PC will have to wait until October 31 at 9 AM PDT / 12 PM EDT to start downloading it.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Will Not Have Denuvo DRM on PC
This is not the first time that BioWare has shared some particularly good news with Dragon Age: The Veilguard PC players. Back in July, BioWare confirmed that Dragon Age: The Veilguard could be played offline and would not require EA’s launcher, causing countless fans to rejoice. The game is also Steam Deck-verified and can be easily played anywhere on Valve’s mobile platform.
BioWare has been aggressively marketing The Veilguard over the past few weeks, revealing many interesting details about the upcoming RPG’s setting, story, and mechanics. Many details about Dragon Age: The Veilguard have been confirmed, such as a variety of difficulty settings, Photo Mode, and a full transmog system, allowing gamers to wear whatever armor is more powerful while still keeping the visuals they prefer.
As The Veilguard’s launch draws near, it remains to be seen how successful the game will be with both longtime fans and newcomers. First impressions of Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s graphics were somewhat negative, but most of what’s been shared in the months since indicates that good decisions are being made at BioWare. By ditching EA’s app and Denuvo, it’s clear that BioWare is trying hard to win over PC players, and many eager fans are hoping to see the title succeed.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 80 /100 Critics Rec: 71%
- Released
- October 31, 2024
- ESRB
- M For Mature 17+ // Blood, Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence
- Developer(s)
- BioWare
- Publisher(s)
- Electronic Arts
WHERE TO PLAY
Enter the world of Thedas, a vibrant land of rugged wilderness, treacherous labyrinths, and glittering cities – steeped in conflict and secret magics. Now, a pair of corrupt ancient gods have broken free from centuries of darkness and are hellbent on destroying the world.
Thedas needs someone they can count on. Rise as Rook, Dragon Age’s newest hero. Be who you want to be and play how you want to play as you fight to stop the gods from blighting the world. But you can’t do this alone – the odds are stacked against you. Lead a team of seven companions, each with their own rich story to discover and shape, and together you will become The Veilguard.
- Engine
- Frostbite
- Franchise
- Dragon Age
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Genre(s)
- RPG
