BioWare's remaster plans for Dragon Age: an uncertain future

In short

• Mark Darrah, former head of Dragon Age, says remasters of the original trilogy are almost impossible.
• The Aurora Engine, used for the first games, is a major obstacle because no one at BioWare understands the technology anymore.
• A remaster would only be possible if EA set up a dedicated team for the project.

Analysis by GAME-scanner

Mark Darrah’s comments on the remaster potential of the Dragon Age trilogy are worrying for fans of the series. The technical challenges posed by the Aurora Engine should not be underestimated. This is not just a matter of visual upgrades; it’s about understanding and rebuilding an engine that hasn’t been actively used for more than a decade. The suggestion that EA would need to assemble an entire team for a remaster highlights the significant resources such a project would require, which is a major ask in today’s economic climate for the games industry.

What does this mean for players?

For Dragon Age fans, this news means the chances of a remaster of the beloved trilogy are very slim. That may be disappointing for players hoping for a modern re-release of games they hold dear. BioWare’s lack of technical knowledge about the Aurora Engine could also affect the development of future titles, raising questions about the direction of the franchise.

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