Reports suggest BioWare Edmonton may be facing significant changes. Recent online speculation, fueled by certain sources, points to the potential closure of the studio and the departure of Dragon Age: The Veilguard's game director, Corinne Boucher.
Eurogamer, citing reliable sources, confirms Boucher's departure within the coming weeks. Boucher, an 18-year EA veteran, has primarily worked on The Sims franchise. However, the rumors regarding the studio's closure remain unconfirmed by Eurogamer, classified as speculation.
Critical reception of Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been mixed. While some hail it as a triumphant return to form for BioWare, others consider it a solid, albeit unremarkable, RPG. Currently, Metacritic shows no overwhelmingly negative reviews.
Many reviewers praise The Veilguard's engaging gameplay, particularly its challenging higher difficulty settings. Conversely, some outlets, such as VGC, criticize the gameplay as feeling dated and lacking innovation. The game's overall reception presents a diverse range of opinions.