Bioware unshackles Dragon Age: Origins

Bioware has finally launched its long-awaited Dragon Age: Origins fantasy game for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC platforms.

In Origins, players assume the role of a mysterious Grey Warden who is one of the last remaining guardians of an ancient order. As a rising evil threatens to destroy all life, the Warden is tasked with uniting various factions and slaying an evil dragon known as the Archdemon.??

Players can also download several content packs, including:

  • Warden’s Keep – Offers a new dungeon-exploring adventure, additional loot and the chance to gain two of six mysterious new abilities.
  • Stone Prisoner – Provides access to new environments, items and the stone golem known as Shale.??
  • Blood Dragon Armor – Creates a set of themed armor that offers additional protection in combat. The armor will be available for use in both Dragon Age: Origins and Mass Effect 2.