Here’s another great deal over on the Steam site you can get Dragonage Origins for 50% off and the latest release Dragonage II which was only released early in April for 25% off.
Dragonage Origins - £7.49 approx $11 (50% off)
Dragonage Origins: Awakening - £9.99 approx $15 (50% off)
Dragonage Origins: Ultimate Edition (Includes both of the above) £12.49 approx $19 (50% off)
Dragonage II £22.49 approx $34(25% off)
The following description was posted by me over a year ago. I’m still playing the game and love it, though truth be told I still think Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is better. (Elder Scrolls V is out later this year). But if you like RPG’s Dragonage Origins is still a great game to play, with stunning views and a great story. I would advise downloading one of the texture mods though as the developers Bioware skimped on some of the textures, using low res textures that spoil the game a little. (The mods fix that minor negative though). The reason they did it was so that it could be a multi platform game. All PC gamers know that most games these days are dumbed down for the ageing console graphics chips. (consider that the average graphics card alone for a reasonable gaming PC costs a lot more than an Xbox 360 and a Play Station 3). As for Dragonage II. The reviews say that it starts off slow, which I have to agree. I found the early part of the game rather tedious, but playing on was worth the wait as it definitely flowers into a game as good as the original. I’m thinking maybe it’s because of the poor start that sales have been poor, hence the rather quick reduction in prce, considering the game has only been released for little over a month.
If you don’t own any of the Dragonage titles I’d certainly advise buying the ultimate edition first. I reckon the second instalment will reduce further for the summer sale, so f you are on a shoestring just get the ultimate edition. It’s certainly worth spending the extra few pounds/dollars to buy the ultimate, thatn purchasing the games singly as theres a significant saving.
There’s already a plethora of mods for this game that’ll extend the game play for many months if not years. The deal ends on Friday, so go get your money and buy this fabulous game.
Dragonage Origins:
Got to admit this is one great game. I wasn't so sure when I first started to play it because I was looking for something Oblivionesque, but this is a fantastic game and well worth purchasing on deal. there's a new expansion out tomorrow as well which will cot you an additional £19.99 if you want it, but it does add a substantial amount of new lands to explore.
You get the following:
Blood Dragon Armor
Commissioned by an infamous Nevarran dragon hunter, this armour was crafted in a time when dragons had almost been hunted to extinction. Infused with their blood, the armour gained notoriety after the hunter died at the hands of men rather than the dragons it was designed to protect him from.
Grants exceptional protection in combat
Armour will be usable in BioWare's upcoming science fiction epic, Mass Effect 2
The Stone Prisoner
The darkspawn-infested village of Honnleath holds a secret: the forgotten stone figure at the town’s heart is a powerful golem frozen in time. Free the creature and reveal a storied quest to unlock its power and mysterious past.
Download The Stone Prisoner and gain access to Shale, a mighty stone golem who can join the party and travel throughout Dragon Age: Origins. One of the most powerful characters in the game, Shale comes with a rich back story, extensive voice acting, and a unique follower quest to explore. The Stone Prisoner also includes new environments, items, and hours of additional gameplay that adds to the Dragon Age: Origins campaign.
A powerful new party member to aid in the epic quest to save Ferelden from the Blight
New areas, including the troubled village of Honnleath
New achievements, items, and unique insights into the Dragon Age: Origins storyline
Digital Soundtrack
Includes a collection of tracks from the score of Dragon Age: Origins
Wallpapers
Includes a collection of wallpapers for your desktop background
About Dragon Age: Origins Digital Deluxe Edition
From the maker of Mass Effect and Baldur’s Gate comes the dark fantasy epic Dragon Age: Origins.
You are a Grey Warden, one of the last of a legendary order of guardians. With the return of an ancient foe and the kingdom engulfed in civil war, you have been chosen by fate to unite the shattered lands and slay the archdemon once and for all.
A Stunning World to Explore
BioWare’s deepest universe to date with over 80 hours of gameplay and more than double the size and scope of Mass Effect
Travel throughout dozens of environments and fully immerse yourself in a shattered world that is on the brink of utter annihilation
An epic story that is completely shaped and reactive to your play style
Complex Moral Choices
There are no easy choices
Tailor your Dragon Age: Origins experience from the very beginning by choose from six different Origin Stories
Decide how to handle complex issues like murder, genocide, betrayal, and the possession/sacrificing of children without the security of a good/bad slider to tell you what to do
Full Character Customization
Sculpt your hero in your own image or fantasy
Elaborate character creator allows you to create your own hero unique from anyone else
Shape your character’s personality and morality based on the choices you make throughout the game
Engage in Bone-Crushing, Visceral Combat
Battle against massive and terrifying creatures
Unleash legendary powers and choose from over 100 different magical spells and skills
Experience the adrenaline rush of brutal combat, beheading your foes or casting spells that make enemies explode from within
Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SKshw-2ZdY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiE1_0nQqGU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzdOL5p60kc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTKwnzY3NbQ
System Requirements
Minimum:
OS: Windows XP (SP3) or Windows Vista (SP1) or Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core 2 Single 1.6 Ghz Processor (or equivalent) or AMD 64 2.0 GHz Processor (or equivalent)
Memory: 1GB (1.5 GB Vista and Windows 7)
Graphics: ATI Radeon X850 256MB or NVIDIA GeForce 6600 GT 128MB or greater (Windows Vista: Radeon X1550 256 MB or NVidia GeForce 7600GT 256MB)
DirectX®: DirectX (November 2007)
Hard Drive: 20 GB HD space
Sound: Direct X Compatible Sound Card
Recommended:
OS: Windows XP (SP3) or Windows Vista (SP1) or Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 Ghz or AMD Phenom II X2 Dual-Core 2.7 Ghz Processor or equivalent
Memory: 2 GB (3GB Vista and Windows 7)
Graphics: ATI 3850 512 MB or NVidia 8800GTS 512MB or greater
DirectX®: DirectX (November 2007)
Hard Drive: 20 GB HD space
Sound: Direct X Compatible Sound Card
Dragonage II:
The Game:
Experience the epic sequel to the 2009 Game of the Year from the critically acclaimed makers of Dragon Age: Origins and Mass Effect 2. You are one of the few who escaped the destruction of your home. Now, forced to fight for survival in an ever-changing world, you must gather the deadliest of allies, amass fame and fortune, and seal your place in history. This is the story of how the world changed forever. The legend of your Rise to Power begins now.
Key features:
Embark upon an all-new adventure that takes place across an entire decade and shapes itself around every decision you make.
Determine your rise to power from a destitute refugee to the revered champion of the land.
Think like a general and fight like a Spartan with dynamic new combat mechanics that put you right in the heart of battle whether you are a mage, rogue, or warrior.
Go deeper into the world of Dragon Age with an entirely new cinematic experience that grabs hold of you from the beginning and never lets go.
Discover a whole realm rendered in stunning detail with updated graphics and a new visual style.
Bonus Content: The Black Emporium
Nestled deep under Kirkwall, you'll find a market with a curious collection of items, some for sale, some for free, and ranging from the mundane to the mysterious! One artifact can even transform your very body, face, hair, eyes—all new! We've even granted you your very own mabari war hound to call to your side with a whistle—a boon in battle and a beloved pet at home. Visit the Black Emporium today, and you’ll be the envy of adventurers everywhere. Your invitation awaits!
[b][u]The Black Emporium features::
A magic item store that has some of the best equipment you’ll find in the game. It’s restocked with better items as you progress through the story.
A loyal mabari hound that fights at your side in battle.
The “Mirror of Transformation”. Gaze into it and you can change your very appearance. Hair, eyes, tattoos, and more can be changed with the click of a button.
A crafting store which sells powerful unique recipes.
Explore the Black Emporium and uncover its strange secrets and lore. Be sure to see its strange proprietor. It should prove most… memorable.
Video:
You can see a few videos of Dragonage 2 HERE, HERE and HERE. The first two are pre-release videos, the third is actual in game footage from the early part of the game when you meet a giant Orc and a friendly dragon, who turns out to be the one of the original characters from the first game.
System Requirements:
Minimum:
OS: Windows XP with SP3; Windows Vista with SP2; Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo (or equivalent) running at 1.8 GHz or greater; AMD Athlon 64 X2 (or equivalent) running at 1.8 GHz or greater
Memory: 1024 MB (1536 MB Vista and Windows 7)
Hard Disk Space: 7GB
Video: Radeon HD 2600 Pro 256MB and the NVIDIA GeForce 7900 GS 256MB cards
Sound: Direct X 9.0c Compatible Sound Card Windows Experience Index: 4.5
Recommended:
OS: Intel Core 2 Quad 2.4 GHz Processor or equivalent; AMD Phenom II X3 Triple core 2.8GHz or Equivalent
Memory: 2Gb (4 GB Vista and Windows 7)
Video: ATI 3850 512MB or Greater; NVIDIA 8800GTS 512MB or Greater; DirectX 11: ATI 5850 or Greater; NVIDIA 460 or Greater
