Gaming Industry
Larian Studios Boss Critiques Game Development Trends Amid EA's Challenges
Swen Vincke, head of Larian Studios, remarks on the unsustainable practices in game development as EA prepares to face considerable changes.
Gaming Industry
EA's $55 Billion Acquisition: Concerns Over Future of BioWare and Studios
EA's recent acquisition, funded in part by the Saudi government, raises questions about the future of its studios, including BioWare.
Gaming
Anonymous BioWare Staff Brace for Layoffs Following EA's $55 Billion Buyout
BioWare employees express concerns about job security amidst EA's recent acquisition.
BioWare
Ex-BioWare Writer Analyzes EA-Saudi Deal and Fears for the Studio's Future
In light of EA's recent $55 billion buyout backed by Saudi investments, a former BioWare lead writer expresses concern over the implications for the storied RPG studio.
Gaming Industry
Former Anthem Producer Critiques Development Failures Surrounding Flight Mechanics
An ex-BioWare producer shares insights on the chaotic development of Anthem and the problematic integration of flight features.
Gaming Industry
Mark Darrah Weighs In: What If Dragon Age 4 Released Earlier?
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah speculates that the original Dragon Age 4 could have fared better if released earlier.
Games
Mark Darrah: Mages Were the Most ‘Complete’ Class in Dragon Age: Origins
Former BioWare producer discusses why Mages had more depth in Dragon Age: Origins compared to other classes.
Gaming
Mark Darrah Reflects on Fallout of Dragon Age 2's Reception
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah discusses the challenges faced during the launch of Dragon Age 2 and the studio's approach to fan expectations.
Gaming
'Veilguard represents a patchwork of four games', asserts former BioWare director Mark Darrah, suggesting the project should have been scrapped back in 2017
Mark Darrah reveals his insights on the troubled development of BioWare's Dragon Age project, Veilguard, in a recent interview.
Gaming Industry
Industry Expert Warns: 2025 Gaming Landscape More Unstable Than Ever
Mark Darrah, a former BioWare veteran, shares his concerns about the worsening state of the gaming industry and the potential impact of upcoming major releases like Grand Theft Auto 6.
Gaming
Former BioWare Producer Claims Dragon Age Was Never Meant to Expand Beyond Origins
Mark Darrah discusses how the original Dragon Age was intended as a standalone game and the financial motivations behind the franchise's sequels.
Gaming
Mark Darrah Urges New Mass Effect Team to Learn from Veilguard's Failures
Mark Darrah emphasizes the importance of learning from the missteps of Dragon Age: The Veilguard for the upcoming Mass Effect project.
Gaming Industry
Ex-BioWare Producer Mark Darrah Reflects on Studio's Struggles
Mark Darrah discusses the challenges faced by BioWare during his tenure, highlighting issues of talent retention and project management.
Games
Mark Darrah Suggests Remasters as the Key to Dragon Age's Future Amid Concerns for BioWare
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah advocates for remasters of the original Dragon Age series as the only viable path forward for its future, while expressing skepticism about BioWare's current capability to deliver.
Gaming
Insights from Anthem's Former Executive Producer Reveal the Challenges Behind Its Development
A former executive producer at BioWare discusses the tumultuous development of Anthem and how the initial vision led to significant challenges.
Game Development
BioWare Veteran Joins Bethesda, Bringing Hope for The Elder Scrolls 6
John Dombrow, a notable figure from BioWare, has made the transition to Bethesda Game Studios as a Senior Quest Designer, a move anticipated to enhance the development of The Elder Scrolls 6.
Games
Anthem's Servers Will Shut Down Forever in January 2026
Electronic Arts has confirmed that the servers for Anthem will be completely deactivated on January 12, 2026, ending the game's online functionality after a tumultuous history.
Game Development
Insights on the Rocky Journey of Dragon Age: The Veilguard
A deep dive into the complex issues faced by BioWare during the development of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, revealing significant management errors.
Games
Former BioWare Writer Discusses Impact of Storytelling in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines
David Gaider reflects on how a level in Bloodlines shaped his views on storytelling vs. combat in games.
Games
Dragon Age's Creator Critiques EA's Assumptions About RPG Fans
David Gaider discusses how EA's approach to BioWare games shifted focus from dedicated RPG fans to a broader audience.
