Dragon Age The Veilguard game director leaves BioWare, players expect studio to shut down

The gaming community has been abuzz with discussions about BioWare and the success of Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Amidst this, unsettling rumors have emerged suggesting the closure of BioWare Edmonton and the departure of the game's director, Corinne Boucher. These rumors originated from sources labeled as "agenda fighters," but Eurogamer has confirmed that Boucher, who has been with EA for approximately 18 years and heavily involved with The Sims franchise, will indeed leave BioWare in the coming weeks. However, Eurogamer has not substantiated claims about the studio's closure, leaving it as mere speculation.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has received mixed reviews from critics. Some herald it as a return to form for BioWare, describing it as a "masterpiece" and declaring that "old BioWare is back." Others, while acknowledging it as a solid role-playing game, point out its flaws and argue that it doesn't reach the heights of greatness. At the time of writing, there have been no unfavorable reviews on Metacritic, and many reviewers have praised the game's dynamic and engaging action role-playing mechanics, particularly at higher difficulty levels.

However, not all feedback is glowing. VGC, for instance, critiqued The Veilguard's gameplay as feeling "stuck in the past," lacking the innovation and creativity that could set it apart in today's gaming landscape.