Dragon Age the Veilguard Gameplay - Ultimate Preview, Combat, Classes, Progression & More

[@nathangruber7412]

I remember playing Dragon Age 2 before leaving for the military. Good times!

[@TheDream6842]

You should play Dragon age inquisition and it's trespasser dlc if you want to understand Veilguard's story. Plus Inquisition is really good and it won the goty 2014.

[@nick25oo]

If you play inquisition before hand then hard focus on the story for the first few hours and only start exploring after meeting the main villain in the story or you could get burnt out by the early parts of the game because it is the most boring part of that game, also only collect 10 of each resource outside of elf leaves and bear hide because those two resources are always useful. Ignore this if you already played.

[@chillpill1590]

@@TheDream6842 DA2 is the only good one 3 is kinda boring

[@TheDream6842]

@@chillpill1590 Lmao, DA2 is the one that the majority agrees is the worst.

[@rvnhty]

@@TheDream6842 You don't need to play the previous games.

[@redcriminal7032]

Waiting for unbiased reviews before picking it up.

[@xLionsxxSmithyx]

All the Real reviews will come out a few days after release day, that's when the NDA ends.

[@redcriminal7032]

@@xLionsxxSmithyx Huh? Content Creators usually drop a review days before or day of. What are you on about?

[@D3usEX.]

​@@redcriminal7032 Those are exactly the reviewers you should avoid listening to. They get review codes early and are mostly shills, who are afraid of losing access.

[@redcriminal7032]

@@D3usEX. Yeah it’s not like Shills didn’t have to work and grind their channel to receive a code😂.

[@ichigozangetsugrimmjozgqp9439]

So like reviews that are it’s really bad and shouldn’t be played or more neutral reviews

[@blackhawk647]

Honestly, it looks like Mass Effect and Dragon Age had a love child, and I’m here for it. Still not sold on the look(especially the Qunari), but I’m still excited to dive back into Thedas.

[@Stszelec01]

@@blackhawk647 well you're not wrong check on which games main writer of veilguard worked on

[@sofajockeyUK]

Astute. 'Fantasy Mass Effect 2'. I'd say that's a good thing.

[@prastagus3]

I'll get it on deep sale

[@dizzyduk]

Combat is what's driving me towards this game. Can't wait for the release!

[@mythicgrim]

I really really want this game to succeed. I've been a fan of Dragon Age since I was a child and want more in the future so here's hoping!

[@NIGHTWINGEX]

@@mythicgrim same

[@pbking442]

I actually want it to fail. Development companies need to learn that going against what their fan base wants has consequences.

[@avallachs]

@@pbking442 you realise that bioware is in no position for this to fail, right? if this fails bioware most likely will be shut down. then there will never be a dragon age in the future with features "their fan base wants". be careful what you wish for.

[@allenm00]

I want Bioware to fail.

[@IBCollection]

​@@pbking442 you do know Dragon Age has a very wide dedicated fan base with various wants and likes. There are those people who loved origins and can't get over them and there are also people who love DA2 and just endure the Origin gameplay. The very reason why they change the gameplay slowly to incorporate hack and slash elements is to get more players to play.

[@irand0m0nium]

I can’t wait! I have been replaying all of the dragon age games to prep for this game.

[@urbanpredatorgaming3652]

Really looking foward to this, despite the changes dragon age will allways have a place in my Heart!

[@TonyWallaceEryk_Stormbright]

I've been waiting for the next DA for so long, can hardly wait for it to come out

[@stelos4]

Definitely looking forward to play DragonAge after so long

[@aries148]

Yes… I’m nervous about how much I will like it but I will play day one.

[@chexitout]

Cant wait to get it... big fan of the series and this one looks fantastic. 😊

[@Chris-ne9vv]

Been absolutely hooked on this world since DA: Origins. Not sure what to expect a whopping decade after Inquisition, but here’s to hoping BioWare is on the way back to peak RPG experiences!

[@SeanLutherBanks]

Excited for this game, be your own judge. Don’t let the media ruin your fun if you’re a DA fan. Spellblade best mage btw!!

[@FoxSinBan-54682]

def wanna do Spellblade but i feel like with the parties I wanna run, Rogues might have more synergy

[@Keram-io8hv]

Arcane Warrior was best mage once

[@arphayas2826]

Actually im tempted to go Reaper Warrior

[@FoxSinBan-54682]

@@arphayas2826 Reaper admittedly looks really cool, but im having a hard enough time deciding that the first playthrough has to be either rogue or mage lol

[@ninzard]

I like most of what I see of this game, but I'm simultaneously also really hoping there's a lot of gas they've kept under wraps behind the preview footage veil. I expect I'll atleast enjoy it but I want Bioware to really deliver on this one.

[@Tekhelet75]

I am pretty sure they kept a lot under wraps. All those trolls on KZbin that shit on this game are trying to get people not to buy it. Play what you want.

[@Xyrm]

Excited for this game, let’s go!

[@Theshrimpcicle]

The havoc that will ensue with TWO reckless Qunari running around. Taash about to be my partner in crime!

[@scannjer]

I've only played DAI previously and was the best 200 hours I've ever played in a game! If Veilguard is close enough to that, or better then DAI (at least the combat is by the look of it)! Fun times coming 😎

[@rohilnagar6991]

and the story is a direct continuation.solas and the elven gods

[@spencev1765]

⁠@@rohilnagar6991a direct continuation where you get to import three choices, womp womp

[@JuanDoe193]

Great video! I'm so excited for the game I can't wait

[@dlbarnes]

We will have to see the reviews but I am not too optimistic about it

[@lucasmerli263]

My advice is for you to apply a filter on the reviews. Some will be well done and based, some will be pure shit.

[@ryanrich7133]

Imagine waiting for reviews instead of making the decision yourself

[@dlbarnes]

@@lucasmerli263 facts

[@imanv8355]

@@ryanrich7133 2 hours isn't enough to make a decision, but you wouldn't know that.

[@AndE667]

@@ryanrich7133 Imagine not wanting to waste your money...

[@svenknaepen9780]

Can't wait actually i am seeing this video! I hope i can play this on playstation with my son. Love from Belgium ❤

[@we3ley]

Wasnt hyped about this, but does slowly look better each time

[@aliomar2912]

I am so glad this game has multiple saves. I don't get why dragon dogma avoided this, then added it later. Super weird.

[@collapsiblechair9112]

one save in Dragon's Dogma 2 made sense as your character could be any class, and appearance could be changed at any time, the game was meant to be played over and over again. You couldn't ruin your game so only one save was needed. But obviously people were annoyed and confused so Capcom compromised. Now there are millions of abandoned pawns from thousands of saved games.

[@xLionsxxSmithyx]

@@collapsiblechair9112 I'm still confused as to why people needed more than 1 save in the first place. 1😅

[@5lim.0]

@@xLionsxxSmithyxso you could try out different decisions in quests without waiting for a new play through

[@kevinlist3330]

@5lim.0 what different decisions in games can you think of right now you need multiple saves for?

[@iamnumber4ization]

@@aliomar2912 ??? There’s another save slot in dd2?

[@heqitao]

I've been excited about this for a while, but some of the negative things on the internet are making me worry about the finished product. Your video has me back to semi-hyped again. Thx for all the work man.

[@Tekhelet75]

Those are trolls on KZbin. Everyone also shit on Dragon’s Dogma 2 but it turned out to be a very good game.

[@heqitao]

@@Tekhelet75 Thx for the reply. The new emphasis on combat, but no ability to control your companions; the de-emphasis on story (what made the last Dragon Age so replayable); the lack of an open world. These aspects do give me reason for concern. Hopefully the game will be good even if it's not exactly what many of us wanted it to be. Enjoy your gaming brother!

[@brynnwilson2450]

@@heqitao de-emphasis on story? where are you getting that idea? it’s probably going to be way more story focused than Inquisition. they’ve said they got rid of a lot of the bloat, so the side quests should have more story involvement.

[@heqitao]

​@@brynnwilson2450 Khraze literally talks about it in the first part of the video 2:23. Less RPG elements. I have seen other content creators lament the change also. Don't shoot the messenger man.

[@brynnwilson2450]

@@heqitao he means you don’t get the tactical combat menu, nothing about story. there’s still the command wheel to assess the battlefield and give your companions commands like Mass Effect, but no top down view or ability to directly control your companions. so it’s definitely less crpg feeling but will still be very story focused

[@H4ving4L4ugh]

I can’t wait to play Veilguard! I’ve played all the DA games (multiple times 😅) and cannot wait to jump back into Thedas!

[@mojorae5439]

I'm actually really excited for this, been waiting 10 years!

[@verdantbabble5498]

I'll definitely be waiting to order after reviews. This looks good, but so did Outlaws, so you never know. Remember too if you buy on Steam you're just leasing it. GOG actually sells you the game.

[@TitanGT66]

Outlaws never looked good imo

[@tokamnich4709]

Just wait for actual reviews. Don't listen to the bought ones. We all know the ones that went to the preview had a free ride and all of them said "i was worried about blah blah... but I was wrong, it's great" Yeah your work requires u to get access and you have to say certain things to not get a bad name.... paid off

[@SunwishMaximal]

i could say without looking that gameplay would be better than all of dragon age games ever. it was never a concern. story, characters, tech state on the other hand.. especially after andromeda

[@r.e.z9428]

@@SunwishMaximal The U.I is atrocious as well, but I’m glad someone else is caring about the writing and character depth. Which considering who’s writing it, doesn’t bode well for the game. Bioware has been “drinking the checkbox kool-aid” so expect Netflix Witcher quality level writing.

[@EnidArt21]

All classes look really fun so far, the replayability better be good cos I wanna try all of them.

[@sayurioffenborn4960]

This is DA and you have 6 factions. I have planned 4 runs at the moment. So yes i 100% sure we will have replayability.

[@LadyDaya171]

I played DAO 15 years ago and fell in love with the franchise! I can't wait to play this, so i would like to enter the giveaway! 💜 Thank you for this opportunity!

[@GingerRanger1329]

I remember playing Origins back when it originally came out (I was a Senior in HS to date myself). Never really played games before besides things like Spyro and Pokemon. Origins was revolutionary for me. I've sunk several thousand hours into each Dragon Age game individually (I know Inquisition sat around 2k on pc but I started playing it on the ps4). I wanted to get every single bit of lore, dialogue, interaction and secret that I could get my grubby hands on. Bioware may change what the game is but their characters will always be some of the best written in the business imo. And that's why I play these games. As long as I don't need mods to skip portions that are not fun (Origins), want to pull my hair out from slow combat (DA2), or want to run off a cliff from pointless quest bloat (DAI) I'll be incredibly happy with the outcome.

[@jsho31]

Like Shorty said in Scary Movie 2: Ima buy that shit, son.

[@APKlosky]

Already pre-ordered, and was planning to take off the 31st/1st to play for 4 days. Then I found out i needed a second knee surgery for my ACL. On the 1st. I'll get about 12 hours of Veilguard before being wrecked on pain meds...

[@sayurioffenborn4960]

All the best for your knee surgery. I hope The veilguard will give you a lot of joy.

[@AfonsoVMSP]

I'm looking forward to playing Dragon Age again! Thank you for the video 🤟🏼

[@cyberdragon1786]

This would be the first Dragon Age game for me to ever play. Looking forward to it

[@Wolfking99-x4r]

Hope you have a good time it

[@nightroadgamin]

Hope you enjoy it

[@DecimusStark]

As someone who has been a fan of this franchise since the beginning. I recommend you start with origins, and play sequentially. First off, this game takes place in a huge spoiler point in the story. And there's very good reason to see if this is a good Dragon Age first, which the fans are torn on thinking but this isn't a good starting point. Just my recommendation.

[@troysean9377]

@@DecimusStark he can just start with inquisition. the other two games looks like sht in 2024 just like witcher 1

[@sonnenblumefrau2048]

​@@DecimusStarkfirst two games didn't age well. If you want someone to be introduced to the series, I would be recommending Inquisition.

[@giuseppevittorio3782]

Thank you for the Video 😊. 10 years of waiting time for this game

[@mastergunner309]

Great video. Looking forward to your coverage of this title.

[@Kanindullahan]

So happy to have another Dragon Age game coming to be able to play!

[@designlover945]

Thanks for the optimistic video - it´s rare these days 💓

[@mauricewilks1974]

Great video, thanks for the information. Cant wait to play this.

[@dannyjasin]

Heck-Freaking-Yes with giveaways Sir. Thank you for the comprehensive video.

[@Blackraven43]

I've just finished my playthroughs of the other 3 games, can't wait for this!

[@cheeselovingbatman4264]

Thanks for the preview Khraze love your videos, you always breakdown all the info I want quickly and reliably. Looking forward to getting into this franchise.

[@emreocer4079]

Thanks for the expansive coverage

[@Cross_111]

I am looking forward to it honestly Tbh the only point i find not good at this moment is the inability to control/properly build your teammates But then i remember that i did not do it that much in inquisition anyway 😅 In origins at least it was awesome with the spell combination… Nonetheless i am open for new things - that change specifically will just not hit the taste of everybody (but which change ever does 😂 )

[@tolvald9228]

I think it can be a good game but I'm not sure it will be a good dragon age... Will have to wait and see. Also good luck for the giveaway everyone!

[@jasmin3853]

That was really informative and neutral, i really enjoyed the video! Questions: 1. Is there a rival/friend relationship option with the companions? 2. Do the companions automatically lvl up, even if you don't talk to them or bring them on missions?

[@deadexo-3]

The gameplay looks interesting, but I wish EA would just decide on a consistent artstyle... OG Darkspawn were the coolest.

[@jamarcusshakespeare6440]

Easily my most anticipated game now that I've played Dragon's Dogma 2. Super excited, oddly enough, that's it's not an open world. The combat alone seems generational.

[@StelaPop]

It looks like the gameplay is developed well, and the depth of skill trees are deep enough without being cumbersom.

[@kamil1122kab]

I can't wait for the premiere, it will be played 100%

[@cjtipton934]

Seems like some of the simplified elements of DA2 making their way back in. Could be meat, could be cake. Guess we'll find out next Thursday!

[@dtwong-w3y]

❤ your content. Always helpful, especially combat tactics. Appreciate you

[@ivanjova96ify]

i can't wait for this game!!

[@edancaine7460]

Looks crazy good, even though I’m not the most fund of a linear game I’m excited for this!

[@t.n7648]

We will see how it goes, however I feel like we are stepping away from RPG into action adventure territory which is kind of dissapointing.

[@Beldhan]

yeah, i means dragon age at the base was a rpg, already with the second they had begin to go more action... but there i feel the game lost all his identity. you can have a solid gameplay tough but if the story and rpg part is lacking it's bad. a good example was Anthem, the gameplay was solid but the rest was lackluster (for be nice)

[@angrubis]

Back to Thedas! Dragon Age Origins will forever be my comfort game that I love to boot up on cold, rainy days. Here is hoping that this one succeeds and we get more of DA in the future. Maker's blessings upon you all!

[@MrTayman32]

With the new combat system, this will be my first Dragon Age!

[@TonyMontanaDS]

Poor you! Go back and play the first 3. Stay away from this one.

[@johnfayard7336]

I'm telling you don't even bother, go watch Dragon Age Origins trailer and then go watch the Veilguard trailer. I hope this game burns in hell, it shouldn't even be titled a Dragon Age game.

[@arphayas2826]

Dont listen to the weirdos. Welcome in Thedas :D

[@bigtareec]

Mine too, but not a day one for me. Still working on Metaphor

[@QuarterQuell100]

This will be my first ever dragon age game and I’m so excited! Thanks for making this video.

[@Bertogable]

Excited for this one!

[@JimboShiesty]

I’m excited to see it flop can’t wait

[@TheFuronMothership]

​@@JimboShiestyI'm excited to watch you go into conniption fits as it puts Bioware back on the map. 🎉❤

[@JimboShiesty]

@@TheFuronMothership lmfao it definitely won’t but continue the false narrative 😂🚮 this game gonna flop idc what nobody say cause ik ima be right when that 31st hit

[@lazaruseffect_]

Can’t believe it’s been 10 years… Can’t wait to experience the story in this one

[@djkennyken]

It would be cool to win. Good day/luck to everyone

[@SugarNuts8008]

My pet squirrel is blind, and this game would be the perfect gift for his godfather's bar mitzvah.

[@DauntlessRaider]

I hope this game is actually good, cuz some of the info on this game has me worried. 🥺

[@Jay_88_]

Same I'm definitely not sold. Loved inquisition

[@JimboShiesty]

Well let me tell u something u won’t enjoy the game plus even if u do the game still gonna flop hard regardless of who buys it

[@allenhoyle3864]

Honestly looking forward to this game

[@aaronasher6660]

Going to wait for some honest reviews.

[@chrisfortner5545]

I always play mage/sorcerer in games so itll definitely be first run but the 2h warrior looks badass too and the rogue dual wield is even exciting and i never play rogues. Dang i cant wait!!

[@WillianOliveiraSales]

I really hope this game is good, I love Dragon Age and can't wait to play it. It would be even better if I win this game here 😊

[@harvardtan8986]

been playing since DA2 when i was 7, cant believe 2/3s of my life has been Dragon Age. Hoping Veilguard is going to fix prelaunch issues and really think about veteran players

[@Wintergr3y]

This is a very useful summary, thank you!

[@ILlyran]

Great preview! Can't wait to try it out!

[@Buff-Shaggy]

huge fan of the last dragon age , cant wait for this one , combat looks clean

[@iknee03]

This would be the first Dragon Age game for me to ever play. Yes with giveaways Sir.

[@SophieHein-y3e]

Ohhh, I'm so ready for this game! I would like to participate in your game giveaway. I want to enter!

[@Mythos131]

It has continually grown on me since the IGN exclusive showcase. Now it has become my most anticipated game and I'm really looking forward to it.

[@braindeadkyle5485]

Fingers crossed this is decent. Wife and I are just kinda waiting it out to see what people think.

[@shigoXIII]

Thanks for the video, I am always keen to explore a new fantasy world

[@ZeZZooo]

Love your videos ❤ Best place for gaming news and guides 👈😎👍

[@patrickdubeau2013]

I look forward to your official review

[@danielmorrison3120]

Can't wait to play!

[@larsondarcy101]

I can't afford a copy of this game and I am a huge Dragon Age fan. I have played all of the games and read countless books. Thank-you for this video, the game looks great!

[@northstar6920]

Yeah... gonna give this one a miss... you get that bag though champ.

[@banjomir519]

Thanks for letting us all know, champ! Or should I say...chum? We are soooo interested in you not playing the game!

[@northstar6920]

@@banjomir519 Just saying... he may as well be doing a "before you buy" about Forspoken.

[@oslowilde6961]

Studio will care when they lose money

[@chikoymina3524]

Absolutely love the magic and lore of Dragon Age, and Veilguard looks like it’s going to be an epic addition! The thought of stepping into that dark, mysterious world again gives me chills! Can’t wait to dive in and explore everything from the Fade to fierce battles. Fingers crossed for this giveaway.

[@rascalwindscar]

I am so excited for this game! I have been playing Dragon Age since DAI came out and have since revisited the whole series to prepare for Veilguard. Cannot wait for my Human Spellblade Davrinmancer to come to life! Thanks for this opportunity. :)

[@johnfayard7336]

After playing all other DA games how can you even care this is being released?

[@ichigozangetsugrimmjozgqp9439]

@@johnfayard7336well because I don’t give two fucks about the more negative opinions on the game stop making people feel bad for being excited

[@SunwishMaximal]

@@johnfayard7336 because for the first time in this series lifetime there isn't a shitty boring ass combat? I mean this alone makes it on par with most of the series. Arguably better, though hardcore fans could eat shit just to experience the story, so hard to say.

[@BasKon-w8w]

@@johnfayard7336and how can you even care enough to watch this whole video AND comment on it just to judge and chastise somebody who is just genuinely excited about the game, when they did not ask or care for your input? You should just stick to other games that interest you and let everyone else like what they want. Nobody else wants to be you.

[@johnfayard7336]

@BasKon-w8w I care because I'm angry, I didn't watch the video, I've seen 50+ videos and articles about a game I waited a decade for and couldn't wait to come out has been ruined and infected with garbage to push agendas. This has become a trend, and I'm sick of seeing this cancer of games that were once great. This is NOT a game for DA fans. I don't understand how any DA fan who played 3 games sees this and thinks it's a good direction and the characters weren't ruined. Have your opinions, play whatever game you want, but asking questions isn't judging and chastising. When you comment on the internet, you put yourself out there to be criticized and responded to. I was "genuinely excited for this game" and the developers chose to isolate and cater to a tiny percentage of gamers. "Stick to games that interest me?" See that's the thing, DA did interest me, until it was ruined for the "Modern Audience." You don't know me, so don't act like you do.

[@stellarhyme3]

It’s steam deck verified not steam verified. There’s a difference, games don’t need to be verified to play on Steam. They do need to be verified that they’ll work 100 percent on the steam deck.

[@OddSanity]

A part of me is excited for this game but another part is very skeptical. Definitely not pre ordering but will look forward to see how the reviews turn out

[@Wolfking99-x4r]

That’s what am doing to

[@xLionsxxSmithyx]

I'm not pre-ordering because I think the Blood dragon Cosmetics look absolutely terrible and I don't want them.

[@OddSanity]

@@xLionsxxSmithyx I feel that. Tbh I really like the look of the combat, although I know it’s not your traditional Dragon Age. Again, ima wait for the reviews and see what they have to say, and depending on that, it’ll determine if I buy it day 1

[@xLionsxxSmithyx]

@@OddSanity I'm not a huge fan of the combat tbh, reminds me too much of Dark Alliance 2021... Only getting it because the Locations look fantastic and accurate to their Lore descriptions and I've always wanted to explore them... I'm not getting it day 1 either, going to wait for some early videos so my stance may change for better or worse.

[@Dade13305]

5:35 at 38 with 2 kids. I consider myself a DADinator

[@raynouldcollins6085]

Yessss die hard fan cant wait to play hope I win

[@kadencampbell8471]

Thanks for the update just subscribed. I’m def buying this

[@Chino11ification]

This will be my first dragons age game. Pretty excited to see what this game brings 🎉

[@MetalShopGurl]

Excited for it! Do you think steam or origin would be better for it on PC? The giveaway is super nice of you, too! Good on you! 😊

[@adamhudson1382]

Great video khraze. Warriors unite!!

[@efendi_enjoyer69]

Thx for the summary! I cant wait to play DAV, hopefully with your giveawayed game :D

[@sportislife4012]

This looks great to me- yup different art style but i am excited to play for sure - i still believe in bioware

[@IBCollection]

I am a super fan of Dragon Age and its lore. I actually just play it for the story and I am just happy enough they write books, comics, and a netflix show as an extra. I love how in every game it seems like to be a different game overall -- different genre and art style. I didn't expect myself to finish Origin when it came out in 2009 because slow gameplay of CRPG like DNDs bore me but I did finish it because the narrative was great and the conversations you get with your companions are gold. RTS games have a faster progression lol. Didn't like Dragon Age 2 that much because it was just Kirkwall but the fast paced battle and story was redeeming enough. Inquisition was too exhaustive as a game and took me more time to finish. So many codex, so much fun. It's beautiful in terms of landscape and art direction -- visually stunning at that time. It gave me an idea of what southern Thedas looked liked visually. DLCs were worth it imo. I have not geeked out in a lore since the movies LOTR came out. Bioware really did a great job writing this one. Hoping they wrote this game as impressive as the last 3 ones. Don't want it to end like WOW.

[@Audrey88451]

Cant wait to play!

[@Tylam11]

Oh it’s coming out that soon hell yeah!

[@xIDSxGenocide]

With the month I'm having this would definitely help

[@militaryarchive4840]

Thanks for the video. Liked and subscribed👍

[@ShadowDrakk]

Player to npc: Where’s the armour shop? Npc: Next to the gender mutilation clinic

[@danielk.2733]

I really hope veilguard will live up to the name, i want it to be good so bad

[@AstroKing786]

Cheers mate

[@IceguardTV]

Waiting for further reviews before potentially buying, but a free copy is welcome :)