BioWare Loses 'Dragon Age' Director

While initial reports suggested the closure of BioWare Edmonton and the departure of Dragon Age: The Veilguard's game director, Corinne Boucher, the situation remains somewhat unclear. While Boucher's departure from BioWare in the coming weeks is confirmed by Eurogamer, citing sources, the studio's closure remains speculative. Boucher, an 18-year EA veteran with extensive experience on The Sims, will be missed.

The reception of The Veilguard itself has been mixed. Some hail it as a triumphant return to form for BioWare, a modern masterpiece, while others, such as VGC, view it as a competent but ultimately unremarkable RPG, lacking innovation. Despite this divergence of opinion, Metacritic currently shows no overwhelmingly negative reviews. Many reviewers praise the engaging and challenging gameplay, particularly at higher difficulty settings. However, the gameplay's perceived adherence to older mechanics has drawn criticism for its lack of originality. The game's overall success, however, is undeniable.