Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: Inquisition

Game Progress Route

Follow this recommended game progress route for Dragon Age: Inquisition. Balance main quests, side content, and exploration for an optimal playthrough.

Game Progress Route

Navigating the expansive world of Dragon Age: Inquisition can be daunting, with numerous quests, regions, and story arcs to pursue. A well-planned progress route can help ensure you don't miss crucial content, efficiently gather resources, and experience the narrative in a cohesive manner. This guide outlines a recommended progression path, balancing main story objectives with essential side content.

The game is structured around key story milestones that unlock new areas and operations. While there's freedom to explore, certain sequences are best tackled in a particular order to maximize your character's power, your Inquisition's influence, and your understanding of the unfolding events. This route prioritizes a balanced approach, ensuring you are adequately prepared for the challenges ahead.

Early Game (Haven & Hinterlands)

  1. Prologue: The Shattered Mirror: Begin the game and complete the introductory sequence.
  2. Main Quest: The Wrath of Heaven: Follow the initial main story quests in Haven.
  3. The Hinterlands: This is your first major open-world area. Focus on:
    • Completing the main questline in the Hinterlands (e.g., sealing the rift, recruiting allies).
    • Clearing enemy camps and gathering Power.
    • Completing companion quests for early companions (e.g., Cassandra, Varric, Solas).
    • Gathering crafting materials and completing Requisitions to boost Inquisition Power.
  4. Return to Haven: After significant progress in the Hinterlands, you'll return to Haven for story developments.

Mid Game (Storm Coast, Crestwood, Western Approach, Emerald Graves)

  1. Storm Coast: Explore this coastal region, focusing on its main quests and clearing enemy camps.
  2. Crestwood: Deal with the flooding and the threats within this area. Complete its main questline and gather resources.
  3. Western Approach: Engage with the conflict between the Venatori and Red Templars. Complete its main story objectives and any significant side quests.
  4. Emerald Graves: This large region offers numerous quests and challenges. Prioritize clearing enemy camps and completing War Table operations related to the area.
  5. Companion Quests: Continue to pursue the personal quests of your companions as they become available. These often unlock crucial abilities and deepen their loyalty.
  6. War Table Operations: Regularly check the War Table for new operations. Prioritize those that grant Power, influence, or unlock new regions.

Late Game (Emprise du Lion, Hissing Wastes, Cradle of Chaos)

  1. Emprise du Lion: A challenging region with a focus on combat and resource acquisition.
  2. Hissing Wastes: Explore this desert region and complete its objectives.
  3. Cradle of Chaos: Progress through the main story, which will lead you to this climactic area.
  4. The Fade: The questline involving the Fade is a critical part of the main story.
  5. Final Confrontation: Prepare for and undertake the final main story quests.

DLC Integration

DLCs like 'Jaws of Hakkon,' 'The Descent,' and 'Trespasser' can be integrated into your playthrough. 'Jaws of Hakkon' and 'The Descent' can often be tackled during the mid-to-late game, while 'Trespasser' serves as an epilogue and should be played after completing the main story.

This route provides a solid framework, but feel free to deviate based on your preferences. The most important aspect is to engage with the world, your companions, and the choices presented to you.