Game Editions & DLC Overview
Dragon Age: Inquisition was released in several editions, each offering different bonus content and access to downloadable content (DLC). Understanding these editions and the available DLC is important for players looking to experience the full breadth of the game's content and narrative. The base game itself is a massive undertaking, but the DLC expansions add significant story content, new areas, and gameplay mechanics.
The standard edition of Dragon Age: Inquisition includes the base game. However, various special editions were released, often bundled with digital extras or physical collectibles. These could include:
- Digital Deluxe Edition: Typically includes the base game plus digital items like the Skyhold Throne, Red Lyrium Dragon Age: Inquisition weapons, and the Dragon Age: Inquisition armor.
- Collector's Edition: Often featured physical items such as a premium box, a journal, a map, a quill, and a ring, in addition to the digital bonuses found in the Deluxe Edition.
The game has received several major DLC expansions that significantly expand the story and gameplay:
- Jaws of Hakkon: This DLC takes players to a new region, the Frostback Mountains, where they must uncover the fate of the last Avvar Hakkon. It introduces new enemies, lore, and a challenging boss fight.
- The Descent: This expansion delves deep into the Deep Roads, focusing on the mysteries surrounding the earthquakes plaguing the region and the ancient dwarven lore connected to them. It introduces new enemies, environmental hazards, and a unique narrative arc.
- Trespasser: The final story DLC, set after the events of the main game, Trespasser deals with the political fallout of the Inquisition's actions and the future of Thedas. It features new areas, challenging combat encounters, and significant narrative choices that impact the ending.
In addition to these major expansions, there have been smaller DLC packs that offer additional items, mounts, or cosmetic changes. These are often included in higher-tier editions or available for separate purchase.
DLC Content Summary:
| DLC Name | Focus | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Jaws of Hakkon | Avvar culture, ancient history | New region, new enemies, boss fight, lore |
| The Descent | Deep Roads, dwarven lore, earthquakes | New areas, environmental hazards, unique narrative |
| Trespasser | Post-game story, political intrigue | New areas, challenging combat, significant choices |
Players are encouraged to experience the DLC content to gain a more complete understanding of the Dragon Age universe and the consequences of the Inquisition's actions.