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[Archmage Silver]

@ Yovaneth

We ensure the accents are authentic by having people do the voice acting who actually possess those accents. Then they can focus on the acting and not the accent.

The vast majority of the accents in DAO are authentic.

Dragon Age 2 is moving across Europe, giving fans the opportunity to preview the game and see Hawke in action! We'll be at game conventions this Fall, so if you're in any of these areas, be sure to stop by and check out the game!

Oct 2-3 ? Amsterdam, Netherlands: First Look Event
Oct 1 -3 ? London, England: Eurogamer Expo Event
Oct 7-10 ? Madrid, Spain: GAMEFEST
Oct 26 - Nov 1 ? Paris, France: Paris Games Week
Oct 29 ?Nov 1 ? Lucca, Italy: Lucca Comics 2010
Nov 4-7 ? Stockholm, Sweden: GAMEX
Nov 5-7 ? Helsinki, Finland: DigiExpo

UPDATE: More appearances have been added!

Oct. 15: Copernicon, Torun, Poland
Nov 3-6: Igromir, Moscow, Russia

Hm... I could go to that Helsinki preview. In any case, if any of you visit one of those conventions, make sure to post back!

Screens:

Well, the landscape isn't all brown...

Hawke preparing to fight a Qunari officer:

Aveline:

Darkspawn close-up:

Flemeth:

[WeeRLegion]

So. the Qunari really walk around with bare chests and painted baskets on their shoulders... No wonder their invasions never made it that far. .p

[Archmage Silver]

Hey, let's face it, Darkspawn with a tainted dragon didn't get that far either...

[WeeRLegion]

Really hate the way they've been saving polygons on the plate armors though. .p

Seriously, those chestplates look like they're designed to catch falling breadcrumbs and spilt drinks rather than deflect swords...

[Darziak]

Hrmm which one is more intimidating?

[WeeRLegion]

Hooray for the attack of the Desiccated Albino Lady Gaga fans. xP

[Archmage Silver]

Hrmm which one is more intimidating?

Yeah, I don't know what they were thinking to change the Origins Darkspawn like that...

Well, that's the first mod idea for DA II then! Restored Origins Darkspawn, also known as R.O.D.

[Solar's Harper]

Mmm... I wouldn't say the polygons are all bad, although it still shows which is odd. My guess that's just them trying to cut off the possibility of being way too high end for the general crowd, which considering that's a normal thing for Bioware I wouldn't say is anything unexpected - or bad. We'll know soon enough how it differs to the technology of the first game.

Still doesn't change how silly some things look though; I could almost swear I see JRPG written all over these outfits... nevermind the stances.

Well, that's the first mod idea for DA II then! Restored Origins Darkspawn, also known as R.O.D.

When you think about it, titles of similar nature could've very well been created for the first game as well. Considering the way they marketed the whole series, themes and everything, it's kinda been in the asking for it too.

[Darziak]

I think the thing that bugs me the most is the teeth.

DA:o Darkspawn - I rip yer to shreads with my teeth!

DA2 Darkspawn - I chew my food and brush daily!

[Archmage Silver]

Dragon Age II BioWare Signature Edition

Limited Time Offer ? get $20 of bonus content at NO ADDITIONAL COST! Pre-order Dragon Age II before January 11, 2011 and receive an automatic upgrade to the BioWare Signature Edition?a special, collector's edition version of the game that contains loads of additional content, exclusives, and other perks. This special edition version of Dragon Age II is only available before January 11, so pre-order now!

Contains the full version of Dragon Age II plus $20 of additional content including:

• A download code for a bonus playable character and missions
  
• Downloadable game soundtrack
  
• Exclusive in-game digital armory featuring multiple weapons
  
• Additional downloadable items

Check the Signature Edition FAQ for more details.

[AMS: Quoted it below]

1. If I already Pre-ordered Dragon Age 2, will I be upgraded to the BioWare Signature Edition?

YES! Anyone who has previously pre-ordered with the retailers listed below should be included in this offer, but ultimately this is up to the retailers, so please check with them directly.

2. What retailers will be offering the BioWare Signature Edition?

The Dragon Age II BioWare Signature will be available at Gamestop, Amazon, Electronics Boutique, and the EA store on October 14th. Other retailers will be following suit and we will offer an updated list at a later time.

3. Will the BioWare Signature Edition be available in Europe and other regions?

Yes! In Europe, the BioWare Signature Edition will be available in the following territories

[AMS: South Africa, NZ and Oz are now officially part of Europe!]

• UK
  
• France
  
• Russia
  
• Italy
  
• Germany
  
• Poland
  
• Spain
  
• Hungary
  
• Slovakia
  
• Czech Republic
  
• South Africa
  
• Sweden
  
• Denmark
  
• Norway
  
• Finland
  
• New Zealand
  
• Australia

4. How long will the BioWare Signature Edition be available?

The BioWare Signature Edition will be available until January 11th, 2011. After that date, you can no longer order the BioWare Signature Edition of Dragon Age II.

5. How do I ensure I get the BioWare Signature Edition?

Pre-order Dragon Age II at one of the participating retailers listed above before January 11th, 2011 and you will be automatically upgraded to the BioWare Signature Edition.

6. Will I be able to get the BioWare Signature Edition after January 12th, 2011?

No. The only way you can get the BioWare Signature Edition is by pre-ordering Dragon Age II on or before January 11, 2011. After that, the BioWare Signature Edition will no longer be available.

7. What content is included in the BioWare Signature Edition of Dragon Age II?

The Dragon Age II BioWare Signature Edition includes the full version of Dragon Age II plus an additional $20 worth of bonus content that includes:

• A downloadable bonus playable character and missions
  
• Downloadable game soundtrack
  
• Downloadable in-game items including the digital armory that will feature a special weapon for each of your character classes

8. This seems too good to be true, what's the catch?

No catch, we just want to reward our most loyal fans and present them with this special version as a "thank you" for being an early adopter.

[Archmage Silver]

Ok, so that post is lengthy... now I'm just left wondering if I should get this or whether there's a Collector's Edition on the way? Hm.

Aha, found the answer! (All dev posts can be read here.)

As I have said, we are updating our page with retailers as we get confirmation from the retailers that their pre-order page is ready. Just because you do not see your favorite store or country listed does not mean it is excluded. It just means we haven't updated the page yet. Check with yur local preferred retailer or online vendor to be sure.

Oh and:

THIS IS THE COLLECTOR's EDITION

After January 11, 2011 people will still be able to buy Dragon Age 2, but it will be a standard copy without all the cool free stuff included in the Signature Edition.

So get to ordering.

Edited by Archmage Silver, 14 October 2010 - 02:05 PM.

[Archmage Silver]

News:
World Update: Lowtown @ BioWare
Dragon Age II: Lowtown @ Grey Wardens
Dragon Age II: BioWare Signature Edition @ Dragon Age Wiki

[Eleima]

I have to admit, I caved and preordered a signature version... You have to say, it does look rather fetching and all those cool bonuses look pretty sweet (like the soundtrack, for instance... ).
Also, it would seem that Europe has now been redefined to mean "everything outside the United States of America".

Edited by Eleima, 16 October 2010 - 04:10 AM.

[Archmage Silver]

I have to admit, I caved and preordered a signature version... You have to say, it does look rather fetching and all those cool bonuses look pretty sweet (like the soundtrack, for instance... ).
Also, it would seem that Europe has now been redefined to mean "everything outside the United States of America".

I pre-ordered one as well, only cost me 36.40? (incl. shipping) - not bad for a Collector's Edition.

Or NA, BioWare is Canadian after all.

[Cal Jones]

Urr...I normally hold out a month or two to get the game cheaper. But I may just have to get this.
In fact I might have to get Fallout New Vegas next week because I've run out of stuff to play.

[vilkacis]

Damn, this looks awful! Better make sure they buy it quick, before the reviews come out!

How about you give me something more than a handful of crummy alpha screenshots before you come begging for my money, Bioware? How about even a single official trailer that uses in-game footage? ...How about cutting all ties with EA? No?

Well, I hear The Witcher 2 is looking pretty good right now...

[Eleima]

Also, it would seem that Europe has now been redefined to mean "everything outside the United States of America".

I pre-ordered one as well, only cost me 36.40? (incl. shipping) - not bad for a Collector's Edition.
Or NA, BioWare is Canadian after all.

Don't you know that "United States of America" has been redefined to include 51 states, Canada being the 51st!! (I'm kinda half serious though, we didn't even have to punch in an international code when we wanted to call Canada from the US)
Mine was pretty cheap too, only 37 pounds, which is 43? with today's rate. Not too bad for a Collector's Edition, even if it is more expensive than yours, but I don't want to preorder a French one...

Damn, this looks awful! Better make sure they buy it quick, before the reviews come out!

How about you give me something more than a handful of crummy alpha screenshots before you come begging for my money, Bioware? How about even a single official trailer that uses in-game footage? ...How about cutting all ties with EA? No?

Honestly, I'm willing to give BioWare the benefit of the doubt. I'm willing to bet that those screenshot are raw graphics, that they haven't been reworked just yet, and that DA2 will look as good as DA:O. At least, I'm willing to hope.

[WeeRLegion]

I'm trusting them to fix the technical aspects of the graphics... They did say they were going to upgrade things. But that style. Blech. xP

DAO graphics were all about drawing inspiration from history and such, trying to bring some suspension of disbelief with a hint of realism. But this, this is just 'O hey, feck it, let's just hang some cast iron saucepans and dead minks on 'em and call it a day'. o_o

I do trust them enough not to mess up the story or characters, so yeah, I'll prolly get the game, maybe even pre order, but still... I don't get what the hell they've gotten into their heads with the graphics here. xP

[Archmage Silver]

News:
Preview @ Game Dynamo

Don't you know that "United States of America" has been redefined to include 51 states, Canada being the 51st!! (I'm kinda half serious though, we didn't even have to punch in an international code when we wanted to call Canada from the US)
Mine was pretty cheap too, only 37 pounds, which is 43? with today's rate. Not too bad for a Collector's Edition, even if it is more expensive than yours, but I don't want to preorder a French one...

I guess you could also say that the UK makes 52.

ShopTo.Net has the Signature Edition going for 27.85£ + 2.50£ for first class international delivery. That's even cheaper (well, a bit anyway) than my retailer here in Finland, but I thought to play safe with the delivery times. I suppose they'd deliver pretty quickly to France though.

I'm trusting them to fix the technical aspects of the graphics... They did say they were going to upgrade things. But that style. Blech. xP

DAO graphics were all about drawing inspiration from history and such, trying to bring some suspension of disbelief with a hint of realism. But this, this is just 'O hey, feck it, let's just hang some cast iron saucepans and dead minks on 'em and call it a day'. o_o

I do trust them enough not to mess up the story or characters, so yeah, I'll prolly get the game, maybe even pre order, but still... I don't get what the hell they've gotten into their heads with the graphics here. xP

Hey, I made some Final Fantasy references earlier...

Verkkokauppa.com has the Åland-based pre-order going for 36.40? (incl. shipping) if you decide to pre-order.

[WeeRLegion]

Oh, thats nice, thanks. Didn't catch anything there a few days back, and since they're not listed on Biow site I thought they didn't have it (though I guess it should be kinda obvious they won't list every damn local shop xP ).