Art direction is a powerful tool for defining a game's identity, and Cyberpunk 2077 has set a strong foundation with its neon-soaked, gritty realism. Yet, as Dragon Age: The Veilguard demonstrates, theres value in taking bold aesthetic steps that defy traditional visuals.

The Veilguard is a game about choice and consequence. One of the decisions that has the most immediate impact happens at the beginning of the game’s final quest. The effect this decision has on the remainder of the game and,