Dragon Age: Origins excels in what I look for in an RPG: A well-written story Consequential story choices Interactive companions with character arcs Meaningful tension between characters and factions To me, stories are character-driven. Well-written companions with internal and external struggles make the journey worth it. Character highlights are Alistair, Morrigan, Leliana, and Shale. The range of choices and backgrounds even allows the player character to feel meaningful and developed, which is something that many RPGs struggle with.
