Batman: Arkham Origins vs Dragon Age: Origins

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City's most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, players witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged between the iconic hero, police forces, and future supervillains. Utilizing signature combat mechanics, stealth gameplay, and detective investigation tools, players must navigate a snowy, crime-ridden open world on Christmas Eve while a massive bounty is placed on the Caped Crusader's head by Black Mask.

Dragon Age: Origins is a role-playing game set in the fantasy world of Ferelden. Players take on the role of a Grey Warden, tasked with uniting the people of Ferelden against the Darkspawn threat. The game features a rich story with engaging characters, extensive character customization, and a large open world to explore.

• Engaging and cinematic prequel storyline with strong voice acting
• Expanded open-world Gotham City with atmospheric holiday setting
• Familiar yet refined free-flow combat mechanics that remain satisfying
• Includes an online multiplayer mode unique to the series

• Recycles many assets and design elements from previous Arkham titles
• Launch versions suffered from notable technical bugs and glitches
• Boss fights can feel repetitive or overly scripted at times