Is it just me, or do the newly revealed companions of Dragon Age: The Veilguard look like they're in a hero shooter?

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After so long with nothing but vague teasers, it's a relief to finally see something substantial of long-awaited sequel Dragon Age: The Veilguard , even if it is just a CG trailer. But I'm not sure that the vibes are quite right here.showcase, the trailer wisely puts the focus on the new characters, introducing all seven of the sequel's playable companions in a quickfire barrage.

Scout Harding, meanwhile, is making the move the other way, promoted from NPC in Inquisition to full-fledged companion. Though I can't say she made a huge impression on me in the last game, her chirpy personality certainly makes her likeable enough—I can see her working in the role. From there, we're barraged with new heroes and their intriguing titles, from Neve the Detective to Bellara the Veil Jumper to Emmrich the Necromancer to Taash the Dragon Hunter. It seems like a nice mix of aesthetics and archetypes, all certainly with enough potential to be cool RPG pals.

As each is revealed and strikes their poses, however, the thought on my mind isn't"I can't wait to adventure with/romance this lot", it's"Why does this look like a hero shooter?". From the oddly clean, cartoonish art style to the freeze frame title cards to the more exaggerated silhouettes, these companions look more ready for a battle pass than an epic quest or a heartfelt romance.

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