The director of the latest Dragon Age leaves BioWare

Goodbye with the heart, for with the soul I cannot

January 21, 2025
Updated: January 21, 2025 at 12:15 AM

Something dies in the soul when a friend leaves. In this case, it is Corinne Busche, the director of the game Dragon Age: The Veilguard, who has left BioWare after almost two decades at the company. Her departure marks a turning point in the recent history of the developer, which has faced a good number of challenges with the launch of this new title. Busche joined EA in 2006 and moved to BioWare in 2019, becoming the game director in 2022. One would expect her to retire there.

There Are No More Dragons

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has received mixed reviews, with a score of 79 from critics, and has been considered inferior to previous installments like Dragon Age: Inquisition and Dragon Age: Origins. In fact, and as is often the case in this fragmented society we live in, the game has been the subject of heated debate among fans, some of whom consider it “bland” while others, unfortunately, express increasingly lamentable racism in the 21st century. This reception has sparked reflections on the creative direction and evolution of the Dragon Age world.

Although there are rumors about the possible closure of BioWare Edmonton, it has been confirmed that the company will not face issues due to Busche’s departure. According to various sources, his departure is not related to the commercial performance of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, suggesting that the reasons behind his decision might be more personal or strategic. The game, which had a long and problematic development phase over a decade, has faced multiple changes in its approach, including the removal of live service elements. Fortunately.

Despite the setbacks, Busche leaves behind a product that, although it did not meet the expected standards of the series, is not considered a complete failure either. The challenges faced during its development have been significant, and the gaming community remains divided about the future of the franchise. Busche’s departure could open new opportunities for the BioWare team and the future of the Dragon Age universe. Make no mistake: sooner or later, one way or another, we will return to this franchise. They won’t let it slip away so easily!