Fans of the Dragon Age series might finally have a clue about the release date for the upcoming installment, Dragon Age: The Veilguard. A recent leak suggests that the game could be hitting the shelves on October 29, a revelation that has excited many awaiting the next adventure in Thedas.
The Leak and Its Origins
The potential release date leak originated from Dark Horse’s webpages for “The Art of Dragon Age: The Veilguard,” which listed an October 30 release date for both the regular and deluxe editions of the art book. The pages were quickly removed, but the date provided enough fuel for speculation. Historically, Dragon Age games have not typically released on Wednesdays, leading to further conjecture that the game might actually release a day earlier, on Tuesday, October 29.
Insider Insights and Historical Context
Known insider Jeff Grubb has been closely following the development of Dragon Age: The Veilguard. He recently mentioned that October was the target release month for the game. Although he acknowledged that plans could have changed, the recent leak seems to align with his earlier statements.
Historical Release Dates of Dragon Age Games
- Dragon Age: Origins – November 3, 2009 (Tuesday)
- Dragon Age 2 – March 8, 2011 (Tuesday)
- Dragon Age: Inquisition – November 18, 2014 (Tuesday)
The pattern of Tuesday releases adds weight to the speculation that Dragon Age: The Veilguard could release on October 29.
Release Date Speculation and Fan Reactions
While fans should take this information with a grain of salt until BioWare officially confirms the release date, the leak seems credible. The simultaneous release of a game and its art book is not unprecedented, as seen with Dragon Age: Inquisition in 2014. However, it is not a requirement, and the game could release weeks before the art book.
Factors to Consider
- Industry Norms: Most major game releases happen on Tuesdays or Fridays.
- Precedent: Both Dragon Age: Inquisition and its art book released on the same day.
- Speculation Validity: Jeff Grubb’s comments and the Dark Horse leak point towards an October release.
Final Thoughts
Although the exact release date of Dragon Age: The Veilguard remains unconfirmed, the combination of insider information, historical release patterns, and the recent leak suggests that October 29 is a strong possibility. Fans eagerly await an official announcement from BioWare, but it seems likely that they will soon be embarking on another epic journey through Thedas. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.
