Dragon Age: Origins - Witch Hunt

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5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 109 Ratings

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  1. Broyax
    Nov 29, 2021
    3
    Un DLC très court mais qui suscite la curiosité puisqu’il s’agit de retrouver l’un des personnages les plus énigmatiques du jeu principal : ma sorcière bien aimée, Morrigan…! cynique, pas toujours très gentille, volontiers revêche… mais avec un coeur d’artichaut que l’on devine, bien caché dans cette forte personnalité.

    Car il n’y a pas à dire ou plutôt beaucoup à dire : Morrigan    Un DLC très court mais qui suscite la curiosité puisqu’il s’agit de retrouver l’un des personnages les plus énigmatiques du jeu principal : ma sorcière bien aimée, Morrigan…! cynique, pas toujours très gentille, volontiers revêche… mais avec un coeur d’artichaut que l’on devine, bien caché dans cette forte personnalité.

    Car il n’y a pas à dire ou plutôt beaucoup à dire : Morrigan fascine ! on reste néanmoins sur sa faim (oui, c’est décidément trop court) et les réponses apportées à la toute fin ne sont certainement pas satisfaisantes. Mais que complote donc encore cette maudite sorcière…?!

    Pour autant, c’est bien sûr une joie de la retrouver et par ailleurs, deux nouveaux personnages assez amusants… ou décalés font leur apparition. On a cependant à peine le temps de les connaître… que c’est déjà fini. Un DLC très dispensable donc… qui aurait dû être gratuit mais qu’ils ont vendu quand même parce que chez EA/Bioware, on ne respecte pas vraiment les joueurs…!    … Expand
  2. BreezyEzy
    Oct 23, 2019
    8
    The Grand conclusion of a great game that puts the final point in the history of Grey Warden. The only drawback is that the DLC takes place in 30 minutes.
  3. Tomle1202
    Feb 3, 2019
    5
    Witch Hunt's lazily recycled assets, poorly-written stories and meaninglessly unsatisfying ending fail miserably to even justify its own existence as a DLC.
  4. Orctownorc
    Aug 24, 2013
    5
    How could the once great Bioware produce game that were suddenly getting blasted with red review scores? It all seemed to start soon after they were sucked into the 'Evil Empire, EA. They started to add something to their games called DLC. Presumably these letters stand for 'Done Like Crap'. Because they sure were. Almost every bit of DLC for Dragon Age and Mass Effect was a rip-off plainHow could the once great Bioware produce game that were suddenly getting blasted with red review scores? It all seemed to start soon after they were sucked into the 'Evil Empire, EA. They started to add something to their games called DLC. Presumably these letters stand for 'Done Like Crap'. Because they sure were. Almost every bit of DLC for Dragon Age and Mass Effect was a rip-off plain and simple. Some of it offered overpowered items. Some of it offered a couple of hours of game time. None of it evolved the game in question. For Dragon Age, a largely plot driven game, the DLC was lamentably bad. Please remember that in my new scoring system 5/10 0/10 in the old reckoning. Let's hope if Bioware continues with DLC in the future they eventually learn to make it worthwhile for the PLAYERS, not just a way of ripping-off their customers.

    THE GROT REVIEW CRITERIA: After a long time writing reviews like an anus, think its time to set a few bad habits straight: Stop insulting designers. Show some respect for the design process and getting games in circulation. Hence (1) No Red scores. (2) Game scores as follows: Bad Game 5/10. Poor Game 6/10. Mediocre Game: 7/10. Good Game 8/10. Great game 9/10. Stella Game 10/10. To get 10/10 it must be a game that can be (theoretically) play-able for 1000+ hours. Not only great but near endless fun. Games may be bad or poor but making them should earn respect. Thus even the worst POS will still be a 5/10. 0/10 no longer exists in my vocabulary. Yellow is the new red. For the sake of accountability: you can reply if needed: Orctowngrot: Tim Rawlins: timtimjp@yahoo.com    … Expand
  5. faceless-1
    Jul 22, 2013
    1
    Oh god what a garbage DLC. I purchased all dragon age DLC in hope that at least one of them will be as good as DA or its Exp. Sadly they are all total trash.
  6. AndymanMessiah
    Mar 23, 2011
    5
    I'm willing to forgive Witch Hunt's long list of faults for one reason and one reason only; it provided me with a good final ending to my character and Morrigan. Obviously this means I'm a huge softy but at least I didn't cry when Sephiroth died. Take that!
  7. animefan1976
    Mar 11, 2011
    5
    This DLC was below my expectations by a mile! I was really looking forward to seeing Morrigan again, who was my favorite character in Origins. For one it was short. Judging the DLC by itself it was seemlingly pointless. The end was it's saving grace when you finally catch up to her and have a conversation that could have gone multiple ways I think. The idea that what decision was madeThis DLC was below my expectations by a mile! I was really looking forward to seeing Morrigan again, who was my favorite character in Origins. For one it was short. Judging the DLC by itself it was seemlingly pointless. The end was it's saving grace when you finally catch up to her and have a conversation that could have gone multiple ways I think. The idea that what decision was made at the end might have greater meaning in a later Dragon Age game is what ultimately sways me to the score I am giving it. I'm sorry to say I could not give better than that.… Expand
  8. Tipjar
    Mar 9, 2011
    3
    This is a good example of DLC done extremely poorly, while reusing locales in this case wasn't so much of a problem it brought nothing to the experience and could easily be skipped without missing out on anything. There is really nothing that makes it worth getting, it seemed like the only new content in the game was the (very easy) boss fight before you enter the ruins that Morrigan is atThis is a good example of DLC done extremely poorly, while reusing locales in this case wasn't so much of a problem it brought nothing to the experience and could easily be skipped without missing out on anything. There is really nothing that makes it worth getting, it seemed like the only new content in the game was the (very easy) boss fight before you enter the ruins that Morrigan is at which quite frankly is pathetic.… Expand
  9. Ribblet
    Sep 28, 2010
    1
    Seriously.. Morrigan reacts slightly different whether you are her friend, out to kill her, had a child with her or not. I tried all these combo's to try to get to a different resolution or outcome and nothing. Why have options or choices if they are all going to end exactly the same way. "look over there, something might be of interest and ..." Are you kidding me?
  10. Redcloak
    Sep 25, 2010
    2
    Bioware has gotten heat over the duration and quality of all of their DLC, but this particular pack sets a whole new low. While the other releases might not have been particularly lengthy, I enjoyed all of them for the cost. Even my least favorite, Golems, was head and shoulders above this DLC.

    It felt more like an undiscovered sidequest (notice: single quest) from the original game.    Bioware has gotten heat over the duration and quality of all of their DLC, but this particular pack sets a whole new low. While the other releases might not have been particularly lengthy, I enjoyed all of them for the cost. Even my least favorite, Golems, was head and shoulders above this DLC.

    It felt more like an undiscovered sidequest (notice: single quest) from the original game. It's a disappointing adventure that answers absolutely none of the questions from the original.

    Frankly, I don't think I've ever played a worse DLC. Horrible. The '2' is only earned through the entertaining banter of your party members, as it's the only worthwhile aspect.

    Summary
    Pros: Good Party Members
    Cons: Extremely Short, Content Very Easy, Barely New Material, No Plot Advancement

    I cannot even recommend this to DA fans. Save your money, there's nothing worth the buy here.    … Expand
  11. Hector07
    Sep 13, 2010
    0
    It is sad when people who have done a tremendous job with previous DLCs and actual games feel that they are beyond reproach and can handle to its customers any crap and we will take it unconditionally, no complaints. well, it is like this they are wrong, and I would suggest that if your employees have little to do, dont send them to the crapper to think of a game while they have a ****It is sad when people who have done a tremendous job with previous DLCs and actual games feel that they are beyond reproach and can handle to its customers any crap and we will take it unconditionally, no complaints. well, it is like this they are wrong, and I would suggest that if your employees have little to do, dont send them to the crapper to think of a game while they have a **** because, frankly this is what this DLC feels like, thought by someone who really have neither love for the creation of a game and most importantly respect for their supporting customers. the world is littered with companies who arrogantly thought they were beyond reproach, who felt that they have won the gold medal before tunning the race, Please have some respect.… Expand
  12. CazicLFD
    Sep 10, 2010
    0
    This is a complete and utter waste of 7 dollars. You're better off watching the ending on You-tube and buying a burrito or a six-pack, those items would give you more enjoyment. Morrigan is in the game for about 2 minutes, thats it, the content up until her very very brief appearance is mediocre at best, nothing new or all that exciting. All-in all, this felt like a rip-off to me, BiowareThis is a complete and utter waste of 7 dollars. You're better off watching the ending on You-tube and buying a burrito or a six-pack, those items would give you more enjoyment. Morrigan is in the game for about 2 minutes, thats it, the content up until her very very brief appearance is mediocre at best, nothing new or all that exciting. All-in all, this felt like a rip-off to me, Bioware crapped out some subpar DLC, attatched Morrigans name to it and had her do a VERY brief appearance. Spend your money elsewhere.… Expand
  13. THedford
    Sep 9, 2010
    8
    This is a Good DLC it worth its price, but not perfect the ending is bad i think but everything else is ok and the reward items are awesome if you liked Morrigen in the game BUY IT!
  14. Darkfire66
    Sep 8, 2010
    1
    Dragon Age has been one of my favorite games of the last few years. I have purchased all of the DLC that was available, and unfortunately, this is some of the weakest.

    Locations are obviously recycled from the full game, there is a very short, linear story line that doesn't give you any insight into morrigan's motives or plans. My character romanced morrigan the first playthrough. I    Dragon Age has been one of my favorite games of the last few years. I have purchased all of the DLC that was available, and unfortunately, this is some of the weakest.

    Locations are obviously recycled from the full game, there is a very short, linear story line that doesn't give you any insight into morrigan's motives or plans. My character romanced morrigan the first playthrough.

    I think it's fair to say that most of the DLC is sub-par for this game. Your money would be better spent on a large sandwich and a drink, which will probably last longer and give you more satisfaction.    … Expand
  15. roy782
    Sep 7, 2010
    1
    Im sorry to say this dlc is a complete garbage. first of all it took me less than 2 hours (with few coffee breaks), second i wasn't even close to die once ( while not touching the other henchman, just playing with my rouge... they also didn't die until the last boss, stupid mage), all of that in nightmare difficulty. second the lure is not that great . third and worse of them all the storyIm sorry to say this dlc is a complete garbage. first of all it took me less than 2 hours (with few coffee breaks), second i wasn't even close to die once ( while not touching the other henchman, just playing with my rouge... they also didn't die until the last boss, stupid mage), all of that in nightmare difficulty. second the lure is not that great . third and worse of them all the story is a total crap!!, no new information and an unbelievably stupid and disappointing ending without ANY NEW INFORMATION.
    bioware is a great company that make an amazing games but to say the least their dlc are not that great while this one is a simple fraud which just tells you GIVE US YOUR MONEY, See you next time.
    thanks bioware.    … Expand

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56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Oct 27, 2010
    60
    This isn't a total disaster, but it does not feel like much love or effort has gone into it either. [Dec 2010, p.64]
  2. IGN
    65
    If you're willing to spend money to see Morrigan again for about five minutes and get an unsatisfactory explanation of what's been going on, then you should buy Witch Hunt.
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  3. Multiplayer.it
    55
    The presence of well constructed brand new characters is totally eclipsed by an unsatisfactory finale and recycled settings.
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