While has shown that BioWare can still produce quality RPGs, it cannot supplant as the crown jewel of the franchise. is a unique game that stands apart from other games, and one that stands out from other fantasy RPGs in a broader sense.
Whether it is a Western-style RPG like, or a JRPG, the genre tends to depict world-spanning quests and sweeping epics, following heroes destined to save the world.
followed a family simply reacting to terrible circumstances, showcasing an urban adventure with masterful characterization and world-building.
Some may argueis superior to other games in the franchise, and it certainly puts forward a solid effort, showing those who were disappointed by and that there is still reason to trust in BioWare.
Still, it does not have the uniqueness or the grounded humanity of , a game that made Kirkwall feel lived-in by its characters, and the player alike, for its 30-hour playtime.