Explorers Wanted Contest BioWare 2016-09-12 | You’re an explorer. You’ve always wondered what it would be like to see the stars and discover new worlds. While we can’t physically send you to space, we can send your voice to Andromeda.Starting September 12, 2016 at 6 PM GMT, we’re giving you the chance to voice a character in an upcoming Mass Effect videogame.Full details and contest rules are available here: http://bit.ly/2cJq0M2
N7 Day 2020: Intro and The Story of N7 BioWare 2020-11-25 | Join us as we interview a few of our own devs as they tell the story of N7.Intro: Mac Walters - 00:05Interviewer: Jay Ingram (Intro and Outro)Intro: 01:03Panel: N7 - Art - Derek Watts - 01:41N7 - Lore - Preston Watamaniuk - 13:24N7 - Community - Chris Bain - 20:56N7 - Journey - Melanie Faulknor - 31:48Outro: 35:16
N7 Day 2020- Omniblades in the Dark TTRPG With Austin Walker BioWare 2020-11-13 | Join us for this special N7 Day, one-shot, table-top RPG “Omniblades in the Dark”. Hosted by GM Austin Walker (Friends at the Table) and featuring an incredible cast of players: Mark Meer, Jennifer Hale, Kat Barkwell, Boldwin Li, and Ali Acampora!Content:00:00 - Replay of Austin's Intro02:24 - Game StartsCast:Austin Walker - @austin_walker Mark Meer - @mark_meer Jennifer Hale - @jhaletweets Kat Barkwell - @velocitrina Boldwin Li - @boldwinli Ali Acampora - @ali_west
The next DRAGON AGE: Behind the scenes at BioWare BioWare 2020-08-27 | Go behind-the-scenes at BioWare and meet some of the passionate developers creating the next Dragon Age. Get a glimpse at new environments and characters as the team discusses how they are approaching the development of this epic fantasy RPG. Be the first to see new content, updates, and more by signing up now: ea.com/games/dragon-ageFor more on the world of Dragon Age, visit:DA: https://www.DragonAge.comHome: bioware.comInstagram: instagram.com/biowarebaseTwitter: twitter.com/bioware
N7 Day 2018 BioWare 2018-11-07 | What does N7 mean to you? Our N7 Day video is a look back—and a glimpse at the future of Mass Effect.#N7Day
Hard in Hightown with Brian Bloom BioWare 2018-07-31 | Enjoy the dulcet tones of Brian Bloom as he reads an excerpt from Hard in Hightown, a book penned by prolific dwarven writer Varric Tethras (with help from BioWare’s Mary Kirby). Hard in Hightown is available now in hardcover and e-book formats: bit.ly/2AbP0enMusic credit: Allegretto from Beethoven's Symphony no. 7 (performed by John Michel)
Suit Up: Building the Javelins of Anthem BioWare 2018-06-26 | In Anthem, javelin suits endow pilots with superhuman abilities. Outside the walls of Fort Tarsis, this necessary tool enables you—a Freelancer—to explore and fight in a savage world.When we showed Anthem to the world at EA PLAY, we wanted to offer a unique look at our javelins. What better way to do this than bring a real-life Ranger, Storm, Colossus, and Interceptor with us? To pull it off, we asked Henchmen Studios to complete the builds, and they delivered in stunning detail. Here is how they did it.A big thank you to our suit performers: Ranger - Kiriana StantonStorm - Adrian WaltersColossus - Sean ShikataniInterceptor - Tavia Pereira
Girls Behind Games BioWare 2018-03-08 | On International Women's Day, some of our developers share reasons they’re passionate about games, and let girls thinking about getting into the industry know that we need their voices.
How to Cosplay as a Qunari BioWare 2017-12-05 | What does it take to cosplay as a Qunari?In this video, we’ll show you how to transform yourself into a full-fledged Vashoth. Learn how to sculpt, cast, and paint your own horns. After you apply makeup, you’ll look like a grey one in no time.Here’s what you’ll need to get started:Tools:Rotary sander or sandpaperGlue GunSculpting ToolsPaintbrushes Makeup BrushesStipple SpongeLatex SpongeStir SticksDisposable CupsPrecision knife Supplies for Horns: 2-Part Silicone2-Part Resin Epoxy2-Part Expanding FoamOil-Based ClayWater-Based Clay EVA Foam Spray Paint PrimerAcrylic Paints Makeup:Elf Ears Prosthetic Wax Prosthetic Adhesive Colored Cream MakeupFalse Lashes Lash Glue Setting Powder Lipstick
Enkindle Your Taste Buds with Blast-Ohs BioWare 2017-11-22 | Experience the taste of the Milky Way with Blast-Ohs, a brand new cereal* from BioWare. Blast-Ohs combines advanced carbohydrate technology with a healthy serving of Element Zero to give you the fuel you need for biotic abilities. Grab a bowl of Blast-Ohs today and enkindle your taste buds!*This is not a real product. Sadly.
Ten Years of Mass Effect BioWare 2017-11-07 | On November 20, 2017, it will be a decade since the Mass Effect journey began.To celebrate #teN7, we're looking back at the inception of Mass Effect, its legacy, and how it all came together. Relationships were forged, uncharted worlds were explored, and galaxy-altering decisions were made. It’s been one hell of a ride.A special thank you to GamerMD, Brittney Brombacher, Crystal Graziano, Eric Anderson, Destin Legarie, and all of you who came along for the journey.Head here to see what’s happening this #teN7 day: www.masseffect.com/n7
Rising to New Heights: The Anthem Corn Maze BioWare 2017-07-24 | In a world saturated with banners and billboards, getting the message out about our new game, Anthem, is more important than ever. Rather than taking a conventional approach, we’ve chosen a field as our medium. What better way to celebrate the growth of a new game than through corn, which also grows?
Dragon Age Short: The Tale of Corsa the Jackal BioWare 2017-07-17 | This is the classic tale of Corsa the Jackal, a favorite from Bedtime Stories for Good Children, by Sister Marigold.This cautionary tale teaches the importance of honesty and how false promises and flattery are their own downfall.Adapted from an original story in Dragon Age: The World of Thedas Volume II.
Peebee Speed Painting BioWare 2017-05-31 | Watch Peebee come to life in this speed painting by BioWare's lead level designer Colin Campbell.The hour-long painting has been sped up several times to show you his process.
Obsessed With Perfection: Robert Kazinsky as the Archon BioWare 2017-05-01 | We spoke with Robert Kazinsky about voicing the cold and calculating Archon. The obsessive leader of the kett targets the Andromeda Initiative when they interfere with his plans for the Heleus Cluster.
Scoring a New Galaxy: The Music of Mass Effect: Andromeda BioWare 2017-04-13 | In order to blend the triumphs of space exploration with the fear of an unknown galaxy, BioWare brought in film/TV composer John Paesano to create hybrid soundtrack that features both orchestral and synthesized elements.Mass Effect: Andromeda is available now on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, and Xbox One.Subscribe for all Mass Effect: Andromeda gameplay & trailer videos: http://bit.ly/1UnWxV0
Kumail Nanjiani as Jarun Tann BioWare 2017-03-01 | We sat down with Kumail Nanjiani to hear what it’s like voicing Andromeda’s salarian politician, Jarun Tann. Beneath Tann’s high-handed commands, his insecurity becomes clear.
Kumail Nanjiani: Space Frog BioWare 2017-02-15 | Kumail Nanjiani arrives at our recording studio for the first time and learns who he'll be playing in Mass Effect: Andromeda. Turns out expectations aren't always the same as reality.
Unapologetically Peebee with Christine Lakin BioWare 2017-02-02 | Meet Christine Lakin, the voice of Peebee, Mass Effect: Andromeda’s outspoken Asari squadmate. Christine tells us what it’s like to voice an adventurous and impulsive character trying to find her own path in a new galaxy.
Taking the RC Nomad for a Spin BioWare 2017-02-01 | As an explorer of uncharted worlds in Mass Effect: Andromeda, you need the right set of wheels to get around. That’s where the Nomad ND1 comes in—watch as we take a remote control Nomad for a spin.The RC Nomad is now available for pre-sale as part of the Mass Effect: Andromeda Collector’s Edition Game Bundle. Check it out here: http://pdp.com/en/masseffect
Sibling Rivalry with Tom Taylorson & Fryda Wolff BioWare 2017-01-05 | We talked with Tom Taylorson and Fryda Wolff, the voices of Scott and Sara Ryder, about what it’s like working together on Mass Effect: Andromeda. After spending so much time together in the studio, they’ve become like brother and sister. Kind of...
How to Find Andromeda in the Night Sky BioWare 2016-11-16 | Want to see more of Andromeda, but not quite ready to take the journey?You're in luck, because you can see Andromeda right here from the comfort of planet Earth. Using only a telescope and a pair of binoculars, we'll show you how to spot our nearest galactic neighbor on a clear night. No telescope? That's okay. Andromeda is large enough to see with the naked eye.Thanks to the Edmonton chapter of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for the telescope. http://edmontonrasc.com
Mass Effect Soundtrack on Vinyl BioWare 2016-11-10 | The Mass Effect Trilogy soundtrack is available on vinyl for the first time ever! Bringing together music from all three games, including bonus tracks from DLC, this limited edition pressing comes on four, heavyweight records.Pick yours up here:http://www.biowarestore.com/books-and-other-media/mass-effect-trilogy-vinyl-soundtrack
Will It Cleave? BioWare 2016-09-19 | What’s the first thing you do with a new sword? Chop stuff up and record it in slow motion, obviously –which is exactly what we did with our newly minted Inquisition Longsword. In case you missed it, watch the sword getting forged here: http://bit.ly/2bVj1BUSchmooples, we’re so sorry.
Forging the Inquisition Longsword BioWare 2016-08-25 | Many swords of myth and legend are found in Dragon Age, but most remain confined to their digital world. That’s why we asked local blacksmith Shawn Cunningham of Front Step Forge to bring the Inquisition Longsword to life. Watch Shawn use a mix of modern and ancient techniques to shape blocks of steel into a masterfully crafted blade worthy of any Seeker. You can learn more about Shawn and his work on his website: www.frontstepforge.com
What Makes a Good Character? BioWare 2016-06-29 | Creative Director Mike Laidlaw and Lead Writer Patrick Weekes discuss the ingredients of a good character. Warning: Solas and Mordin feels ahead.___________________________Funeral Procession by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org
Goose Cam: Final Mission BioWare 2016-04-30 | The tutorial is over. Now, the real quest begins. On April 28, six goslings hatched into a planter prison atop BioWare’s Edmonton studio. Legions of fans turned goose cam watchers named the renegade squad after beloved and infamous characters from Dragon Age, Mass Effect, and Star Wars: the Old Republic. True to their namesakes, the goslings embarked on what seemed like a suicide mission—descending four storeys to safety under the supervision of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Edmonton, and their parents, Ganders and the Arishonk.Donate to the Edmonton Wildlife Rehabilitation Society here: canadahelps.org/en/charities/wildlife-rehabilitation-society-of-edmonton
True Stories of BioWare Heartbreak: More Heartbreak BioWare 2016-04-27 | The feels continue...Have a story to share? Tell us in the comments.See the first set of heartbreak stories here: youtube.com/watch?v=Ag7jbNtJ6yM
Ask BioWare #3 BioWare 2016-04-19 | For the third installment of Ask BioWare, we respond to burning queries from @DannyBReviews, @LaraVakarian, @FakeName242, and @Wild_Morrigan. What are your answers? Let us know in the comments!________Danse Macabre - No Violin by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)Source: http://freepd.com/Classical/Danse%20M...Artist: http://incompetech.com
Dragon Age: Inquisition – How It Could Have Ended BioWare 2016-04-01 | If Dragon Age was a ‘90s action movie.
True Stories of BioWare Heartbreak BioWare 2016-03-31 | Each year, countless BioWare players experience all the feels. These are their stories. Have a story you want to share? Tell us in the comments.
Ask BioWare #2 BioWare 2016-02-18 | For the second installment of Ask BioWare, we take questions from @CmdrNinja, @Devon_DB, @Flickamatuta, @HylianDeity, and @lamananna. We’re still cringing over choosing between romancing a rachni or a vorcha…Want your question to be in our next video? Read here: http://blog.bioware.com/2015/12/09/as...________Danse Macabre - No Violin by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)Source: http://freepd.com/Classical/Danse%20M...Artist: http://incompetech.com
Games on Games - What is Fun? BioWare 2016-02-04 | Gameplay designers Andrew and Ben share some juicy ideas on the ingredients that make a game fun. Will they finally unlock the secret to guaranteed fun forever? Spoiler alert: fun is very subjective.---------------------------------------Music: Fluidscape by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100393 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Ask BioWare #1 BioWare 2016-01-13 | Back in December, we put out a call to the community for questions with #AskBioWare. Many of you came up with questions – some funny, some serious, and others positively perplexing. Some of our developers sat down to answer their favorites. We’ll be doing more of this in the future, so take to twitter with #AskBioWare or leave a comment here. Who knows, your question might end up in our next video! Want to increase the chances of your question being answered? Read here: http://blog.bioware.com/2015/12/09/ask-bioware________Danse Macabre - No Violin by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://freepd.com/Classical/Danse%20Macabre%20-%20No%20ViolinArtist: http://incompetech.com
Four BioWare-Inspired Holiday Cocktails BioWare 2015-12-20 | How does a red templar celebrate the holidays? What should you down to cope with interstellar jetlag?We’ve answered these questions with a glassful of BioWare-inspired holiday cocktails. Now you can enjoy the festive season in Dragon Age and Mass Effect style. Please enjoy responsibly. No nugs were harmed in the making of Nug Nog.
Through the Eluvian: Tales from Inquisition Developers BioWare 2015-10-28 | A year after the release of Dragon Age: Inquisition, we gathered ‘round the fire to tell some of our favorite tales from development.
BioWare Fashion Show at PAX Prime BioWare 2015-09-16 | Video games and fashion shows might not immediately seem like an obvious pairing, but at PAX Prime this past August, they were a match made in geek-chic heaven.At our first ever fashion show, we debuted an all new line of apparel with a specific focus on more diverse female clothing options. Some of the new designs are available on the BioWare store now, with more to come: http://bit.ly/1grepkNFor more information on the show and some pictures, visit our blog: http://bit.ly/1KqozhH
Dragon Age: Past, Present, and Future - PAX Prime Mainstage Panel and Trespasser Reveal BioWare 2015-09-03 | Dragon Age Creative Director Mike Laidlaw, Art Director Matthew Goldman, Localization Project Manager Melanie Fleming, and Lead Concept Artist Matthew Rhodes give a look into the history of Dragon Age and where the franchise is headed next. It’s a candid look into game development and all the fun (and hard work) that goes into making a game as expansive as Inquisition. Towards the end of the panel, fans get a first look at Trespasser.
Of Nugs and Men — Featuring Allegra Clark BioWare 2015-08-18 | Some teams are all work. Four agents are having trouble getting past the early zones, now that the elven ruins are chock-full of darkspawn. With a little planning, coordination, and a hint of luck, they just might make it through. However, the best laid plans of nugs and men often go awry.
Diving Into the Deep Roads BioWare 2015-08-14 | The Deep Roads are a place of great danger and unparalleled mystery. We sat down with some of the team that worked on The Descent to give you a glance into what your Inquisitor will uncover in the darkest depths of Thedas. Find out more about The Descent here: http://www.dragonage.com/en_US/news/the-descent
Chasing Dragons with the BioWare Audio Team BioWare 2015-08-07 | Our audio team doesn't like to rest on its laurels. They do more than cook up audio for our games from their desks—they get out into the field to record sound straight from the source. This time they hit it big, finding themselves on the heels of a High Dragon.
Building New Worlds: A Day in the Life at BioWare BioWare 2015-07-24 | We went behind the scenes at BioWare Montréal and followed Lead Level Designer Colin Campbell to give you an idea of what life is really like inside BioWare.
Out on the Range with the BioWare Audio Team BioWare 2015-07-17 | When the BioWare audio team records sound for the different Mass Effect weapons, only the real thing will do. We took an M8 Avenger out into the field to grab some audio, and here are the results. Sorry, Cody.
BioWare Reacts! Mass Effect: Andromeda BioWare 2015-06-26 | We gave you the announce trailer for Mass Effect: Andromeda. Fans proceeded to record their reactions and post them to YouTube, and a question arose: how would we react to your reactions? Here are the results. A big thank you to all who watched the trailer and recorded reaction videos. Thank you for sharing your excitement with us. Here are the videos we reacted to:gamermd83: youtube.com/watch?v=X1i5kFvVr98Ras Jahbu: youtube.com/watch?v=ARec1AcLXaYScottishwarrior92: youtube.com/watch?v=h11CMbe1VqkLuk and Audrey Play Games: youtube.com/watch?v=D0YrhNfbcpI
A Shade of Flemeth with Kate Mulgrew BioWare 2015-06-19 | Kate Mulgrew shares her thoughts on voicing the inimitable and boundless Flemeth.
Good Morning Thedas: Fresh New Recipes from The Whole Nug BioWare 2015-05-13 | Start your day off right with a fresh helping of Good Morning Thedas: your source for news, weather, and doom across the continent.In today's segment, we tackle some tantalizing new recipes from Lady Savarin Ledoure's cookbook, The Whole Nug. Learn how to create some classic culinary treats with the help of our special guest chef, who joins us live in the Good Morning Thedas kitchen.To get your copy of The Whole Nug, visit http://www.darkhorse.com/Books/22-389/Dragon-Age-The-World-of-Thedas-Volume-2-HC or your local purveyor of books and rare scrolls.
Hitting All the Right Notes: Creating the Hot Licks of ZITHER! BioWare 2015-05-08 | ZITHER! was once a household name in Orlais, playing for packed auditoriums of nobility and commoners alike. But then the Circles rebelled, his templar manager tried to kill him, and he's frittered away all his gold drinking in a riverside tavern in Cumberland for the past two years, unable to get a gig. The Inquisition is his one chance at a comeback tour, and he's going to grab it with both bejeweled hands.Find out how the talented audio team at BioWare brought the larger-than-life musician-mage to Inquisition's grand stage. Combining the sweet sounds of several guitars, plus a little fire and lightning, ZITHER! produces a sound like no other.Download the free Dragonslayer multiplayer expansion for Dragon Age: Inquisition today to get your hands on this righteous rock star.
Keep Release Feature Tutorial BioWare 2015-04-22 | The Dragon Age Keep is all about letting you shape and share your Dragon Age experience the way you see fit, and we have been listening to your feedback on how to make it better. In our latest release, we introduce a number of features that give you more customizability and control over your Dragon Age legacy, including your heroes, world states, and career. This video will take you through some of these features.For more information on using Keep features, visit http://forum.bioware.com/forum/528-tutorials-how-to
