With a decade since the last entry into the franchise, players are more eager than ever to delve into something new in this fantastical universe withDragon Age: The Veilguard. As BioWare has poured its hard work into the newest game in the series, it’s finally ready for the masses to enjoy. With a range of difficulty levels for all players to delve into, there’s a way to play for everyone that’s interested in this fantasy role-playing journey.

As players enter thestylized world of Thedas inDragon Age: The Veilguard,they’ll be tasked with becoming a much-needed leader in a world that’s caught in chaos. With 40 to 100 hours of gameplay to experience, there’s a lot packed into this lengthy story for players to enjoy. But after completion, many players have questions about whetherDragon Age: The Veilguarddelivers a New Game Plus experience that’ll keep them coming back.

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard Doesn’t Have NG+

Dragon Age Still Doesn’t Have An Option For New Game Plus

While none of theDragon Agegames have ever offered a New Game Plus option, fans have been eagerly hoping thatDragon Age: The Veilguardmight be the first. Unfortunately though,Dragon Age: The Veilguardis confirmed not to have any kind of New Game Plusoption to choose from after the game’s completion. Players will need to start over from the beginning with every new playthrough, regardless of how much progress they’ve made with their character.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Review - A Beautiful And Engaging Journey

Dragon Age: The Veilguard continues the story of the Dragon Age series with stunning graphics and deep narratives for large and small quests.

As much as a letdown as it might be for those who were hoping to grind for incredible characters and re-play the game with new choices,Dragon Age: The Veilguarddoes have a lot of other options for those looking to experience the story. With a dedicated Storyteller difficulty mode, players can dive in and enjoy the game purely for its story without much challenge.A customizable difficulty option is also perfect for making it even more accessible, giving everyone the chance to replaywithout the worries of needing New Game Plus stats and items to carry over.

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Nothing Can Be Carried Between Playthroughs In Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Don’t Let A Lack of NG+ Deter From New Playthroughs

Unfortunately, asDragon Age: The Veilguarddoesn’t have a New Game Plus mode, players won’t be able to carry over any of their items, belongings or skills into their next playthrough. While many players were eager for stats, levels or gears to carry across, this is confirmed not to be possible at present. As disappointing as it is that players won’t be able to replay the game without grinding for their character to be strong again,the vast and customizable difficulty options do allow for easier experiences if players just want a quicker run for new story experienceson a new playthrough.

While players can carry over some of their choices from thepastDragon Ageentries intoThe Veilguard, there’s nothing they can carry across after completing the game itself. This isn’t incredibly surprising though, as none of theDragon Agegames have featured New Game Plus before. With an incredible journey to embark on, players shouldn’t let the lack of a NG+ deter them from playingDragon Age: The Veilguard, especially as the difficulty options can make new playthroughs a breeze for story-based exploration.

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Taash in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

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Rook talking to Isabela in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Rook fighting in Dragon Age: The Veilguard