9 Essential Mods For Dragon Age: Origins

Widely considered one of the greatest RPGs of all time, has unfortunately aged less gracefully than many games of its time. Although its storytelling and worldbuilding are still excellent, other elements don't quite match modern standards. Luckily, is the most moddable game of the series and still hosts a thriving modding scene even 15 years after launch.

Anyone playing through the saga in order before the launch of will find that modding is the key to the best overall experience. Despite its age, is surprisingly mod-friendly, with a diverse set of easy-to-install mods. Here are some of the best, most essential mods for.

The best mods for Dragon Age 2 enhance the game and add key features, both cosmetic and integral to telling the Tale of the Champion.

NexusMods Link

NexusMods — Extra Dog Slot

Modder

Dheuster

How To Install

Install the.dazip file using DAUpdater

Early on in, The Warden gets the opportunity to recruit their very own Mabari War Hound: a breed of exceptionally intelligent and ferocious dog. Both and featured canine companions, but dogs were conspicuously absent from , much to its detriment. Apart from offering comic relief at the party camp, Dogis also a force of nature on the battlefield and has a unique set of unlockable talents.

Unfortunately, as players recruit more companions, it quickly becomes difficult to justify including Dog in the party. The mod makes a simple tweak, allowing The Warden to summon Dog using a custom item. This ensures that players can continue their adventures with their loyal canine without using up a valuable party slot.

The Warden can take advantage of Dog's unique abilities. He may dig up gifts and other assorted items outside camp. Additionally, Dog can mark his territory in select spots throughout the world, buffing his stats.

NexusMods Link

NexusMods — Madd Gift Guide

Modder

maddbomber83

How To Install

Extract all mod files to the Override folder

Giving gifts is one of the best ways for The Warden to