Dragon Age Veilguard Is the Ultimate Woke Trainwreck

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has exploded into controversy as BioWare allegedly scrambles to remove gameplay footage that fans are calling blatant "woke propaganda." Once a beloved fantasy series, Dragon Age now seems to have fallen victim to forced DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) agendas and consulting firms pushing “diversified storytelling” over the genuine, immersive adventures fans expect.

Captured footage by industry veteran Mark Kern (Grummz), known for his role in World of Warcraft, highlights a puzzling moment where a character performs “penance” push-ups for a minor language slip—an odd ritual that feels out of place in a high-fantasy world. Fans argue this is just another example of a growing issue: games prioritizing political messaging at the expense of the gameplay and depth players crave.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard isn’t alone. From Concord to Dustborn, studios are leaning into virtue signaling over solid storytelling, leaving gamers wary. With the gaming industry’s massive economic weight, these choices risk turning away loyal players and risking a collapse reminiscent of Atari’s fall. As fans flock back to older games for authentic escapism, Dragon Age: The Veilguard stands as a new low in the battle over DEI-driven narratives in gaming.