BioWare has been a pioneer in the Western RPG scene for years, creating games such as the first two Baldur’s Gate games, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, the Dragon Age games, and the Mass Effect franchise. However, after years of not having success with its games, the studio has officially announced its closure.
In a post shared on its official social media accounts, BioWare confirmed that the studio is closing and early development on the next Mass Effect project is ending. For context, the next Mass Effect was officially announced in December 2020, with a teaser coming out in November 2023.
BioWare’s legacy in the gaming scene is undeniable, especially in the RPG scene. The people behind the studio are still considered CRPG pioneers, while Dragon Age: Inquisition won multiple Game of the Year awards when it came out in 2014. The Mass Effect games are also considered legendary, with Mass Effect 2 being a particular standout.
However, the studio’s recent years haven’t been the best. Shadow Realms was cancelled in 2015. Mass Effect: Andromeda, Anthem, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard weren’t as successful as the studio expected. Mass Effect Legendary Edition was the only successful project the studio released in over a decade.
In particular, Dragon Age: The Veilguard saw mixed reception and broader corporate restrictions. Everything ultimately led to today’s announcement, revealing that BioWare is officially going under.
