Jaws of Hakkon highlights everything the main game got right, but it does little to stand out on its own and offer a truly-noteworthy quest. The evnvironments are visually attractive and diverse, the story is compelling, and battles pose a challenge. But it’s hard to fully recommend Jaws of Hakkon when it feels so non-essential. There were no unique must-have experiences tucked away within the DLC that would warrant a purchase at $15.
Dragon Age: Inquisition - Jaws of Hakkon
BioWare · Mar 24, 2015
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Jaws of Hakkon is the first story expansion for the RPG blockbuster Dragon Age: Inquisition. In an exciting new story arc to the campaign, Dragon Age: Inquisition -- Jaws of Hakkon will reveal the fate of the last Inquisitor and the powerful dragon he hunted. This pack expands the land of Thedas with a massive new playable area covered in mountains and lush forests, where danger lurks in the shadowy undergrowth. As players explore the vertical landscape and dense wilderness fighting off vicious enemies, they will collect legendary armor and weapons before unearthing an ancient secret that could destroy the world.
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- Jaws of Hakkon is an enjoyable but unessential addition to Inquisition, great for players looking to prolong their game or for an excuse to dive back into Thedas. Those hoping for more content that directly influences the main story, or in-depth interactions with companions, however, may be disappointed. It’s great to see the Inquisition story being expanded so relatively soon after release, and hopefully Jaws of Hakkon is first in the line of solid DLC for the game.
- 7.0There was a sort of storytelling grammar at work, and by reducing the use of that grammar, Hakkon rarely feels as substantial as it should. Thankfully, the final hour or so of Hakkon does utilize those storytelling tools to great effect, and it joins them with some new, unique mechanics in a series of major combat encounters that build momentum and velocity until an explosive climax.
- 7.5Jaws of Hakkon is certainly a worthwhile addition to Inquisition’s enormous map, although not an entirely consequential one. While there’s a real charm to the DLC thanks to its gorgeous environments and a light tone backed by intensely challenging combat, I hope the next installment offers an ever-so-slightly chunkier hunk of flesh to sink my teeth into.
- 8.0I'm happy to have been shaken out of my somewhat cynical view of BioWare DLC. Jaws of Hakkon isn't Lair of the Shadow Broker-grade essential, but nor is it Golems of Amgarrak. It's basically Mass Effect 2's Overlord. Remember Overlord? It was very good. So is this—and it sets a strong precedent for the future of Dragon Age: Inquisition. I'd happily play another like it.
- 6.0Invested fans will undoubtedly enjoy this new adventure, but there's no denying that it all feels a bit flat, despite its wonderful setting. Some great fights and a few good storytelling moments keep the expansion from seeming completely toothless, but it's just not as sharp as it should be.
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