PS3 Demo: Dragon Age II

The original Dragon Age: Origins, was a great game that a sunk a lot of time into.  But, like many things, I hadn't gotten a bite of excitement from hearing about the coming of its sequel.  That is probably because I hadn't had my hands on the demo, which now I have.

And let me tell you: I. Want. This. 

The combat system always felt sluggish and became somewhat disinteresting in DA:O.  Bioware must have read my mind, because there is much more hack-and-slash active combat in Dragon Age II.  There's plenty to be strategic about as well, but sometimes you want to relentlessly mash the X button to swing a greatsword into your foul enemies.

The demo also made me care about the story, which is no small feat.  This was exceptionally aided by a returning character voiced by the divine Kate Mulgrew.  The graphics also enthralled me, making a really engrossing experience.  

Of all the demos I played, Dragon Age II was the best, and also least available: not coming out until March 8 and boasting a hefty $59.99 pricetag.  Post-spring-break, though: my eye is on this one, no questions asked...