Changes at BioWare: Game Director Corinne Busche Exits Dragon Age Project
The renowned Dragon Age series, launched by BioWare with the critically acclaimed Dragon Age: Origins in 2009, has captured the imagination of RPG fans over the years. Building on its success, BioWare released Dragon Age II in 2011 and Dragon Age: Inquisition in 2014. However, after a long hiatus, the franchise is set to return with Dragon Age: The Veilguard, anticipated to debut in 2024. Amid this resurgence, the announcement of a key leadership change has stirred interest within the gaming community.
Departure of a Key Leader at BioWare
Industry insider Jeff Grubb has reported that Corinne Busche, the game director for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, is leaving her position at EA’s BioWare studio. Sources have indicated that her departure is not linked to any announced corporate shutdowns within the studio. This sentiment has been echoed by other notable gaming news outlets, including Eurogamer.
Official Statement from Corinne Busche
In light of her exit, Busche has shared her thoughts through a statement, emphasizing her new career opportunity within the role-playing game genre. Her words reflect a personal journey and her commitment to her work at BioWare:
“At the heart of it, this was about my own fulfillment. I did what I set out to do at BioWare. That is to come in and help right the ship. I love Dragon Age, and BioWare, so the chance to return the game to a proper quality single-player RPG was the privilege of a lifetime.
It was hard fought, as games with such tumultuous dev cycles rarely end up shipping, and even more rarely turn out great. We, as a team, did it. And it was hard. It took a toll on me. BioWare still has a lot of work to do culturally, but I do believe they are on the right footing now.
As for me, my departure was voluntary, as I have been presented with an opportunity I couldn’t turn down. I don’t want to say much more right now, but you can count on it being in the CRPG space and upholding the traditions of great characters.”
A Remarkable Career at EA
Busche’s tenure at EA spans 18 years, beginning with her work on The Sims franchise at Maxis before making her way to BioWare in 2019. She assumed the role of game director for Dragon Age: The Veilguard in 2022, leading the project through a pivotal transformation from a multiplayer-focused game to a dedicated single-player RPG experience.
Looking Ahead for BioWare
With The Veilguard on the horizon, BioWare is not slowing down. The studio is pivoting its focus towards the next installment of the Mass Effect series, alongside the exciting announcement of an upcoming TV adaptation based on the iconic sci-fi franchise.
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