It’s only now that I’ve been immersed in Steam Workshop integration for a couple of years that I realize how janky and haphazard third-party mod hosting can be by comparison. It’s very easy to use, so you should check it out. To help, I recommend using DAModder, a handy program with a user interface that encourages drop-and-install mod tracking. All of the mods on this list are hosted only at Dragon Age’s mod nexus, and each will need to be individually installed according to their creators’ whims. Heck, it’s a surprise that it’s even available on Steam at all and not exclusive to Origin. A note that will make modders mad at meĭragon Age, due to its age, does not feature Steam Workshop integration.
This list originally contained 18 mods, but we’ve downsized as some mods become unavailable or no longer compatible with the game as it stands today. Before you head into the wilds to face the Templars and the Mages in November’s Dragon Age: Inquisition, start at the beginning with these 15 essential mods for the game that started the series. Luckily, in the last five years the game’s the community has coalesced around a dozen-or-so stellar mods that everyone absolutely must add to their playthroughs. If it’s been a while since you dove into Dragon Age’s rich lore or loveable characters, you probably missed out on the game’s mod scene.
