While some gamers may be disappointed that BioWare has cut the online mode from its upcoming Dragon Age game, the removal could ultimately be a plus for players who prefer more story-driven experiences.
Why I prefer single player games
Fans of cinematic single-player games suffered a setback in 2017 when Electronic Arts suddenly halted production of a new Star Wars game that was to be similar to PlayStation's action-adventure game Uncharted.
The runaway success of fan favorite Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order in 2017, combined with the lackluster reception to online shooter Anthem, could fuel a revival in the solo genre. While no one is beating online games to the punch, these recent trends could impact the types of games studios want to make in the future.
“I think the future of live service games still looks bright, but I think we've seen that not every game can or should be a live service product,” said gaming journalist David Jagneaux via Twitter DM.
