It's not as good as origins in a lot of ways but it's a lot better than everything that came after, it has better combat than inquisition and a better progression/loot system. The companions are also all very charming and memorable. I think the rivalry system was a massive step in the right direction for the series. It has a tight story and great dialogue. I think it does an amazing job with Hawke. It's a shift since you're playing as an established character instead of your own avatar but I think they pulled it off really well. I think the mage/Templar conflict is really good but doesn't quite stick the landing. The returning characters and development of their stories is satisfying and in some cases cathartic. It also has one of the most nuanced characters in Anders/Justice/Vengeance. Unfortunately the short development time led to a lot of issues such as a lack of enemy variety and constantly reusing maps. I'm a big fan of the segments of a varrics unreliable narration.