Dragon Age: The Veilguard is finally making its grand return after nearly a decade of waiting, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release at the end of this month. After such a long hiatus, excitement is high as players prepare to dive back into the magical world of Thedas. But for those hoping to go in without knowing too much, there’s a cautionary tale: leaked achievements for Dragon Age: The Veilguard have started appearing online, and they contain major spoilers that could spoil the fun ahead of time.
The leak came to light through a Reddit thread, where the full list of The Veilguard’s achievements surfaced. While it may be tempting to check them out to see what challenges lie ahead, players should proceed with caution if they want to avoid story spoilers. The most significant offenders are the story-progression achievements, which reveal critical moments in the game’s narrative, potentially giving away plot twists and major surprises. Alongside these are collectible achievements, some of which are even tied to specific members of the player’s party.
This type of spoiler leak is not entirely new. In fact, it’s reminiscent of what happened in 1999 with John Williams’ soundtrack for Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, where track titles gave away key moments of the film’s plot. While The Veilguard offers a more personal and interactive experience than a film, the idea remains the same: looking too far ahead at what’s to come can spoil the excitement of discovering twists for yourself.
Of course, there are some things BioWare does want players to know in advance. For example, they’ve provided official details like the launch times for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, information on when players can start preloading the game, and even a fun detail: spiders, a common enemy in past Dragon Age games, will not be making an appearance in this installment. But fans of the series shouldn’t worry—there will still be plenty of other creatures and monsters to battle as they journey through Thedas once more.
For those excited to return to this rich and fantastical world, Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S starting on October 31. Until then, it’s best to avoid any spoilers that might dull the experience. If you’re hoping to enjoy the full narrative twists and turns without any pre-knowledge, steer clear of the leaked achievement lists and dive in with fresh eyes when the game officially launches.