DA2 Style 2-Handed Weapon Attacks for DAO

⭐ ⭐ (990 endorsements) 📥 37,763 downloads 📌 v1.0c 📅 3/26/2011
⚪ Last updated 2011

By Jake Zahn · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/28/2011 📅 Created: 3/26/2011

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #51 of 336 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/ NEW VERSION /\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\/\\ --------------------------------- Installation --------------------------------- Install ONE rules_core.ncs file and ONE talent_singletarget.ncs file to the following directory: \\BioWare\\Dragon Age\\packages\\core\\override Make certain that there is only ONE version of the rules_core.ncs and talent_singletarget.ncs files within that folder and all subfolders. --------------------------------- Compatibility --------------------------------- Compatibility files included for Combat Tweaks, ES Learned Forms, and the DAO CS Pack. --------------------------------- Description --------------------------------- In Dragon Age II, 2-Handed Weapons hit multiple enemies with their normal and special attacks. This Mod alters Dragon Age Origins\' 2H-Weapon attacks to also affect multiple targets. Standard 2H-Weapon attacks, Sunder Arms, and Sunder Armor will now roll to hit on all nearby enemies within a 180 degree angle in front of the attacker. Mighty Blow will now roll to hit on all nearby enemies within a 90 degree angle in front of the attacker. Final Blow (when used with a 2H-Weapon) and Critical Strike will now roll to hit all enemies within 3ft of the initial target. These changes affect both PCs and enemies.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This gameplay mod brings Dragon Age II's multi-target 2-handed weapon attacks to Dragon Age Origins, making normal and special attacks hit multiple enemies. With 990 endorsements and 37,763 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life change for warriors. Last updated in 2011, it remains a staple for melee-focused players.

✨ Key Features

Alters 2-handed weapon normal attacks to hit multiple targets, like in Dragon Age II.
Alters 2-handed weapon special attacks to hit multiple targets.
Aims to bring Dragon Age II's combat feel to Dragon Age Origins.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 990 endorsements and over 37k downloads—clearly a go-to for many players.
  • Makes 2-handed weapons feel more impactful and true to DA2's crowd-clearing style.
  • Simple concept, direct execution—no bloat, just the combat change you want.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011—might have compatibility issues with newer mods or DLC.
  • Only affects 2-handed weapons; other weapon types remain unchanged.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dragon Age Origins players who loved DA2's satisfying multi-target swings and want that in the original. Perfect for warriors who feel 2-handers are too single-target. Skip if you prefer vanilla combat or don't use 2-handed weapons.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Place the mod files in your Dragon Age Origins\packages\core\override folder—no mod manager needed.
  • If you use other combat mods, test in a saved game to ensure they don't conflict.
  • This mod changes attack behavior, so expect a noticeable power boost for 2H warriors.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonage Mods
Author
Jake Zahn
Version
1.0c
Downloads
37,763
Endorsements
990
Category
Gameplay
Created
3/26/2011
Updated
3/28/2011

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