Downloadable content (Origins)

BioWare announced that it has planned out two years worth of downloadable content that will range from small items like rings and amulets, short adventures like the Warden's Keep, all the way to full expansion packs with dozens of hours of new game play. Some downloadable content can be purchased within the game with BioWare points, Microsoft points or through the Playstation Store; while others are promotional and can no longer be obtained.

Addons
These addons unlock new areas to discover, such as the Soldier's Peak or new characters and their backstories such as Shale. They can still be obtained - either by buying a new copy of Dragon Age: Origins or through the in-game interface with BioWare points, Microsoft points or through the Playstation Store.

Promotional
These promotional downloadable contents can still be obtained - either by uploading your character with Dragon Age: Origins Character Creator, playing Dragon Age Journeys, or simply buying a new copy of Dragon Age: Origins. Each of these DLCs unlock a powerful in-game items that are useful throughout the game. Others like the Collector's Edition of Dragon Age: Origins unlock multiple items.

Exclusive
These downloadable contents are available for a limited time only. Many of them can no longer obtained. These DLCs unlock an in-game items that provide useful bonuses to a new character. As they are retailer exclusives given away as incentive for pre-ordering Dragon Age: Origins, they are usually found with a specific retailer.

Resources
Dragon Age:Origins Addons