https://www.gamespot.com/articles/bioware-veteran-says-anthem-conspiracy-theories-ar/1100-6460685/

BioWare's Anthem does not appear to be the kind of game that the acclaimed RPG studio is known for. It's an always-online, multiplayer-focused shooter with limited or non-existent dialogue and romance options. While the game impressed at E3, it left some wondering about this new direction. In particular, there are some who believe BioWare owner Electronic Arts pushed the company to go in the new direction.

This "conspiracy theory" is not true, according to James Ohlen, who worked on Anthem as its narrative director for a period of time before leaving BioWare altogether after 22 years in June.