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Mass Effect

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Release Date: November 20, 2007

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A science-fiction action RPG developed by BioWare, the creators of such cult games as Baldur’s Gate and Neverwinter Nights. The story takes place at the end of the 22nd century.

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Mass Effect for PC, X360 and PS3 is an extensive production of the RPG genre with many elements of action games. It was produced by BioWare (creators of popular and recognized Baldur's Gate, Neverwinter Nights, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic). It is also the first installment of a trilogy.

The game is set in the year 2183 when humanity is spread across the galaxy and forced to cooperate or fight with the alien civilizations for their place in the universe. The players assume the role of Commander Shepard, the first human Spectre, a sworn defender of peace. His main task is to stop the army of a former operative, Saren, who defied the established order and wants to take revenge on the human race. Together with their team, the players journey across a number of unknown worlds. During their travels, they will discover that the real threat is much more serious than it was previously anticipated.

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PC Windows

PC Windows May 28, 2008

Xbox 360

Xbox 360 November 20, 2007

PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3 December 4, 2012

Developer: BioWare

Publisher: Electronic Arts Inc.

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Mass Effect Game Series

Mass Effect is a science fiction-set action RPG series with TPP shooter elements. The series was created by Canadian studio BioWare, known for such productions as Baldur's Gate, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic i Dragon Age.

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Mass Effect Guide & Walkthrough
Guide

Last update: January 3, 2008

Mass Effect Guide & Walkthrough

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Mass Effect Guide & Walkthrough
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News

Mass Effect 1 and 2 Writer on Trilogy Finale and Other Trivia

Mass Effect 1 and 2 Writer on Trilogy Finale and Other Trivia

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Internet s Check Shepard's Kill Count in Mass Effect Trilogy

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Mass Effect Legendary Edition is Official; Launch Planned for Spring

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9 out of 10 Mass Effect Players Preferred Paragon Over Renegade

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System Requirements for Mass Effect Video Game:

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Recommended System Requirements:
Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 7900 GTX or better), 12 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista.

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Expansions

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Mass Effect: Pinnacle Station

Mass Effect: Pinnacle Station

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Expansion

August 25, 2009

RPG

The second DLC expansion for Mass Effect, a game released in 2007 by studio BioWare, which specializes in cRPG genre. After installing the expansion one can dock in Alliance’s special station called the Pinnacle. The station is a military training facility. In comparison to Bring Down the Sky, the expansion that was released a year earlier, Pinnacle Station doesn’t add a single, consistent plotline. Instead, it allows the player to meet some new characters and participate in a series of 13 unrelated, increasingly difficulty missions. Completing them all should take about 2, 3 hours. Each quest has slightly different rules and among the available game modes there are Survival (fighting waves of enemies), Hunt (one receives valuable seconds for each killed enemy), Capture the Flag and Time Trial. For winning the missions one can receive money, weapons, armor and even the station itself.

Mass Effect: Pinnacle Station
Mass Effect: Bring Down the Sky

Mass Effect: Bring Down the Sky

PCXbox

Expansion

May 9, 2008

RPG

The first official expansion for the science-fiction action RPG Mass Effect developed by studio BioWare. Bring Down the Sky expands the story of the basic game with a new plot, completing which should take about 90 minutes. It also adds a completely new world related to a race of four-eyed, humanoid aliens known as Batarians. The plot of the expansion focuses on a group of Batarian extremists who take over a mobile station on an asteroid in the Asgard system. They set the asteroid on a collision course with the nearby human colony Terra Nova. As one can guess, the fate of millions of inhabitants of the planet will depend on the fearless commander Shepard and his crew.

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Ratings

Game Ratings for Mass Effect Video Game.

94%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (14,737)

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The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story and Characters: The game is praised for its compelling narrative and rich character development. Players appreciate the intricate lore and the impact of their choices on the story.
  • Immersive Experience: Many s noted the cinematic quality of the cutscenes and the overall immersive experience, feeling like they were part of the story as Commander Shepard.
  • Strong Companions: The companions, particularly characters like Garrus and Wrex, are highlighted for their well-written dialogue and engaging backstories.
  • Good Combat Mechanics: While opinions vary, some players enjoyed the combat system, noting it as a fun aspect of the gameplay.
  • Exploration of a Unique Universe: The game allows players to explore a vast galaxy with diverse alien cultures and environments, which adds to the overall experience.

The main cons of the game

  • Technical Issues: Many s reported crashes due to the game's older 32-bit architecture, particularly on modern systems. Issues with character models and graphical glitches were also mentioned.
  • Repetitive Gameplay: Players criticized the repetitive nature of side quests and the uninspired design of non-main mission worlds. The AI was also described as lacking.
  • Clunky Inventory and UI: The interface, especially concerning inventory management and character upgrades, was noted as cumbersome and frustrating.
  • Mako Controls: The vehicle controls for the M35 Mako were often described as poor and unenjoyable, detracting from the exploration experience.
  • Limited Dialogue Options: Some players felt that the dialogue wheel could lead to similar outcomes regardless of the choices made, reducing the impact of player decisions.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Improved AI: s expressed a desire for better enemy AI to enhance combat and gameplay dynamics.
  • More Interactions Between Companions: Some players wanted more dialogue and interactions between crew to deepen immersion and character relationships.
  • Enhanced Inventory Management: A more -friendly inventory system with filtering options was suggested to ease navigation and organization of items.
  • Greater Variety in Side Quests: Players wished for more diverse and engaging side quests to avoid the feeling of monotony in gameplay.
  • Skip Options for Non-Interactive Scenes: Many s wanted the ability to skip lengthy elevator rides and cutscenes, especially after failures in missions.

Summary

  • Overall, while Mass Effect is celebrated for its storytelling and character depth, it is also recognized for its technical shortcomings and some outdated gameplay mechanics.

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