I tried to play Mass Effect when it was first released in 2007. And I almost immediately turned off my Xbox 360 as soon as I had to get into the M35 Mako — Mass Effect’s divisive, horrifying-to-control space vehicle. The memory of it, struggling to steer as I flung my vehicle off cliffs, is […]
Mass Effect: How To Keep Wrex Alive On Virmire
There are plenty of Mass Effect fans that consider Urdnot Wrex to be the best companion in the series. There are several reasons for this, from his badass nature to surprising wit. Yet, some players don’t get to keep the bulking hero around for a long time. This is because it’s easy to get him killed […]
Mass Effect Andromeda: How To Romance Jaal
Bioware loves a good romance and Mass Effect: Andromeda is no exception. The game is filled with all manner of humans, aliens, men, and women (plus a mono-gendered alien) that players can spend some time with, get to know, and ultimately share an intimate moment with. A popular choice for romance is Jaal Ama Darav, […]
How Mass Effect Was Demade Into A Monkey Island-Style Point-And-Click Game
I love all of the techno babble around the Mass Effect: Legendary Edition remaster. It’s all 4K this and ray tracing that, which basically translates into it being the same game we all know and love, it just looks better. That’s why I’m so fascinated by the work of Lee Swain and Brett Pelaez. A […]
Mass Effect Legendary Edition And What Took BioWare So Long In Tackling A Remaster
Many Mass Effect fans have been clamoring for a remaster for years now, including our own Joe Juba! While not everyone felt the need to revisit the Normandy once more, the aging of the first game and the desire to play the full trilogy on current generations have given passionate players a reason to cling […]
What Mass Effect Legendary Edition Means For Current PC Mods And Their Role In The Remaster
The Mass Effect trilogy is iconic for its ability to make the player genuinely care about the squadmates, the story, and what happens after. The PC version offered a plethora of incredible mods expanding upon that universe for those looking for additional reasons to dive in for another playthrough, as well as other mods that […]
How Mass Effect Went Where Star Trek Never Would By Giving Krogans Four Balls
If there’s one thing everybody knows about the krogan, it’s that Wrex and Grunt are both rocking quads. Yep – each and every one of these reptilian bruisers has four balls. According to lore from the first Mass Effect game, krogan are renowned all over the galaxy for their unique backup organs. They’ve got two hearts, four lungs, and […]
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition PC Recommended And Minimum Specs Revealed
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition arrives in May for the PS4, Xbox One, and also PC via Steam and Origin. Mass Effect is already available on PC thanks to several ports, but Legendary Edition will update the original trilogy with new textures, better resolution, improved lighting, and compatibility with modern hardware. Of course, that depends on […]
Mass Effect Legendary Edition Collector's "Cache" Revealed
The Mass Effect Legendary Edition just dropped an explosive new trailer, showing off the remaster’s strengths and that it includes over 40 DLC to enjoy. For those that want to become Commander Shepard in real life, we’ve got just the thing with the recently revealed collector’s edition! The collector’s edition comes with not only a […]
Cover Reveal – Mass Effect Legendary Edition
To this day, the Mass Effect trilogy still sparks passionate discussions and heated debates, showcasing how beloved its characters and worlds still are. The sci-fi RPG’s impact on gamers and the industry cannot be denied, especially in how it experimented with player choice and its place in an authored story. As Commander Shepard, we all created […]