Abstract: The term role-playing game is probably one of the most abused in gaming. Many so-called RPGs simply dont allow the player to properly embrace the character theyre playing. Thats one of the reasons sci-fi role-player Mass Effect is so refreshing: it ...
Strong narrative; hours of galactic exploration; redefines the role-playing game.
Frequent loading delays; AI squad members could be smarter; side quests lack impact of main story.
The role-playing experience can vary dramatically, depending on what sort of game you choose to play. There are those who prefer to get together every other week, gathered around the kitchen table with pizza, rulebooks and bits of paper, rolling dice u...
Abstract: VIDEO: Head over to our videos page to check out all Mass Effect footage!Allow me a single Star Wars quip -- the Force is strong with this one -- and then I'll stop. It's tough not to acknowledge that work when discussing Mass Effect, the action-role-p...
Powerful storyline draws you into a tense, politically charged universe, Dialogue options will keep you constantly engaged in your missions, Great visuals and superb voice acting, Biotic powers are fun to pull off in battle.
Vehicle navigation and combat are weak, A bunch of annoying interface issues.
An excellent story and fun battles make this a universe worth exploring. ...
Abstract: Name: Mass EffectGenre: RPG/ShooterPlatform: Xbox 360 Bioware is regarded as one of the best developers in the game industry. Their work on Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Neverwinter Nights earned them respect and acclaim, with fans eagerly...
Abstract: Lurching dizzily out of a Halo 3 presentation on my final day in attendance at Games Convention 2007, thoughts were already turning to the bar and a train ticket to Berlin, where an evening of relaxation awaited me. Microsofts alluring PR lady had oth...
Abstract: As a mix between a third-person shooter and RPG it manages to be slightly less than the sum of its parts, but for fans of both genres the strong writing makes this title well worth playing. Its a strange complaint to begin a review with, but why oh w...
Abstract: BioWare is one of the biggest leading lights of computer RPG design – outside of Japan, at least. The company cemented its reputation with Knights of the Old Republic, the tale of the ancient war between Sith and Jedi, and before then it had made a...
Abstract: BioWare are truly the benchmark when it comes to RPG games. Ten years ago a little known Canadian developer released Baldur’s Gate and from there it was nowhere but up for the team from Canada who were recently acquired by EA. A few Star Wars games...
