|
Mass Effect | 
 enlarge
| From: Microsoft
Category: Video Games
List Price: $29.99
Buy New: $23.00
You Save: $6.99 (23%)
New (31) Used (31) from $17.58
Rating:  264 reviews
Sales Rank: 133
Platform: Xbox 360
Genre: Shooter Action Games
ESRB: Mature
Media: Video Game
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Age: 17 - 20 years
Operating System: Xbox 360
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.3 x 7.5 x 1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: M59033
Model: M59-00033
UPC: 882224355254
EAN: 0882224355254
ASIN: B000OLXX86
Release Date: November 20, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
| |
| Features:
| • | Science-fiction RPG | | • | Explore uncharted worlds and uncover mystery | | • | Real-time, squad-based combat | | • | Character customization with a deep role-playing systems | | • | Credible digital actors |
|
| Accessories:
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Set 200 years in the future in an epic universe, Mass Effect places gamers in a vast galactic community in danger of being conquered by a legendary agent gone rogue. A spectacular new vision from legendary developers BioWare, Mass Effect challenges players to lead a squad of freedom fighters as they struggle against threatening armies to restore peace in the land. Mass Effect is the first in a trilogy of games with an overarching story, where the real conflict between organic beings and artificial intelligence comes to life in startling clarity. Intense, in-depth story where the fate of life as you know it depends on you Features six character classes, along with six more unlockable ones - each class contains several talents As each talent is leveled, the character either gains stats (extra health, stamina, etc) or unlocks new abilities. Players can fully customize their appearance, gender, abilities and even military background. Four classes of conventional weapons ESRB Rated M for Mature
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 259 more reviews...
 Awesome October 13, 2008
EDIAZ
I've been a fan of Bioware's RPG games for a long time now and this title proves once again they know how to make them. If you liked KOTOR, you're gonna love this game. It took me a while to make the transition from PC to console (XBOX 360 in my case). I still enjoy both, but the constant upgrading requirements for my PC was getting to me and...to my wallet of course.
Maybe being a PC gamer had something to do with the time it took for me to adapt to Mass Effect at first, but once you get the hang of it, it's a blast.
So thanks to all you guys who recommended this baby and thanks again Bioware for making one of the best games of all time, in this old gamer's humble opinion of course.
Another Bioware classic October 12, 2008
T. Hartzell
Along with Star Wars: KotOR and Jade Empire, Mass Effect is a tremendous Western-style RPG that Bioware seems to only be perfecting, without suffering from the dreaded 'sequel-itis'. The game sets up an orginal universe with complicated characters that you can interact with at your leisure. The game is very story-driven; however, like more and more RPG offerings there are a multitude of side missions that increase replayability (made all the more rewarding by the Acheivements). The graphics are phenomenal and, in a few instances of cut scenes, breath-taking in scope and scale. The music adds to the gravity of certain situations, though sadly I found the standard fare forgetable. Gameplay was invigorating and intuative; the AI was (in some cases) every bit as formidable as that found in a Tom Clancy game. Overall this was a mark of genius.
As a side note the down-loadable content has added a true element of "you win some, you lose some". A very worth-while venture for anyone who enjoyed any of the side missions or is looking for additional back-story.
 Fun RPG October 12, 2008
A. Son (USA)
Mass Effect is incredible in its sheer amount of material. There are so many things to do in this game and it pretty much just hands you the wheel and lets you go/do whatever you want to do. The story is pretty decent and the ability to choose everything your character says during conversations makes things even more interesting. My only complaint is that things started to feel a little monotonous after awhile. I'm not really a Sci-Fi fan and I still enjoyed this game. It deserves to be played by any fan of RPGs
Mass Effect is massively fun October 10, 2008
K. Wumkes (Colorado)
This is a fun game! I really enjoyed the twists and turns in the storyline. Every choice you make determines the games' next actions, so you can play it over and over with different outcomes. Yes, there are battles to be fought, but there is also dialogue (which you can choose to ignore) and an indepth story. Your actions-good or evil- determine your alliances and destiny. I'm not a hard-core gamer, and still made it all the way through the game. There are many choices in building your starting character, or you can start with a default. This one's a winner.
 OK Game September 29, 2008
Mark Boutros (Edison, NJ USA)
Mass Effect is a fun enough game with a moderately slow pace, some tedious missions and little replay value. I played the game twice through, mostly because the first time I skipped a lot of the side missions and I wanted to get some more achievement points.
The story is interesting. Most people find it excellent, but the general Human v. Machine and insectoid bad guy aliens are two genres that are played out. Mass Effect has both. Even so, there are enough plot twists ad options to keep things interesting enough.
Although it is open world, the story line is still linear. There are about 4 (maybe 5) major plot points. You can choose 3 of them in any order. There are a number of smaller missions a player can take, but they don't really effect the major plot line.
I played the first time through in under 20 hours (I forgot how many, but maybe 18). I skipped many of the side missions, so I decided to replay. Bioware has a morality system in this game, so the first time around I played it as a straight good guy (called paragon) and the second time as a heavy (renegade). There simply was not enough variety the second time around despite the new missions and choices.
Here is the bottom line: You can win this game in a week without alienating your loved ones. Rent it or buy it if you know you can get a good trade out of it.
There are quite of few detailed reviews here, so please forgive this for being sparse on specifics.
|
|
|
|
Information about prices, products, services and merchants is provided by third parties and is for informational purposes only. Toy-vault.com does not represent or warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information and will not be liable for any errors, omissions or delays in this information or any losses, injuries or damages arising from its display or use.
|
| |
