Mass Effect 2

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5738 Ratings

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  1. realElGurko
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    The crown juwel of a great scifi series! Everybody who likes great charakter development and story will love this game!
  2. RodrigoroRex
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    "Mass Effect 2": Amazing game, it provides an amazing experience for the player. 7 out of 7. Played it on PC.
  3. fed_up_nerd
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    This game is phenomenal, easy top 3 RPG of all time for me. Really hope Bioware can pull something like this again
  4. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Mass effect serisinin en sevdiğim oyunu. Gemimize ekibi toplamak onlarla birlikte evreni araştırmak çok güzeldi.
  5. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    The most interesting game to me in the series. An exciting storyline, excellent and balanced mechanics, incredible replay potential...
  6. hallack
    Dec 14, 2020
    9
    Without a doubt, the best installment in the series. Great story and characters. I hope someone will make a remake of the series someday.
  7. Torgall
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Worthy continuation of the series. I'm glad they removed the vehicle because it was annoying in ME1, but I liked the planetary exploration so the new probe thing didn't worked for me that well.
  8. shatarah
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
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  9. RinKaiG
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    Mass Effect 2 is a Great Game.
    Your review must be at least 75 characters long.
  10. Zerolisk
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    When I was downloading Mass Effect 2, I was basically buying a cat in a bag. The first part left mixed feelings: I could not say that this was a masterpiece, but I could not call the game garbage. But... When I played a little in the second part, I realized that there were a lot of improvements in it: a tasty battle system, the absence of any improvement in weapons made the game more forWhen I was downloading Mass Effect 2, I was basically buying a cat in a bag. The first part left mixed feelings: I could not say that this was a masterpiece, but I could not call the game garbage. But... When I played a little in the second part, I realized that there were a lot of improvements in it: a tasty battle system, the absence of any improvement in weapons made the game more for talent than for numbers. The plot, in general terms, has suffered a number of changes: the main enemies are now not synthetics, but organics, moreover, not very weak. But I wanted to talk about the immediate benefits of this game. Firstly, the characters: in Mass Effect 2 they are made as masterpiece as possible, so you can also have a novel with almost everyone (but my choice will always be on Tali and Garrus). Porsonage also worked knowingly, added much more replicas, interactions and other improvements. Most of the secondary quests, of course, remained in the file-bring format, but the main plot was made chic. DLCs, of course, can leave the best, but they look very even nothing, although driving a "hammer" on many planets, the battles in which consist of clamping the left mouse button, are slightly strained. If you want to try this game, then I strongly recommend that you pre-pass the first part, so as not to lose the threads of the plot. This masterpiece cannot be described in words to understand its taste, you need to go this road yourself… Expand
  11. Lattely
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I complete this game 3 times with different companions, with all side quests and different endings. I play this game before completing the first game of Mass Effect and after the third part. I found everything new about characters, their stories, reapers and the all story of our near future. Gameplay have changed (after first part): now you have ammo when in fist part you have unlimitedI complete this game 3 times with different companions, with all side quests and different endings. I play this game before completing the first game of Mass Effect and after the third part. I found everything new about characters, their stories, reapers and the all story of our near future. Gameplay have changed (after first part): now you have ammo when in fist part you have unlimited shooting limit (only overheat), maps become rooms with action or talking, more romance variants. BioWare improve every mistakes from first part and made a game which you can complete many times and every time you can find something new.… Expand
  12. Edco0328
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Mass Effect 2 | November 11, 2020 | [★★★★★]

    A terrific exploration in my book. Mass Effect 2 manages to expand the deeper world that the first game already serves. This entry focused on a journey, where you'd assembly a high skilled team scattered around the galaxy. Each individual has an interesting story that makes you value them for their vital role in upcoming battles. Gameplay:    Mass Effect 2 | November 11, 2020 | [★★★★★]

    A terrific exploration in my book. Mass Effect 2 manages to expand the deeper world that the first game already serves. This entry focused on a journey, where you'd assembly a high skilled team scattered around the galaxy. Each individual has an interesting story that makes you value them for their vital role in upcoming battles.

    Gameplay:
    Improved foundation of combats from the first game but still doesn't separated them very far. I liked how they compressed the upgrading system which is overwhelming on the first one, they make them straight to the point which turn them easier to use here. Character Actions and Decisions choices were always straightforward, which makes your intention very easy to spot either it was good or bad.

    Graphics:
    Visual that doesn't look like it came out from 2010. The details were night & day compared to its predecessor. However, there are noticeable size decreased of levels, which make the free roam very shorter than the first one. There are also some few glitches where you get stuck in the air if somehow you walked in a wrong place which kinda ruin some immersion in some part.

    Story:
    The main narrative was straight to the point and can be easily explained briefly. It was like the first Avenger movie where you're Captain America and trying to recruit each hero for a great cause. However, that was not what make Mass Effect great. It was their storytelling and how they portray a non-existent world to be comfortably real at is it.

    Overview:
    It was an experience to remember. There is a lot of great comedic timing that makes me laugh off guard, A lot of moment that makes you cared, A bunch of choices that make you think "what if?", and a suspense grand finale that only Bioware knows how to drop.    … Expand
  13. lxRs451
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    Great story, great characters, great setting, vastly improved combat and variability of side missions. There is not much more to say just that this is the best Bioware game.
  14. TudorPopescu
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Mass Effect 2 is a very worthy sequel to the brilliant Mass Effect 1. Just like its predecessor, it has excellent writing, there are different paths you can take, choices you can make, and the actions you take at the end could have serious consequences.

    The characters are very interesting, some are new, others return from ME1. Graphics and especially combat received a significant    Mass Effect 2 is a very worthy sequel to the brilliant Mass Effect 1. Just like its predecessor, it has excellent writing, there are different paths you can take, choices you can make, and the actions you take at the end could have serious consequences.

    The characters are very interesting, some are new, others return from ME1. Graphics and especially combat received a significant upgrade. The combat is actually fun and responsive now.

    Mass Effect 2 is a very solid RPG.    … Expand
  15. kevin32
    Oct 28, 2020
    9
    Best SF shooting RPG ever. I don't know why there are so many heteroromantic female characters.
  16. Sledziks88
    Oct 26, 2020
    9
    I think I wasn't prepared for a sequel as good as this game. If you enjoyed the first game, the sequel will amaze you even more.
  17. watrfll
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    This game is legendary. Best game of the Mass Effect Trilogy: great story, great characters - everything is great.
  18. Fernandogza
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    Mass Effect, que más se puede decir, la trilogía era hermosa y todos deberían de darle una oportunidad.
  19. levitan17
    Oct 14, 2020
    10
    Probably one of the best games ever made... It was a truly fantastic game...
  20. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 8, 2020
    8
    I have played all the Mass Effect games one after another and I loved them all.
  21. 19magathann
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    NO SPOILERS INCLUDED: With Mass Effect 1, you were given an introduction to a universe that felt real, and the fact that BioWare spent so much time and resources toward building the universe was an approach I appreciated. However, with Mass Effect 2, BioWare had partnered up with EA, therefore increasing their budget for Mass Effect 2 exponentially. The writing is still solid as ever, andNO SPOILERS INCLUDED: With Mass Effect 1, you were given an introduction to a universe that felt real, and the fact that BioWare spent so much time and resources toward building the universe was an approach I appreciated. However, with Mass Effect 2, BioWare had partnered up with EA, therefore increasing their budget for Mass Effect 2 exponentially. The writing is still solid as ever, and every major problem with Mass Effect 1 was fixed and drastically improved with Mass Effect 2, especially the dialogue, combat, and difficulty spikes. Where in Mass Effect 1, it feels as if conversation are too forced or stale, nearly every conversation in the sequel feels natural and well done. Where in Mass Effect 1, the combat was ridiculously broken in many different ways, the sequel's combat both diversifies itself far more and expands upon previous foundations. The one complaint is the introduction of thermal clips, but since this introduction also means you can no longer pick and pop out of cover like you'd do in Mass Effect 1, I eventually welcomed the change. Where in Mass Effect 1, the only way you'd challenge yourself is on Insanity, which you have to unlock by beating the campaign at least once, the sequel is far more challenging thanks to a weaker shields system, more enemies, more enemy variety, and several different strengths and weaknesses to every part of the combat which can be exploited by both you and the AI, who are significantly smarter in the sequel than they were in Mass Effect 1. Where Mass Effect 1 is begging for a remaster in it's current 13 year old state, Mass Effect 2's art and graphics still look so good, you could make the case that it doesn't need a remaster and won't need one for another 10 years. Well done, BioWare. Well done. This is your masterpiece as a game developer. Take pride in that, because that's good company to be in, what not with KOTOR, Dragon Age, and Baldur's Gate also being developed by BioWare.… Expand
  22. AntiqueOne
    Sep 20, 2020
    7
    Comparing to the first game story could have been better. While the game prefers to focus on independent stories, the story in the background wasn't as compelling as the first. And the biggest problem is the logic behind all quests, except for two, were exactly the same. Just spawn on a random map, fight through the end, then the quest is completed. This is just a poor design and lacks theComparing to the first game story could have been better. While the game prefers to focus on independent stories, the story in the background wasn't as compelling as the first. And the biggest problem is the logic behind all quests, except for two, were exactly the same. Just spawn on a random map, fight through the end, then the quest is completed. This is just a poor design and lacks the feel of involvement. Fortunately, most of these quests have interesting enough stories. However, regarding the first game and the comments on this one, I had imagined this game way better.… Expand
  23. przemeks1982
    Sep 17, 2020
    10
    I'm a big fan of the whole trilogy, but part 2 is my top game of all time. One of the best game plots ever. Not only the main story - even the side-missions for your game companions are a masterpiece (and the NPC character building is a masterpiece).
  24. Lifwerne
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    I made a list in my head of my favorite RPG:s of all time and I think Mass Effect 2 is my number one out of all games i've played with a close Divinity Original Sin 2.
    So I cannot give it anything else than a 10.
    + *Awsome story *Awsome graphics (for it's time) *Awsome voice acting and characters *You feel like a hero. *Awsome music *Immersive *Good choices *Great and fun    I made a list in my head of my favorite RPG:s of all time and I think Mass Effect 2 is my number one out of all games i've played with a close Divinity Original Sin 2.
    So I cannot give it anything else than a 10.

    +
    *Awsome story
    *Awsome graphics (for it's time)
    *Awsome voice acting and characters
    *You feel like a hero.
    *Awsome music
    *Immersive
    *Good choices
    *Great and fun combat
    *No **** SJW agenda where
    everyone has to be ugly like now or
    push IRL politics down your throat
    *Before the time of greedy game companies
    *Good optimization
    -
    Cannot think of any. All games can be bigger and better
    in some aspect. Nothing noteworthy.    … Expand
  25. nexus151196
    Sep 6, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра студии, великая опера, игра детства.Сколько я ее проходил и не сосчитать! Каждый персонаж , каждая миссия, каждый диалог и планета сделаны с любовью и трепетом. Это великая игра, которую каждый обязан пройти. Вселенная которую создали Bioware - это монументальное произведение:жнецы, ретрансляторы, древние расы, Левиафаны ,это все очень ооооочень интересно .Лучшая игра студии, великая опера, игра детства.Сколько я ее проходил и не сосчитать! Каждый персонаж , каждая миссия, каждый диалог и планета сделаны с любовью и трепетом. Это великая игра, которую каждый обязан пройти. Вселенная которую создали Bioware - это монументальное произведение:жнецы, ретрансляторы, древние расы, Левиафаны ,это все очень ооооочень интересно .
  26. relampago
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    na minha opinião este é o melhor jogo de sempre, temos o destino de toda a tripulação nas nossas atitudes durante o jogo.
  27. bigreview122
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best sequels to one of the best games to exist. Characters are well written, the story is well written and the combat is a lot more improved than the previous game. 10/10 worth the full price.
  28. Blint31
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mass Effect 2

    Positives
    -Great characters
    -Best final mission in a video game
    -Unique atmosphere
    -Your choices have serious consequences

    Negatives
    -The first hours when you have to recruit your mates was a bit repetetive for me.

    Mass Effect 2 is an incredible sci-fi game.    … Expand
  29. flowersdiego
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Less RPG elements, better engine, better combat and a excellent contiuation to that amazing story
  30. JamesDrawsThngs
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    Mass Effect was a strong, yet ultimately flawed start to Bioware's next big franchise. It introduced players to it's new characters and universe, leaving fans salivating for its much anticipated sequel. Upon its release, ME2 received widespread critical and commercial success, and for damn good reason. ME2 is a much leaner, more refined experience compared to its predecessor (but notMass Effect was a strong, yet ultimately flawed start to Bioware's next big franchise. It introduced players to it's new characters and universe, leaving fans salivating for its much anticipated sequel. Upon its release, ME2 received widespread critical and commercial success, and for damn good reason. ME2 is a much leaner, more refined experience compared to its predecessor (but not without its own issues). It's storytelling was going into darker territory, there's a whole new cast of characters in addition to old faces and the combat received a significant overhaul. In pretty much every respect, I consider ME2 the pinnacle of the series.

    The game takes place a couple of years after ME1. After an unexpected encounter with a new threat, Shepard finds himself working with the morally questionable Cerberus, led by the aptly named Illusive Man. He provides Shepard with a new ship, resources and dossiers on people best suited to help them launch a suicide mission against a race of beings known as the collectors. Much like the first game, the general storytelling, while solid in its own right (though with moments that feel contrived), takes a huge backseat to the individual characters and your relationships with them. The new characters you recruit are some of the very best in the series. There was not a single one that I did not root for or wanted to learn more about, especially when they are given their own individual loyalty missions to further flesh them out. The presentation also received a massive overhaul. General graphical fidelity and has certainly increased, but it's the art design, lighting and cinematography that really sells the experience. The bold colors and dark shadows perfectly add to the darker atmosphere that the game creates, and character interactions are far more dynamic and interesting. Despite the darker tone, the game manages to be surprisingly funny at points as well. The fantastic music and voice acting further sells the experience. Bioware was finally able to develop and refine their own style with ME2.

    Combat is another huge improvement. They were able to refine the shooting mechanics and even make a few improvements to character and enemy AI compared to the first game. The game is structured a lot more linear this time around, feeling more like level-to-level progression. The game streamlines a lot, from the exploration to the level up system, and in some respects I do feel that's a step back from ME1. It feels far less like an RPG and more like a traditional 3rd-Person shooter with RPG elements. That being said, ME2's refinements to gameplay more than make up for that shortcoming. The game also introduces resource collecting, where you would travel to different planets on the galaxy map and launch probes at select spots to collect resources for upgrades that are needed to improve you and your party, but also ones that are vital to your mission. On a fresh playthrough, this is easily the most tedious, boring part of the game. If you want to get the best outcome, however, you're gonna have to do some farming. If you are doing an imported playthrough or have multiple save files on hand, you'll have enough resources from the get-go for this not to be an issue.

    ME2 continues ME1's emphasis on choices. You can import your save data from that game into ME2, which not only provide subtle and big changes to game world, but you'll also get additional bonuses in resources and credits to make your job a bit easier. The game also retains the traditional paragon/renegade system, but this time adds an interrupt system to spice up your choices, some with significance and others just for humor. The decisions you make in this game feel like they have a lot more weight this time around, and have some of the most dire consequences for the series.

    If you have more of an affinity for ME1's more traditional RPG elements, you may be disappointed with how more stripped down it can feel. If you can look past that, however, you'll find a more interesting world, plenty of memorable characters and refined combat to keep you invested in. Not only do I think this is the best game in the series, but ME2 is one of my all time favorite game period.    … Expand
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#1 Best PC Game of 2010
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#3 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#4 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. Vandal
    96
    Mass Effect 2 resumes with pride the path opened by the first game. This sequel is a lesson of how things should be made.
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  2. AtomicGamer
    96
    Mass Effect 2 delivers a story that's deeper than what many novelists are capable of, and its action is better than what most Hollywood directors are creating nowadays. It's an addictive, engrossing experience that many gamers will replay over and over while they hold their breath waiting for the third game.
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  3. PC Games
    88
    A brilliant mix of shooter and role-playing, filled with great characters, excellent design, lots of action and clever dialogue. It's a shame though that Bioware did not improve the inventory and skill system of the first game, but actually reduced it even more. I really wished there were more customization options, more ways to develop and gear up my characters. But all these are merely small points of criticism, since there is so much to feel and experience in this game. Mass Effect 2 is a thrilling, emotional ride and ultimately every bit as good as its predecessor.
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