Mass Effect

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  1. safteygamerpro
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    Mass Effect is very fun with good graphics ok gameplay and a fun story. The part of the game that sticks out from the other mass effects is the open world the other games didnt let u explore as much as this game but they had the gameplay and story
  2. FabioFisher
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    The universe of Mass Effect is wonderfull, the races, the playability, the characters, the combat is all Amazing!!
  3. perimeno
    Dec 12, 2014
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played. Although it's graphic is not as beautiful as the following MEs but the complex character evolution is the best in the series. Lot of people hate Mako quests but I have no problem with them. All in all my favorite episode is the first one in the series.
  4. moonlight_shado
    Apr 22, 2016
    10
    Better than Skyrim, Witcher 3 and Dragon Age all together. Unfortunately every next ME game was more and more stripped down from their rpg mechanics, being more consolized, but this one, this has all the magic. The plot is fresh and well written, the story unfold in a proper, narrative way. The choices. The inventory and character development is the best as well. Exploration of planetsBetter than Skyrim, Witcher 3 and Dragon Age all together. Unfortunately every next ME game was more and more stripped down from their rpg mechanics, being more consolized, but this one, this has all the magic. The plot is fresh and well written, the story unfold in a proper, narrative way. The choices. The inventory and character development is the best as well. Exploration of planets makes it almost perfect sandbox game. Graphics for an almost 10 yo game still looks very good and doesn't stand out from today's standards. What else for me to say. Maybe that i wish Bioware stop the trilogy with... the first and only Mass Effect. Instead of reapers make the Saren Diablo-like treat to entire galaxy and voila. ME2 is at least fun but ME3 is so dumb (and i'm not **** only about the ending) that it almost kill the pleasure of entire game but gladly i overcome it and for me the history of Shepard ends here, with ME1 and the rest i leave for my imagination.… Expand
  5. VFerreira93
    Mar 21, 2015
    10
    I was... surprised, I admit it.
    I never thought that I would love this videogame as much as I do! I seriously have to thank my friends for their recommendation :)
    The story was brilliant and very well developed, it kept me at the edge of my seat until I finished it. The graphics were stunningly beautiful and the pacing of it managed to keep me interested in everything that was shown    I was... surprised, I admit it.
    I never thought that I would love this videogame as much as I do! I seriously have to thank my friends for their recommendation :)
    The story was brilliant and very well developed, it kept me at the edge of my seat until I finished it. The graphics were stunningly beautiful and the pacing of it managed to keep me interested in everything that was shown here. I didn't manage to complete a lot of side-quests but the ones I did were entertaining and quite funny, actually.
    The characters in general had a certain level of complexity that captivated me along the way and sometimes I would choose other options to just see them talk about things that happened in their past.
    But the most interesting aspect of Mass Effect was the capacity of making your own choices and deciding which dialogues your main character would say and how their ending was going to be. That, in my opinion, is what makes ME such a unique game in this industry.
    And because of all this, I have to give it 10/10. Such an amazing videogame and I can't wait to play ME2! :D    … Expand
  6. MenaBanana
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    The best installment in the entire series. The game that started it all. The questions presented in this game will keep you hooked for the whole trilogy, and you will come to miss many of the RPG elements that 2 and 3 downsized.
  7. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Mass Effect has become one of the colossal cult-classics of video gaming; and rightfully so. The game has great level design, endless narrative possibilities thanks to its multi-choice format storytelling that made it become iconic in the first place. BioWare knew what the hell it was doing when it decided to use the experience they got from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic andMass Effect has become one of the colossal cult-classics of video gaming; and rightfully so. The game has great level design, endless narrative possibilities thanks to its multi-choice format storytelling that made it become iconic in the first place. BioWare knew what the hell it was doing when it decided to use the experience they got from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and decided to apply all that to an original IP for the company. And the result: a classic that forever changed gaming in 2007.

    Mass Effect can debate-ably be considered Canada's biggest important of the 21st Century; at least in multimedia storytelling which the franchise has since gone on to 'effect'.

    Commander Shepard, The Reapers, Garrus, Tali, Urdnot Wrex have all gotten well-deserved love and respect from gamers everywhere. Mass Effect is a special franchise that feels like it's always been there in the background.    … Expand
  8. Kubka4
    Aug 19, 2015
    10
    This game has a great thrilling story. Also characters are brilliant and they have deep personality. I loved to play along them. Just perfect game, which you must play.
  9. Liuon
    Apr 12, 2017
    10
    Before that game, I wasn't interesting at all at playing Sci-Fi games because I found them too boring, even though I really like Sci-Fi movies. This game changed my perspective about games, gave me unforgettable experiences and initiated me into the world of Mass Effect. I will continue the series until the end to find out everything about this magnificent world.
  10. themars2011
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Mass Effect is one of the best games that have ever been created. I played through this game possibly hundreds of times (I stopped counting) and I still enjoy every minute of it. If you are a sci-fi fan and can bear some kinda outdated (-ish) gameplay, definitely play this game.
  11. samueldacruz
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Como shooter, é um jogo mediano (apesar de ter uma jogabilidade com elementos variados, dependendo da classe e dos companions), mas com certeza essa não é a proposta principal do Game. Mass Effect brilha mesmo é na história, esta, que pode tomar diferentes rumos dependendo de suas escolhas. Além dos pesonagens extramamente carismáticos (apesar do Shepard masculino não ser tanto), o jogoComo shooter, é um jogo mediano (apesar de ter uma jogabilidade com elementos variados, dependendo da classe e dos companions), mas com certeza essa não é a proposta principal do Game. Mass Effect brilha mesmo é na história, esta, que pode tomar diferentes rumos dependendo de suas escolhas. Além dos pesonagens extramamente carismáticos (apesar do Shepard masculino não ser tanto), o jogo tem um universo com diversos elementos sensacionais. Um dos meus games favoritos 10/10… Expand
  12. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Intelligent, impressionnant et fascinant : on en reparlera encore dans 20 ans, dans 100 ans, dans 50 000 ans... un monument du jeu de rôle et une nouvelle référence du space opera. C'est la quatrième fois que je le termine (sur PC -après les trois premières sur 360) et je ne m'en lasse pas.

    Ses plus grandes (et immenses) qualités demeureront son histoire et son univers, créés à la fois    Intelligent, impressionnant et fascinant : on en reparlera encore dans 20 ans, dans 100 ans, dans 50 000 ans... un monument du jeu de rôle et une nouvelle référence du space opera. C'est la quatrième fois que je le termine (sur PC -après les trois premières sur 360) et je ne m'en lasse pas.

    Ses plus grandes (et immenses) qualités demeureront son histoire et son univers, créés à la fois à partir de rien et inspirés de tout ce que la Science-Fiction a produit depuis des lustres. Les choix, les dialogues, les personnages, l'implication du joueur, la crédibilité de ce monde... on n'avait tout simplement jamais vu ça avant.

    Bien sûr tout n'est pas parfait et les balades en mako emmerdent toujours autant et le système de combat (très bien conçu) pâtit du comportement désordonné de l'IA ennemie. Sur PC, le jeu est sensiblement plus beau que sur 360 et surtout 50 000 fois plus fluide. Le pad n'est pas supporté (hélas, mille fois hélas !) mais l'interface a été habilement repensée pour le tandem clavier/souris. Le jeu est également d'une stabilité à toute épreuve et jouit d'une excellente finition (aucun bug -même minime- à déplorer).

    Bref, il vaut son 10 : c'est bien la première fois que je finis un jeu... quatre fois !    … Expand
  13. Promothane
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Mass Effect is a brilliant piece of work that will bring you unforgettable experience as you coming through the history of the Milky Way. I personally believe that this is the best game I've ever played due to the fact that I'd never felt so emotionally connected to story and character you're playing for. I strongly recommend this game to everyone who is passionate about Sci-Fi stories,Mass Effect is a brilliant piece of work that will bring you unforgettable experience as you coming through the history of the Milky Way. I personally believe that this is the best game I've ever played due to the fact that I'd never felt so emotionally connected to story and character you're playing for. I strongly recommend this game to everyone who is passionate about Sci-Fi stories, rich story line and extremely well-developed dialogues during your time in elevator ;)… Expand
  14. Panica3643D
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Вот такими и должны быть игры в жанре RPG. Интересная история с колоритными и хорошо прописанными персонажами. Много выборов, которые действительно влияют на игру. Жаль, что таких игр так мало.
  15. Verg9797
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    Mass Effect is a science fiction gem! I regret not trying out this game sooner. It is a 3rd person action rpg. Released in 2008 it isn't the prettiest but with different mods such as the MEUTIM and some tweaks in the nvidia control panel(recommended) you can make it look good. Playing it on the PC and I instantly knew that it was meant for a console rather than pc. Other than that I haveMass Effect is a science fiction gem! I regret not trying out this game sooner. It is a 3rd person action rpg. Released in 2008 it isn't the prettiest but with different mods such as the MEUTIM and some tweaks in the nvidia control panel(recommended) you can make it look good. Playing it on the PC and I instantly knew that it was meant for a console rather than pc. Other than that I have found no flaw in it at all. I personally loved the combat that made you focus more on leveling up the player according to your own style. But the BEST bit about mass effect is Of course its incredible stroyline. You can determine the fate of this epic by choosing different dialogue options. I will admit that this game gave me goosebumps numerous times during my play-through. By the time I finished the game(12 hrs in 2 days) I felt like I had finished an incredible movie. This game has the stroyline that puts most JRPGs to shame. So, if you haven't had the chance to play this game before, stop wasting your time and JUST TRY IT!… Expand
  16. KittyWhisky
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    I appreciated this game immediately. At first it seemed boring, and not very beautiful. But! Cost me my first job, as my opinion has changed!
    Mass Effect is the best space opera. I marvelled at how beautifully written dialogues. The range of answers is a good idea. The characters in the dialogue is sharp, it's like I'm watching a real movie!
    The plot is very intriguing and doesn't let go    I appreciated this game immediately. At first it seemed boring, and not very beautiful. But! Cost me my first job, as my opinion has changed!
    Mass Effect is the best space opera. I marvelled at how beautifully written dialogues. The range of answers is a good idea. The characters in the dialogue is sharp, it's like I'm watching a real movie!
    The plot is very intriguing and doesn't let go until the end! And this is only the beginning. The world and lore of the game is incredibly developed.
    Among the characters you are sure to find your favorites, and awake to take with you. Almost all the characters are interesting, with their history and views.    … Expand
  17. Khalazza
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    A game would really have to 'wow' me to get a 10. Mass Effect is one of those rare games which did. It took me off planet Earth, and injected me into the stars. Amazing story, incredibly interesting characters which you care about, and fun exciting combat.
  18. NRbgj
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    Space opera of the computer gaming world. The best PC game trilogy. Story telling and narrative at its best. A piece of art, a classic and its legacy will endure. Long may the trilogy be remembered.
  19. sirArterius
    May 12, 2017
    10
    The phenomenon and a breakthrough in rpg game industry. I totally love it's atmosphere and story.
    It was so ahead of its time.
    What the hell has happened with Bioware since those times of decent rpg games?
  20. przemeks1982
    Sep 17, 2020
    10
    One of the best action-RPGs, and one of the best game plots of all time - interesting, emotional, immersive.
  21. dlcatalin
    Sep 8, 2022
    10
    I finished it just now in 2022, like 10 years after it was released lol. It is one of the best games i ever played. I couldn't wait to bang Ashley. The graphics still hold pretty well, the textures are pixelated here and there. I give it a solid 10, good story, nice gameplay.
  22. brwnie
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    The game that started arguably one of the best trilogies in all of gaming. Really Innovative in terms of character development and storytelling.
  23. Ieronimg
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Mass Effect 1 was where it all started for me. The galaxy, the characters, and that sense of grand space adventure - it's all here. BioWare set the bar high with this one. Playing it felt like diving into a sci-fi novel, and I was hooked from start to finish.
  24. calanga
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    Kind of annoying at the beginning but them you love it, and replay 1,2,3..... i still play it
  25. SilverOrlov
    Oct 9, 2019
    10
    I played this game of 2008 in 2016, and it was interesting to me. With its very simple graphics, it has a very, very strong atmosphere, history and game-play. It is a masterpiece.
  26. TheHosdadal
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    Это Mass Effect, классика.
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    Секреты — они как герпес. Если он у тебя есть, ты делишься им с окружающими. (c)
  27. zbysiek123456
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This game is fantastic! Best rpg of 2008.I remember when I first saw characters animation I was shocked. Probably better than in Andromeda :p Great story, game play but the best parts are characters and relationship's between them. 10/10
  28. Sh3p4rd90
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest RPG's ever made. This game has some of the best and most iconic video game characters ever created, a great story and some challenging decision making that will have a big impact on the game. Combat mechanics can feel a bit stiff sometimes but except for that this is a true classic.
  29. Ordnik
    May 14, 2021
    10
    An amazing SCI-FI RPG experience. Lots of choices, different type of endings and interactions. Interesting story and characters. Mass Fun!

    Pros:
    -Great story
    -Interesting characters and lore
    -Different game-changing choices. (speech, action)

    Cons:
    -Combat isn't so good.
    -Mouse sensitivity is weird.
  30. AlexeySoltan
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    i hated space setting until i played this game. masterpiece .
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#7 Best PC Game of 2008
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#6 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#5 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. GameSpot
    90
    Whether you're a seasoned Spectre looking to suit up again, or a newcomer who has never set foot on the Normandy, the refined PC version is your best choice for experiencing this excellent game.
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  2. PTGamers
    95
    Mass Effect PC wasn't rushed, this version has clearly been thoroughly thought-out to exploit the advantages of this platform.
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  3. G4 TV
    100
    Computer owners are getting everything found in the Xbox 360 game, including achievements and online leaderboards, but with better visuals, smoother action, and a more streamlined interface. That the game rings up at a lower retail price and offers the first expansion pack as a free download is simply icing on the cake.
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