Mass Effect

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  1. MrSnaztastic
    Dec 2, 2013
    7
    Soldiering through the repetitive, tiresome combat of the first 17 hours made the balls-tighteningly awesome finale all the more insanely epic. My struggle to be a competent player mirrored Shep's struggle to be a competent leader. We fought long and hard to make it to the climax, and oh boy was it a climax. One of the best stories in all of gaming, surpassed by its successor in usability,Soldiering through the repetitive, tiresome combat of the first 17 hours made the balls-tighteningly awesome finale all the more insanely epic. My struggle to be a competent player mirrored Shep's struggle to be a competent leader. We fought long and hard to make it to the climax, and oh boy was it a climax. One of the best stories in all of gaming, surpassed by its successor in usability, but not in mental anguish.

    As for the PS3 port, it's about on the same level as Mass Effect 2 was in terms of performance. You get the usual lack of anti-aliasing and some dodgy framerate during fights, but for the most part it's pretty solid. I'd previously played ME1 on PC, and going through it on console really hammers home just how much they improved all aspects of the moment-to-moment gameplay in the sequel. Just as well that there's plenty of delicious dialogue trees to dive into and uncharted worlds to explore (albeit in that sodding... bouncing.. truck.. thing...)

    If you can stand the load times, it's definitely worth adding this to your collection to see how it all began, before playing the vastly more fun and epic sequels.    … Expand
  2. Darkmark
    Mar 9, 2013
    8
    Nice story, nice gameplay and overall a pretty nice experience. Nothing revolutionizing though and if it hadn't been for the other games in the series i probably wouldn't have played it more than once.
  3. mjthadw
    Jan 1, 2013
    10
    Mass Effect deserves nothing short of a 10. Sure this game is old with outdated graphics and average gameplay but so was the original Metal Gear Solid. Like Metal Gear Solid, Mass Effect is the beginning of one of the most prestigious gaming experience to ever come to videogames. The PS3 version of Mass Effect does play better than the XBOX 360 version with little to no frame rate issues,Mass Effect deserves nothing short of a 10. Sure this game is old with outdated graphics and average gameplay but so was the original Metal Gear Solid. Like Metal Gear Solid, Mass Effect is the beginning of one of the most prestigious gaming experience to ever come to videogames. The PS3 version of Mass Effect does play better than the XBOX 360 version with little to no frame rate issues, faster load times, and with the same control scheme as the 360 I have found that Mass Effect is more comfortable to play than its sequels. For PS3 owners finally being able to meet and interact with characters you've only seen in the sequels will make you come to respect and care for them (which is a trait absent from most games today) even if you don't know what part they will play in your future experience. In Mass Effect you can choose to be a hero or a badass who likes to get things done the easy way, but the easy way might lead to future consequences. In Mass Effect your choices are your own, the way you act to shipmates, whether you show mercy to a fallen foe or fill them with enough plasma to pop a tank, to whether you are a male or female Shepard with a tragic past, and deciding whether helpless people should be saved or sacrificed. I have never played a better videogame trilogy, this trilogy that will make you laugh, cry, and scream for just one more character to chat with, another alien to blast into oblivion, or another planet to explore. Mass Effect is for videogames as Star Wars is for movies as the Lord of the Rings is for books and as the Mona Lisa is for art. The journey through Mass Effect has been THE greatest videogame experience that I have ever had, no other series (except Metal Gear Solid) has come close to topping this trilogy, and none ever will. The journey everyone must experience starts here with Mass Effect.… Expand
  4. Magnifico
    May 6, 2013
    8
    Bought the Trilogy since this was the first time I've had the luxury of playing any of the Mass Effect games. So unlike other people, I had nothing to compare it to and no backstory to fill in any gaps. The story is awesome and so is the gameplay, and you can't help but play it more than once so that you can hear all the different diologues when going renegade or paragon. A truelyBought the Trilogy since this was the first time I've had the luxury of playing any of the Mass Effect games. So unlike other people, I had nothing to compare it to and no backstory to fill in any gaps. The story is awesome and so is the gameplay, and you can't help but play it more than once so that you can hear all the different diologues when going renegade or paragon. A truely enjoyable game. Now.. on to the 2nd one!!… Expand
  5. Jupperzz
    Jan 17, 2013
    10
    Bioware have created an incredible galaxy here, in my opinion its arguably better than star wars. The gameplay may be a little clunky, but its fun, collecting new weapons, armour and mods is tons of fun. The story is so engrossing and the characters are so believable and 3 dimensional, you will feel some emotion towards each of the main cast. It is a fantastic game, not too pricey, butBioware have created an incredible galaxy here, in my opinion its arguably better than star wars. The gameplay may be a little clunky, but its fun, collecting new weapons, armour and mods is tons of fun. The story is so engrossing and the characters are so believable and 3 dimensional, you will feel some emotion towards each of the main cast. It is a fantastic game, not too pricey, but worth every penny.… Expand
  6. ChrisOR
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    I sometimes wait to write reviews...mostly because I'm a salad bar gamer- when I buy a game I incorporate it into my existing collection and take my time. This being said Mass Effect was a game I've always wanted to play, and I almost bought a 360 for it alone. I was overjoyed when ME2 came to the PS3 and enjoyed it thoroughly (I still own my original copy) and ME3 came along (which II sometimes wait to write reviews...mostly because I'm a salad bar gamer- when I buy a game I incorporate it into my existing collection and take my time. This being said Mass Effect was a game I've always wanted to play, and I almost bought a 360 for it alone. I was overjoyed when ME2 came to the PS3 and enjoyed it thoroughly (I still own my original copy) and ME3 came along (which I enjoyed thoroughly, it's the greatest futuristic epic in all of gaming) but I always felt like I missed out not playing ME. When it finally released on PS3 I bought it immediately and let me say....I enjoyed it thoroughly. Technically speaking ME is rather primitive in many ways compared to ME2 whcih is to be expected given that ME2 is an evolution from ME. That should be taken as a given but should it scare interested people away? Not at all. ME graphically runs on an older engine (PS3 owners are really spoiled here, our version of ME2 ran on the same engine as ME3 which is why it's better looking than the 360 version) which is interesting insomuch as comparing it to other offerings of 2006-07 and it is clearly superior to Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, etc.- in many ways it still holds up well. ME is a good deal shorter than ME2 as well but there again is the benefit of evolution; ME2 was also built to be more immersive in its storytelling (in the same way Uncharted 2 evolved from Uncharted). Those are the negatives for a 5 year old game just now getting released: it's technologically inferior and less immersive overall. The controls are also spotty and the cover mechanic is again inferior to successive entries.

    This being said ME is an experience any series fan should have as it accomplishes something only people who started with ME2 can truly appreciate: completeness. When I started a new game on ME I immediately felt fully initiated to Mass Effect; ME2 suddenly had a greater context and more drama to it than ever before. The Sheppard you create in ME is someone you grow with- his/her friendship with Wrex or Garrus or Tali suddenly has great depth. Decisions made in the graphic novel version of ME2 always felt like a "choose your own adventure" book which gave the game a "drop in" quality leaving a PS3 owner to feel slightly dislocated from characters and events that carry over into ME2 which was previously a downside in regards to immersion. When you play the series in chronological order events that can result in picking and choosing who dies take on a new dimension. This is the main reason to own and play Mass Effect: experiencing the story hollistically and even though in many ways it is primitive compared to successive games overall it still delivers top-notch entertainment value. Also the PS3 version of Mass Effect has all of the DLC built in which is a bonus; previously XBox 360 owners had to pay for it seperately. The final verdict is if you approach Mass Effect like its an extension of the gameplay from ME2 or 3 you'll be disappointed. But if you approach the game based upon its own merits with the idea of experiencing a luxury previously restricted to 360 owners you'll be pleasantly surprised. Finally, if you're someone like me and you want to see how log running NPCs such as Tali, Garrus, Liara, Wrex and/ or Ashley and Kaiden Alenko became veteran acquaintances of Cmd. Sheppard you'll enjoy this game. Finally if you want to understand how the story unfolds you really need to play all three to totally enjoy the gem of this generation that is Mass Effect.    … Expand
  7. sJagstang
    Mar 15, 2013
    7
    The beginning of the Mass Effect Trilogy has finally come to PS3 after being released on Xbox 360 and PC a long time ago, Whilst the game is great there are a few things that bring it back mainly being technical issues and a lack of polish that the other games in the series have, It has not aged well but that doesn't take away from the fact that the game has a fantastic story, solidThe beginning of the Mass Effect Trilogy has finally come to PS3 after being released on Xbox 360 and PC a long time ago, Whilst the game is great there are a few things that bring it back mainly being technical issues and a lack of polish that the other games in the series have, It has not aged well but that doesn't take away from the fact that the game has a fantastic story, solid gameplay (Unpolished but decent), great characters and it begins one of the best game series of this generation, If you plan on playing the Mass Effect Trilogy then you should start with the original despite some of it's issues, even if you have already played Mass Effect 2 and 3 but not the original then you should play it to see how the story begins in full detail, It's worth the purchase and you won't be disappointed if you can get past the issues it has.… Expand
  8. mostruash
    Sep 10, 2014
    8
    Good stuff: Great characters, dialogs, main story, voice acting.
    Bad stuff: AI (both enemy and friendly), loading times, grindy side quests, inventory system, random freezing.
    Mixed: Gameplay, combat.
  9. gyamtso
    Sep 21, 2014
    10
    I have a long experience in RPGs and action RPGs. Started with master system but my most intensive experience in the genre was with the SNES with games like Legend of the Zelda, Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger (my ever favorite game - I have more than 200 hours in that game), FFV and FFVI, Secret of Mana, Secret of Evermore, Lufia I and II, Breath of Fire VI (not sure if is the VI) and many manyI have a long experience in RPGs and action RPGs. Started with master system but my most intensive experience in the genre was with the SNES with games like Legend of the Zelda, Mario RPG, Chrono Trigger (my ever favorite game - I have more than 200 hours in that game), FFV and FFVI, Secret of Mana, Secret of Evermore, Lufia I and II, Breath of Fire VI (not sure if is the VI) and many many others.

    After that, loads of RPGs and action RPGs on PC, like Diablo I and II, Baldur's Gate II, FFVII and many others. With this introduction I want to say that I have some experience in the *real* RPGs and Mass Effect I is one of the best of the best, maybe the best PC action RPG that I've played, together with Diablo I.

    The RPG elements are all there, like the level progression, the incredible plot, the choices and the consequences, an astounding soundtrack and sound effects (I CAN'T forget the ringing sound that plays some times, haha). So, to sum up, it's an unforgetable game and experience.

    I've finished it 5 times and now is the time for a new game, on the hardest but this time I have no hurry in finishing that. My intention is to enjoy this precious jewel in all its rarity. So rare that the sequences aren't worth even the name "sequence".

    If you never played Mass Effect I and like RPGs, do it as soon as you can because this game will make you content.    … Expand
  10. diehard-gamer
    Mar 8, 2014
    9
    I'm playing the Mass Effect series quite a long time after release, but I've just completed the trilogy.

    ME1 is a great start. The story is good. You build your team and care about them. The mechanics are good. The follow through from one game to the next (you import your character to the next game) is good. The Sound, music and voice acting is good. The graphics get noticeably better    I'm playing the Mass Effect series quite a long time after release, but I've just completed the trilogy.

    ME1 is a great start. The story is good. You build your team and care about them. The mechanics are good. The follow through from one game to the next (you import your character to the next game) is good. The Sound, music and voice acting is good. The graphics get noticeably better from one game to the next, but ME 1 still looks good.

    ME is right up there with Skyrim as an epic RPG.    … Expand
  11. cbeers2513
    Dec 29, 2013
    9
    There are some moments in gaming where you just know right off the bat that you are in for an incredible experience. No doubt is in your mind as you take your first step into the great unknown of a new adventure. When Mass Effect's title screen first appeared, and I heard the beautiful galactic overture that now rests on my iPod whenever I need it, I knew that I was in for an unbelievableThere are some moments in gaming where you just know right off the bat that you are in for an incredible experience. No doubt is in your mind as you take your first step into the great unknown of a new adventure. When Mass Effect's title screen first appeared, and I heard the beautiful galactic overture that now rests on my iPod whenever I need it, I knew that I was in for an unbelievable ride.
    Mass Effect is an amazing game from start to finish and quite possibly my favorite RPG of all time. You play Commander Shepard, a military hero who has just been promoted to an elite group of crime-fighters known as the Specters. Your first mission is to find a rogue agent named Saren, not only uncovering his diabolical plans for the Citadel but also establishing faith in the human race. The greatest aspect of the game is the way your decisions impact the narrative. Every conversation and choice you make impacts the way your crew views you, as well as the rest of the galaxy. You can be a peace-seeking hero who resolves conflicts with words before fists or a ruthless renegade who decimates anyone or anything in his path. While it would have been nice to have a middle ground (it is imperative that you choose one side or the other in order to unlock crucial conversation options) or even a system of conversing where the good and bad options weren't spelled out for you (like in the Walking Dead), Mass Effect makes you feel in the driver's seat. This is YOUR story, and your friends will live or die based on your decisions.
    Combat is engaging and fully functional. There are very few fighting bugs ad each battle, whether it be drones or reanimated human corpses called Husks, is a blast. One of the greatest features of the game is the amount of depth in its customization mode. Everything you own, from your armor to your weapon to the bullets that you fire, can be changed and traded based on your personal preference. While tedious at times, the result is an added sense of immersion that makes you feel like you are your own unique soldier.
    In addition, your interactions with your allies are impeccably done. Each character feels real in its own right and each difficult choice you make throughout the game has a visible impact on each one. You can even romance one of your crewmates in genuinely touching scenes of affection, all of which carries over into the next installment.
    Despite all these incredible features, Mass Effect does carry drawbacks. Side missions and planetary exploration on your little rover is incredibly dull and repetitive. Each base is a carbon copy of the last and there is little variety between each mission. In addition, the system of currency in the game is beyond broken. Since you keep each individual piece of equipment you come across, you can sell a majority of your inventory for an easy profit, thereby allowing you to buy the best weapons in the game early on. On top of all this, the characters themselves are, for the most part, bland. Apart from Garrus, Tali, and Liara, the rest of the game's characters left no impact on my expedition. In fact, during one scene I had to choose between two of the characters who I felt no attachment to, feeling like a missed opportunity since it could have featured an extremely difficult decision rather than a flip of the coin. Also, the PS3 port has strange graphical problems such as awkward textures and downright bizarre facial animations.
    Nearly all of these bugs are excusable when you see the finished result. Mass Effect is a timeless space odyssey that will make you really think about the impact you want to leave on this world. The choices you make travel throughout the rest of the trilogy, so each saved life and bullet fired means a lot in the long run. So be prepared when boarding the Normandy. You are in for a journey that lives or dies with you, and never before has the weight of the galaxy rested on your shoulders. Good luck.

    9.3/10    … Expand
  12. bfoore90
    May 18, 2014
    10
    Awesome game! especially because its Bioware before they sold out to the cash cow that is Electronic Arts. In terms of being an RPG, Mass effect 1 is probably the best in the series. It puts alot more emphasis on individual squad development in terms of upgrades and customization than both its sequels( which are more first-person shooters with RPG elements) with most of the characterAwesome game! especially because its Bioware before they sold out to the cash cow that is Electronic Arts. In terms of being an RPG, Mass effect 1 is probably the best in the series. It puts alot more emphasis on individual squad development in terms of upgrades and customization than both its sequels( which are more first-person shooters with RPG elements) with most of the character customization elements taken out. Weapon Customization returns in Mass Effect 3 but for some reason they never went back to the ability to customize your squad in the ways you could in ME1. The Mechanics and gameplay can get clunky at times but you get used to it as the story progresses, the story itself is pretty good and the romances are the best in the series with none of the favoritisms toward a specific LI like you see in ME3. Every romance has a admirable and compelling quality to them which unfortunately was left out in the sequels but overall, its a great game and I greatly recommend playing it even if you are a newcomer to the series… Expand
  13. thegodfigure
    Jan 16, 2014
    8
    I absolutely love Mass Effect. The game looks good and the story is entertaining. The choices you make effect your experience throughout all three Mass Effect games, which gives the older Mass Effect installments higher replay value. It's not perfect, but it is close! Mass Effect 2 only improves on ME1's mechanics and offers a slightly higher degree of complexity to the game.. but playI absolutely love Mass Effect. The game looks good and the story is entertaining. The choices you make effect your experience throughout all three Mass Effect games, which gives the older Mass Effect installments higher replay value. It's not perfect, but it is close! Mass Effect 2 only improves on ME1's mechanics and offers a slightly higher degree of complexity to the game.. but play this first though! Great game.… Expand
  14. erhanz
    Jun 30, 2014
    7
    Finished playing this science fiction RPG!

    Mass Effect, well at first i'm totally not interested in it. I mean, lots of alien races? space stuffs? Those things are serious and i'm afraid i can't really understand any of it. But luckily this game changed my point of view. We play as John Shepherd, you can choose your background for your characters, i chose to be the War Hero. You were a    Finished playing this science fiction RPG!

    Mass Effect, well at first i'm totally not interested in it. I mean, lots of alien races? space stuffs? Those things are serious and i'm afraid i can't really understand any of it. But luckily this game changed my point of view. We play as John Shepherd, you can choose your background for your characters, i chose to be the War Hero. You were a commander in a fleet called Normandy, the most advanced ship in the earth colony. Your first mission is to retrieve a beacon from a long lost races` technology. Saren, A Spectre, a commando unit directly under the council, betrayed them, and try to bring the Reaper, an alien races that annihilated lots of planet before. Saving this world, no..the galaxy from Saren is your mission now.

    Plus point:
    - This game is really fresh for me. I mean yes it's a 3rd person shooting game, but it is an RPG too. And you can have like a lot of Skills.
    - The story is epic, i mean yeah saving the galaxy from a mean Alien? That's just badass.
    But that's all. This game is good, but without any strong points other than the story.
    - Sometimes the choices are really hard. And you really have to choose & act by your nature, that's the best way to dealt with the situation. Like who are you going to save and stuffs. Those choices will really affect the storyline. But not all of it, only some.

    Minus Point:
    - This game is kinda boring. I mean the sub mission is repetitive. You went to a planet, you ride the Mako, Explore, Kill all enemies, quest finished! And there are just too many of this kind of mission. Takes a lot of times to finish each of it.
    - Choices doesn't really change the way the game goes. Well of course there are Renegade and Paragon points which define what kind of hero you are, but that's all. I mean you gave us 3 choices but it doesn't really change the way Shepherd react to it. I mean what he said and the choices sometimes doesn't fit at all. Which is totally weird.

    I'm just finishing the first game and going for the 2nd one. Considering the game has a good story, i kinda recommend it to a sci-fi fans.
    7.5/10 for this game.    … Expand
  15. Joker92
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    The start of one of the best ( if not the best) trilogies in gaming history. The story is on point, and the combat is a fun time once you get accustomed to the 2007 clumsiness. With all of the different choices and classes that will affect your entire journey throughout all three games, this masterpiece simply has to be played multiple time to really have the full experience, and bestThe start of one of the best ( if not the best) trilogies in gaming history. The story is on point, and the combat is a fun time once you get accustomed to the 2007 clumsiness. With all of the different choices and classes that will affect your entire journey throughout all three games, this masterpiece simply has to be played multiple time to really have the full experience, and best thing is each play through and experience is different and unique because there are just so many choices! Do yourself a favor and pick up the trilogy pack for real cheap, and experience one of gaming's most epic stories!… Expand
  16. egoBorder
    Jan 17, 2019
    7
    If the score seems too low, just keep in mind that I'm reviewing this specific version of the game. So if you've never played Mass Effect and the most convenient place for you to play it is on your Playstation 3, here's what's in store for you:

    The game is great, and rightly praised for kicking off one of the most iconic series in gaming. But even with rose-colored glasses of    If the score seems too low, just keep in mind that I'm reviewing this specific version of the game. So if you've never played Mass Effect and the most convenient place for you to play it is on your Playstation 3, here's what's in store for you:

    The game is great, and rightly praised for kicking off one of the most iconic series in gaming. But even with rose-colored glasses of nostalgia, the game stands on its own merits. The futuristic world presented is compelling and thoughtful, and most importantly believable. The story contained is interesting and unique, but not devoid of humor and levity. And the gameplay, as far as can be hoped for an early cover-shooter, holds up fairly well and is properly balanced to provide a challenge but not present too many difficulty speed bumps along the way.

    But not everything in the game has stood the test of time. Unfortunately, most of the things in this category are things related to game design and you'll likely encounter them throughout the entire playthrough. The most egregious are the lack of inventory management and the lack of variety in environments. Just get used to the fact that almost every place outside of a handful will look almost identical to any other place you visit. And be ready to spend a few minutes thinning out your inventory after missions or you'll soon find yourself having to organize 150 frustratingly-similar items in one of the worst U.I.s in recent memory. The checkpoint system isn't a deal-breaker, but a few times it partners with unskippable cutscenes and difficult fights to become extremely frustrating.
    Other minor annoyances are more forgivable, such as the game ambushing you occasionally even if your character has been warned about a location or even told exactly what you'll encounter there. And if you wanna get down to it, the action (shooting portions) are not really well done, but if you're even considering playing a game from 2007 you should already be prepared to be forgiving.

    However, with that being said, it's a little harder to forgive the awfulness of this PS3 port, which released after the trilogy was completed. It's not optimized at all, so this version has the honor of having the worst framerates, longest loading times, and slowest-loading textures. This is hands-down the worst way to experience one of the best games ever made. But like I said, if you're patient and forgiving the game is playable. And the two sequels are really great, so once you finish this game you have a pretty sweet reward waiting for you.    … Expand
  17. silentninjaassa
    Jan 5, 2013
    10
    Just finished this awesome game. I loved ME2 and liked ME3 (not as much 2 by far) so having the first one available for the PS3 is great and explains all the background narratives. And uploading your ME1 character into ME2 opens up new dialog options. ME1 is perhaps the best of the series. Gameplay is fun, if not as polished as ME2. It was fun being a badass as you levelled up. It'sJust finished this awesome game. I loved ME2 and liked ME3 (not as much 2 by far) so having the first one available for the PS3 is great and explains all the background narratives. And uploading your ME1 character into ME2 opens up new dialog options. ME1 is perhaps the best of the series. Gameplay is fun, if not as polished as ME2. It was fun being a badass as you levelled up. It's more of an RPG than the others, and has great storylines. There were some occasional framerate issues and I had to restart once or twice. Also, the final battle froze twice so I had to delete and reinstall the game data. But it was totally worth it. It was nowhere near as glitchy as Skyrim, and similairly worth it for a great game.… Expand
  18. MrBimo
    Dec 9, 2012
    9
    Mass effect on ps3 seems like it was meant to be, i played the 360 version first, very good but is plagued with bugs and so is the ps3 version, but only slightly. The improved loading quickness and the sharpness of textures makes this port very good indeed. I would recommend getting it on ps3 as it is very good and adds to your mass effect collection nicely.
  19. dam1730
    Jun 9, 2013
    8
    If you've played Mass Effect 2 and 3 before you played Mass Effect, it will take a little while to get used to how this game is set up, because it is very different from the other two games in the series. First, I'll start with the things I like about this game compared to the others. First of all, this game is extremely fun to play as a biotic. The powers are good and they work how theyIf you've played Mass Effect 2 and 3 before you played Mass Effect, it will take a little while to get used to how this game is set up, because it is very different from the other two games in the series. First, I'll start with the things I like about this game compared to the others. First of all, this game is extremely fun to play as a biotic. The powers are good and they work how they should. Also, each power has it's own recharge time, so you can almost constantly be using your powers. I've also played through the game as a soldier, which was fun, but I didn't find it as enjoyable as the biotic playthrough. This game definitely feels more like an RPG than ME2 and ME3, some ways are good, some ways are bad. First of all, I prefer the combat without the thermal clips. It makes the game feel more unique. Secondly, I like how much you can explore places like the Citadel. I also prefer this level up system to the other two games'. The first negative element is that the game has much worse graphics than ME2 and ME3. Secondly, the combat isn't as smooth. Another problem is that after missions you often have to run all the way back to the Normandy, which is annoying, (See Noveria). The inventory system is a mess. It wouldn't be a problem if there wasn't a limit, but there is and it's annoying to have to clear it out. Overall though, the game is good. You can definitely tell BioWare cleaned up ME2 and ME3 when compared to this game, unfortunately in some areas they cut out a little too much, but the series as a whole is really good.… Expand
  20. MediaFreak
    Jul 29, 2013
    6
    Overall, not a bad game, but not a great one either. A good story is ruined by below average combat and the worst driving in any game ever. Also there are tonnes of bugs that should have been ironed out, from a couple of hours in I just wanted the game to end so I could move on to the good mass effect games. Don't play unless your desperate to do the full trilogy.
  21. AwkwardTurtle42
    Jun 26, 2013
    10
    I'm glad Bioware decided to bring ME1 to the PS3 after all these years. The story is great and the graphics still hold up well for a 2007 game. If I had known what I had been missing out on all this time then that would have made waiting until now to play it on my PS3 even harder than it already was.
  22. moneygameplaya
    Jan 8, 2013
    10
    The Very Game that nobody believe would EVER be seen and played on Sony's Console. but five years, a buyout from EA of Bioware and improved graphics later, here we are. Even though playing a downgradable version of the sequels to come, the gameplay, the graphics and characters look very crisp, clean and awesome to look and play again and again. Shout Out to Bioware and Edge of RealityThe Very Game that nobody believe would EVER be seen and played on Sony's Console. but five years, a buyout from EA of Bioware and improved graphics later, here we are. Even though playing a downgradable version of the sequels to come, the gameplay, the graphics and characters look very crisp, clean and awesome to look and play again and again. Shout Out to Bioware and Edge of Reality for bringing Shepard's opening adventure against Saren. Mass Effect on PS3 is not just game, it's an Experience.… Expand
  23. SyrupForDragons
    Jun 13, 2014
    10
    The best game in the trilogy & the only true RPG of the bunch. This game sets the tone of the story, lays the groundwork for friendships & gives you hope for what's to come... before EA ruins everything.
  24. krisbedenik
    Jan 23, 2013
    8
    played mass effect on xbox,now playing on ps3, always fun! Bugs are in all games, just stop to compare xbox and ps3 it is stupid and pointless! tastes are different! Just enjoy and have fun, that is what is missing today! how game looks become more important then how it plays! Mass effect 1 is better then ME2 in so many ways, ME3 combines 1 and 2, and gives a great filling how it should beplayed mass effect on xbox,now playing on ps3, always fun! Bugs are in all games, just stop to compare xbox and ps3 it is stupid and pointless! tastes are different! Just enjoy and have fun, that is what is missing today! how game looks become more important then how it plays! Mass effect 1 is better then ME2 in so many ways, ME3 combines 1 and 2, and gives a great filling how it should be from the start!… Expand
  25. Najirra
    Jan 27, 2013
    7
    This game is unquestionably amazing. Even if it has not aged well, one has to look past that and simply accept they're playing a 6 year old game here. I too was frustrated at first, but once you get past the rough edges it becomes an incredibly enjoyable experience. The story is well told and the sound and visuals are stunning. The gameplay is a healthy mix of FPS and RPG, even though atThis game is unquestionably amazing. Even if it has not aged well, one has to look past that and simply accept they're playing a 6 year old game here. I too was frustrated at first, but once you get past the rough edges it becomes an incredibly enjoyable experience. The story is well told and the sound and visuals are stunning. The gameplay is a healthy mix of FPS and RPG, even though at times I found this mix to be somewhat overdone. At times when the game needs to be a shooter, it tries too hard too hard to be an RPG and vice versa during other times. This becomes obvious during boss battles, wich for spoiler's sake I won't talk too much about but let's just say they feel lacking, even at harder difficulties. My biggest gripe with the game however isn't so much a problem with mass effect itself, it's with the developper/publisher. I don't know if this is due to the PS3 or the game itself but let me make one thing clear: if you want a smooth and bug free experience, do NOT play this game on PS3. Either go for the 360 version or better yet, play the PC version, it will save you a lot of frustration. This game (along with other bioware titles I've played on PS3 in the past) has caused my PS3 to freeze on numerous occasions, and while a simple reboot fixes this in most cases, there is nothing more aggravating than losing every shred of progress you've made due to the game crashing (I had to beat the final boss on insanity difficulty 3 times before I got through the entire ending without crashing...). Truly horrid coding on Bioware's part. Nevertheless I applaud this game, bugs and bad coding isn't the game's fault and won't affect my score in the slightest, I just hope the next installment of the franchise has better performance on PS3.… Expand
  26. GuanLuo
    Feb 5, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Of course Bioware would eventually bundle the mass effect games together and finally have the first mass effect game imported to the ps3. They wanted to piss me off and have me spend more money of the mass effect 2 and 3 games separate first before having me spend half of what I paid for those 2 separate games on the complete set, knowing that I would pay for the whole trilogy because I love it so much and I finally get to experience the first game. Luckily they have a digital copy of it online, I guess it wasn't all bad. RIGHT?

    +Well, what can I say about the game, the story is set as the beginning of Commander Shepard's rise to glory, the introduction to the Mass Effect universe, as well as the introduction to your companions. So the storyline is solid. +Game play wise it's not as refined as the ME2; for example the sprinting seems random at times and the enemy AI is borderline annoying to stupid, however it's still an enjoyable shooting game. +The RPG aspect is really good; customization of armor and weapons plus a lot more to class skill tree than in ME2 and ME3; like how certain classes has the ability to increase the chances of opening containers or hack electronic equipments. I now understand that the RPG aspect for the latter installments really got dumb down for the more action packed shooting aspect of the game. +The ending and the end boss was also solid, except for the whole being shot in the head twice and still coming back to live and try to kill you. (So if the first two installment have a boss battle, how come the third installment didn't?) +Also, patches from Bioware gave PS3 Mass Effect games the function to import properly from beginning to end and ignore the need for the Dark Horse Comic book in Mass Effect 2. -Now granted this game is not without its' flaw, the glitches in this game can be really annoying to down right game breaking, luckily for me the glitches only happen once in my play through(really early in the game and not midway). -The freaking slow frame rate for the skin materials to appear on the character model can be really annoying, but hey, if I can kind of tolerate the messed up sync of the audio and the visual in Mass Effect 2, I can kind of tolerate the messed up frame rate in this game. -I cannot believe I would ever want to play through the vehicle stages from the second installment, over the mandatory vehicle stages covering almost halve of the game. Now I do like this terrain tank more than the hover craft in the second installment, since I can still save while in the tank, it takes more hit, and wields a secondary weapon. However, it is still too much, too many. -Finally, this game is only for the ps3 owners who wanted the whole experience of playing through Mass Effect from beginning to end. It doesn't offer anything new to the players that already played through the trilogy from beginning to end. No new weapon, no new armor, no new mission, no new characters, no new cut scenes, etc,. -In fact, not all the dlc from the XBOX version got imported into the PS3 version.    … Expand
  27. roshi82
    Aug 3, 2014
    10
    I was given ME 2 & 3 as a present and was urged to play the first one (couldn't find it in stores bought on PSN) At first I was unsure. I must admit the first few hours were a little slow but once it started. Boy it started! The game was addicting! The story line was great the customization awesome! I love ME! I am a fan. Sure as with all games there are always flaws but they wereI was given ME 2 & 3 as a present and was urged to play the first one (couldn't find it in stores bought on PSN) At first I was unsure. I must admit the first few hours were a little slow but once it started. Boy it started! The game was addicting! The story line was great the customization awesome! I love ME! I am a fan. Sure as with all games there are always flaws but they were nothing to worry about! I would suggest this game to anyone who likes FUN GAMES!… Expand
  28. Kard-N
    Oct 2, 2013
    7
    Interesting game, good RPG personalization, but the controls are really weird, sometimes frustrating.
    PS3 version has a lot of bugs, freezing, and sometimes takes a world to load an stage.
  29. justachair
    May 3, 2013
    7
    The first Xbox exclusive, now multi-platform Mass Effect trilogy is without a doubt one of the most important games of the generation, where decision-based games starred in the front cover with GOTY Awards and financial reception. I thought I should try Mass Effect, and as I saw the trilogy in offer in PlayStation Store, why not jump in? Maybe buying it on this platform this way wasn't theThe first Xbox exclusive, now multi-platform Mass Effect trilogy is without a doubt one of the most important games of the generation, where decision-based games starred in the front cover with GOTY Awards and financial reception. I thought I should try Mass Effect, and as I saw the trilogy in offer in PlayStation Store, why not jump in? Maybe buying it on this platform this way wasn't the best idea.
    The Ps3 version of ME is unfortunately, not as polished and detailed as the PC or Xbox versions. Some glitches, bugs and textures can be passed, some can not. The game, still, is visually impressive. Sometimes, breathtaking sights from an asteroid to an unknown planet pop out and I simply awe, amazed. But Mass Effect's visuals are another page. The main thing (Or at least at the trilogy, as the first entry didn't deliver as much) is the story, or even further, the decisions. Mass Effect's story feels like a summer blockbuster from beginning to end, but with some REALLY tough choices to make in the middle that change your story. Sometimes, I've spent 20 minutes trying to figure out the pros and cons of each choice. The story delivers for its duration. Mass Effect isn't really as long as they sey. You have both Primary and Secondary missions. Doing only Primary missions will take you about 12 hours only. Doing the Secondary and Exploring will extend your gameplay further, around 30 hours. Unfortunately, the secondary missions are ridiculously similar: Although some are effective and enjoyable (Mostly DLC), most of them feel like doing the same thing in a place with a different skin, or scavenging for cheap collectibles. The worst thing is that ones you complete the primary missions, you can't go back to complete the remaining assignments. Its a big detail. I played through the game for 24 hours completing most of the assignments, except the ones you have to collect stuff. I really wanted to complete them, but I finished all primary missions, and the game made me start everything all over again. This was also positive, as I could make different decisions and see their outbacks, although watching everything again is a little bit unappealing.
    Now, something really arguable about the game is the Gameplay. You may found it confusing at first, and half the game beaten, you will start getting used to it. That's because ME's gameplay isn't polished or well-explained. They basically tell you "Shoot Stuff" but that's not all you have to do. During the game, you gather XP points so then you can upgrade skills (And skills of your squad) and those skills unlock different kind of super-powers for battle. Some of this super-powers are great. Some others are awfully unuseful. The game also presents three difficulties at first (Casual, Normal and Hard) and then unlocks two alternative modes (Hardcore and Insanity). I've found challenge only in the alternative modes and found the original difficulties incredibly easies. Some boss battles (Of the few) pushed me to limits once, but never twice. ME was meant to be played on Hard, and if you want some more spice, push yourself to the alternative modes (Specially Hardcore, as Insanity feels more as a bugged, unfair mode).
    At first, I wasn't convinced at all about Mass Effect. The buggy Ps3 version, the piece-of-cake difficulty and the clunky gameplay made me feel lost in the dazzle of the game. It is when you get the game when it truly shines, although never achieving the heights of its sequel and sequel's sequel. Mass Effect is a game you can play if you want, but will not harm you if pass out this one in the trilogy. It was fun ride, but I had a bitter taste hard to wash since the beginning    … Expand
  30. Jenkins
    Jan 5, 2013
    8
    Mass Effect for the Playstation 3 is a downgraded port that appears to amplify the bugs and issues that plagued the original, and in the long run this subtracts from the overall enjoyment that Xbox 360 owners were inclined to. However, if the Playstation 3 is your only entryway into the series, then don't let these trivial issues barricade you from one of of the richest RPG stories to everMass Effect for the Playstation 3 is a downgraded port that appears to amplify the bugs and issues that plagued the original, and in the long run this subtracts from the overall enjoyment that Xbox 360 owners were inclined to. However, if the Playstation 3 is your only entryway into the series, then don't let these trivial issues barricade you from one of of the richest RPG stories to ever ever grace the gaming community.… Expand
  31. Bulbotrax
    Jan 26, 2014
    0
    To many bugs made this game absolutely unplayable.

    this is a total shame... i never played a game like this before... I have to redo the ending so many many times because of massives freezes...
  32. SneezeJunky
    Nov 7, 2013
    10
    Without a doubt the best series i've ever come to play! So much replay value! Its insane and I can't describe it enough. THIS IS A MUST BUY AND PLAY EXPERIENCE. Trust me on this!

    Pros:
    Just... wow (useless pros. I know :v)
    Story and characters are so well done!

    Cons:
    Combat can get a little linear
    No coop
  33. Skycrimson
    Dec 8, 2012
    0
    Terrible port. This version even runs worst than the 360 from half a decade ago. I am extremely disappointed but it isn't unexpected as ME2 and 3 on PS3 were a full game. The Mass Effect trilogy on Sony's platform is like a beta of the actually thing but it is laughable that these came after the original. If you own a PC or 360 get this on either of those. I'm glad ME is now on the PS3 butTerrible port. This version even runs worst than the 360 from half a decade ago. I am extremely disappointed but it isn't unexpected as ME2 and 3 on PS3 were a full game. The Mass Effect trilogy on Sony's platform is like a beta of the actually thing but it is laughable that these came after the original. If you own a PC or 360 get this on either of those. I'm glad ME is now on the PS3 but I feel that this is really a cash grab. I sold my 360 and now I wish I haven't. Mass Effect on PS3 really isn't worth picking up. The game froze numerous time, the framerate is actually worst than the original and graphic isn' as sharp.… Expand
  34. mrnice
    Dec 29, 2013
    6
    I went for quick'n'casual and played through the main missions in 10 hours. Got plenty of dialogue and didn't skip a cutscene. Exciting story, outstanding fantasy, a few good puzzles. But mostly, it is a shooter, and I didn't find that main component interesting enough to warrant a higher score. The minimalistic surfaces and textures gave it a cool comic book style that I was genuinely inI went for quick'n'casual and played through the main missions in 10 hours. Got plenty of dialogue and didn't skip a cutscene. Exciting story, outstanding fantasy, a few good puzzles. But mostly, it is a shooter, and I didn't find that main component interesting enough to warrant a higher score. The minimalistic surfaces and textures gave it a cool comic book style that I was genuinely in awe of here in 2013. The sequels are supposed to be even prettier.… Expand
  35. hennerz4250
    May 27, 2013
    10
    A great introduction to an excellent series, well worth a purchase if you are a fan of the later two. The characterisation is exquisite, the combat mechanics are solid.
  36. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jun 26, 2014
    9
    I've played all Mass Effect games on another platform, this is my first foray into ME on the PS3 and it's just as good, probably better. Fantasitc story, characters and detail, there is so much effort put into this game the scope is huge. It's only let downs are dated graphics and a slightly wonky aiming system, which is slightly tighter than it was on 360. The choice and consequenceI've played all Mass Effect games on another platform, this is my first foray into ME on the PS3 and it's just as good, probably better. Fantasitc story, characters and detail, there is so much effort put into this game the scope is huge. It's only let downs are dated graphics and a slightly wonky aiming system, which is slightly tighter than it was on 360. The choice and consequence system works very well and the various outcomes are very different. After 4+ playthroughs I still find something new by doing something slightly different. You can pick ME 1 up for really cheap now days and I really recommend that you do. 9/10… Expand
  37. solidsnake798
    Dec 27, 2014
    0
    This game doesnt work... load times are horrible, checkpoints dont exist, one time i died and had to go back 1 hour... it has framerate issues aswell... buy it for another plataform
  38. therob91
    Jan 30, 2015
    9
    A great setting to one of the best trilogies of all time, including other forms of media. The level of world building present here is really immersive. Even the simple things like exploring planets(which looked at on paper is a very monotonous boring task) is somehow engaging. Sometimes a game comes along that is more than the sum of its parts. The music alone is probably worth gettingA great setting to one of the best trilogies of all time, including other forms of media. The level of world building present here is really immersive. Even the simple things like exploring planets(which looked at on paper is a very monotonous boring task) is somehow engaging. Sometimes a game comes along that is more than the sum of its parts. The music alone is probably worth getting this game for. Incredible characterization as well, fantastic game.… Expand
  39. Heisenberg93
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    I arrived with a delay of eight years to play this game, but recently (knowing the prestige it had) I played and finished the whole trilogy.

    It must be said right away: with Mass Effect, BioWare has created a fantastic universe, with many facets, articulate but at the same time consistently; inspired and with many references to series like Star Trek and Star Wars. In other words BioWare    I arrived with a delay of eight years to play this game, but recently (knowing the prestige it had) I played and finished the whole trilogy.

    It must be said right away: with Mass Effect, BioWare has created a fantastic universe, with many facets, articulate but at the same time consistently; inspired and with many references to series like Star Trek and Star Wars. In other words BioWare deserves an Oscar just for this. Personally I found the story of Mass Effect incredibly beautiful, it catches you from the first minute. Characters, protagonists and antagonists, each have their own personality, their own history, and relations that are created with each of them manage to make the background of the plot even more beautiful, more complex. A praise for creating characters like Saren and the Reapers, who are truly ones of the most beautiful I've ever seen.

    At first glance, Mass Effect, might look like a common third-person shooter and nothing more. But actually what BioWare did was to create an hybrid blend with the genre of rpg, creating in fact one of the best of games of this genre. This fusion of genres has managed to perfection: the gameplay is deep and fun, with inventory, statistics, weapons and armor, upgrades, abilities, exploration of planets and recovery of minerals. Even the editor to create the character Shepard at the beginning is well structured and offers many choices, both in terms of physical appearance and customization of the story of the character as the place of origin, the psychological profile, the class and the skills that result. The dialogue system is very well done and convenient to use, the choices really change the course of story, and Paragon & Renegade moral points add something significant to the vision that Shepard gives of himself. The longevity of the game is great, from 20 to beyond 30 hours. Nothing is missing, there is everything and it works perfectly.

    The graphic is pretty good and appreciable, even the artistic level is great and very cinematographical. Not bad also the game soundtrack. Unfortunately, at least for the PlayStation 3 version, the game is unstable from the technical point of view: there are many bugs, and sometimes the game causes a freezing of the console, but afterall this is forgettable because of all that the game has to give.

    Mass Effect is certainly one of the highest points of BioWare, and one of its best games. A great rpg-game, and a masterpiece.    … Expand
  40. tbagurdrumset94
    May 27, 2015
    8
    It's funny, finally playing and completing Mass Effect after having already thoroughly enjoyed 2 and 3 (2 being my favourite game of all time) made me truly appreciate what I love most about this trilogy: the characters, the dialogue and the story.

    Sure, there's an entire universe that Bioware has created, with detailed backstories for every single race, planet and bureaucratic    It's funny, finally playing and completing Mass Effect after having already thoroughly enjoyed 2 and 3 (2 being my favourite game of all time) made me truly appreciate what I love most about this trilogy: the characters, the dialogue and the story.

    Sure, there's an entire universe that Bioware has created, with detailed backstories for every single race, planet and bureaucratic component (in which you can easily lose yourself when you're learning about them for the first time). However, what makes Mass Effect as a trilogy distinctive is the attachment you develop to your squad as you complete missions and talk with them. Like 2 and 3, the greatest strength of Mass Effect is its story. Though I experienced Bioware's fully realized product in the latter two games, I enjoyed properly learning how Shepard's story began. Almost every single conversation was worthwhile, and every character was interesting in some way, and that includes more than just the squad and the Normandy's crew. The game had me fully immersed for nearly all of its 30 hours.

    The gameplay is generally a success. Again, the sequels are superior in this category, so the learning (ergo enjoyment) curve was all the more steep for me. It took me a solid 5 or 6 hours to properly get the hang of shooting and pausing and using the biotic power and shooting and pausing and shooting, etc., etc. Once I did, and once my weapons began to get more powerful, I found the combat to be solid. The cover mechanic, though perhaps unorthodox, is passable. The greater level of weapon variety and customization is nice, but the organization of all the weapons and weapon upgrades felt cluttered, especially when I had to sell all of the obsolete material or convert it to omni-gel.

    The flaws? First of all, there are technical problems galore in Mass Effect. This is indeed a recurring issue in 2 and 3, but not nearly to this extent. The framerate drops pretty consistently, the graphics hiccup and render slowly every time a new environment is loaded. There was even one instance where I was stuck in combat mode when I was supposed to be engaged in dialogue with a malevolent character. I re-loaded the save, but the character did not appear again (some kind of glitch, I'm sure). Lip-syncing is pretty dodgy. Most of the time, these issues are negligible, but I'd be lying if I said it didn't detract from the gaming experience.

    Then there's the exploration. This cost the game at least a point for me. Visually, the planets may seem different from one another, but they're all really quite similar. I learned to cope with the Mako, but I never truly enjoyed driving it. The controls were frustrating and its weapons often aimed in strange directions. Exploration as a whole is quite bland. You are dropped in the middle of nowhere on the planet and are required to navigate to a few significant points on the map. Some interesting things are collected along the way, but I found ME's "looting" mechanic to be better implemented in later games, when you are simply picking things up as you move, on foot, through the mission. The buildings you enter while on these planets also vary minimally; it really does feel like your going to the same places and doing the same things over and over again. These side-quests began to feel like chores as the final mission was approaching.

    All of Mass Effect's flaws are very well compensated by its fantastic story. Stuff like this makes me want to write science fiction novels for a living. And, though I consider the "ME1 has the best story of the trilogy" statement to be an unfair slight to the next two games, it is an undeniable strength and I believe that even today, 8 years after the game was initially released, it should be considered the standard by which all other plot-driven games must live up to.    … Expand
  41. Arez
    Aug 22, 2018
    1
    Jogo excelente, recomendo vivamente, mas a versão da PS3 é uma autentica aberração... A evitar, joguem no PC.
  42. Bahazbz
    Mar 5, 2015
    6
    Bioware's first entry to this series shows much promise; excelling in shooting mechanics and creative environment manipulation, and enemy AI. However, for every thing they were able to nail on their first go around, there was something there. Something nagging, begging to be complained about. The most obvious of which is the shoehorned in RPG mechanics. Menus require single stepBioware's first entry to this series shows much promise; excelling in shooting mechanics and creative environment manipulation, and enemy AI. However, for every thing they were able to nail on their first go around, there was something there. Something nagging, begging to be complained about. The most obvious of which is the shoehorned in RPG mechanics. Menus require single step navigation and don't allow you to zoom to where you need to go. I must have spent hours just trying to sort, trash, and equip the proper gear to the proper weapons and armor on the proper squad member. It was interesting and intriguing at first as the equips became increasingly creative, but it quickly got tiring and by the time you reach the carrying limit, it is nothing more than time consuming.

    This shows a lot of promise. Especially in the fields of facial animation, worldbuilding, and story, as well as some pretty amazing voice acting to follow. But it's short length and abrupt ending pull you out of the action far too soon Only to redirect you to boring and repetitive side missions that are truly a grind.

    As a first entry in a new third party IP, it's definitely above average, and with a little work on streamlining equipment management, between-level design, a little added length, and cutting down to get to the meat of what this game is really about, the rest of the franchise could be far superior.
    6.9/10
    I can't wait to see how Bioware handles ME2!    … Expand
  43. Kevlar101
    May 5, 2014
    6
    With Mass Effect, Developer BioWare has crafted a profound sci-fi universe that leaves quite a bit to the imagination, while simultaneously delivering it's compelling lore in a way that is organic and feels natural. It is unfortunate that the gameplay fails to be as interesting and well designed, and that the story is not as dynamic as it pretends to be. Mass Effect is a collection ofWith Mass Effect, Developer BioWare has crafted a profound sci-fi universe that leaves quite a bit to the imagination, while simultaneously delivering it's compelling lore in a way that is organic and feels natural. It is unfortunate that the gameplay fails to be as interesting and well designed, and that the story is not as dynamic as it pretends to be. Mass Effect is a collection of elements that either work really well or really poorly, and it seems like it misses it's full potential, while strongly hinting at what it is truly capable of achieving.

    Mass Effect is a game that has different contrasting flavors, doing what it does well with pride and confidence, but also holding itself back with a few too many clunky features. It's compelling story and deeply rooted lore are bound to appease fans of good sci-fi, with it's organic mission structure complimenting it. However, it's questionable gameplay (especially combat), poorly designed inventory system and interface, bland environments, and the fact that the story pretends to be dynamic all hold it back from being something truly excellent. It has potential, but it just has not been realized yet.

    The Positive
    ___________
    + Deeply rooted and organic lore

    + Strong story

    + Fluid mission design

    The Negative
    ____________
    - Poorly designed inventory

    - Dull secondary environments

    - Problematic gameplay    … Expand
  44. Kai82
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    Mass Effect was the Star Wars of video games. It created an immersive universe full of interesting characters, stories, history, conflicts, alien species, politics, technology, ideologies and cultures. The lore was so good that I had many good discussions with friends and read many articles in the Mass Effect Wiki. You have also a codex in each game where you can look up things for moreMass Effect was the Star Wars of video games. It created an immersive universe full of interesting characters, stories, history, conflicts, alien species, politics, technology, ideologies and cultures. The lore was so good that I had many good discussions with friends and read many articles in the Mass Effect Wiki. You have also a codex in each game where you can look up things for more details. Then they had a unique idea for the Mass Effect games. You can import your decisions into the next games. This was as interesting as impactful. Many of us had again so good discussions and arguments what the best course of action was or which outcome the decisions will have. There were a lot of mayor and some minor decisions that gave you different results in the follow up games (Think not of 2 different games / paths. It is more of an adaptation in the story, options and outcomes). But back to the game. You play as Commander Shepard as he/she is on the way to become the first human Spectre (An agent with huge competences and authorities) for the Citadel Council (Like the united nations but consisting of representatives of the 3 most powerful / influential species). During the story you discover a huge secret and a treat that can endanger the whole galaxy. I will stop here because of spoilers but will say the story is fantastic soap opera material. The side quest are also good and deepen the lore with good stories. A game like this is only as good as its characters. This is BioWares magic. They created so much fan favourite characters that it was often a hard choice which teammate we should pick. Each one had his own motivations, world-views and stories. My favourites are Liara T’Soni, Garrus Vakarian and Urknot Wrex for the teammates. For the NPCs I like Joker, David Anderson and Steven Hacket. All three of them earned my respect. For the gameplay you get a hybrid of RPG and shooter (More of a real time RPG with guns). You can of cause chose different classes with different abilities. You will acquire new equipment and level up your abilities as you rise in level. I will admit that the combat is not as polished as it should be but still fun to play. You can later explore planets via vehicle which I like (Was a weak-point for many and got removed for the sequels). The other main complaint was that the weapons have a heat system. You have unlimited ammunition but if you fire your weapons to often(in a short time) it will overheat and stop functioning for a short time. I find it a good mechanic but can understand the critic (Got also removed from Sequels). Lets go to the final evaluation: It is a fantastic starting point for a new IP and worth owning. I enjoyed this game a lot and will give 1 bonus point for world building / lore. Critical warning: It is my duty to warn you of the conclusion of the trilogy in Mass Effect 3. Before I planed to replay all games to get my favourite outcomes. After it I haven't touched the games again (I am the kind of gamer that replays his favourite games once in a while). I wont go in details but it was even in the mainstream media. For details the famous YouTuber Angry Joe has made a list what is wrong with the ending.… Expand
  45. TheDestroyer
    Sep 4, 2014
    7
    I am The Destroyer. I will break games, complain about the littlest detail, and tell you whether or not the game is worth buying. A lot of things to say, but can't due to the 5000 character limit. I will not be giving it a 2007 PC baby booster because ultimately people what to know what to spend their money on. PS3's release was in 2012 and as such will be judged by those standards.

    1.    I am The Destroyer. I will break games, complain about the littlest detail, and tell you whether or not the game is worth buying. A lot of things to say, but can't due to the 5000 character limit. I will not be giving it a 2007 PC baby booster because ultimately people what to know what to spend their money on. PS3's release was in 2012 and as such will be judged by those standards.

    1. Story
    Plain & simple: you are Commander Shepard. Your task is to stop Seren before he finds the Conduit and brings back an alein-machine race known as the Reapers. The story has you so involved, Shepard themselves won't speak unless you pick a dialogue option. It's a comfortable approach because it allows the gamer to progress through the story at their own pace. Now granted some of the choices don't exactly fit with what will actually come out of Shepard's mouth, and some of the choices will lead to them saying the same thing anyway. But I promise it will try to reel you in.

    2. Voice Acting
    What you'll love about this game is that even the unimportant side characters get voice overs instead of generic subtitles. Some voices are the same but it won't matter. I hope other companies follow this example and do this with their future games, especially for RPG and JRPG games. Voices overall are passable.

    3. Graphics and Visuals
    There are some beautiful sites, but the graphics overall are nasty, and you have low-rez loading to thank for it. When entering new areas or beginning cut-scenes, characters and objects are still pixel-ating themselves. And when they are loaded it all looks like it's made of clay. 5 years later and Bioware doesn't even try to smooth them out.

    4. Gameplay
    Gameplay refers to it's battle system, customization & level up, and the Mako driving. Put it all together and it's a mix of good & bad.

    -Battle System-
    The combat follows more of an RPG element than action ordinate. Headshots do the same damage as legshots, so its more about who has bigger numbers for damage & resistance. Don't play the higher difficulties at level 1!!!
    Shotguns have ridiculous range in this game. Only bad thing is sometimes the game stops you in the middle of combat just to load everything.

    -Customization-
    So much customization here for your class, weapons, and the points you can distribute when you level up. It's very generous, and deserves phrase it for letting you play how you wanna play. Inventory might be a mess though.

    -Mako-
    Here is value begins to deteriorate. The Mako, tank that you drive, is overpowered; the XP penalty won't stop people from using it. After driving across 3 empty boring planets you won't give a **** about the sidequests any more, as the vehicle feels like its moving in slow motion. Vehicle variety would have been nice.

    5. Soundtrack
    There are a few memorable tunes in this game but overall the soundtrack isn't that great. Some of the music sounds exactly the same, never changing tones or notes from it's previous song. Even the good tunes just become background music. Now you can argue and say that these songs add to it's Sci-Fi atmosphere, but it's doubtful you'll be downloading any of them onto your Ipad soon.

    6. Bugs Crashes
    Nobody is safe. Here's the list of bugs you will (not might) encounter on your playthrouygh(s). Only game ruining bugs will be listed.

    - The Mako can randomly get stuck though the map while driving. After 15 seconds you'll break free, only to teleport to a random part of the map including out-of-bounds zones which results in instant death.
    - Game randomly crashes during a loading screen after you do enough sidequests (punishing anyone who wants the Platinum trophy.)
    - The power trophies for Engineer and Adapt are bugged and may not unlock no matter how many times you use your powers.
    - Eden Prime has a red screen of death! You will enter a cut-scene, and then suddenly see your screen covered in redness. This results in 1 of 3 things after the scene is over: either everything will go back to normal, you will still be stuck with the red screen of death forcing you to reload a save, or the game will randomly crash!
    - Your squadmates are poorly programmed during hostile environments. I have witnessed them attack walls for 15 minutes when there were no enemies around. They constantly get in your way when you have to backtrack through a level. Squadmates will sometimes ignore your orders and do whatever they please. Finally the worst one, Wrex will randomly disappear during missions as if he was never in your squad to begin with, reducing your squad to just you and 1 other person.
    - After completing a main mission and then returning for a debrief, sometimes the cut-scene will skip before starting as if it never happened.

    7. Personal Enjoyment
    7 Playthoughs!!!

    8. Overall Verdict
    PS3 verdict is 7 of 10. If you love guns and RPG then this is your game. If not then pick it up anyway because it's worth running though at least once especially now that the price has gone down.    … Expand
  46. krillarbran
    Jun 26, 2016
    7
    A great start to what should of been a brilliant ARPG IP until EA dug thier claws into Bioware.

    PROS - Deep lore with excellent character/story interaction - Graphics are fitting and pretty good for the time of release. - Lots of hours of gameplay if you search out all the side quests/assignments. CONS - Combat is lacking and repetitive - Mako vehicle control is awful - PS3    A great start to what should of been a brilliant ARPG IP until EA dug thier claws into Bioware.

    PROS
    - Deep lore with excellent character/story interaction
    - Graphics are fitting and pretty good for the time of release.
    - Lots of hours of gameplay if you search out all the side quests/assignments.

    CONS
    - Combat is lacking and repetitive
    - Mako vehicle control is awful
    - PS3 port has issues with FPS lag and long loading times.

    Overall a very enjoyable game that I continuously played until I reached the end credits. The story is very interesting which keeps you wanting more. If this was the Xbox360 or PC version I would give it an 8/10 as they don't suffer the technical problems unlike the PS3 version.    … Expand
  47. nervioso2009
    Oct 16, 2019
    7
    Gran historia y ambientación de los diferentes mundos, aunque la gran mayoría de personajes no han sido demasiado memorables, y soy malisimo con los juegos de tiros por lo que algunos combates se me han echo muy frustrantes. Sin embargo es un bueno juego con un muy buen tramo final.

    7/10
  48. Termin8ter
    Jul 3, 2017
    8
    Mass Effect is actually a really rock-solid game. With fun and responsive gun-play, good characters and writing, and a good plot to boot, this game has stood relatively strong against the test of time. It's definitely worth at least one playthrough.
  49. marcosladarense
    Apr 27, 2018
    9
    I can't talk about PS3 adaptation. I've never played on any other plataform, so... I praise the fact of the game has no aliasing, with is amazing. The story is prety good, and the universe, the mythology are superb. Third best of the generation, tied with red dead redemption, just losing to deadly premonition and folklore. the battle systems is very flawless, that is why this game is worthI can't talk about PS3 adaptation. I've never played on any other plataform, so... I praise the fact of the game has no aliasing, with is amazing. The story is prety good, and the universe, the mythology are superb. Third best of the generation, tied with red dead redemption, just losing to deadly premonition and folklore. the battle systems is very flawless, that is why this game is worth of a 9, not a 10. The teammates are really good (the contrary of resident evil revelation partners, who are always useless), more than we wish, and ussually they kill 80% of the hostiles, and quickly, while you are at the first or second one. So i had always let them far away from where action took place. Now, when playing with your char, the aim is not good, very unprecise, or too fast, or too slow, being impossible to hit flying enemies. the power slots wheel is terrible and sometimes misundestands what you have chosen and breaks the pace, the heat of the fight. I had seen videos of the pc version, and that wheel was much better implemented (actually is not a wheel, is just disposed side by side at the top of the screen).… Expand
  50. Nel
    Mar 16, 2017
    5
    Great story can be fun to play, however the game is riddle with bugs and crashes, and the vehicle that you drive is just a horrendous experience. The story is great, but gameplay is lacking.
  51. 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
  52. Mellow_Online4
    Mar 22, 2016
    9
    I never really hopped onto the train of Mass Effect fans when the Mass Effect series first got popular because I couldn't really see why it had so much popularity. I feel bad for doubting this game.

    Gameplay in Mass Effect is typical to any sort of RPG by Bioware. The gameplay is a blend of dialogue and talking to people, third person shooting and exploring tons of different planets in    I never really hopped onto the train of Mass Effect fans when the Mass Effect series first got popular because I couldn't really see why it had so much popularity. I feel bad for doubting this game.

    Gameplay in Mass Effect is typical to any sort of RPG by Bioware. The gameplay is a blend of dialogue and talking to people, third person shooting and exploring tons of different planets in tons of different galaxies. I was amazed by the shear size of Mass Effect, 8 different galaxies with around 5 or more in each and each planet feels unique and I don't think it is just a copy and paste of different planet. The character customization of Commander Sheppard, even though it's limited in some areas, I find is well done where you can customize your appearance to make him be as ugly as you want and you can even customize his backstory. What makes the character customization of backstories even better is that characters will have different dialogue responses depending on your choice of backstory. Most of the gameplay feature are good but I do have a couple of complaints. The third person shooting mechanics aren't that well done. They aren't terrible, they aren't on the scale of being unplayable but it feels like the third person shooter segments were just added in as an after thought and it took me alot of getting used to. The second and final problem I have with the gameplay is the karma system. One thing that I'm not too fond of in RPGs (despite RPGs being my favourite genre of video games) is the karma systems some off these games have) I like to build my character, now knowing if the choice that I just made was good or bad or Ilike to make a bad choice if I'm in abad or annoying situation without an affect on my karma. Because in these games I find it way too easy to be the good guy and way too easy to be the bad guy.I just like to be the character that I build my character up to be. Apart from those 2 complaints there aren't really any other complaints I have about the gameplay.

    The story in Mass Effect is that you play as the main character Commander Sheppard, who you can customize hisappearance and even his backstory. He joins up with a crew lead by Captain Anderson. His crew is given a task to procure a military beacon on the planet Eden Prime. However, after a disaster, involving one of the crew mates dying by the hands of a rogue spectre, who are the protectors of the council, the crew ends u failing. After providing evidence to the council that this spectre has gone rogue,it is up to Commander Sheppard and his crew to bring the rogue spectre down to justice. This general idea of a plot has been done alot but Mass Effect throws enough twists and turns in the story to make it seem unique.

    Graphics in Mass Effect are OK but could be better. While the game looks, in general, good, there are several graphical bugs and awful looking textures and slow loading textures which definately hold the game back. Sound is really good. There are creative sfx for sci-fi related objects that I wouldn't have even thought of which fit in excellently.

    This game will have you consumed for hours, I'm still busy exploring the galaxy and discovering all sorts of new stuff. There is also replay value in this. You will want to play the game again and try different dialogue choices, try and see if you can solve a problem either calmly, declaring war or see if you can find another creative way to solve a situation.

    Mass Effect is a gem of a game that I reccommend to litterraly anybody that enjoys either SC-FIs or RPGs and if u fit in this category, this game is a must have.    … Expand
  53. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    8
    El comienzo de una de las mejores sagas de videojuegos. La historia y el universo que crearon los genios de BioWare en Mass Effect es digna de todos los aplausos.
  54. Ronoboaventura
    Jul 17, 2016
    10
    Amazing history, amazing characters, and a fine gameplay. This game it's awesome, and once you start to undestand its mechanics, its impossible to stop playing. A master piece!
  55. Leptoi
    Jul 10, 2016
    9
    The game have a great RPG element and introduces a incredible world to the players ; by this fact some things must improve , wich happens in the next games . Dispite all of this , inclunding the old gameplay that it's based on an old technology , i recommend the game as a new adventure , if you have patience with old games and want to know a great saga .
  56. ElleryHQ
    Jun 21, 2019
    7
    Считаю, что саундтрек первой части самый лучший в трилогии. Очень атмосферная игра и крутой сюжет. В 2018 сложно переигрывать по причине "деревянного" управления.
  57. CamyVero
    Jun 7, 2020
    9
    A magnificent ARPG with elements of tactical combat and an excellent science fiction story, reminiscent of the space opera of cinema or literary classics such as 'Star Wars' or 'Dune'.

    The game combines exploration mechanics, third person shooter, resource gathering and dozens of primary and secondary missions that ensure a good handful of dozens of hours of entertainment. In my case,    A magnificent ARPG with elements of tactical combat and an excellent science fiction story, reminiscent of the space opera of cinema or literary classics such as 'Star Wars' or 'Dune'.

    The game combines exploration mechanics, third person shooter, resource gathering and dozens of primary and secondary missions that ensure a good handful of dozens of hours of entertainment. In my case, playing it quietly and enjoying its development, it took me about 40 hours to complete it 100%.

    Today you can get the whole trilogy for very little money.    … Expand
  58. JavierTaco
    Jan 17, 2018
    8
    This is a great game. Gameplay will perhaps show signs of aging, as it is very clunky and hard to get used to, but everything else is golden. The music, the characters, the story, the conversations and the freaking fantastic atmosphere. It is all pure bliss.
  59. BeboFett
    Jan 8, 2020
    8
    Even though I didn't play so many RPGs, Mass Effect caught me by its mechanics right from the start. It can get a little tedious sometimes if you want to be as complete as I am.

    The control isn't perfect and more than once I get frustrated, especially their coverage system, and their story is good, although not very original either.

    I spent almost 50 hours on this title.
  60. Kimblock
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    In my opinion Mass effect series is perfect except andromeda. Because story is intricate and very emotional. The characters are very well written. So you can understand them and their motivation without any problems. And also you can empathize them without any problems. And I get a lot of satisfaction from the gameplay.
  61. DeJota
    Jul 22, 2019
    10
    The Mass Effect Universe is one of the best - if not the best - ever created. It's delightful to get to know it as you play the game. I believe this game is underrated. It's one of the best games imo.
  62. Jackthegamer
    Apr 10, 2023
    7
    Mass Effect is a good game but because of the combat and characters I can't give it more than a 7.
  63. AlBal665
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just finished playing Mass Effect for the first time as part of the Legendary Edition and I’ve got to say this game is incredible! Can’t believe I missed it the first time round! The story, characters and entire universe the team created is fantastic. I mean playing as a cross between (a female) James Bond and Captain Kirk fighting a rogue cyborg super spy and a mechanical God of Death, it doesn’t really get much cooler than that! Looking forward to seeing how this series goes.… Expand
  64. Filmanwalt
    Jun 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So we come to my absolute game series, namely Mass Effect. Basically, in all of the Mass Effect reviews of the trilogy, I will praise the game and its great universe. As part of the Legendary Edition, I've gambled through the game for the (very often) repeated times and it took about 25 hours.

    story

    Mass Effect 1 serves primarily as an introduction to the glorious and epic story of the Mass Effect universe around Commander Shepard. One becomes familiar with species, planets, threats and other realities.

    Mass Effect 1 brings you closer to the whole universe through many different codex entries, quests and side quests, as well as dialogues. The action of the game begins in the year 2183, after mankind already had the first contact with extraterrestrial life forms (especially at the beginning also warlike).

    The narrative style of the game is phenomenal. It's all a bit sluggish and difficult to get into, especially at the beginning, but it's definitely worth it. The counterplay between Shepard and the antagonist Saren and his geth is excitingly staged and the tension grows from game hour to game hour.

    But behind this hides the real threat that extends over the entire trilogy and reaches an extent that is ready for a film. The threat posed by the Reaper (inorganic people) is embodied in Mass Effect 1 by the Sovereign and represented by an ingenious dialogue.

    From a story point of view, Mass Effect 1 is the perfect introduction to the entire series and has both fun, difficult and very serious themes.

    Presentation / graphics

    Graphically, the game is of course older, originally from 2007. But the Legendary Edition has been greatly improved in its textures and offers very nice light settings, which makes individual panorama representations look strong.

    So far, a timeless look for me, which underpins its sci-fi setting and is very coherent.

    The characters, individual species, locations, spaceships, etc. breathe so much life into this universe and give off this very coherent image.

    The whole thing is garnished with great cut scenes, sometimes elegant camera work and overall a character representation in dialogues that is second to none.

    Gameplay

    This is where you notice the age of Mass Effect 1 the most. First of all, I like it very much that you have many options to equip your character with different equipment or also have the opportunity to distribute RPG-classic skill points and refine your class.

    The combat gameplay was very fiddly before the Legendary Edition and, especially in gunplay, it no longer felt up-to-date, but almost annoying. JustBut that has been significantly improved with the new edition, even if Mass Effect 2 and 3 are still much better.
    Unfortunately, the AI ​​often had dropouts and one or two bugs crept in.

    Nevertheless, one has to honor that Bioware did something here to make the gunplay feel more effective and to offer a smoother experience. But that was sorely necessary, otherwise most newcomers would probably have returned the Legendary Edition after 20 minutes of Mass Effect 1.

    The whole gameplay around the crew has to be emphasized. The crew of your own ship, the Normandy, makes up most of the game. Here it is important to deal with the people, to have dialogues and, as a whole, to pay attention to how they react to individual events. Interacting with the crew is at the core of the game.
    The dialogues are also very important outside of the crew and enable different exits from a situation. The attitude mechanics of our character, who, depending on how he behaves, embodies more evil or more and more the good, is also useful for this and thus unlocks various dialogue options.

    Conclusion

    Mass Effect as a whole is a phenomenon and my absolute favorite series of games. I've been devouring these games for years and Part 1 is part of every new playthrough. Mass Effect 1 offers entry into this incredibly large, complex and also very well thought-out universe and has captured my heart.

    Absolute recommendation for every game lover, action or RPG fan or sci-fi fan. And please take your time with the game, soak up the dialogues, research and explore. It's worth it, especially in the dialogues there are great moments that you have to experience.

    5/5 crew members.    … Expand
  65. AbhinavDasiga
    Mar 30, 2020
    7
    Although BioWare were very ambitious when developing the first Mass Effect, this is still a rough around the edges RPG with combat mechanics which leave you wanting more and the less said of the Mako sections the better. Still the idea of epic narrative with consequential player choices affecting the story is well established by this game.
  66. KepasaAmigo
    Jul 16, 2021
    5
    played it in 2021. it feels clunky. tons of "jogging" cuz everything is so big that u make it on 1h play u literly play 15 minutes rest is just running. 5/10
  67. Svetlendrius
    Jan 3, 2021
    7
    A good game with a plot, interesting pumping and quests. The world in the game is interesting, but the planets are empty, bases of the same type with boxes. The crooked rover and the terrible AI of Shepard's teams, as well as their small disclosure.
  68. Kemp
    Jun 4, 2021
    6
    I'm writing this in 2021 after playing the original Mass Effect for the first time in the Legendary Edition on PS4. The pieces are all there, but some stuff just doesn't hold up and some stuff, I think, was polished much more in the sequels.

    There are moments (Virmire, for example), where Mass Effect shows just how special it can be. However, there are also a lot of moments in which the    I'm writing this in 2021 after playing the original Mass Effect for the first time in the Legendary Edition on PS4. The pieces are all there, but some stuff just doesn't hold up and some stuff, I think, was polished much more in the sequels.

    There are moments (Virmire, for example), where Mass Effect shows just how special it can be. However, there are also a lot of moments in which the storytelling is really lacking. The story beats are there, your favorite characters are there (Garrus and Tali rock), but the editing is poor, the animations are dated, and some of the writing can be quite weak. What I mean by the editing being poor is that important moments seem to be cut too short and then the cutscenes don't seem to flow together very effectively as I remember them doing in the sequels. And for the writing, I just think some things don't come off. Like the Counsel being some obstructionist nuisance might work in theory (if a bit generic), but it was so poorly written. I just didn't believe the Counsel would come to some of the conclusions it came to and I didn't believe Shephard's frustration with other decisions. I think a prime example of the lackluster writing is the politician backstab moment at the end of the game (I don't want to spoil it but I think you'll know what I'm talking about). It is like a middle schooler's understanding of what a politician is, and nobody's motivations in the scene seem to make any sense.

    That said, I have a soft spot for the Mass Effect series and I'm really glad I finally played the first one just for Virmire, which is definitely one of the highlights of the trilogy. Even if I felt they were underwritten, I was excited to see the origins of Garrus, Tali, and Liara, and I'm excited to replay the other two games.    … Expand
  69. hector_bcn98
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Casi con total seguridad, el comienzo de la mejor trilogía de ciencia ficción de la historia de los videojuegos comenzó con una revolución gráfica y argumental, pero con unas mecánicas a las que le faltaban cierta refinación y un sistema de exploración de secundarias algo repetitivo y poco inspirado.
  70. lulu_belle
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    This is my favourite game of all time so I had to refrain in giving it a 10, but still wanted to give it a vote that matched my enthusiasm. I know, today we are in 2020 and the game play is a little outdated, it's more of a vintage RPG game play, however, for being a 2007 game the graphics still hold up pretty well, with facial animation that, back in the day, made us all excited and leftThis is my favourite game of all time so I had to refrain in giving it a 10, but still wanted to give it a vote that matched my enthusiasm. I know, today we are in 2020 and the game play is a little outdated, it's more of a vintage RPG game play, however, for being a 2007 game the graphics still hold up pretty well, with facial animation that, back in the day, made us all excited and left us in awe (that's why Andromeda was such a let down as well). This game is a good representation of what Bioware was capable of doing and their strength in story telling. Every choice matters and it impacts your characters. Yes, there is a binary way of playing, either you are a renegade or a paragon and to unlock certain options you will have to lean more in one direction that the other and vicecersa. This is all because of the kind of story they wanted to tell and limitations of the time.
    The combat is not the best, but that was never the point of this game, it's a story driven RPG that is meant to have you connect with your team and travel the galaxy in order to find a way to defeat the Reapers (the baddies). I replayed it earlier this year and enjoyed it as if it were my first time.
    Because my console is old (and it is a big game) it's very glitchy, that's why I would suggest to save often and right before fights.
    Even though the combat is meh, there are some aspects that I wish had been transferred in the sequels (I'll review the other 2 as well and explain why there), like the diversity in approach and tension that the different attackers approach you. Because the shooting is so basic and simple, if you are not much of a shooter game person, it won't be a problem, it will actually help you out in getting into them as it did with me.
    As I mentioned you will be travelling the galaxy, which means you will land on planets for side missions and you will have a chance to use the infamous MAKO. I personally grew to love driven it; you can defy the laws of physics with it, you'll be wanting to throw the controller at the tv or you can challenge yourself in accomplishing this extra challenge the game throws at you lol I now laugh at it and if you go on the internet to watch some videos you will witness the comedy of it all.
    This is definitely a game everyone needs to experience at least once. the remaster has been announced for 2021 and I can't wait to see how they update this chapter (I am terrified and exhilarated at the same time).

    I went with a rather high score because in the end it's a game that will make you dream and feed your imagination, especially if you like the wonders of space. I wanted to be fair (the age of the game) and true to what I fell about it.    … Expand
  71. RodrigoroRex
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    "Mass Effect": Amazing game, it provides an amazing experience for the player. 7 out of 7. Played it on PlayStation 3.
  72. Hiccup3319
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    Good game, has its faults but generally, it's alright. Would recommend to someone.
  73. FelipeRam
    Jul 25, 2022
    8
    Apesar de não ter muitas referências, achei muito bom, pretendo atualizar no futuro
  74. phoenix_prjct
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    Final Thoughts:

    Mass Effect scorched the gaming scene with its epic space opera. Its rich world and extensive lore are expertly explored through a vast variety of vivid characters. Drawing the player in completely, it gives us our own iconic Commander Shepard and allows us to shape certain decisions in a conflicted and ignorant galaxy. The Legendary Edition is the definitive way to    Final Thoughts:

    Mass Effect scorched the gaming scene with its epic space opera. Its rich world and extensive lore are expertly explored through a vast variety of vivid characters. Drawing the player in completely, it gives us our own iconic Commander Shepard and allows us to shape certain decisions in a conflicted and ignorant galaxy. The Legendary Edition is the definitive way to play, smoothing out the still-present glitches while enhancing the stunning vistas it allows us to explore.

    I find it hard to believe there’s any gamer who has yet to enjoy this experience, but if you haven’t, jump in, **** it’s time to go save the galaxy.

    For the full review and more posts like it, visit my site: https://thephoenixprjct.com/mass-effect-mass-effect-1-in-depth-review/    … Expand

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Mar 14, 2013
    84
    The game's appearance remains unaltered, which sounds good, but unfortunately it isn't. The game doesn't look bad, but it certainly looks dated. From a cinematic standpoint everything's fine, but the numerous lip-sync errors bothered us immensely. [February 2013, p.80]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jan 28, 2013
    80
    As an interactive story it's one hell of a good piece of entertainment. Taking your first tentative steps into this seriously rich universe, planting the seeds for larger implications later in the series, and tangling with one of the best antagonists ever, Saren, is a trip well worth taking. There's a rich, colourful cast you'll want to meet for the first time (Urdnot Wrex in particular) and very poignant moments to be had (e.g. becoming a Spectre). These are watershed gaming moments that the ME2's 'introductory' comic book could never hope to encapsulate. [January 2013, p69]
  3. PlayStation Universe
    Dec 20, 2012
    83
    The original Mass Effect has finally arrived on the PlayStation 3, which completes the trilogy without hopping consoles. Even though the game shows obvious and often obtrusive signs of age, the original shooter RPG still holds up and delivers an experience to fans who have wanted it for so long.
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