Mass Effect: Andromeda

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  1. Vicjo
    Aug 10, 2017
    6
    The first thing I am going to say is that I am absolute fan the first trilogy, and this game had me a lot hype.
    The beginning of the game are interesting and tell you the objetive the iniciative Andromeda and the problems that appear nothing else to arrive, but the good ends here, them the story go back too slow, and in the end go back again interesting. If they story han been better    The first thing I am going to say is that I am absolute fan the first trilogy, and this game had me a lot hype.
    The beginning of the game are interesting and tell you the objetive the iniciative Andromeda and the problems that appear nothing else to arrive, but the good ends here, them the story go back too slow, and in the end go back again interesting. If they story han been better told, the game would win many points.
    The side quests are too boring, all of them are go de point A to point B a lot of times, they are desperate, besides the side quests of the remants are very very very slow, and you end up hating them. My advice, forget all side quest and only do the missions of the main history
    As an exception the only side quests are good, are the ones that tell you about the hidden story of the riddley family, and a lot of times are more interesting than the main story.
    The gameplay is the part where the game more advance respect the previous games, The new combat system, It feels more freedom, you must move aroud the enemies and it doesn´t work stay en same cover all the time, But the automatic cover system doesn´t work, and a lot of times you are out the cover without realizing. Other thing negative in the combat system is that you can´t give orders at yours partner for combine powers.
    In summary if the game had a better rhythm, the story was a better told, and the side quests were more funny, the game would be much better.    … Expand
  2. vizzle311
    Apr 13, 2017
    8
    Note: this review is post-patch

    Been a long time Mass Effect fan and while it has some frustrating aspects, it's still a stunning technical achievement and an awesome sci-fi game. Why there hasn't been more talk about the presentation, graphics, and especially the galaxy exploration mechanic is beyond me. The first time I started really exploring it was stunning and intuitive. Also,    Note: this review is post-patch

    Been a long time Mass Effect fan and while it has some frustrating aspects, it's still a stunning technical achievement and an awesome sci-fi game. Why there hasn't been more talk about the presentation, graphics, and especially the galaxy exploration mechanic is beyond me. The first time I started really exploring it was stunning and intuitive. Also, you more than get your money's worth in overall content, it's almost overwhelming at first how much there is to do and I'm a veteran of big open world games. The combat is great as well once you get used to it and figure out your favorite loadouts and skills. You can tailor all combat encounters to your own personal style and I love that.

    The main negatives for me are the story which so far has been just cookie cutter sci-fi stuff, especially the enemy designs and the whole "aliens who left behind monoliths guarded by robots" thing. Really Bioware?? Also, the menus are so convoluted it makes you want to punch a wall and the intricate systems are not explained up front whatsoever. I don't remember in previous Mass Effects having to constantly research online to figure out what the hell I'm doing.

    Overall, if you're a Mass Effect fan you will find something to like in the game and it will most definitely keep you busy exploring. It's on par with anything out there as far as graphics, exploration, combat, and sheer size. However, don't expect the greatness level of ME:2    … Expand
  3. filipers
    Nov 13, 2017
    6
    Before starting this review i must inform that i have never played any mass effect game before andromeda, so i can't compare it with the original triology. This a review from an rpg fan who loves franchises like The Witcher, Elder Scrolls and Dragon age.

    Mass Effect Andromeda is not a bad game, not a 0 game definitely, but it is just a disappointing game which had so much potential.    Before starting this review i must inform that i have never played any mass effect game before andromeda, so i can't compare it with the original triology. This a review from an rpg fan who loves franchises like The Witcher, Elder Scrolls and Dragon age.

    Mass Effect Andromeda is not a bad game, not a 0 game definitely, but it is just a disappointing game which had so much potential. Let's evaluate the game in different topics:

    -Combat: Combat in this game was probably one of the best that i have ever played, it is fluid and the cover system is very good too. The skills are diverse and some of them amazing (at least in the biotic tree). Firing the weapons feels very good too. However you can only equip 3 skills, you can choose between 4 loadouts, giving you 12 skills in total, but by switching between loadouts you will have a cooldown.

    -Loyalty missions: For me those were the most interesting missions in this game, we learned a lot about the crew and they were a lot more complex than just go to pont A and kill the area or find some item.
    -Main quest: Overall i the main quest was not bad, the missions were good, but i found the alien race, the Kett, to be very bland, they didn't have personality, i would like to have known more things about these aliens.

    -Secondary quests: Unfortunately one of the most important aspects in an RPG was negleted here, the planets quests were boring, i didn't really find excitement in doing them, witcher 3 quests are way more interesting and have more depth. The people that lives in these planets and give you the quests are bland, and there are really no consequences to your actions ( an important factor in an RPG). I would like to have had more interesting quests with consequences that would affect the story of the game, however the impact of thoses quests here was very small (the ending just depends on 2 quests....)

    Exploration: You use the nomad to explore the world, and driving it actually feels good, but my main issue in this category was that the planets were very empy, i rarely had interest in exploring the few caves that the game had. Overall the exploration in this game was just...boring.

    Graphics: Overall the graphic in this game were great, the views in planets like Elandeen and Havarl were beautifull, however the facial animations in this game were bad, but for me that factor didn't really bothered me.

    The crew: Overall i liked the crew, the best were Vetra, Cora and Drack, but others like Liam and Jaal were so boring, hearing Jaal speaking almost put me asleep. Peebee was ok. However i do not know why but i never really connected with any of the characters, in dragon age inquisition i really loved the crew and cared about them but here that didn't happen.

    Character customization: very average , the character models are ugly, the hair styles are few, you cannot change your character eyes size and things like that....compared with the character creation in fallout 4 this one is leaves a lot to be desired.

    The angara: The only alien race that exists in the heleus cluster besides the kett, overall i found them boring and uninteresting.

    The soundtrack: One of the worst aspects in this game, basically theres almost just one soundtrack....the one in the main menu. There is a serious lack of song during exploration, compared with games like skyrim a and the witcher it is a joke, that is one of the reasons that i never really feeled immersed in this universe. The combat soundtrack is nothing special too. During emotional scenes there are times that there are not soundtrack at all, with the adequate song the difference would be huge.

    Overall i still could enjoy the game but it is still very far from the level of other games like the witcher 3. When i finished the witcher 3 i felt an emptyness inside me because i spent so many good hours in that game that would miss a lot, but in this game that didn't happen. Still i had some good moments in this game and i spent over 80 hours in it.    … Expand
  4. fuzzder
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece. While it does have notable flaws in the form of its character animations and overlapping dialogue, these are easy to overlook in the grand scheme of things.

    The Graphics: Simply stunning. 10/10 Gameplay: Excellent shooting mechanics and smooth gameplay. 9/10 Open World: Multiple planets to explore with completely open environments. 10/10 Characters:    This game is truly a masterpiece. While it does have notable flaws in the form of its character animations and overlapping dialogue, these are easy to overlook in the grand scheme of things.

    The Graphics: Simply stunning. 10/10
    Gameplay: Excellent shooting mechanics and smooth gameplay. 9/10
    Open World: Multiple planets to explore with completely open environments. 10/10
    Characters: Incredibly likeable. 10/10
    Plot: Incredibly deep, despite being farfetched it is gripping and genuinely interesting to settle the Andromeda system. 10/10

    Overall a fantastic game that does not deserve all of the hate it is getting and is possibly the best game I have ever played.    … Expand
  5. badgerryan19
    Jun 19, 2017
    6
    The most disappointing game of the year so far. The game has superb gameplay, but the game has really bad writing, facial animations, and an average story. Not much I can say that hasn't been said already.
  6. lizardking420
    Feb 7, 2018
    6
    Not like the original, it's like star trek voyager while mass effect one and two were the next generation. 3 being a sh*tty unneeded add-on sequel. Games got good graphics, poor character creator but i did manage to make my female character sexy looking. Music and voice acting is terrible and nothing like the 2 original actors and amazing soundtracks. All the aliens pretty much now talkNot like the original, it's like star trek voyager while mass effect one and two were the next generation. 3 being a sh*tty unneeded add-on sequel. Games got good graphics, poor character creator but i did manage to make my female character sexy looking. Music and voice acting is terrible and nothing like the 2 original actors and amazing soundtracks. All the aliens pretty much now talk with a clear unconvincing human voice. Dialog and choices are dull and boring. Gameplay and content wise it's the same as the previous titles. You still cannot fly the ship and you scan random planets with a probe. There's a vehicle to drive like the last. Not bad for $13 if you're bored though.… Expand
  7. KayVen17
    Sep 23, 2017
    7
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 66/100
    Mein User Score = 7/10    … Expand
  8. H_SnypeR
    Apr 12, 2017
    7
    Some things are better and somethings are worsers compared with the original trilogy.

    Pros + Graphics and open world is great. + A sense of exploration + Love the Nomad vechical for exploration and mining + Beautiful Landscapes + Great combat + Great soundtrack + Good gameplay mechanics especially with the jumpjets and wide variety of builds and weapons + Ending went out with a    Some things are better and somethings are worsers compared with the original trilogy.

    Pros
    + Graphics and open world is great.
    + A sense of exploration
    + Love the Nomad vechical for exploration and mining
    + Beautiful Landscapes
    + Great combat
    + Great soundtrack
    + Good gameplay mechanics especially with the jumpjets and wide variety of builds and weapons
    + Ending went out with a bang. Really good way to set up for sequel, but could be better if there was more info on the Jaardan

    Cons
    - Main Story has pacing issues.
    - Scanning missions need more work to make it more diverse and deeper . Esp murder detective quests
    - Too many boring side quests
    - too many fetch quests in disguise!!!!
    - The activation of vaults was great and varied, but more potential to explore alien race culture
    - boring world to world scanning chores. Sometimes you get nothing from it. But I can see why it was added as a filler
    - Activating cryo statis pods could make the Nexus more populated.
    - Annoying travelling to and from the Nexus, Tempest for conversation for just simple tasks. They could vidcon instead of travelling to nexus to talk to Director addison or certain people sometimes and it made travelling feel like a chore.
    - The andromeda galaxy needed more alien cultures.
    - Ugly female and male presets in character creations.
    - Sara Ryder could have been prettier if not for those SJW's

    I'm not as affected by the animation issues as I grew up with 90s and early 2000's gaming which had little to no facial animations,

    But I also miss the cool drop landing in ME3 where you land from a dropship straight into battle. It was an epic feeling which you don't get in Andromeda. It's just the long and slow animations of flying off and landing constantly. It was cool at first, but gets tiring.

    - Story telling lacks a bit of length and main story is too short.    … Expand
  9. Mordor2112
    Apr 18, 2017
    8
    I played the heck out of ME 2 on PC and ME 3 on PS3, had a blast with both and really loved those games. Did I have big expectations about Andromeda - yes, I did and I'm not disappointed. I'm playing on a regular PS4 and the game is good! Yes, you get a bunch of ugly faces to chose from and there are a few glitches (I got stuck between rocks in the first 20 minutes) but it's a huge arenaI played the heck out of ME 2 on PC and ME 3 on PS3, had a blast with both and really loved those games. Did I have big expectations about Andromeda - yes, I did and I'm not disappointed. I'm playing on a regular PS4 and the game is good! Yes, you get a bunch of ugly faces to chose from and there are a few glitches (I got stuck between rocks in the first 20 minutes) but it's a huge arena with enough things to do for months. I'm telling you, if were into the Mass Effect universe before you shouldn't miss this one.… Expand
  10. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    7
    I have a confession to make, this was my first Mass Effect game so my opinion on the game may not be as polarizing as some. So for me, I don’t have the massive disappointment that Mass Effect 2 (regarded as one of the greatest games of all time) turned into this. For me personally, I am coming into this game fresh and so I did my best to keep an open mind about this game.

    To start off    I have a confession to make, this was my first Mass Effect game so my opinion on the game may not be as polarizing as some. So for me, I don’t have the massive disappointment that Mass Effect 2 (regarded as one of the greatest games of all time) turned into this. For me personally, I am coming into this game fresh and so I did my best to keep an open mind about this game.

    To start off this game got lambasted with mockery on how the facial animations looked which I don’t think that’s fair and I think its kind of tacky. I try to look at it like games like Uncharted 4 have spoiled us. I always try to do my best to not compare games other games because I don’t think its fair.

    Normally I like to talk about the story a little bit in these “reviews” but for this game, I’m not going to bother because the story is forgettable. The characters themselves are also fairly forgettable as well. Although in traditional Bioware fashion, you do get to romance characters so that’s something you can do if you want to.

    Right at the start of the game, your first choice is to pick whether you want to be the male of female Ryder. They’re twins so your choice is Scott or Sara. I chose the male, Scott because I’m a guy and I almost always go with the character that best represents me in these scenarios. I know its boring but that’s just the way I play games.

    Bouncing back to the Romance options, the person I became most interested in was a character named Suvi. It’s not because the character was necessarily that great, I just liked her voice and more specifically the Scottish accent. Unfortunately, I discovered that Suvi can only be romanced by Sara so she was no longer an option. At that point, I switched focus and had to choose between a woman named Cora who was kind of manly and I don’t like her hair or Peebee who is an alien race and a very annoying character. I ended up going with Cora and as I got to know her a little bit better she kind of grew on me. I think it is important to note that the only reason I even did this was for the trophy. I don’t what it is but watching video game sex (or any animated sex) makes me uncomfortable. I think about the animators staying up late and working overtime just to animate the sex scene. It’s just weird.

    Ultimately what kept me playing this game was the shooting. Its a very well made third-person shooter. The shooting is tight the action is exciting and I have nothing but positive things to say about the combat. I genuinely had a good time playing this game because of the combat.

    I’m trying to think if this is a game that I would recommend. If you’re a fan of the mass effect series and you like Mass Effect because of the story and interesting characters. Stay away but if you’re in the market for a good third person shooter. Then yes, I would recommend picking this up.    … Expand
  11. Reed618
    Jul 18, 2017
    6
    I put about 34 hours in and got about 73 percent completion... much more than expected. I actually quite enjoyed it. The patches have clearly helped as I experienced only a few glitches.
    All of the issues have been discussed at length with a heavy focus on the terrible facial animations and poor writing.
    What really annoyed me though was during sidequests... someone would tell me to    I put about 34 hours in and got about 73 percent completion... much more than expected. I actually quite enjoyed it. The patches have clearly helped as I experienced only a few glitches.
    All of the issues have been discussed at length with a heavy focus on the terrible facial animations and poor writing.
    What really annoyed me though was during sidequests... someone would tell me to check my email.. then i'd need to go to a planet and talk to someone.. then i'd need to go to another planet and talk to someone else.. then i'd need to drive for ten minutes and then there'd be a battle.. then I'd drive back and talk to that person again. The quests are prolonged and dragged out unnecessarily. Towards the end of the game I was getting so tired of it. If I keep getting redirected from planet to planet so then i had to deal with loading screen after loading screen. It's bad game design and that's what pushed the score down to a 7 for me.
    The combat is great and planetary exploration and terraforming is a lot of fun too. It's disappointing (especially the characters and story) but it's certainly not a bad game.    … Expand
  12. igator
    Jul 16, 2018
    9
    Andromeda is a great action-adventure games with RPG elements. I started it when it received 1.06 patch. So I can't comment on how it looks and plays before this patch.

    Pros: - excellent plot - vast and complex - very beautiful, miscellaneous and massive maps (planets) - great sound - music and voices - interesting and productive dialogs - main extra quests (when you help your crew    Andromeda is a great action-adventure games with RPG elements. I started it when it received 1.06 patch. So I can't comment on how it looks and plays before this patch.

    Pros:
    - excellent plot - vast and complex
    - very beautiful, miscellaneous and massive maps (planets)
    - great sound - music and voices
    - interesting and productive dialogs
    - main extra quests (when you help your crew members) are pleasant and pithy
    - natural body movements
    - enjoyable vehicle control system

    Cons:
    - awkward facial animations
    - quite a big amount of small bugs (AI, animations), but nothing serious

    All in all, this game was a very satisfying experience for me. I am glad I bought and finished it. Andromeda definitely deserves 9. It is my favourite action-RPG game of 2017. The game is extremely detailed - you can learn a lot of things by reading journals and manuals, talking to locals, your crew members and other travelers. So you can get your head in the game.
    The only more detailed game I played is Witcher 3. But it was too detailed, to such an extent that I was even bored at the end, trying to read everything and talk to everyone.
    Andromeda really made me feel like I was exploring a different galaxy. And this is important. It is an atmospheric game - the most valuable game quality for me.
    What strikes me about this game is that there is such a big amount of unreasoned negative reviews. How such a wonderful game may deserve 2-3? Impossible. Even if you don't like the story as much as I do, still it can't be less than 5-6. Developers definitely worked hard to make this game as good as it is. True, it is not as polished as it could be. But still, it is a decent game with many strengths. And like any other game, it has it's weaknesses. It doesn't seem like such a big deal, though.    … Expand
  13. Berrlett
    Oct 9, 2017
    6
    One of the positive things about this is I bought it at a 65% discount. It’s not a bad Mass Effect by any means and I don’t normally take graphical power or character face design into deep consideration if the game is good and this was good but not more. It lacked big boss fights and all you face are repetitive all throughout the game, was waiting for a final boss fight but disappointed toOne of the positive things about this is I bought it at a 65% discount. It’s not a bad Mass Effect by any means and I don’t normally take graphical power or character face design into deep consideration if the game is good and this was good but not more. It lacked big boss fights and all you face are repetitive all throughout the game, was waiting for a final boss fight but disappointed to stumble on the same bunch that harassed you through the entire campaign. The story is ok/weak, attempts at side missions were ok, fighting mechanics, conversation and narrative were ok. Buy it a more than 50% discount you’ll feel good playing.… Expand
  14. Visionaire
    Apr 15, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well, ok, impression is that Bioware was so bad on funds that they killed an amazing franchise with an amateur semi-AAA release to raise some basic funds. In short: combat is ok, crafting, new game plus, char develoment are quite bad. Beating the game leaves "what the **** impression. While i cant say that story or side quests are generally bad, they suffer sometimes. Voeld is pretty good actually, Kadara too.But general scenario/conception suffer big time. I ll give a credit to scenario team that you realize that you ve been ****ed only around game's end but well. Instead of giving the feeling of satisfaction the game exposes its weaknesses near the end.
    Does it worth nearly 100usd/eu - yes definitely. Despite all the **** and all the failed expectations its still a very good game. Its a very poor extending of mass effect franchise nevertheless. But still the game as is with all its flaws is definitely a solid AAA release    … Expand
  15. SFCspectacular
    Apr 20, 2017
    6
    Mass Effect Andromeda

    Release Date: 21 March 17 Price: $59.99 System: PC, PS4, Xbox ONE The prospect of having a memorable space adventure is exciting to some gamers. Furthermore, many gamers crave action RPGs. One would think if you combined the two this would be an awesome game. Couple this with the storied history of the original Mass Effect trilogy and you’d be puzzled as to why    Mass Effect Andromeda

    Release Date: 21 March 17 Price: $59.99 System: PC, PS4, Xbox ONE

    The prospect of having a memorable space adventure is exciting to some gamers. Furthermore, many gamers crave action RPGs. One would think if you combined the two this would be an awesome game. Couple this with the storied history of the original Mass Effect trilogy and you’d be puzzled as to why Bioware produced such a disappointing game.

    If you’re wondering what makes Mass Effect Andromeda tick then look no further. Stay tuned for this review of Mass Effect Andromeda.

    Mass Effect: Andromeda is an action role-playing video game developed by BioWare Montreal and published by Electronic Arts for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows.

    Story

    Mass Effect: Andromeda begins in 2185, between the events of the second and third games in the original trilogy. The four Citadel Council races and the Quarians launch a strategy called the Andromeda Initiative. Each race sends 20,000 citizens on a one-way, 600-year journey to Andromeda aboard their own transportation vessel, called an Ark, and selects a leader, known as a Pathfinder. Shortly after waking from hyper sleep you take control of one of two twins: Scott or Sara Ryder. So begins your arduous journey to populate the new solar system.

    Gameplay

    Mass Effect Andromeda plays well for the most part. As a third person action RPG you’re able to run, boots jump, and use powers called biotics. Unfortunately the clunky menus and confusing interface will have you confused. The player can adjust the look of their character, but any attempt will result in a weird mannequin looking monstrosity. The combat might be the best part of this game. The joy of linking your biotics together with your teammates is satisfying and beckons you to enjoy more. Unfortunately due to the lack of a crouch button, constant glitches, and horrible optimization destroys all joy you might feel.

    Graphics

    By now the unanimous opinion on this games graphics is quite clear. Horrible is too nice a word to address this section. Bioware must have been asleep during facial animation classes. As of the time of this video the game has been patched, but still plays and looks like crap. Bottom line is the graphics should be the last thing a triple a title lacks.

    Music/sound

    The music in this game is forgettable and the voice acting is ten times as deplorable. Once again Bioware and EA must have out sourced these areas to drunken bums because that is the amount of care it seems they gave to this area. You’ll be better of playing your own music and imagining the dialogue.

    Playback

    The good news is Mass Effect Andromeda is filled with things to do. From your main mission of populating the Heleus Cluster to the loyalty missions this game will have you busy for a long time. There are more than enough planets to help colonize and the loyalty missions help you flesh out and get to know your shipmates. This has been the hallmark of the Mass Effect series so there should be no surprise at its generous offerings.

    Summary Score

    Many gamers waited years in anticipation for this new iteration of their beloved franchise. Instead they were given what some would call a shell of the old games. Marred with controversy, bad graphics, and empty promises Bioware has failed to deliver the Triple A Space RPG adventure many were promised. Mass Effect isn’t a bad game, but on the other hand nor is it an outstanding game. Many other games have faced the same woes, but not in such a huge combination of follies. Mass Effect Andromeda gets a 6.5 out of 10.    … Expand
  16. davidplays3
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    I already completed this game twice and i give it a 9.5/10 the only bad things that i found in this game are some bugs, facial expressions and some secondary missions are kinda boring but other than that, the game is great one of the best i've ever played and i don't know why all the hate on this game.
  17. ElleryHQ
    May 31, 2019
    4
    Безумно скучная игра. Слабый сюжет, сильно деградирующая диалоговая система, скучный гг, система развития неспособная заинтересовать в повторном прохождении, бестолковые сайдквесты. Ну и убогая анимация и ОГРОМНОЕ количество багов (серьезно, я такого давно не видел). Развлекают только стычки с врагами, но их малое разнообразие еще более удручает. Все мог исправить интересный финальный бой,Безумно скучная игра. Слабый сюжет, сильно деградирующая диалоговая система, скучный гг, система развития неспособная заинтересовать в повторном прохождении, бестолковые сайдквесты. Ну и убогая анимация и ОГРОМНОЕ количество багов (серьезно, я такого давно не видел). Развлекают только стычки с врагами, но их малое разнообразие еще более удручает. Все мог исправить интересный финальный бой, но все, что от тебя требует игра, это пробежать от точки А до точки Б, попутно убив с дюжину самых обыденных противников. Фиаско.… Expand
  18. RowanBlack
    Apr 9, 2017
    6
    The few shining moments in this game are not enough to save the experience. I was so excited to start this game I brought my wife in to experience the opening with me, I expected more, rarely have I experienced a AAA game with so little in the way of story development in the beginning.

    Once you get into the game you will occasionally find a questline that provides an enjoyable    The few shining moments in this game are not enough to save the experience. I was so excited to start this game I brought my wife in to experience the opening with me, I expected more, rarely have I experienced a AAA game with so little in the way of story development in the beginning.

    Once you get into the game you will occasionally find a questline that provides an enjoyable experience, but those are few and to often entirely missable. Few low quality quests would have greatly improved this game.

    The combat system is fine and combat can be an enjoyable activity.

    Sadly only a major content update will save this game. Hopefully lessons will be learned and the next installment will bring the magic back.    … Expand
  19. Wereturtle
    Apr 5, 2017
    5
    I am a huge fan of the previous Mass Effect installments, so much so that giving this game such a low rating hurts, but I can not love this game with so many obvious flaws. I have completed the game twice and reached level 80, and so I feel as though I can give a thorough review.

    Firstly, lets delve into the problems with the writing. The story feels rinsed and repeated, following along    I am a huge fan of the previous Mass Effect installments, so much so that giving this game such a low rating hurts, but I can not love this game with so many obvious flaws. I have completed the game twice and reached level 80, and so I feel as though I can give a thorough review.

    Firstly, lets delve into the problems with the writing. The story feels rinsed and repeated, following along with the generic layout of "big galactic bad guys want to destroy us, so lets get all the aliens under our banner and defeat them together." And it feels like I should care that the whole initiative is at stake but I just simply do not. Right from the get go the story is thrown onto your lap and you go from there, but there is no mystery or build up like there was in the original Mass Effect.
    Not only this, but there is also the problem of all the bad guys in Bioware games as of late being unfeeling, generic 'super villains', which is the same mistake they made with Corypheus in DA:I. A long with this they missed several opportunities, they could have perhaps made the story more interesting by having the player be able to choose the race of their Pathfinder similar to their Dragon Age series, it would certainly have been interesting to play as the Turian or Asari Pathfinder and I'm sure many fans would have loved the opportunity to do so. My main problem with the main story is there is no compelling force driving the story forward until the mission before the last, and only then is a 'mystery' given to us that seems worthy of investigation, but by then I am sure many players had already put their controllers down and called it a day.

    Story aside, there is also the problem with dialogue and interactions between Ryder and their crew feeling forced and unnatural. Talking to the crew feels like a chore, the characters given to us this time around just aren't as interesting as those in the previous games, and it's a real shame because with this being a whole new galaxy and a clean slate Bioware has missed several opportunities. It's the same "Turian, Krogan, Asari, Human male, Human female and Other" layout, and they all fall into more-or-less the same role as the crew of the Normandy. This, paired with the strange dialogue and writing choices makes for a boring crew. I often find myself pausing within a cut scene and thinking "wait, what did they just say?" more times than I would have liked. I have found a lot of the writing is juvenile and written so poorly it could have been easily mistaken for a fanfiction.

    Take for example Liam's line "I think that one is mad at me. Probably because I shot it in the face." this quite literally sounds like something I would have said in middle school. Or perhaps Ryder's words in Jaal's romance line "I'm glad you can be so open and vulnerable with me." and his reply "You make me feel safe." if this cringe inducing dialogue does not sound like high-school girl level fanfiction to you, I'm not sure what else to say. And let us not forget Addison's ironic, yet infamous line "I'm sorry, my face is tired." These are but a few snippets of poor writing, which mixed with a generic and boring cast create a cocktail of 'meh.' The only redeeming quality of the crew is their loyalty missions, which is where you feel like you see a glimmer of something resembling an interesting character before they dissolve back into 'meh' once the quest is over.

    But, aside from the disappointing cast and main story, the plus side is that the combat in ME:A is largely improved compared to the previous ME installments and is quite literally the most fun thing to do in the game besides space exploration. With SAM being so closely linked to the main character, the player is free to choose any skills and abilities they wish and is not limited to one class per play through, which creates a truly unique play style that you can customize to suit your preference.

    Another good thing about the game is planetary exploration, and while getting to those planets may be boring and tedious due to un-skippable cut scenes, the worlds are unique and quite often breathtaking to look at and explore. The quests on each planet may often be watered down to fetch quests, but the planets themselves, along with the nomad to explore them in are quite fun to play around with, and you may end up finding yourself lost in some random quest on some far flung corner of the map and completely forget there was a main story at all.

    Although I must also point out character customization is very limited, and I found myself wondering why I couldn't make my skin lighter than a tan, or why I couldn't adjust the shape of my eyes at all. It was very frustrating.

    And finally, a flaw that I am sure many, many people have already commented upon is the facial animations and all the bugs that were present upon release, but I don't really feel like beating a dead horse.

    I am now out of space, but overall I am disappointed. Very disappointed.    … Expand
  20. ZaudStorm
    May 5, 2017
    8
    MEA turned out to be a great game even though I was disappointed and expected much more, the story may feel unoriginal but still has that Mass Effect feel. Afterall this was made by BioWare Montreal and this is their first major project. I have faith in BioWare and I'm sure MEA2 will improve a lot more as there is so much left to be answered.
  21. Mattherw
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    This game was clearly rushed out to market before it was ready. The result has been lots of glitches and the now famously bad facial animation. Many of these issues have been corrected with patches but a lot are still present. Even considering the technical issues this is the best game I have played this year. The visuals are amazing and the graphics are great (PS4 on 4K LCD). Combat andThis game was clearly rushed out to market before it was ready. The result has been lots of glitches and the now famously bad facial animation. Many of these issues have been corrected with patches but a lot are still present. Even considering the technical issues this is the best game I have played this year. The visuals are amazing and the graphics are great (PS4 on 4K LCD). Combat and game mechanics are intuitive and probably the best of any Mass effect game. The story is simplistic but the whole point of the game is to explore Andromeda and reset from the complete dead end the writers were left with after ME3. If you want to understand the depth of the story by learning motives and details about new species then you will have to spend a lot of time exploring, reading data pads and completing side quests. This game is by no means perfect and without so many overly critical reviews from people who want everything in the story spelt out for them, I would have been more critical. This game is clearly meant to be the opening act of a trilogy (just like ME1) and therefore is less fast paced and spends a lot of time establishing the narrative needed for later games. I would highly recommend this title, BioWare clearly dropped the ball rushing this out but having paid full price I am very content with the value for money having played more than 80 hours on my first play through.… Expand
  22. ageofcynthia
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    This game is good despite all the hate it has received Definitely needs some work and from what bioware has said, most bugs will be addressed. The story was solid and i connected with most of the characters. Writing is cringy at times but i get Ryder is young and is not as mature as Shepard was in me1. Combat is great. Environments could be better. Overall game play is great. Hopefully theThis game is good despite all the hate it has received Definitely needs some work and from what bioware has said, most bugs will be addressed. The story was solid and i connected with most of the characters. Writing is cringy at times but i get Ryder is young and is not as mature as Shepard was in me1. Combat is great. Environments could be better. Overall game play is great. Hopefully the trend from the original trilogy will continue and the second game will be better,… Expand
  23. Sixfootdig
    Apr 19, 2017
    9
    I seriously cannot understand all the hate on this title. Yes, there are a few hiccups along the way but I have completely enjoyed every minute. I love the combat mechanics, the layout of the areas, pretty much everything except of course the facial animations, but in all honesty if you are going to let that ruin a game for you, you are far too sensitive and critical, there are a millionI seriously cannot understand all the hate on this title. Yes, there are a few hiccups along the way but I have completely enjoyed every minute. I love the combat mechanics, the layout of the areas, pretty much everything except of course the facial animations, but in all honesty if you are going to let that ruin a game for you, you are far too sensitive and critical, there are a million dialogue choices and if you think they can manually match the animations to every voice line you are expecting too much. Multiplayer is very fun but is difficult at first. for 60 dollars I couldnt ask for more entertainment.… Expand
  24. QuakeFX
    Apr 21, 2017
    5
    Couldn't finish it. I heard about all the bugs and the facial animations and as a long time fan of the franchise I thought I could see through it. But while the story is bad, the dialogue and delivery is even worse. All quests require you to run from terminal to terminal to terminal with very little interesting stuff in between.
  25. Balbontin
    May 9, 2017
    5
    Hacia tiempo que no me arrepentía tanto de comprarme un juego. El juego se está vendiendo porque delante de Andromeda pone Mass Effect, de lo contrario sería un juego que pasaría sin pena ni gloria.

    Es un juego sin terminar, con unas animaciones de principio de play 3, un caos, por desgracia yo me he encontrado con bugs graves con lo que mi enfado ha ido aumentando. No recomiendo la    Hacia tiempo que no me arrepentía tanto de comprarme un juego. El juego se está vendiendo porque delante de Andromeda pone Mass Effect, de lo contrario sería un juego que pasaría sin pena ni gloria.

    Es un juego sin terminar, con unas animaciones de principio de play 3, un caos, por desgracia yo me he encontrado con bugs graves con lo que mi enfado ha ido aumentando. No recomiendo la comprar para nada, ni siquiera para cuando esté por debajo de los 10 €.    … Expand
  26. swoff
    May 11, 2017
    10
    I want to thank bioware for this epic journey!!
    one of my favorite games so far with cool characters an epic story an absolute brilliant combat gameplay!!! its not perfect but what game is ? still in love after 100+ h gameplay
  27. Xx_CrazyAce_xX
    May 13, 2017
    8
    My review for Mass Effect: Andromeda after I finished the game. I thought it was an irregularity, but likeable because the combat gameplay was one of positive quality, the RPG elements helped the balance within the game. As I don't have a massive issue with face animation/technical but still need to be revamped. Main Quests were solid but short and subquests were a temptation to do. SomeMy review for Mass Effect: Andromeda after I finished the game. I thought it was an irregularity, but likeable because the combat gameplay was one of positive quality, the RPG elements helped the balance within the game. As I don't have a massive issue with face animation/technical but still need to be revamped. Main Quests were solid but short and subquests were a temptation to do. Some areas of the storylines are flawed. I do like the characters within the game because they can be easily well-liked but needs strive to lasting impact on the setting of the storylines; I'm disappointed that I cannot customize the squadmates. Would I play Mass Effect; Andromeda again? Yes, I would do because I do enjoy the game and I am forward to play on the insanity mode. 8/10… Expand
  28. Readinguselessm
    May 14, 2017
    9
    Not the perfect gem that is Witcher 3 but still a great open world RPG. The hate this title receives probably stems from the still failed promise of the Mass Effect franchise as a whole (and ME3's ending specifically) where choices made across multiple games effect the ultimate outcome. On its own, however, it's great. As for its political themes, Bioware has never shied away from such,Not the perfect gem that is Witcher 3 but still a great open world RPG. The hate this title receives probably stems from the still failed promise of the Mass Effect franchise as a whole (and ME3's ending specifically) where choices made across multiple games effect the ultimate outcome. On its own, however, it's great. As for its political themes, Bioware has never shied away from such, but maybe some ME fans weren't old enough to realize this before? The story of refugees seeking asylum from a war-torn homeland may be unique to gamer, but it serves as an interesting reflection of today's cultural climate.... and that's one of the things sci-fi does best, places a mirror to ourselves and asks what if? The backlash against such a storyline is a sign of our political climate, not any change on the Bioware's part... regardless of who's the head of the writing team. Sure, day one had some hiccups, but the updates have patched most everything that drove down its initial score. One more note: the hoopla against the default female Ryder is ridiculously immature, and if adolescent gamers wishing to capitalize on the male gaze didn't know, you can customize the look and gender of your character all you want. In short, check this game out. It's not something that will hook you in the opening minutes (or even first hour), but given time, you'll find it being a great little itch you have to scratch. After all, the galaxy needs you, Pathfinder.… Expand
  29. Cerbius
    May 14, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Review of release 1.06 (Potential Spoilers)

    I was glad to get the opportunity to play this game after a number of fixes have been implemented, I have not played pre-1.05 and have only experienced minor issues, most of which were resolved upon updating graphics drivers (Yes this game really does require the latest!)

    My expectations were perhaps lower than average seeing as this game has come off the back of the remarkable achievement that is the original Mass Effect trilogy; however I feel that this game sets the foundation well to expand on in future installments.

    I feel like the game could have benefited from more characters with more diverse dispositions and personalities, some of the playable characters seemed very similar to previous incarnations. As a new race the Angara felt more human than alien in everything other than appearance, which is surprising considering that Andromeda is a different galaxy entirely. It would have been good to see more cultural quirks come into play.

    All in all, 8/10    … Expand
  30. System1988
    May 22, 2017
    6
    I bought a PS4 Pro in order to play MEA in all its glory. However the game failed to not only stand as tall as its predecessors, but also close to the minimum standards they set. Before going any further I would like to make crystal clear that I am extremely liberal with all genders and I actually favor equality among them. I just don't want gender politics in my games! I also want toI bought a PS4 Pro in order to play MEA in all its glory. However the game failed to not only stand as tall as its predecessors, but also close to the minimum standards they set. Before going any further I would like to make crystal clear that I am extremely liberal with all genders and I actually favor equality among them. I just don't want gender politics in my games! I also want to mention that I usually have 3 tiers of scoring a game which I will explain below:

    TIER 1 - How does it stand among all videogames - 4/10

    MEA is a decent 3rd person shooter with many bugs and glitches as well as a childishly writen and mostly boring storyline that picks up pace and interest in the final 2 hours. NOT what you want from a ME game. It is a half-finished product that plainly depicts the panic the studio had with how almost all aspects of the game would look, from character appearance (yes the facial animations) to the entire story. Most importantly the game killed the main gameplay mechanic that made sense, the dialog wheel, going from Paragon/Renegade to "emotional development choices that in the long run affect your character". Never noticed that. Finally, and I will explain this more in later Tiers, the game is destroyed by amateur attempts to infuse it with sociopolitical propaganda, mainly feminist, something that was both unecessary and insulting to the gamer community. Studies show that people who play videogames are generally "Smarter" so why don't just go with that instead of cramming into our throats politics we already know and respect and that should ALWAYS stay out of the entertainment industry? MEA is Bioware's greatest missed opportunity, a poor game compared to many other AAA titles you can play.

    TIER 2 - How does it compare to other games of the genre 5/10

    ME 1,2,3 set a high bar. The trilogy however taught Bioware nothing of how important the story is to any game. Even if I took this out, the game fails to reach even the standards itself created. It was a game about exploration instead of an inwards-looking, character development storyline, ok let's try that I am game, I am open to new things. However the exploration part was reppetetive, uninspired and generic. I expected to explore a Galaxy and find at least 4-5 new species indeginous to it, same as ME 1. I got 3, and all boringly executed and writen mostly. The Agara could have been more fleshed out and less naive, the Remnant are interesting at first only to get squashed by repetitiveness and the Kett are an ugly and hilarious enemy to be against. I simply never felt threatened by them. With this fact us players were left with the need to look for entertainment in the characters and not the repetitiveness- emptiness of Andromeda. But the characters, with the exception of Peebe, Jaal and Drack were UNINTERESTING and most importantly, intentionally posing as feminist political cues. Simply put, the entire crew of the Tempest exists as a character empowerement of Sara Ryder. There are simply no powerful males in there. Drack is no A male, just a grumpy old man to respect, not antagonize, Liam is the less interesting, wining excuse of a human being, Cora is steel cold and irritating. Vetra is quicky reduced from a powerful female to a caregiver mother figure that overprotects her little sister, Gil is a guy that struggles to find his pace with a platonic relationship with his lady friend and so on. One could say that comparing them to characters like Garrus and Liara is unfair since we had 3 games with them and they grew on us. But that is not true, they were all amazing, even from the very first game. In ME 1,2,3 I wanted to go back to the ship and talk to my complanions as much as possible. In MEA I wanted to be out of the ship as much as possible in order to take breaks from conversations I knew I had to listen to because I paid 70 euros for them. That is not how a ME game should feel like. Finally, the Arks' storyline is a missed chance to flesh the story more.

    TIER 3- What does it "do for me" as a fan? 7/10

    Ok, let's take a breather. We waited for this game patiently for 4 long years. Let's take some of the good stuff out of it and remember it as a "slow" origins story isntead of a complete one. Peebe is AWESOME. I kept going back to the Tempest just to get as much out of her as possible. Incredibly satisfying choice for a romance as well, by far the most well writen and that says a lot for the rest of the crew. The Remnant story, although mired by repeating themes (the final 2 vaults were a chore, not a wonder) they open the game to sequels in an extremely interesting way. Drack was a laugh and Suvi and Kallo simply adorable. Ryder is descently writen and stands almost as tall as Shepard as a leader, fighting her way not only though a very bad storyline that does not do her justice but also an amazingly executed internal fight with herself, her family and the terrible truth of Mikly Way's ultimate fate.    … Expand
  31. Kire_92
    Jul 30, 2018
    6
    At the core this is a good game, but some design decisions and what feels like a lack of development time ruins what could have been a great game.

    There is a lot of quest and stuff to do in this game, but unfortunately it focuses more on quantity instead of quality. Most quests are boring and most things you do feels like chores instead of entertainment. It might be fun on the first    At the core this is a good game, but some design decisions and what feels like a lack of development time ruins what could have been a great game.

    There is a lot of quest and stuff to do in this game, but unfortunately it focuses more on quantity instead of quality. Most quests are boring and most things you do feels like chores instead of entertainment. It might be fun on the first planet but after that most quests feels boring and repetitive. And it’s not only the quests that are repetitive, it’s also the enemies and the creatures on different planets. And in a game that focus a lot on exploration this repetitiveness is a lot more noticeable.

    The combat is also not very fun in my opinion, even though it feels a lot better and is not as stiff as the other Mass Effect games. But the cover system feels very clunky and the fact that you are limited to only 3 active abilities when there are around 20 to choose from makes me frustrated and wishing for more options to have FUN in combat. In its current state the combat feels very bland and lacking things to make me feel entertained.

    With that said I actually I still enjoyed the game even though it have a lot of flaws. I never found any major bugs that annoyed me and I was fine with the facial animations that a lot of people have criticized the game for. What made be appreciate the game is the overall setting and tone of the game and I liked the story and the characters, and in my opinion that is the most important part of a Mass Effect game. I managed to quickly feel immersed in the world and loved the first hours. But the repetitive nature of the game made it worse and worse the longer I played. After playing it for some time I kind of wished that the game was over so that it wouldn’t taint my experience anymore. Luckily the main quest managed to stay varied and therefore I found the game enjoyable until the end and I do not regret purchasing it... but the developers could have made it a lot better than what we ended up with.    … Expand
  32. Lemings915
    Aug 24, 2018
    1
    Absolutely awful, unless the next game is made by 'Ex Bioware developers' stay away from it. At this point EA should shut Bioware down as the game is so lazy, the story was written by a seven year old. The game design was handled by a team of idiots and the 'animation' doesn't even exist. I saw Peebee T-pose across my screen in a conversation with Kallo through the escape pod.

    Do not    Absolutely awful, unless the next game is made by 'Ex Bioware developers' stay away from it. At this point EA should shut Bioware down as the game is so lazy, the story was written by a seven year old. The game design was handled by a team of idiots and the 'animation' doesn't even exist. I saw Peebee T-pose across my screen in a conversation with Kallo through the escape pod.

    Do not waste any of your money on this game. If you can find a way of getting a free copy of the game then sure play it then, torrent it if you want. But don't buy this awful game.    … Expand
  33. oporto2
    Mar 13, 2018
    7
    Certainly the "worst" of the MA games, but that isn't a bad spot to be. MA1 and especially 2 are nearly perfect games. The combat system was good, I didn't like my reliance on the powerful shotgun, but why switch to something weaker? Exploring the planets was fun, less planets to visit then in previous games, but the worlds are so much more alive and fully constructed. My biggestCertainly the "worst" of the MA games, but that isn't a bad spot to be. MA1 and especially 2 are nearly perfect games. The combat system was good, I didn't like my reliance on the powerful shotgun, but why switch to something weaker? Exploring the planets was fun, less planets to visit then in previous games, but the worlds are so much more alive and fully constructed. My biggest objection is with the galaxy exploration. I wanted to discover every planet in previous games, but this game gave you very little reason to explore. No true side missions on those planets, and even if you wanted to know more about the planets, the font size stopped me from reading anything. I had fun playing the game, and I feel 7 is the right score.… Expand
  34. Revoltado
    Aug 25, 2018
    7
    Comprei o jogo numa promoção, o preço realmente tava lá em baixo... Li muito sobre o jogo, e já até tinha uma postura negativa dele antes de jogá-lo, mas depois jogando me impressionei até com o jogo visto tanta coisa ruim que o ronda...
    Prós:
    - muita coisa para se fazer e muitos lugares para se explorar; - jogabilidade / gameplay muito superior ao ME 2 e ao ME 3; Contras: -    Comprei o jogo numa promoção, o preço realmente tava lá em baixo... Li muito sobre o jogo, e já até tinha uma postura negativa dele antes de jogá-lo, mas depois jogando me impressionei até com o jogo visto tanta coisa ruim que o ronda...
    Prós:
    - muita coisa para se fazer e muitos lugares para se explorar;
    - jogabilidade / gameplay muito superior ao ME 2 e ao ME 3;

    Contras:
    - animações no geral, a facial é realmente grotesca (olhos que giram estranhamente, falta de emoção...) mas a movimentação especialmente dos npcs em cutscene é terrível.
    - foi a tripulação mais sem graça de todas (em especial a humana), sem carisma, durante as minhas aventuras ficava em dúvida em quem colocar no time por falta de opção.
    - bugs... não é constante mas ocorrem com certa frequência, o que mais ocorreu comigo foi o de ao pular em algum objeto ao invés de ficar em cima dele minha personagem o atravessava (até em ponte aconteceu isso), outro com menor frequência foi o da personagem de ficar presa em alguns locais    … Expand
  35. YiannisTheMenac
    Jul 16, 2018
    7
    Not the best ME game ever, but not bad at the same time. It plays Okay and the story kept me hanging there until the end. The voice overs are excellent but the main character is a bit lame and boring. After a year of release, it feels good, with minimal bugs and so far i had no problem playing the game. I feel that lots of people gave a bad review in this game just because the new ME wasNot the best ME game ever, but not bad at the same time. It plays Okay and the story kept me hanging there until the end. The voice overs are excellent but the main character is a bit lame and boring. After a year of release, it feels good, with minimal bugs and so far i had no problem playing the game. I feel that lots of people gave a bad review in this game just because the new ME was not the game they were expecting to be. It is a nice game and i definitely it worth spending some money on it. I feel that even if you are a newcomer you will enjoy the game.… Expand
  36. MeleeM
    Jun 5, 2022
    0
    Loved the Mass Effect trilogy (with the exception of the asinine "Citadel" dlc for ME3). "Andromeda", however, is an absolute steaming heap of tedium and unintuitive controls. A more appropriate title would have been "Lost in Space".
  37. R0lan6
    Aug 31, 2018
    2
    Such a shame...

    I’m giving this a 2/10 because I did try to play it. So excited, particularly with ME2 and 3, and had high hopes for this. But when I got to the first planet i came to the realisation that this is not ME but something quite different. And I mean different in the most profoundly awful way... the story was terrible, characters we all loved were gone, and don’t get me    Such a shame...

    I’m giving this a 2/10 because I did try to play it. So excited, particularly with ME2 and 3, and had high hopes for this. But when I got to the first planet i came to the realisation that this is not ME but something quite different. And I mean different in the most profoundly awful way... the story was terrible, characters we all loved were gone, and don’t get me started on the silly spacesuits and annoying rocket-propelled jumps!

    I really did try, and I did get halfway through, but I just got bored, and annoyed at the terrible open-world gameplay. If you are a fan of ME 1-3 I implore you to never ever play this game. It will annihilate your love for the Mass Effect trilogy. Whoever was responsible for this monstrosity should be held to account, particularly for the damage it has single-handedly caused to the Mass Effect universe.

    May Mass Effect rest in peace...    … Expand
  38. Mass_Raider
    Sep 12, 2018
    10
    The only REAL problem with this game is that it's not the OG trilogy and not DA O, The game is really good when you are not comparing it to these game and has one of the best squads Bioware ever created! Also, we get a way better Family dynamic than the rest of their games. Not to mention it's also one hell off a looker.
  39. Derangedxzombie
    Jun 17, 2023
    0
    One of the worst games ever made, EVERYTHING about it is bad. Broken, buggy, nightmarish looking faces and animations, awful voice acting and wokeness, bad dialog. Belongs on a trash heap.
  40. jamesseda
    Mar 1, 2019
    10
    I've been playing this for the first time recently and I am in love with this game so far. I am not coming into this with having played the original trilogy. I only played Mass Effect 1, the other 2 are on my "to play" list. If you look and play this as a separate entity of the other games you will enjoy it more I think. This is more about being an explorer and diplomat from another galaxyI've been playing this for the first time recently and I am in love with this game so far. I am not coming into this with having played the original trilogy. I only played Mass Effect 1, the other 2 are on my "to play" list. If you look and play this as a separate entity of the other games you will enjoy it more I think. This is more about being an explorer and diplomat from another galaxy coming to colonize a new home for mankind. Not a run and gun soldier even though you will need to fight at times. It's like a Star Trek + No Mans Sky all in one. I really hope we get a sequel. It deserves one. I don't think it is fair to compare this game to the original trilogy. There were 3 games there to build upon, gameplay and story wise. The original Mass Effect had it's problems also. It was the 2nd game that from what I have read really pushed it further. I believe this game needs it's part 2 and 3 also to expand the story etc...
    Final Verdict... Go play the game. it's awesome!    … Expand
  41. MadnessisRising
    Mar 13, 2019
    6
    This is not a bad game it's just the worst Mass Effect-Game. I really had fun playing it. But compared to the Mass Effect Trilogy, some things went terrible wrong.
    - the face expressions
    - the overall look of the worlds (only 2 were interesting in my opinion) - the charakter-writing (again only 1-2 chars were pretty interesting) - redesign of the asari (what the hell went wrong with    This is not a bad game it's just the worst Mass Effect-Game. I really had fun playing it. But compared to the Mass Effect Trilogy, some things went terrible wrong.
    - the face expressions
    - the overall look of the worlds (only 2 were interesting in my opinion)
    - the charakter-writing (again only 1-2 chars were pretty interesting)
    - redesign of the asari (what the hell went wrong with them they look awful?!)
    - bad story or teammate-missions
    - only two (if you want literally one) new specie(s)
    - boring exploring (I mean why i should scan al those plants and stuff?!)

    Anyway the gameplay was really funny and also the tech-system was well programmed. I would buy it again (but only if it's on sale ;D)    … Expand
  42. Thomik
    Apr 13, 2019
    10
    All Who think mimimi The Story isnt like MS 1-3.
    I want to let you Know the Publisher and Bioware had said this years ago...
    that the Story will not MS 4.
  43. Swoosh26
    Oct 2, 2019
    8
    With all these **** games coming outh I started playing Andromeda again. And boy o boy was I surprised. I was hooked from the beginning.
  44. FidelGastro
    Mar 17, 2022
    5
    This just didn't work. The Mass Effect franchise didn't deserve this crap. However, to rate the game as absolute garbage would be unfair, it's just not good.

    The gameplay could still be rated as above average, as could the story. Unfortunately, what brings the game down is the graphics. Specifically the character animation. Most of this problem can be seen in the faces of the    This just didn't work. The Mass Effect franchise didn't deserve this crap. However, to rate the game as absolute garbage would be unfair, it's just not good.

    The gameplay could still be rated as above average, as could the story. Unfortunately, what brings the game down is the graphics. Specifically the character animation. Most of this problem can be seen in the faces of the characters, it's an absolute disaster.

    However, the game managed to keep me entertained for a few hours despite the big minuses. With a few exceptions, however, I was rushing the main storyline. I didn't want to sacrifice more hours to this game than was absolutely necessary.

    I rate it 5/10    … Expand
  45. Itsmedannyv
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    OK. So this game is by no means perfect but I'm about 75 hours in and I am greatly enjoying it. Combat is challenging but rewarding and satisfying, progression is well paced and the number of activities and side missions are varied and interesting. There's a few minor bugs left here or there but nothing that has caused me to be overly peeved. A lot of fun.
    Not a patch on 2 or 3 (here's    OK. So this game is by no means perfect but I'm about 75 hours in and I am greatly enjoying it. Combat is challenging but rewarding and satisfying, progression is well paced and the number of activities and side missions are varied and interesting. There's a few minor bugs left here or there but nothing that has caused me to be overly peeved. A lot of fun.
    Not a patch on 2 or 3 (here's begging the ending is better than 3) but enjoyable none the less.    … Expand
  46. FabricioNery
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Great game with a cool story and great side quest. Unfortunately they gave up on dlc releases to further expand the story
  47. Dom007
    Mar 12, 2021
    0
    This game destroyed the mass effect franchise and I hate it for that. It was boring as hell and the complete opposite quality of the original trilogy.
    I didn't even make it past the half way point, I was done with how boring it was.
    This game was also far to buggy and the AI also sucked.
    And don't get me started on the facial expressions.
  48. Mattyhaxxx
    Feb 9, 2021
    0
    Horrible. What a waste. You can tell how much effort they put into the game if at all. Can’t even make it past the first mission.
  49. Ju21ian
    Jan 30, 2021
    0
    How do I get the money back for this **** **** It's even difficult to call it a game.
  50. SuckerPunched79
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    I didn’t play this at launch but my understanding is that it was pretty painful. With the launch of the legendary edition I decided to play through all the games including this one. I will say while not perfect it has a lot of major improvements over the trilogy. The overall combat mechanics are incredible. Combat is fast paced, responsive and highly customizable thanks to the new SAMI didn’t play this at launch but my understanding is that it was pretty painful. With the launch of the legendary edition I decided to play through all the games including this one. I will say while not perfect it has a lot of major improvements over the trilogy. The overall combat mechanics are incredible. Combat is fast paced, responsive and highly customizable thanks to the new SAM profiles. Weapons can be crafted and modded letting combat really be whatever you want. The characters were great and some of the most engaging dialogue took place in the Nomad based on who you paired up. Some combinations like Liam and Vetra hated each other at first only to actually find a place of mutual respect as you continued to pair them together. Each character has unique attributes so playing with combinations always felt fresh and fun. Then there’s the Ryders. Bye bye rigid morality system. The new choice based system made feeling keyed into the choices so much easier. Some you felt the impact of in this game others will (hopefully) come down the line. It was nice to be able to approach situations more freely than simply good choice or bad choice. Ryder themselves was engaging and really had some incredible character development. The voice work was well nuanced (even if maybe the animation wasn’t) and your character’s confidence and skills grew as the game progressed. Now without any spoilers here, the story was awesome! Yes it’s way more open world than the prior entries but it’s meant to be. This is an unestablished galaxy for the Milky Way species and as such you have to form bonds of friendship and cooperation. There are a number of smaller challenges all over the locations to be solved as well as the main conflict. Speaking of, wow; talk about some big plot twists. All in all I found this to be an extremely enjoyable entry and look forward to hopefully getting a sequel as there were many many open plot lines. The future of the franchise is Andromeda.… Expand
  51. Raziel72
    Aug 7, 2022
    8
    Вполне хорошая игра, но сравнивая ее с трилогией она проиграет. Далекие миры, новые враги, вполне хорошая игра
  52. Bitek
    Feb 26, 2018
    5
    I do not know about original game on the release date but the game that i have after all the updates is good. the graphics are nice. I do agree with some reviewers that facial animations look last generation. I guess I got spoiled after playing games like Witcher 3. anyways, I own PS4 Pro and there are some noticeable slowdowns on my console. The game is ok but i find that missions that iI do not know about original game on the release date but the game that i have after all the updates is good. the graphics are nice. I do agree with some reviewers that facial animations look last generation. I guess I got spoiled after playing games like Witcher 3. anyways, I own PS4 Pro and there are some noticeable slowdowns on my console. The game is ok but i find that missions that i played so far are a bit repetitive. go from point a do something, then go to point b and do something and then go to point c to do something and repeat. I do not feel connected to the main character, there is just something off that i cannot pointed out. The big plus of the game is the music. It is awesome. it definitively does not deserve 0s or 1s or 2s but it is not perfect 10 either. i would say 7 is about right for this game. you will enjoy this game but this game does not feel anything like original Mass Effect trilogy.… Expand
  53. BoMBuR
    Oct 8, 2018
    6
    Bought this game on PS4. It's been a year after release and many glitches are fixed. Though, I was disappointed by generic plot, characters and design. Everything is average or worse. Looks like developers didn't get what original ME-series was about, what made Mass Effect entertaining. I really want to play another game from that franchise, but good one. It will be so sad if ME AndromedaBought this game on PS4. It's been a year after release and many glitches are fixed. Though, I was disappointed by generic plot, characters and design. Everything is average or worse. Looks like developers didn't get what original ME-series was about, what made Mass Effect entertaining. I really want to play another game from that franchise, but good one. It will be so sad if ME Andromeda would be the last ME ever.… Expand
  54. JBurnes3
    Nov 12, 2019
    7
    Even though I'm writing this review in 2019, I played this game at launch and I played through it at least 3 or 4 times. There were numerous technical issues, nothing truly major that I experienced though other than of course the facial animations of some characters.

    Graphically I thought it looked beautiful, however was disappointed many aliens such as the Asari used the same 2 or 3    Even though I'm writing this review in 2019, I played this game at launch and I played through it at least 3 or 4 times. There were numerous technical issues, nothing truly major that I experienced though other than of course the facial animations of some characters.

    Graphically I thought it looked beautiful, however was disappointed many aliens such as the Asari used the same 2 or 3 models just with different textures applied. Whereas previous Mass Effect games may have used the same models at times, but they had enough varieties of models spread though out that it was unnoticeable.

    Personally I enjoyed the story, especially the final battle which I think is more how the final battle of Mass Effect 3 should've turned out. That being said there were story threads that were left open for DLCs instead of wrapping the story up properly. Especially the whole thing with the Quarian arc, which unfortunately is a DLC we'll never get to see.

    Ultimately a flawed game, but still a fun time for fans of Mass Effect or Sci-Fi in general that don't need things to be perfect.    … Expand
  55. alanbessa
    Feb 24, 2018
    7
    Recommended.

    Lackluster story with a buggy gameplay, but it's very fun and the action is addicting.
  56. shepard75
    Sep 2, 2017
    7
    I really loved the first 3 Games, esp. ME3. Everything was perfect in this Game: Soundtrack, cool graphics, exciting Action, not too complex RPG Elements, fascinating story, great Characters with also great voice actors and animations. With ME:A you should tear down your expectations regarding these points. It's still a good game, and i love being in that universe but IMO it's onlyI really loved the first 3 Games, esp. ME3. Everything was perfect in this Game: Soundtrack, cool graphics, exciting Action, not too complex RPG Elements, fascinating story, great Characters with also great voice actors and animations. With ME:A you should tear down your expectations regarding these points. It's still a good game, and i love being in that universe but IMO it's only average, when you compare it with ME3. Sad to say this, but EA should have kept the original ME Team for developing such an important franchise, instead of experimenting with a new staff.… Expand
  57. GreenZombie
    Dec 19, 2017
    5
    As a stand alone game, I enjoyed it very much. As a Mass Effect fan, this game failed to connect. The depth that we look forward to just wasn't there. The game was glitchy and had too many issues. For being pushed back 5 months from the original release date, I had hoped that they would put more effort into this. It basically killed the Mass Effect series, and that's what makes me sad.As a stand alone game, I enjoyed it very much. As a Mass Effect fan, this game failed to connect. The depth that we look forward to just wasn't there. The game was glitchy and had too many issues. For being pushed back 5 months from the original release date, I had hoped that they would put more effort into this. It basically killed the Mass Effect series, and that's what makes me sad. Mass Effect is one of my favorite universes in the Science Fiction realm alongside Star Wars, Star Trek, and Battlestar Gallactica. This particular game failed to meet those standards with character development. It felt like one big giant side quest, but not a full game on its own. The sad thing is, there was so much opportunity to make this into something great. They were exploring a whole new galaxy. They could have had so many new alien species. They traded that for a half baked alien species and full frontal nudity. Oh well.… Expand
  58. Xelion
    Feb 8, 2019
    6
    It's much inferior if you compare it to the ME Trilogy but it's not a bad game.
    Played it on a base PS4 and performance is not that good. I played it fully patched so I expected most of the release problems to be solved but I still suffered lots of weird bugs through the game. Characters grew on me even if at first didn't look interesting at all but my problem is how planet exploration    It's much inferior if you compare it to the ME Trilogy but it's not a bad game.
    Played it on a base PS4 and performance is not that good. I played it fully patched so I expected most of the release problems to be solved but I still suffered lots of weird bugs through the game. Characters grew on me even if at first didn't look interesting at all but my problem is how planet exploration became boring, with hours just travelling from place to place so I had new waypoints to use.
    Also some freezes here and there to compensate loading times I guess.
    I think the game needed more time to be polished and it could have ended up being a much better game. I imagine that playing on a Pro, X or high-end PC should improve the enjoyment as many of the game's problems come from how bad it ran for me.    … Expand
  59. Alex1
    Sep 10, 2020
    0
    The game is quite good, at least now after all patches. The animation is not that good i agree, but overall game experience feels good as well. The plot isn't very complicated and it's not bad after either.

    Battle system has been improved since previous games and it's finally interesting to fight multiple enemies. Exploration is also much better than in previous games although the game    The game is quite good, at least now after all patches. The animation is not that good i agree, but overall game experience feels good as well. The plot isn't very complicated and it's not bad after either.

    Battle system has been improved since previous games and it's finally interesting to fight multiple enemies. Exploration is also much better than in previous games although the game does not award you for discovering new places.

    So overall it's good old Mass Effect with some new mechanics. I mostly liked it. The story is the main weakness i'd say - it could have been more interesting.    … Expand
  60. iddqd4
    Jul 29, 2019
    8
    Поиграл в игру спустя два года, и видимо за это время техническую часть подтянули, и она больше не мешает ознакомится и оценить замысел и реализацию. В итоге у Bioware вышел свой Gears of War только с диалогами и квестами, экшен часть очень добротная, стрелять и укрываться не надоедает до финала, да и сюжетная часть написана не плохо. Задания особой оригинальностью не блещут, но диалогиПоиграл в игру спустя два года, и видимо за это время техническую часть подтянули, и она больше не мешает ознакомится и оценить замысел и реализацию. В итоге у Bioware вышел свой Gears of War только с диалогами и квестами, экшен часть очень добротная, стрелять и укрываться не надоедает до финала, да и сюжетная часть написана не плохо. Задания особой оригинальностью не блещут, но диалоги вполне на уровне. Эпик в конце присутствует. По итогу 7.5 из 10. Пройти вполне можно.… Expand
  61. Fresky
    Jun 5, 2019
    2
    The game is fun but when in first 20% of it you have bugs where you cant finish quests, and also cant move back or forward as doors wont open at certain point then i would call it unplayable and a scam. None of it will be fixed as nobody is working on it. Enjoyed it but ultimately shame on you EA and Bioware.
  62. naufri27
    Mar 21, 2021
    8
    A esta entrega le mató un lanzamiento lleno de bugs que estropeaban la experiencia de juego. Hoy en día, en cambio, es un juego que sin tener corregidos todos sus fallos, es muy bueno. Es más, es la evolución natural del primer Mass Effect, con una exploración más pulida y unos combates con multitud de opciones. El argumento, siguiendo la línea de Bioware, se aventura en imaginar uno deA esta entrega le mató un lanzamiento lleno de bugs que estropeaban la experiencia de juego. Hoy en día, en cambio, es un juego que sin tener corregidos todos sus fallos, es muy bueno. Es más, es la evolución natural del primer Mass Effect, con una exploración más pulida y unos combates con multitud de opciones. El argumento, siguiendo la línea de Bioware, se aventura en imaginar uno de los grandes hitos de la humanidad, el primer contacto extraterrestre, con momentos épicos y emotivos.… Expand
  63. Khaosom
    Jul 23, 2020
    8
    While far from it's predecessors this game is no where near as bad as they say. The game play is fun, the leveling system is amazing probably the best in the entire series, and the story isn't terrible. These people complaining about the game are more complaining that its not commander shep and the original crew. The graphics were the only b big issue. And people didn't pan fall outWhile far from it's predecessors this game is no where near as bad as they say. The game play is fun, the leveling system is amazing probably the best in the entire series, and the story isn't terrible. These people complaining about the game are more complaining that its not commander shep and the original crew. The graphics were the only b big issue. And people didn't pan fall out new vegas with it's game breaking glitches etc.… Expand
  64. SoftwareLibre
    Mar 13, 2018
    9
    I picked this game up on a sale, more than a year after release and with all patches, so I dd not get to see many of the problems that initially plagued this title.
    The game in its final state is great, a worthy successor to the Mass Effect Trilogy. It also demonstrates how a greedy publisher can destroy a game franchise by rushing out a game. If this had been released 6-8 months later,    I picked this game up on a sale, more than a year after release and with all patches, so I dd not get to see many of the problems that initially plagued this title.
    The game in its final state is great, a worthy successor to the Mass Effect Trilogy. It also demonstrates how a greedy publisher can destroy a game franchise by rushing out a game. If this had been released 6-8 months later, the response would have been better, but unfortunately it looks like EA/Bioware are strongly inclined to discontinue Mass Effect.
    Many of the elements that made me a fan of the Shepard games are there and they work well, the combat is much better than the previous games even. I enjoyed the story telling and the stories around the Pathfinder's teammates. If you haven't played it yet, I'd recommend giving it a try now. My only criticism is that there are still a number of bugs that make it impossible to finish some of the smaller side missions. I was still able to finish the main game and 99% of the side missions, so it is not critical.    … Expand
  65. Voodoo123
    May 27, 2019
    5
    +fun shooting sequences
    +Superb performances from the cast
    -Awful gltches/frame rate issues )on my ps4 pro
    -Predictable fetch quest missions bring nothing new
  66. kevmclay82
    Jul 12, 2021
    3
    I know this review is years after release but here is my opinion and a little backstory.
    I brought this game when it released played though it and went it was alright but not as good as the trilogy that came before it put on my shelf and never gave it a second thought. Fast forward to now I buy the remaster of the trilogy and love it as much as I did before know I have the continuation    I know this review is years after release but here is my opinion and a little backstory.
    I brought this game when it released played though it and went it was alright but not as good as the trilogy that came before it put on my shelf and never gave it a second thought. Fast forward to now I buy the remaster of the trilogy and love it as much as I did before know I have the continuation on my shelf and decide to replay it and I was so disappointed. Even years later there are glitches. I've had areas of a map not load. The game game freeze while loading. NPC's just look unfinished. I've had to quit and restart to get a quest to load or finish. The story feels weaker and feels like a poor copy of the trilogy. I didn't feel as invested with the crew our given. The new galaxy feels lifeless 2 new races and one of them is the enermy. I remember hearing that after this game came out there were so many problems with it that Bioware went f**k it and abandoned it but it.
    Again I know this review is years late but with the remaster out I want any new players to have a chance to read post from someone who tried to come back to it years later.    … Expand
  67. akoahi
    Nov 8, 2019
    5
    As a fan of the series, this is a big disappointment. But I am not radical in my assessment and i am maximally objective. The combat system stepped forward, it’s interesting to shoot in the game. The study of the world, location for the most part is tiresome, but some landscapes are impressive in design. The story is boring and primitive, the characters are not interesting. The technicalAs a fan of the series, this is a big disappointment. But I am not radical in my assessment and i am maximally objective. The combat system stepped forward, it’s interesting to shoot in the game. The study of the world, location for the most part is tiresome, but some landscapes are impressive in design. The story is boring and primitive, the characters are not interesting. The technical part is lame. I don’t want to end the game, but to someone less biased, the game may be pleasant.… Expand
  68. dkmattew
    Jan 18, 2019
    8
    Good game. A few worse after mass effect 3. Crumpled ending. But i take a lot of fun.
  69. Zalabar22
    Oct 20, 2017
    6
    Under any other name this would be a great game. Given the fact that its Mass Effect makes the game trash? This game is incredibly fun, but I can see how longtime veterans could dislike it. Honestly I can see myself really enjoying this game for months to come. Its not perfect, but its still very enjoyable.

    Edit: Abandoned game, developer said screw it and moved on. Pvp is paywall rng    Under any other name this would be a great game. Given the fact that its Mass Effect makes the game trash? This game is incredibly fun, but I can see how longtime veterans could dislike it. Honestly I can see myself really enjoying this game for months to come. Its not perfect, but its still very enjoyable.

    Edit: Abandoned game, developer said screw it and moved on. Pvp is paywall rng nonsense... Such a shame, some patches and dlc could've fixed most of the issues people had...    … Expand
  70. Walker5482
    Nov 6, 2022
    7
    The game seriously lacks polish. It's been a long time since I've seen a game where the issues and flaws are so obvious. Animations, clipping, graphics glitches, all of these things are substantially sub par for a AAA game. This being said, the environments seem to be large and beautiful. Unfortunately the story seems to only be serviceable, not extraordinary like the previous Mass EffectThe game seriously lacks polish. It's been a long time since I've seen a game where the issues and flaws are so obvious. Animations, clipping, graphics glitches, all of these things are substantially sub par for a AAA game. This being said, the environments seem to be large and beautiful. Unfortunately the story seems to only be serviceable, not extraordinary like the previous Mass Effect games. I would have preferred this game be a PC exclusive so that we would have one great game rather than three okay to good games. Now I have to treat Bioware like Ubisoft.… Expand
  71. Fadomas
    Mar 2, 2021
    10
    Really enjoyed the game. Finished it two times in a row even at insanity level for the trophies. If you like open world games with lots of stuff to do side quests exploring upgrading character lots of customization even romances give that game a chance and buy it you won't regret it. Also I must report the incredible multiplayer which never gets boring and lots of players who still playingReally enjoyed the game. Finished it two times in a row even at insanity level for the trophies. If you like open world games with lots of stuff to do side quests exploring upgrading character lots of customization even romances give that game a chance and buy it you won't regret it. Also I must report the incredible multiplayer which never gets boring and lots of players who still playing the game … Expand
  72. ucin97
    Apr 19, 2017
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego en lineas generales (y me refiero a MUY generales) esta bien pero como esto a los haters no les gusta vamos a darle un poco de cera al juego empezando por lo malo:
    1-LOS OJOS DEL PUTO SATÁN (quien haya jugado o visto alguna escena de dialogo sabrá lo que estoy diciendo).
    2-LAS CARAS DE LOS HUMANOS Y LOS TURIANOS ESTÁN PARA DARLE CON UN BATE CON CLAVOS.
    3-VARIOS(POR NO DECIR MUCHOS) BUGS DE MOVIMIENTO Y EN ESCENAS DE DIÁLOGOS.
    4-MUCHAS DE LAS MISIONES SECUNDARIAS SON LAS DE RECADERO (ir de A a B y viceversa).
    5-¿ERA NECESARIO PONERME A LAS DEMÁS ESPECIES EN dlc's?
    Estas son las cosas más lamentables del juego , pero ahora vamos a ver las cosas buenas ( haters a mi):
    1-El crafteo y los materiales están bien implementados , así como los puntos de investigación y ni escasean ni sobran (busca y encontraras).
    2-Los compañeros de la ``TEMPEST´´ están bastante bien y tienen un sentimiento de evolución a lo largo del juego , aunque no son igual de molones que los de la primera trilogía con personajes tan memorables como Tali (nuestra entrañable ingeniera queriana), Miranda(that brunette ass), Mordin(nuestro querido medico,agente del GOE, cientifico y cantante de ópera salariano) , Liara (nuestra waifu por excelencia), WREX (quien quiere un ejercito cuando tienes un krogan y mas cuando tienes a ESTE krogan), Garrus facking vakarian ( que decir de nuestro turiano favorito que no puedas encontrar en el diccionario buscando ``PUTO AMO'') y demás personajes que se quedan en el tintero pero que TODOS son muy buenos e importantes.
    3-La misiones de la trama principal están muy bien en especial la misión final y las de lealtad del equipo pionero.
    4-El sentimiento de progresión del personaje en el juego (de ser un matao [ALERTA SPOILER] que le dan el titulo de pionero por ser de la familia y que todos duden de ti a que sean el pathfinder al que cualquier fémina [o no tan fémina ] le gustaría empotrarse y salvador de la iniciativa).
    5-Jugabilidad muy mejorada respecto a la trilogía original y mucho mas exploración ( aunque la premisa sea explorar la galaxia Andrómeda).

    CONCLUSIÓN: Juego con luces y sombras que un juego de la categoría de BIOWARE y por respeto a la trilogía original no tendría que tener.
    PD: Vamos BIOWARE tu puedes hacerlo mejor, que DLC'EA no te cambie.    … Expand
  73. Borgoros
    Apr 26, 2018
    7
    A pretty good game, that many loves to hate before even playing the majority of it... The more I play it, the more I love it! Fantastic atmosphere, strong and varied gameplay, graphics are for the most part great, a good variety of different sidequests and a main story with lots of meaning. Not as good as Mass Effect 1 and 2, but still solid. The downside is humas character animations andA pretty good game, that many loves to hate before even playing the majority of it... The more I play it, the more I love it! Fantastic atmosphere, strong and varied gameplay, graphics are for the most part great, a good variety of different sidequests and a main story with lots of meaning. Not as good as Mass Effect 1 and 2, but still solid. The downside is humas character animations and some lame dialogue, but that is not enough to ruin this beautiful game.

    My evenings/nights with this and Breath of the Wild are are good times too look forward to after work, workout and the usual real life things.    … Expand
  74. TheMegaGodz
    Jan 13, 2020
    7
    Mass Effect: Andromeda is a game that is decent enough on its own, but when compared against its predecessors in the franchise, it falls short and fails to meet expectations.
  75. Nunomagalhaes
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    Masterpiece!!Sound design/effect is amazing , graphics beaytifull, history and narrative and dialogue is Very good, the World is huge,and good to explore,gameplay is Very addictive!some puzzles to solve, Lore, good skilltree and evolution matters, and not a easy videogame,in normal dificult,some challenge.
    Some bugs and sometimes moving the player is wierd,lack of space and ambiance    Masterpiece!!Sound design/effect is amazing , graphics beaytifull, history and narrative and dialogue is Very good, the World is huge,and good to explore,gameplay is Very addictive!some puzzles to solve, Lore, good skilltree and evolution matters, and not a easy videogame,in normal dificult,some challenge.
    Some bugs and sometimes moving the player is wierd,lack of space and ambiance music,i hope they fix this.
    People who give negative review to this game, need to go to a psychiatric!!!    … Expand
  76. Catalyst13
    Jun 29, 2020
    7
    It could be my extremely high expectations or just other games raising the bar for open-world games (the Witcher III for sure); the fact is that this game lacks the depth and lore of the trilogy. the writing and directing fall short of what could be a great set up for the franchise (another galaxy!).
    The good:
    1- Well made combat system and enjoyable fights. 2- Plenty of things to do.    It could be my extremely high expectations or just other games raising the bar for open-world games (the Witcher III for sure); the fact is that this game lacks the depth and lore of the trilogy. the writing and directing fall short of what could be a great set up for the franchise (another galaxy!).
    The good:
    1- Well made combat system and enjoyable fights.
    2- Plenty of things to do.
    3- Good premise for the franchise reboot.
    4- It's a Mass Effect game!
    5- Enjoyable multiplayer.

    The bad:
    1- It badly failed to capture the magnificent feeling of exploring what is (to us at least) uncharted area and focused on the size of the game and a huge number of silly tasks you can do.
    2- the writing: While I listened carefully to most of the conversations in the trilogy, I find myself skipping them here. They are just uninteresting and plain dull.
    3- Characters (writing as well): I had a genuine emotional attachment to Miranda, Jack, Mordin and many others in the trilogy... but I have zero interest in anyone (Peebee might be a tad better). Even the AI Sam is lacklustre at best in comparison to Edi.
    4- The open-world set-up is starting to burden new games unless it's very well made (the Witcher as a brilliant example again) and I'd take a well written linear old fashioned game over a repetitive massive open-world one with a modular feeling.
    5- As a summary, I'd say the game failed in terms of story, writing, and directing especially in comparison to the trilogy and recent games.    … Expand
  77. frumo
    Mar 13, 2018
    8
    I held off on this game for a year due to all the negative metacritic reviews (and because i absolutely hated Dragon Age inquisition) when i finally gave it a chance i was shocked. i came into it expecting little had i bought it at launch, before all the negative press like DAI i may have been more disappointed but overall this game is pretty fun. yes the overall story is not up to parI held off on this game for a year due to all the negative metacritic reviews (and because i absolutely hated Dragon Age inquisition) when i finally gave it a chance i was shocked. i came into it expecting little had i bought it at launch, before all the negative press like DAI i may have been more disappointed but overall this game is pretty fun. yes the overall story is not up to par with the previous games but some of the side quests are, plenty with interesting stories and solid voice acting. The companions are not as cool this go around, not even close but there are a few interesting characters enough to fill your squad. the combat is very similar to ME3 but polished. the constant crafting mining and resource gathering gets old fast but i personally always hate that stuff while developers seem to love it. All in all for the price now this is a great game even at full price i think it would be worth a play through. don't go in expecting a Mass Effect masterpiece, because it really isn't but it is a fun game and a return to the ME universe, think dragon age 2… Expand
  78. Crazybasil
    Oct 5, 2021
    1
    Well, here we are. I loved Mass Effect. I loved it with all my heart. I defended the third part, despite all the controversy it caused. But this ... This, ladies and gentlemen, is a reflection of the current order of things. This happened because someone felt that the personal and political agendas of minorities fit well with art. No. God bless no. Not when it comes to radical statements.Well, here we are. I loved Mass Effect. I loved it with all my heart. I defended the third part, despite all the controversy it caused. But this ... This, ladies and gentlemen, is a reflection of the current order of things. This happened because someone felt that the personal and political agendas of minorities fit well with art. No. God bless no. Not when it comes to radical statements.
    An explanation of each character difference, backed up by history, is required. I don't want to communicate with a gay man, but with a thoughtful character who can be anyone. The story brings a fictional character to life, makes us adore or hate him. But not when they shout from the screen that it is absolutely normal to be like that. No, this is unnatural. Don't force it on us.
    This is not how to show that minorities are strong and have equal rights. Horizon just came out and shows you how to create a strong female hero.
    The main thing here is not a lackluster plot and bad graphics.
    This is just a very bad representation. An agenda that not everyone agrees on yet. An agenda that not everyone will accept.
    I'm very sad now. Because of this game, I lost a piece of my heart. Mass Effect is no longer for me.
    Please, if you don't want a bad script to come naturally, don't buy this game. Don't sponsor the death of the video game industry.    … Expand
  79. SpikePsyche
    Nov 28, 2017
    7
    I have been a fan of the Mass Effect series since the beginning. That being said, while this is not my fave of the series, I am still enjoying it and find it a welcome addition. Yes, it has its flaws, but it also has a lot going for it. The naysayers be damned. Check it out, it is worth it.
  80. Zav80
    May 8, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I bought Andromeda on day 1...Played like 20 hrs and I quit, animations were driving me crazy...really it looked like I was playing some sort of slime-human game.
    After some years I found it at 6€ and gave it another chance...
    Yesterday I ended my journey through Andromeda with 90 hrs and a little tear dropped from my eyes...
    The story, exploration, battling, interactions and decisions are fantastic...I know it cause I remember most of the npcs I talked to, all the planets lore, I miss the Voled snow or walking in dreaming Aya...
    If you liked the trilogy give it another try...    … Expand
  81. spaghetti-cop
    Apr 8, 2017
    6
    A slightly above average space opera wearing the skin of a mass effect title. Perhaps the games largest flaw is it's inability to show the player its best parts. Compelling quests are hidden behind wall or poor UI, fetch quests, bugs, and stilted dialogue. Unfortunately, Andromeda cowers in the shadow of its contemporaries, and is hard to recommend to anyone who isn't heavily invested inA slightly above average space opera wearing the skin of a mass effect title. Perhaps the games largest flaw is it's inability to show the player its best parts. Compelling quests are hidden behind wall or poor UI, fetch quests, bugs, and stilted dialogue. Unfortunately, Andromeda cowers in the shadow of its contemporaries, and is hard to recommend to anyone who isn't heavily invested in the series.… Expand
  82. JotaRomao
    Oct 19, 2019
    8
    Ah cmon! It's a very good game. It's huge, lots of content, fun stuff to do. The idea behind the story is great, but the script is meh. It's not as scientifical (or well written) like others ME, but it's a great game nevertheless. There's a lot of bugs, a LOT. But nothing that really bothered me. Buy it on sale and give it a run. It will grow on you. (I did not play the Multiplayer game)
  83. raccoondaddy
    Sep 9, 2017
    7
    THIS HATE IS RIDICULOUS AND JUVENILE!!! There, I said it. This game is no where near its aggregate score. Sure there are some flaws here and there with the game, but NOTHING that makes it a steaming pile of poop, everyone has made it out to be.

    This isn't the original Mass Effect Trilogy and NEVER will be that. Granted, that the bar is set very high, but lets face each title had its    THIS HATE IS RIDICULOUS AND JUVENILE!!! There, I said it. This game is no where near its aggregate score. Sure there are some flaws here and there with the game, but NOTHING that makes it a steaming pile of poop, everyone has made it out to be.

    This isn't the original Mass Effect Trilogy and NEVER will be that. Granted, that the bar is set very high, but lets face each title had its flaws. The first played to rigid, ME2 had too short of a campaign and 3 was letdown ending-wise.

    I've been playing this for well over 14 hours, so far, so good. Planetary exploration is much cooler
    with the view of the spaceship moving planet to planet. Ground exploration is FINALLY back. Missions are laid out very similar to how Dragon Age Inquisition is, with a select amount of large areas to explore and seems to work the same.

    Honestly, if you look at how Inquisition plays, just apply that to this.

    My only gripe was how the limited the loadout, powers system is now. Also, being unable to equip weapons from the menu is garbage. But I've seen worse mechanics in my almost 30 years of gaming so, I'll suck it up.

    Everyone is expecting way too much from games these days, ya'll haters need to calm down.

    VERY LIGHT SPOILERS, nothing major.

    After playing this for MANY hours, I've realized two things.

    1. AVOID THE FETCH QUESTS, most of them aren't really that rewarding, give you crap loot/credits/experience. Focus on doing the side missions related to your crew and improving the viability of planets. Space exploration is almost pointless, save for actually discovering the FIVE viable planets, after that mapping the stars get real boring.

    2. The story is a repeat of the 1st Mass Effect, sans the intriguing twist of the original. Yet the narrative isn't horrible, just that it lacks the charm of the ANY of the original trilogy. I felt like everything I did in Andromeda gave me that "been there, done that" kind of feeling.

    DROPPED MY SCORE FROM AN 8 to a low 7. The combat is good and the game has its moments, mostly during main and character missions.    … Expand
  84. muertefx
    Aug 28, 2019
    2
    Dead game, you can't even release dlc and finish the story. Good bye bioware, puppet of EA.
  85. AvemusN7
    Nov 7, 2019
    7
    The game is not as bad as people say. Sure it had its technical problems and the game seem to be 'boring' to some people however after patches it is really worth trying to get into the game. I had a year break from the game and since the return I have had a lot of fun. The game is very cheap now anyway so why not give it a shot?
  86. Maximumbob54
    Apr 3, 2017
    5
    There's a reason they didn't call it Mass Effect 4. And it's got nothing to do with you don't play as Shepard. There is no way the same crew that made the first three games worked on this dumpster fire. I don't need to list what made the first three games amazing, but I will say none of that is present here. If you can get passed the bad facial animations, the poor character models,There's a reason they didn't call it Mass Effect 4. And it's got nothing to do with you don't play as Shepard. There is no way the same crew that made the first three games worked on this dumpster fire. I don't need to list what made the first three games amazing, but I will say none of that is present here. If you can get passed the bad facial animations, the poor character models, the no clue what your response is going to be from your dialogue choice, the half the time poor voice acting and everything else that makes this game the hot garbage that it is then you might somehow be able to have some fun. I feel like I'm being too kind giving this game a five out of ten. It's playable but it's NOTHING like the first three but it really is playable. I am still struggling with looking over its flaws to be able to enjoy the game but the gameplay needs to pick up or I don't know if I will even bother to finish this one.
    EDIT TO ADD: I've now beat this game. Honestly I didn't even know I was heading to the final boss. I went out of my way to complete every side quest I saw and while I'm sure there were some I missed I feel like I completed the bulk of them. I was only level 55, only had mid level gear, and even getting to the end boss didn't feel like an end of game boss. And there was sssosoooo much time waster content. Go here. Scan these rocks. Deliver this stuff. Build this thing. And I tried to do all of it with very few exceptions. I assume the goal is to make you replay through with the same character a few times to really unlock the best gear but who wants to do all the time waster go scan rocks stuff all over again??? I admit I was a sucker for all the previous ME games with every bit of downloadable content to the point I was upset a little with the WiiU release not being complete. But ME:A will not get another dollar from me. It's already on the shelf as a memorial to remind me not to buy games day one and wait for some good reviews first.    … Expand
  87. GamerBrady
    Nov 20, 2022
    5
    The game has it's problems and is definitely not perfect, but I keep coming back to play it. I think as a Mass Effect Game people expected something a little different and more, I was one of those people. But I have to say I enjoy playing the game just as much as any of the other games in the series.

    Update: After dropping support for this game within 6 months of release for an even    The game has it's problems and is definitely not perfect, but I keep coming back to play it. I think as a Mass Effect Game people expected something a little different and more, I was one of those people. But I have to say I enjoy playing the game just as much as any of the other games in the series.

    Update: After dropping support for this game within 6 months of release for an even worse game, Anthem cough cough, that they also gave up on review went down. The game really suffers by being developed by a c team with no fault of the people who worked on the actual game, but the bugs and incomplete tweaking of things that never happened really makes the game suffer. And it's unfortunate.    … Expand
  88. Ghengis_Ron
    Mar 28, 2017
    3
    I am a huge Mass Effect fan. I loved the original triliogy. When I preordered the deluxe edition I was excited by the different direction the game was going. However... after playing it for 2 hours and the barrage of graphical glitches, I give up. The facial animations are bad and the overall graphics look worse than Mass Effect 3. It's bad enough that it begins impacting the story for meI am a huge Mass Effect fan. I loved the original triliogy. When I preordered the deluxe edition I was excited by the different direction the game was going. However... after playing it for 2 hours and the barrage of graphical glitches, I give up. The facial animations are bad and the overall graphics look worse than Mass Effect 3. It's bad enough that it begins impacting the story for me because its so distracting. It pains me to give it such a low score, because I want to love this game. Bioware would have been better served releasing a remastered original Mass Effect trilogy.… Expand
  89. Explofion
    Apr 4, 2017
    6
    I loved the first trilogy and this Mass Effect is a complete different kind of game and this is good. The only problem for me is every things they made differently is bad or boring.

    -Animation: First when you start the game you are welcomed with broken animation everywhere, but this is just a minor problem, it can be fixed and this is Mass Effect it should be good even with that.    I loved the first trilogy and this Mass Effect is a complete different kind of game and this is good. The only problem for me is every things they made differently is bad or boring.

    -Animation:
    First when you start the game you are welcomed with broken animation everywhere, but this is just a minor problem, it can be fixed and this is Mass Effect it should be good even with that.

    -Game play
    Next step, Gunfight. I really don't understand why we cannot stop the fight to control our partners actions. All is very very action, I don't like the new system where you can't equip more than 2 powers but have to switch to different profile. The fight are always dashing everywhere trying to cover.
    Some gunfight are difficult, boss fights where nicely organized.
    So for the gameplay I don't liked it but it's not bad it is just my personal feeling about it.

    Exploration:
    The exploration is good, a mixed between Mass Effect 1 for the Mako and Dragon Age inquisiton (I loved it) for the out post system and the tower to activate to find a final cave or whatever secret thing. The system with the five (I think) planet to colonized is rewarding because you can feel the evolution of it talking to people in the main Hub and by destroying the threat it will became (almost) peaceful place to live on.

    Story and characters:
    This point was the most important and I'm very very very very disappointed about it. No spoiler ahead but the story is boring af, the end was terribly... Average. I almost feel like every characters on the Tempest were cliché (Good point for the Sera from Dragon Age disguised in Asari).
    I tried to do a maximum side quest possible before the main quest but I was blocked waiting to receive mail from my team mates to continue their side quests. Like seriously? And then I did one mission and everybody sent me mail so I was submerged with side quest all of a sudden..
    I'm going to start a New Game + but I'm not as excited has I'm still am when I start again the first trilogy or even a Dragon Age game.

    Conclusion: Returning into the Mass Effect universe feels good. The Andromeda initiative is a good concept for a game, the main story of exploring planet and the exploration itself is nicely done. The gunfights are what they are you like it or not but you can't say it's bad. But thanks to a lot of bug and a poor story telling I cannot say I'm happy with this game and I'm very sad of it.
    But your opinion will be the best so try the game if you never played any Mass Effect you can start here and you will discover one of the biggest and best universe of the video game history.

    Final Point: I personally don't think that the open world fit well here and really don't know why because I liked it with Dragon age inquisition. But a good linear game is better than an average open world one.

    Sorry for bad English.    … Expand
  90. grete
    Apr 4, 2017
    5
    If this game was the first Mass Effect game and it came out in 2003 people might have been more understanding. However this isn't the first, it's the fourth game in the series and it came out in 2017.

    Andromeda had a lot to live up to so I'll go ahead and list some the things that made Mass Effect so good in the first place. 1. Character customization This is what starts off the    If this game was the first Mass Effect game and it came out in 2003 people might have been more understanding. However this isn't the first, it's the fourth game in the series and it came out in 2017.

    Andromeda had a lot to live up to so I'll go ahead and list some the things that made Mass Effect so good in the first place.

    1. Character customization
    This is what starts off the game, this is where you create the most important thing in the entire game; you. Not to sound overly narcissistic, but in every Bioware game the only thing that keeps the world from ending or turning to **** is you. The game mainly focuses on you, what you say and the choices you make. It's no surprise that, for many people, how you look and who you choose to be is important. In the previous games there was hardly any shortage of options when it came to choosing what you looked like, what kind of person you were and where you came from. In Andromeda everything is extremely limited. I felt like I was playing the beta version of a game. My backstory is chosen for me, my face is chosen for me and my personality and choices hardly matter. It sort of breaks the immersion when the camera focuses on your character and you look like a crazy person. The male characters are barely passable, the female ones are just downright horrendous. The eyes look dead. It looks like you're staring very intensely all the time. No matter how pale I created my character i couldn't make a white female character, they were always tan. I couldn't choose eye shape, nose shape, mouth shape or brows. You can tweak the awful presets a little, but that's it. Hair options were okay, but you can't be blonde without either looking like a clown or have brown roots. The makeup was average and kinda reminded me of Saw. The tattoos were boring and the scars were weird. I don't think i've enjoyed a character customization less than Andromeda's.. and I've played Oblivion.

    2. Dialogue and acting
    The dialogue, acting and just the characters themselves were absolutely superb in the Mass Effect trilogy. Even though the person you were talking to was a metal bird man he felt like a real person. The dialogue you chose felt like they mattered and the options were diverse. The lines were also brilliantly delivered. From combat to romance, pretty much everything felt organic and lifelike, it was so easy to get immersed in the game. In Andromeda it felt like the dialogue was sometimes written by a 14 year old in creative writing class. Sure, there were some good lines and I've had a chuckle over some of the Nomad banter, but it felt lifeless. The acting isn't always bad, but I find myself cringing at serious moments because it's just so poorly done. Screaming of pain should actually sound like pain not like you're stuck in traffic. Seeing someone you love die should be a tragic event not a minor inconvenience. Call me old fashioned but getting involved in a romantic relationship should be more than just '"we'll bang, ok?" People in Andromeda feel more like cartoons than people and most of the time i just didn't care about what happened to them. Nobody seems to care who you are or how you act. You get a nice little personality report from the Tempest doctor, but that's pretty much it. Don't expect any deep and complex, Oscar worthy perfomances or characters.

    3. The story
    This is the big one. The story of Mass Effect, not only the main story, but the side quests, the characters the random encounters - it's just good. It makes you feel involved and interested, it makes you care. And for a sci-fi tale it feels very real. I cared about Shepard, I cared about my squadmates, I cared about my crew, I cared about the people, I cared about the universe. The story makes you laugh and cry and the choices you make matter, sometimes more than any Telltale game ever did, and it was just an amazing journey. Andromeda starts off with a pretty good concept. However it turns into something generic, something I feel like I've seen before. I didn't really care all that much about anything that happened, because the game didn't give me any reason to. There were so many opportunities they missed, so many directions they could have gone, and it feels like they went with the most generic one. It feels like it isn't quite finished. It feels empty. The side quests were disappointing and the story was average. As the credits rolled I thought to myself "that's it?"

    Other things:
    -The romances are nowhere near as deep or meaningful as they've been in the previous games or in Dragon Age.
    -All the memes you've seen about the animations - they're all true. It really is that bad.
    -Glitches. Glitches everywhere.

    Summed up: it's not the worst game in the world, I had some fun, but it doesn't even compare to the Mass Effect trilogy.    … Expand
  91. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    7
    La jugabilidad me pareció mucho mejor que la trilogía de Mass Effect, los planetas me parecieron muy lindo, y la historia diría que pasable aunque falto mas decisiones importantes, el villano principal no me pareció la gran cosa, aunque el final me pareció bueno.
    Igual extraño a Shepard :(
  92. nailheart
    Dec 3, 2018
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мне как фанату-задроту серии обидно что масс эффект скатился в УГ.Жаль что купил это по полной цене , через полгода цена данному "шедевру" будет 600 рублей.Итак поехали.Что в игре хорошего - освоение планет.Первые пять минут неплохо,дальше провал.(Хотя большинство из них должен признать однообразные и вызывают откровенную скуку.)Геймплей ничем не отличается от ДА Инквизиции.Разница лишь в том что в Инквизиции ты набиваешь очки влияния, а здесь очки перспективности андромеды.В игре совершенно идиотская система диалогов которая не влияет абсолютно ни на что.Они говорят мы убрали систему парагон-ренегат,но вместо нее поставили ахинею какую то, а именно варианты ответов эмоциональный,рассудительный что тот еще.Даже название главных злодеев поленились выдумать - здесь теперь кетты(да,да похоже на гетов с первой части).Они такие себе переделанные протэане ,перекрашенные в зеленый цвет.Боссы скучные,однообразные и неинтересные,все что нужно сделать:вынести на локации босса этих самых кэттов,вокруг которого вертится шар.Так босс неуязвим ,но когда ты сносишь ему этот шарик,о чудо его можно убить.И так почти абсолютно все локации.Потыкай станции,убей несколько одинаковых боссов-архитекторов которые присутсвуют на всех локациях.И хрен с этой лицевой анимацией, цепляла бы сюжетом игра,но сюжет туп,банален и предсказуем.Видя такой масс эффект Шепард бы в гробу перевернулся.Еще отдельную тему занимает сканер главного героя.Сканировать нужно абсолютно все что попадется,забив на сканирование ты рискуешь не получить очей исследования, и не скрафтишь нужную тебе пушку.Тупая система сохранений дает о себе знать.Всегда играю на максимальной сложности,и иногда нужно сохранить прогресс,но иногда сохранится невозможно,и не убив одного несчастного моба,ты рискуешь переигрывать сначала и сначала,часа по два.Если тебя не пугает все вышенаписанное ,уважаемый покупатель,затаривайся.ЕА уже убила много замечательных серий,вот,добралась и до МЕ.Буду стараться не покупать игры от ЕА,ведь эта компания работает только на то чтобы состричь бабла,сделав из известных серий типа Драгон Ейдж,Бэтлфронт а теперь еще и масс эффект какашку.… Expand
  93. deftones034
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Underrated. Amazing game in everyway. People need to grow up and stop review bombing because of animations. Have you ever played a fallout game? Worse animations then this. Great job Bioware you have my support in the future and money. Big fan here
  94. smokingborito
    Jan 14, 2019
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game somehow is more functional than overwatch, though that isn't saying much seeing as overwatch is the least functional console game i've ever had the displeasure of playing (though i have yet to get my hands on the **** that is fallout 76) basically i hate overwatch and this is almost as bad… Expand
  95. RaFfr0
    Aug 28, 2017
    6
    I preordered this game a long time before release because obviously i thought it would be like the ME Trilogy, but i was wrong. Despite all of the bugs, glitches and animations, the story was so bland, the characters were forgettable and only the combat was good, maybe the best in a ME game, but that doesn't do much when you have so many negative points.
  96. CoreGamer1408
    Jul 6, 2020
    6
    It has bugs performance and technical issues so that damages the the rating. I played it for 100 hours and 98% completion rate all in SP. Did the writing story and new characters feel as impactive as the older games? Nah not even close more like TV soap opera level of acting and writing, oh well.

    The game seems to have a lot of copy/paste side quests and exploration padding. I could    It has bugs performance and technical issues so that damages the the rating. I played it for 100 hours and 98% completion rate all in SP. Did the writing story and new characters feel as impactive as the older games? Nah not even close more like TV soap opera level of acting and writing, oh well.

    The game seems to have a lot of copy/paste side quests and exploration padding. I could spend literally several hours messing about here and there and not have any main story update. That did leave a disjointed broken feeling when getting back to the main story. Mining, research, upgrades strike teams and inventory management got to be a micro mange time waster drag.

    Exploring new worlds was a load of fun. Lots of reading to do like the good old Mass Effects to keep the lore junkies happy. The flashy jet pack based combat and flashy driving was fun fluid and fast and never got old.

    Pandemic retry and well this has not aged well. Seeing Mass Effect related stuff is always cool. The gameplay and combat is now kind of ( DAI ) repetitive and shallow. Already knowing the story and game world nothing any more new to see here sadly. The mystery box level or writing was really so much time wasting BS. MEA was a missed opportunity for sure. Looking like it was made by less talented people. compared to who made the previous three ME games.    … Expand
  97. angelknives
    Dec 11, 2020
    6
    Hard to believe this is made by Bioware. If you had told me this was a studio's first shot at an rpg, I would've believed you. There is definitely things to be enjoyed in this game, but it fails utterly as an rpg. There are no meaningful choices, you do not define anything about your character and the relationships with the companions don't change meaningfully either. The saddest thing isHard to believe this is made by Bioware. If you had told me this was a studio's first shot at an rpg, I would've believed you. There is definitely things to be enjoyed in this game, but it fails utterly as an rpg. There are no meaningful choices, you do not define anything about your character and the relationships with the companions don't change meaningfully either. The saddest thing is the lack of diversity in the planets. It feels like most of them are just some variation of 'desert', and I don't think it started like that, looking at concept art.
    Just as bland are the companions, with most of them just being the bargain bin versions of the OT characters. The romances are equally disappointing. A couple of them have some nice scenes, but nothing on the level of other recent Bioware romances.
    The game play is fine. Just fine. But I can't get over the fact that a game about space exploration has so little to explore.
    The main story is incredibly shallow and you've seen it all before (in the other ME games!). Near the end they hint at some bigger things to happen (one hidden behind a boring collection quest), but those teases are left for a sequel I don't see happening.
    Besides these issues, it's painfully obvious this game needed more time or better leadership. From things like the asari all having the same face, to the lack of a personality for Ryder, to the state this game was launched in, all make it clear Bioware was rushing near the end.

    All in all I can't say I had NO fun with this game, but I couldn't be bothered to replay it and that's never happened to me before with a Bioware game.    … Expand
  98. Harrie3000
    Sep 17, 2018
    8
    I hesitated buying this game after reading all the negative reviews but I am glad I did. I am now 20 hours in the game and still loving it so much. I did not play the previous mass effect games but I really like the story and the characters. I have not run into any technical issues so far. The only critic I would have is (as been said by others) that the animation of the characters are aI hesitated buying this game after reading all the negative reviews but I am glad I did. I am now 20 hours in the game and still loving it so much. I did not play the previous mass effect games but I really like the story and the characters. I have not run into any technical issues so far. The only critic I would have is (as been said by others) that the animation of the characters are a bit weird/off and not as fluent as in other recent games but it's definitely not 'terrible'. Too bad there is not going to be any DLC/expansion packs.… Expand
  99. aljirik1992
    Oct 29, 2017
    5
    " Первое и самое главное, что нужно сказать: "Разработчики допустили ошибку в названии игры". Слово ANDROMEDA надо было заменить на Light и всё было бы более чем понятно, ведь новый массивный эффект, именно что весьма облегчён. Недовольные системой диалогов, ну вы чего? Общение в этой игре ПРИЗЕМЛИЛИ, отсеив гиперболизацию на корню. При этом ветка развития диалогов - это расширенный" Первое и самое главное, что нужно сказать: "Разработчики допустили ошибку в названии игры". Слово ANDROMEDA надо было заменить на Light и всё было бы более чем понятно, ведь новый массивный эффект, именно что весьма облегчён. Недовольные системой диалогов, ну вы чего? Общение в этой игре ПРИЗЕМЛИЛИ, отсеив гиперболизацию на корню. При этом ветка развития диалогов - это расширенный инструментарий карикатурной The Sims! Все разговоры стараются потакать желаниям игроков, а не пытаются раздуть пафосную ситуацию внутри самой игры. Общение лишь изредка будет
    затрагивать "глобальные" моменты, характерно очерчивая желаемое от действительного.
    Система развития навыков самого героя передаёт привет покрытой пылью, кастрированной недоMMO-псеыдоRPG "Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning", да и стрельба НАКОНЕЦТО стала приемлемой частью игрового процесса, которая в связке с реактивным ранцем даёт простор для динамичных и увлекательных боёв в радующих глаз, просторных декорациях. В плане картинки претензии вообще могут выставлять только те, кто пишет картины маслом не хуже чем именитые художники бытия. Музыкальные композиции и звуковые эффекты выполняют поставленную перед ними задачу полностью, а именно не напрягают, чего разумеется не сказать про неисчислимое количество кривых анимаций на ряду с раздражающими багами (которые плохо-хорошо, но пофиксили с последним обновлением). Сюжет по своей сути топчется на месте и чтобы трезво его оценивать нужно будет как и в DAI дождаться всех дополнений, а пока назову это лёгким стартом, с возможной перспективой в дальнейшем.
    Как итог скажу, что Mass Effect "Light" - это красивые симсы в космосе, которые прошли инструктаж по ведению огня у гирзы, одолжили у KoAR её лучшую наработку и заправили это всё приемлемым побочным контентом, сверху посыпав кривыми анимациями и щепоткой багов. При этом (да простят меня фанаты) для меня серия ME всегда была, как и серия ГеТеА долгоиграющим фастфудом, а не изысканным деликатесом, потому и в таком вот виде я этот продукт осилю, чего и всем остальным хочу пожелать. "    … Expand
  100. slavigrad
    May 13, 2021
    8
    With all problem fixed, this was very good sci-fi story. The RPG and shooting mechanics with
    Biotic, Tech and Weapon skills with combos were fun.
    Great variety of weapons, armors, customization, skills and also characters, exploration of planets, solid vehicle driving etc. The choices were more cosmetic, but it was ok, I cannot say it was a linear story where nothing matters. This was    With all problem fixed, this was very good sci-fi story. The RPG and shooting mechanics with
    Biotic, Tech and Weapon skills with combos were fun.
    Great variety of weapons, armors, customization, skills and also characters, exploration of planets, solid vehicle driving etc.
    The choices were more cosmetic, but it was ok, I cannot say it was a linear story where nothing matters.
    This was my first entry in Mass Effect and it was good. Worth the time.    … Expand
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#3 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#5 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 61
  3. Negative: 1 out of 61
  1. Power Unlimited
    Oct 19, 2017
    78
    It might be the biggest, most complex and action packed game in the franchise, but Mass Effect: Andromeda is also the least convincing one. The dated facial animations, the inconsistent writing quality and the regularly occurring bugs take you out of the experience too often. On top of that, BioWare has not used the concept of a whole new universe to its full potential, which often makes it feel like Mass Effect: Andromeda has not left our Milky Way at all.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jul 7, 2017
    70
    While it’s underwhelming in places, there’s a lot to like as you venture into the weirder parts of Andromeda. Frequent technical issues hamper the experience a bit, as does an uninspiring main story. [June 2017, p66]
  3. Games Master UK
    Jun 6, 2017
    81
    A welcome, if slightly patch return for Mass Effect. The script has problems, but combat is bloody brilliant. [May 2017, p.62]
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