Mass Effect Legendary Edition

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7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 916 Ratings

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  1. vitolo
    Sep 6, 2021
    9
    Amazing games that with Witcher 3 and God of War became my favorites of all time. ME1 was almost a remake with all the major upgrades in graphics, though could be done better on lighting. ME2/3 had significant texture graphical upgrades, but not as significant as the first game since time was nicer to the later 2. You get over 100hrs in all 3 games plus dlcs. Some of the best scifi loreAmazing games that with Witcher 3 and God of War became my favorites of all time. ME1 was almost a remake with all the major upgrades in graphics, though could be done better on lighting. ME2/3 had significant texture graphical upgrades, but not as significant as the first game since time was nicer to the later 2. You get over 100hrs in all 3 games plus dlcs. Some of the best scifi lore that goes up there with warhammer/star trek/star wars(without the sequels). Characters that you wish were real beings in how good they were written. Only reason it's not a 10 is the majority of side missions. They are mostly filler and should be ignored. However a few of them are good and should be done. Some minor bugs that were fixed with patches. Do me a favor and PLAY IT… Expand
  2. Sirens_SG
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mass Effect will go down in history as one of the best told stories in gaming. Gaming fits right between film and literature in terms of deliverable exposition and with the Legendary Edition including all DLC’s as well as an expanded ending, players can truly immerse themselves in this deep and beautiful narrative. Characters are both interesting on a surface level and profound in their respective backstories and motivations. The universe it takes place in is rich and worth looking under every rock. Every visual seems completely intentional with how it fits in the world. Dialogue is well written and performances are gripping. The freedom of choice offers different perspective and experience but it never takes away from the writer’s direction. Gameplay evolves each game while also having its own charm and intricacies to be discovered as you move between them. Specifically with combat, it feels like every aspect was carefully tuned to make sure the players experience remained both fun and engaging. It rewards skill and creativity with preferred builds. Sound design is incredible. Everything hits hard where it needs to and adds a subtle touch where it doesn’t. Gun sounds are pounding and unique. Ambience is perfectly immersive. Music is iconic. Themes will grip your heart and stay stuck in your head.… Expand
  3. B_A_N
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Great in all remaster of great in all the game. Also thanks to the developers for listening to the wishes of the Russian-speaking community of fans
  4. Stason_Kirason
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    It was great travel. Best video game series ever, on all available platforms.
  5. Dr_Longhair
    Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Despite the presence of some bugs, I think this remaster is good. Here's why. When you start the game, you think "well, what's been done here, everything looks exactly the way I remember it, doesn't it?"
    In reality, no, a lot of work has been done, especially with the first part.
    It was incredibly nice to be back in Mass Effect again, but on the new consoles. Now there's a legitimate    Despite the presence of some bugs, I think this remaster is good. Here's why. When you start the game, you think "well, what's been done here, everything looks exactly the way I remember it, doesn't it?"
    In reality, no, a lot of work has been done, especially with the first part.
    It was incredibly nice to be back in Mass Effect again, but on the new consoles. Now there's a legitimate save package for part four, get it over here Bioware! I still have faith in you. Thanks for the games.
    I'm Commander Shepard, and this is my favorite remaster on Citadel.

    P.S. Thanks again for listening to the players and adding the option to choose the original voiceover for the first part in the patch.    … Expand
  6. Lordmorales
    Aug 28, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hello, I found my copy of Mass Effect for the 360 (Platinum Hits) in a Wal-Mart and at $17, I had already bought ME2 and I wanted to experience the full package the first time and I loved it. Then I played ME2 and my expectations were high for the third game and they almost got true.
    The Legendary Edition brought back massive memories of the locations and various characters but it reminded me of the story faults: in ME1 (which is were 90% of the work went into) qe get to choose who to save on Virmire (Ashley or Kaidan) but in ME2 there is still only one cameo scene with them and a letter if they were your Love Interest only to have a bullrushed development in ME3 without much player feedback afterwards. Bioware didn't even bothered to list the death of Emily Wong and hence you'll have to explore Twitter for why she wasn't in ME3, Corporal Tombs MIA, a big number of bugs both bew and from the original releases are in the game and Bioware hasn't bothered to keep up woth maintenance, they might be reading our comments requesting official support but there hasn't even been a social media post by Bioware if thwy are tracking the situation or they will be moving to the next game completly and another thing, in the original ME2 players could pursue a Romantic relationship and earn the Paramour Trophy after the Collectors Base assault but now all it happens is that the screen turns to black:
    [link omitted per site rules]    … Expand
  7. dante_casipit
    Aug 23, 2021
    9
    I love all the characters in this game the combat is okay but I wish they could've remade it I hate how shepard moves in combat feels so slow.
  8. Bone-Thugs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    this is soooooo damn worth it and then some. anyone giving a low score is nuts. the trilogy was already amazing and they polished it up and made it modern including the directors cut endings. also every dlc in every game is included which adds on so much damn content. can easily replay it numerous times due to how many choices there are. also hilarious the only negative reviews are fromthis is soooooo damn worth it and then some. anyone giving a low score is nuts. the trilogy was already amazing and they polished it up and made it modern including the directors cut endings. also every dlc in every game is included which adds on so much damn content. can easily replay it numerous times due to how many choices there are. also hilarious the only negative reviews are from upset russians that a game that was always MADE IN ENGLISH doesn't have russian voice acting up to their standards… Expand
  9. Ldt1
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    The mass effect trilogy I think is easily one of the best games ever made, it is Bioware at their best, the game world even by todays standards is mind blowing the amount of detail they put into even the smallest things, the soundtrack is perfect and omg the writing is some of the best there is in the industry and so funny (depending on choices) I have always been a massive fan of the 1stThe mass effect trilogy I think is easily one of the best games ever made, it is Bioware at their best, the game world even by todays standards is mind blowing the amount of detail they put into even the smallest things, the soundtrack is perfect and omg the writing is some of the best there is in the industry and so funny (depending on choices) I have always been a massive fan of the 1st game, it has more (traditional) rpg mechanics than the other 2 and I always preferred the weapons system as well and at the time of release it was so ahead of its time I still remember running around the citadel for the first time with my jaw on the ground with the epic music and that feeling very quickly returned, the mako planet exploring as well I think was such a nice addition and now looks amazing! the 2nd game removed some of the rpg stuff and went down more the 3rd person shooter route, simpler weapons system etc, but keeps the feeling of the original and adds so much more, the 3rd game now in its current state as they done alot of work to improve the ending from the original release is a nice end to the trilogy, its great how the simplest doesnt seem that important choice made in game 1 can have massive consequences in later games, playing on ps5 I personally chose to favour resolution and all 3 games look amazing in 4k they done an amazing job bringing the visuals up to todays tv's ( i think i played the original on 360 on a crt through scart connection.... lol) but this is subjective and it seemed to easily run at 60fps in performance with no notable drops, I was genuinely shocked how well me3 still stands up visually today just like the other 2 games all were so ahead of their time (although the 1st game now blown up to 4k the faces do show their age abit but it was so impressive at the time), and with all dlc included for all 3 games you get the amazing citadel dlc for me3 which has got to be up there with the greatest dlcs ever made, if you fell in love with the world /chars and enjoy/ laugh at the Bioware writing you will love it, after finishing the 3rd game I sat there for a while thinking about how its actually quite a sad thing what alot of games have become, technically/visually stunning but so many mindless multiplayer generic maps, so many yearly updates, charging money for a skin as big companies try to squeeze every penny they can out of their generic games, no originality, what happened to the amazing creativity that these games show, (my only little complaint is something that drove me mad back when me3 was first released was not being able to holster your weapon in combat zones was kinda hoping they had enabled that but its just a silly personal annoyance)
    Part of gaming history and some of the best games ever made now been remastered very nicely all in 1 package with all dlcs a very easy 10!    … Expand
  10. RandomH3ro
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    Best version of a masterpiece. Story is awesome. Gameplay is good but little bit oldschool. Buy it! Love it!
  11. CheetoPhingers
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    The greatest video game trilogy in one title. Had to subtract one point for leaving out multiplayer but gave a point back for the sheer volume of great content!

    Maybe skip Mass effect 1 and use the interactive comic.
  12. ElleryHQ
    Aug 18, 2021
    8
    Старый добрый масс эффект, только теперь в высоком разрешении и, как ни странно, с новыми багами. Прошел с удовольствием, лишь рандомные вылеты периодически портили впечатление.
  13. nomadjedi
    Aug 15, 2021
    9
    Game is excellent. Only not giving a 10 because they could have given more improvements to ME2 and ME3, but I understand they have schedules to fulfill.

    Brasileiros burros aprendam inglês, o mundo não roda à vossa volta. Se o Ayrton Senna vos visse, chorava.
  14. gilbertofp16
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    I never played Mass effect, and I tried in this new edition. It was the best game I played this year. I was addicted from the start. I did not have any bug which it means they took their time to fix everything and the DLC were great as well. But I confess the best is mass effect 2, the renegate options are more fun than for the 1 or 3 games. Also the interaction with characters is the best.
  15. Eden1975
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    I had never done the original trilogy at the time. It was therefore an excellent opportunity for me to take and make the legendary edition and what a slap. Not only is the story exciting, but also the characters are extremely well written and endearing. I finished the trilogy recently and I already miss Normandy. Congratulations to bioware for creating three exciting and exciting games next time.
  16. Androu
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    BEST GAME EVER. With a terrible canon ending. The best ending is obviously the blue one. They are probably going to go with the red one for the plot of the forth game. Who cares. Awesome story with even more awesome characters. Thank you for everything, Bioware.
  17. Platinumpt
    Jul 28, 2021
    10
    8/10. As a player of the original trilogy, I had to give this edition a try. And I loved it. Everything has improved, ME1 combat feels more adequate... although the maps clearly haven't been designed with the ME2/ME3 style of combat in mind. The UI itself was redesigned as well, but there are significant differences between the 3 games; I honestly expected it to be merged together somehow.8/10. As a player of the original trilogy, I had to give this edition a try. And I loved it. Everything has improved, ME1 combat feels more adequate... although the maps clearly haven't been designed with the ME2/ME3 style of combat in mind. The UI itself was redesigned as well, but there are significant differences between the 3 games; I honestly expected it to be merged together somehow. I do understand the difficulties of doing this, considered how the original trilogy itself has improved from one game to the other. All in all, this game is a solid 8. However, I'm giving it top score to counter balance the rusky crybabies that are giving it a 0 because they don't like the voice overs. Get yourselves an education and play with english audio and subtitles. Who gives a 0 because of that? Oh right, rusky crybabies.… Expand
  18. LoveAndPaint
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    Great game, great remake. Love the characters, the colors, the settings and of course the story.
  19. dyinginbeauty
    Jul 27, 2021
    7
    Its a good remaster - with steady 60fps, worked over environment, sound, and dialogue. The gameplay, however, is very dated and I am sorry to say that playing this now only shows how shallow the gameplay at the time of original release actually was - this applies in particular to ME2 and ME3, as the first game is far deeper and still a genuine RPG experience. Overall only worth it if youIts a good remaster - with steady 60fps, worked over environment, sound, and dialogue. The gameplay, however, is very dated and I am sorry to say that playing this now only shows how shallow the gameplay at the time of original release actually was - this applies in particular to ME2 and ME3, as the first game is far deeper and still a genuine RPG experience. Overall only worth it if you are a hardcore fan or want to play this for the story.… Expand
  20. martinho_99
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Either people giving it 0 points because their language is not supported and they are angry (come on play it in english with subtitles the voice acting is amazing especially Martin Sheen) or up to 10 points because they played it and acknowledge its greatness. So don't let the low score fool you - this game/Mass Effect 1-3 is a blockbuster!!! The story, the decission system and theEither people giving it 0 points because their language is not supported and they are angry (come on play it in english with subtitles the voice acting is amazing especially Martin Sheen) or up to 10 points because they played it and acknowledge its greatness. So don't let the low score fool you - this game/Mass Effect 1-3 is a blockbuster!!! The story, the decission system and the characters are so overwhelmingly good I can't even tell you if there is something bad about these games. Every minor issue pales in contrast to the amazing overall performance. The improved graphics and built-in DLCs of the Legendary Edition are making this Edition even better. It is hard to believe this game trilogy is already a decade old. The 3rd game is the best of them it is like playing a hollywood blockbuster. And since the extended cut ending is already preinstalled I liked the ending very much. It was a good round up of the overall meaning the story of alle 3 games.… Expand
  21. artti720
    Jul 12, 2021
    0
    Очень дорогой патч для пожилой игры. Выглядит как халтура, пахнет тоже и стоит 4к
  22. DalekGamer
    Jul 10, 2021
    0
    No option to play with Russian Subtitles + English voice
    RUSSIAN VOICE SOUND SOUNDS DISGUSTING
  23. grady2k12
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    Can’t speak for Russia and the review bombing but for the American version, this is a solid 10 in every way. The greatest video game trilogy ever remastered, and each game looks amazing. Would recommend to anyone who has or hasn’t played them before.
  24. Abc987
    Jul 6, 2021
    0
    It is unclear what was spent on this remaster. Graphic mods for the original are much better than this ****
    I have a question. And what was accrued 44.7 GB out of 110 GB (110 (Legendary Edition) - 65.3 (originals of the trilogy, mod Meuitm (for Mass Effect 1), mod Happy Ending (for Mass Effect 3) and mod set Liara) = 44.3 GB something incomprehensible))? Just stupid on the update    It is unclear what was spent on this remaster. Graphic mods for the original are much better than this ****
    I have a question. And what was accrued 44.7 GB out of 110 GB (110 (Legendary Edition) - 65.3 (originals of the trilogy, mod Meuitm (for Mass Effect 1), mod Happy Ending (for Mass Effect 3) and mod set Liara) = 44.3 GB something incomprehensible))? Just stupid on the update graphics?! On multiplayer?! For what?!!!
    Before downloading "IT", please think in your head. It is better to download the original with mods and enjoy. Bioware is long dead and will NEVER return.    … Expand
  25. Alex05
    Jul 5, 2021
    0
    In 2021 still have games without brazilian portuguese subtitles... yeah, they are kidding with us
  26. niffie1973
    Jul 3, 2021
    10
    I've always been a fan of the Mass Effect Trilogy and when I heard that they were comming out with a remaster I preordered it as soon as possible. The improvements they put into the first game are superb. I have a very hard time putting the game down and go to sleep at times. A definite 10 out of 10.
  27. dottorfrizzino
    Jul 3, 2021
    10
    i'm a newcomer to the series and i must say these games are incredible,the first one is superb a masterpiece and unreal for the time of the ps3,the second one is even better than the first one in almost every way, the third was good but nothing special, i am proud to have discovered this saga.
  28. Stealthkakashi
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    A great way to re-experience the original trilogy, and updated graphics and gameplay tweaks for ME1 will make it a great starting point for people new to the series.
  29. Cglalmeida
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Muito bom. Melhor que Star Wars, os melhores escritores dos anos 80 em mitologia, e criação de universo, cultura reunidos numa única história. A saga do herói com todo as aflições sentindo na flor da pele. Isso não é só um jogo é uma arte. Pra quem não sabe inglês viver na estupides não é desculpa, legenda pt br é a desculpa do acomoddo, e do ignorante.
  30. VictorFerreee
    Jun 17, 2021
    0
    I love the franchise, the game is on my list of the best games, I'm Brazilian and here you have a lot of fans, I think we should be treated more carefully and that game has a subtitle pt br, we already have the unofficial subtitle, that's all the company search on google kkk and do a review, I won't buy the game for that, but if you had a little more respect with the Brazilian fans and youI love the franchise, the game is on my list of the best games, I'm Brazilian and here you have a lot of fans, I think we should be treated more carefully and that game has a subtitle pt br, we already have the unofficial subtitle, that's all the company search on google kkk and do a review, I won't buy the game for that, but if you had a little more respect with the Brazilian fans and you would have already bought it with full price.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2022
    100
    Mass Effect: Legendary Edition offers the comprehensive experience that the whole trilogy rightfully deserves. Thanks to this, you can easily forgive it all sorts of small ailments associated with the age of individual parts and you drown dozens of unforgettable hours in the game without blinking an eye. Yes, even after such a long time.
  2. GameCritics
    Dec 14, 2021
    90
    The Mass Effect Trilogy is incredible. The overarching story and its characters are excellent, and each one was better than the last. I wasn’t sure if these games would hold up in the current environment, but they absolutely do. They’re still worth playing, I recommend them, and to anyone about to jump in — play at a slower pace. Do not rush through. Explore everything they have to offer and relish in their richness.
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  3. PLAY
    Jul 5, 2021
    90
    No fan of Star-Trek-style science fiction should miss Mass Effect – and this package offers the best version of the trilogy currently available. [Issue#3, p.144]
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