Mass Effect 2

 Xbox 360
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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3743 Ratings

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  1. Erick666
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Mass Effect es una saga maravillosa, pero la segunda entrega es una obra maestra digna de cualquier amante de la ciencia ficción.
  2. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Until I played this game, I thought the shooter and RPG genres didn't blend well together. This game changed my mind.
  3. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    One of the best RPGs i have ever played. The story was amazing, and the combat system very fun.
  4. Manucci555
    Aug 20, 2023
    1
    The gunplay is enjoyable, but the characters are mostly science fiction knockoffs or copy and pasted versions of first games characters. The entire thing is mediocre from start to finish and the writing is downright bad. It was a pretty strange experience.
  5. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    Much improved combat irons out all of the quibbles that slightly marred the original game making for the best adventure game money can buy, with the possible exception of its own sequel.
  6. Hiccup3319
    Jun 18, 2023
    10
    Amazing game, great RPG and story elements. Good side quests aswell and how your actions affect the story.
  7. Muzketin
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    This game is extremely epic, with a very beautiful world and lore. I really enjoyed travelling in the space and discovering new worlds, meeting new characters and locations with quests. Also you can customize your starship, and add a cute space pet as cherry on top! It was one of the game that i enjoyed the most in my Xbox 360. Even tho im not a big sci-fi fan, this game is just too epicThis game is extremely epic, with a very beautiful world and lore. I really enjoyed travelling in the space and discovering new worlds, meeting new characters and locations with quests. Also you can customize your starship, and add a cute space pet as cherry on top! It was one of the game that i enjoyed the most in my Xbox 360. Even tho im not a big sci-fi fan, this game is just too epic so i LOVED it. Also the heroic ending was amazing aswell.… Expand
  8. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Mass Effect 2 is one of the best Sci-Fi RPG’s ever made, even better than the first. Great atmosphere, Story and Characters.
  9. harisk8888
    Mar 8, 2023
    10
    The best mass effect game and it’s not even close. It’s hard for a story to really grip me and have me hooked the whole time but this one did. The characters were all spectacular and the excellent writing made me care about them all so much. This is a must play.
  10. GhostKill
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Perfect! One of a very few games that deserves a 10, but Shep and crew in Mass 2 well deserves it. Mass Effect 2 take a huge leap from 1 and this is the space RPG of a lifetime. Bioware were at their best with Mass 2. Definitely one of my favorite games ever!
  11. Sondergaard
    Sep 4, 2022
    8
    Amazing characters but average story unfortunately. Could have spent the time setting up ME3 and used the exact same structure that makes the game so good. Imagine if Shepard had found the plans for The Crucible at the end of the Suicide Mission?
    But still a fantastic game.
  12. Valkdorah
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    One of the most, if not the most inmersive games of all time, the history that this trilogy of games provides to the players is as good as the best Tv series of all time, every decision you make counts and when you reach to the final part of the game, you are going to think over and over what you are going to decide because you love the characters of the game and you take it seriously.One of the most, if not the most inmersive games of all time, the history that this trilogy of games provides to the players is as good as the best Tv series of all time, every decision you make counts and when you reach to the final part of the game, you are going to think over and over what you are going to decide because you love the characters of the game and you take it seriously.
    The main quest are awesome, but the secondary quests which i recommend doing, are also awesome, you know that you do them with a purpouse and that they matter to the game.
    I cannot say more things of this game because you have tou play it to see how Bioware can create masterpieces like this.
    One of the best games of all time with the best characters in videogame in my opinion    … Expand
  13. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    8
    The suicide mission is some of the most fun hours of gaming you could ever have! Overall not as strong as the first Mass Effect game but still a very good sequel with fantastic combat.
  14. HuevoAlce
    Jun 26, 2022
    9
    A great experience from start to finish. Mass Effect 2 is what put Bioware on the map for many.
  15. DarthRevan4
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    This entire trilogy is one of the most well-written narratives in gaming. The amount of impact you have on the game world as a player is staggering even 12 years later.
  16. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Mass Effect has become one of the most iconic franchises in the growing field of gaming, and it's easy to see why: it feels like a franchise that's always been there and it has a self-constructed history that we buy, just like the worlds of Star Wars, Star Trek and Doctor Who. However, Mass Effect 2 is debate-ably more ambitious than those franchises combined. And dare I say it: MassMass Effect has become one of the most iconic franchises in the growing field of gaming, and it's easy to see why: it feels like a franchise that's always been there and it has a self-constructed history that we buy, just like the worlds of Star Wars, Star Trek and Doctor Who. However, Mass Effect 2 is debate-ably more ambitious than those franchises combined. And dare I say it: Mass Effect leaves the Halo franchise for dead (but that's just my opinion).

    This game is one of the most phenomenal experiences I've ever seen play out before my eyes, and I'm happily replaying it now. The whole series is immersive, deep in character development and freedom of player-choice: I can't fault this game if I tried. It's gorgeous, fun, exciting, and it's got an engrossing story that can take you on so many side-quests that are necessary to your choices as the player.

    The characters are three-dimensional, graphically and figuratively speaking, and they don't bore you; they compliment the world of Mass Effect even more with their presence. No character is a carbon copy of the other; they're all their own persons, something that a lot of developers wish they could say; but most cannot.

    Mass Effect 2 is a masterpiece of the video game medium and I think it's even suitable for non-gamers who want to try something new in the world of sci-fi.    … Expand
  17. Art2020
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Its a totally awesome game although I wished that they would have had a little more RPG elements left from the previous game and not be so action oriented.
  18. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    One of few times the 2nd game is better than the 1st imo. I've never been a fan of sci fi for some reason. But this game made it an exception. The story was just so good. Miss tali
  19. Superjackman117
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    One of my most beloved Sci-Fi RPG's I've ever played, I recommend it, the game has some seriously good RPG mechanics that I've seen in a game and the Universe actually feels like a universe, you attach yourself to the crew and feel devastated if you lose any of them in your ending. If you love RPG's this one is a must play.

    Highly Recommended.
  20. BroTheHomes
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Simply put one of the best games I've ever had the enjoyment of playing, while it's quality as a fully fleshed out 'RPG' is certainly questionable, there is no denying the vast beauty and pure greatness this game is. The game is all built around reaching the end point of the game, and while, at almost any point, you can go to the end of the game you are HEAVILY encouraged to do the variousSimply put one of the best games I've ever had the enjoyment of playing, while it's quality as a fully fleshed out 'RPG' is certainly questionable, there is no denying the vast beauty and pure greatness this game is. The game is all built around reaching the end point of the game, and while, at almost any point, you can go to the end of the game you are HEAVILY encouraged to do the various quests around the galaxy, as based on the decisions you choose and make your ending of the game will vary massively. I love the concept of building up to one final point and having almost every decision you've made up to it come into play. The characters and companions throughout this game are definitely the best part about it but just the sheer amount of fun this game provides earns its status as one of the best games to ever be made, in my opinion.… Expand
  21. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    Atmosphere: 10
    Enjoyment: 10
    Gameplay: 9
    Graphics: 8
    Music: 10
    Story: 10
    Total: 9.50
  22. B00tador
    Nov 28, 2021
    9
    The least interesting part of the trilogy, but the best game all the same. Best blend of combat and RPG, most immersive etc. Collectors story falls a bit flat, but it's still really good.
  23. KAM1054
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    This game is honestly a emotional roller coaster than the first one and I love it.
  24. Filmanwalt
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    Mass Effect 2 is my favorite part of the trilogy, which shines with breathtakingly well-written characters and a strong continuation of the story.

    story The narration of the story is very round and starts right away with a loud bang. In the very first round you just think: "What are you doing to us here". In the course of the game, the story is spun and told in a very exciting way,    Mass Effect 2 is my favorite part of the trilogy, which shines with breathtakingly well-written characters and a strong continuation of the story.

    story

    The narration of the story is very round and starts right away with a loud bang. In the very first round you just think: "What are you doing to us here". In the course of the game, the story is spun and told in a very exciting way, which then culminates in the last mission.

    The characters, regardless of whether they are new or old, get a lot of substance through their own loyalty missions and many well-written dialogues and you develop or develop a strong bond with the individual characters.

    The threat from the collectors, and therefore in the background from the reaper, with the harbinger as a spearhead is very well thought out and clever and the danger grows more and more as the game progresses.

    Gameplay

    Mass Effect 2 has seen some gameplay improvements which make the game feel more dynamic (reloading and ammo). It has become an action-packed cover game with very good-sounding weapon sounds. In general, the music is again very atmospheric and appropriate. There are many missions that don't seem trivial, but have hands and feet and the resource gameplay has been made more pleasant than in Part 1. Only I would have liked more role-play, especially the skill trees are very rudimentary and offer no opportunity for experimentation.

    Graphics / atmosphere

    You just get more of the very strong staging, the very atmospheric sci-fi setting and the picturesque music. In the Legendary Edition, everything is polished again to a high gloss.

    Conclusion

    For me the best Mass Effect 10/10 stars!
    The DLC are ABSOLUTELY recommended, outstanding.    … Expand
  25. StonePwnReviews
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    The pinnacle of the Mass Effect series, ME2 is full of rich storytelling that connects you to NPC's in ways no other RPG does.
  26. CloudStrife05
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest games, sequels, opening, story and ending ever made in the gaming industry.
  27. EasyGamerBoi
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    Probably the best game I’ve ever played. Everything is perfect. That’s all I can say honestly, i love it to death
  28. Megalo_Dongg
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Simply the Greatest Game ever made without contest. This is an irrefutable fact.
  29. Dom007
    May 4, 2021
    10
    One of the best video games of all time in the greatest video game trilogy ever. Brilliant storyline, amazing opening sequence and the greatest video game finale of all time. It has possibly the greatest video game cast ever with superb voice acting, character dialogue and interaction. The soundtrack is one of the best gaming ost's ever made, the graphics where incredible for its time andOne of the best video games of all time in the greatest video game trilogy ever. Brilliant storyline, amazing opening sequence and the greatest video game finale of all time. It has possibly the greatest video game cast ever with superb voice acting, character dialogue and interaction. The soundtrack is one of the best gaming ost's ever made, the graphics where incredible for its time and they still hold up to this day, the in game universe is my personal favourite of any gaming franchise and to top it all off the game has decent combat and gameplay.… Expand
  30. Arya977
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    Gameplay..............Amazing
    Graphics................Amazing
    Story.......................Amazing
    Score.....................Great
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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#2 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2010
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#8 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 98
  3. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. Official Xbox Magazine
    95
    Mass Effect 2 overcomes its few gameplay weaknesses with a fantastic weave of dynamic combat, lavish presentation, and engaging character and weapon customization. But for all the myriad improvements that make Mass Effect 2's visuals so appealing and its combat so exhilarating, it's ultimately the way it moves us that makes it so memorable. [Feb 2010, p.56]
  2. games(TM)
    100
    Despite all of the ways Mass Effect 2 is more engaging to play and explore, after 35 remarkable hours it was the characters that stayed with us… Game of the year in January? Oh, go on then. [Feb 2010, p.112]
  3. X-ONE Magazine UK
    100
    Both an astonishing RPG and confident shooter, Mass Effect 2 is daring, shocking and often awe-inspiring in its use of choice. This is the future of storytelling in videogames. [Issue#, p.85]
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