Mass Effect

 Xbox 360
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2054 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 147 out of 2054
  3. Negative: 100 out of 2054
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  1. JesseB.
    Jan 19, 2008
    10
    Amazing gameplay and versitility, the option to choose who goes with you and the ability to command them is a plus. Sometimes equiping your team mates can be a hassle but hassles are challenges and challenges are what make games fun.
  2. JoeBloggs
    Jan 24, 2008
    10
    Maybe I havnt even played this game, but neither did the people on Fox and they still judged it. However, since I am a teenager I will give the opposite judgement to them. I am living inside a game world. I cannot tell the difference between reality (isn't it all an illusion?) and gaming. But, since all games are the same (senseless violence and crude sex) they all deserve a 10/10Maybe I havnt even played this game, but neither did the people on Fox and they still judged it. However, since I am a teenager I will give the opposite judgement to them. I am living inside a game world. I cannot tell the difference between reality (isn't it all an illusion?) and gaming. But, since all games are the same (senseless violence and crude sex) they all deserve a 10/10 from me. You see, thats all I want from a game - virtual sex, because I cant find sex anywhere else - its just too difficult to find. Of course, excessive violence is also necessary - otherwise, how can I satisfy my sadistic habbits? Of course, some lunatics think there is more to gaming than that. Dont listen to them, they're just trying to spread misinformation. Anyway, this concludes my review of Mass Effect. Maybe I should get back to playing Pac Man now. Although I heard Fox news had criticised it for promoting cannibalism. Oh well, I guess they know best. I mean, since when have they ever told a lie?… Expand
  3. KarlosCano
    Oct 26, 2008
    10
    This IS a really good game...it is better than the near perfect jede empire...i really love this game, it is the best game bioware ever made, everithing is just as it should be, the story is dramatic with really awesome endings, the graphics are just one of the best i've ever see, the music and the voice acting is perfect :D :D...i've beat this game like 8 times since i´veThis IS a really good game...it is better than the near perfect jede empire...i really love this game, it is the best game bioware ever made, everithing is just as it should be, the story is dramatic with really awesome endings, the graphics are just one of the best i've ever see, the music and the voice acting is perfect :D :D...i've beat this game like 8 times since i´ve buy it....and i just like it more every time i played it :D...it is really a masterpiece from bioware.....i really want the second part now.... XD… Expand
  4. grahamS
    Feb 12, 2008
    10
    I just don't understand the few critics of Mass Effect. A score of 54 from netjak! They must have played the wrong game. Bioware should be applauded for such a fantastic game. Apart from a few dodgy graphics (textures?) at times, the story was excellent and engrossing. Combat was fun, and conversations interesting, and often funny. This has to be my No1 game now; ahead of Half Life I just don't understand the few critics of Mass Effect. A score of 54 from netjak! They must have played the wrong game. Bioware should be applauded for such a fantastic game. Apart from a few dodgy graphics (textures?) at times, the story was excellent and engrossing. Combat was fun, and conversations interesting, and often funny. This has to be my No1 game now; ahead of Half Life (first one), Halo (first one) and Shenmue (first one). Please bring on the sequel as soon as possible, Bioware. You did a brilliant job.… Expand
  5. RommelA
    May 31, 2008
    10
    This is the best game to come in my hands. It hits my scale at 10/10, The gameplay is action-packed and the story-line is Massive and Emotional. The character Voicing is Top-Notch, best ive ever Heard. This surely "Drops My Jaw".
  6. ScottW
    Dec 17, 2009
    10
    Quite possibly the best game I've ever played. Nearly perfect in every way. Worth every penny of the cost.
  7. benf
    Dec 22, 2009
    10
    Best Bioware RPG to date, excellent setting, excellent characters, excellent duologue,excellent score although 1 or 2 niggles such as texture pop in and the fact you seem to have your own gravitational pull its worth an 9.8.
  8. RyanM.
    Jan 27, 2009
    10
    We all know its hard to live up to the hype of games made by companies who've had success with other games in the same genre. Fortunately, no one has to worry with Mass Effect, its a great game. Without giving too much away, the music is great, graphics are obviously good, conversations can be interesting, emotional, and even fun. Plus you're finally in a situation where We all know its hard to live up to the hype of games made by companies who've had success with other games in the same genre. Fortunately, no one has to worry with Mass Effect, its a great game. Without giving too much away, the music is great, graphics are obviously good, conversations can be interesting, emotional, and even fun. Plus you're finally in a situation where you're in control as spectre, which is cooler than just about anything. One of the best features might be the conversation wheel, some decisions made/had an emotional effect on me sometimes. I don't want to give anything else away, but if you buy an Xbox 360 anytime soon with the discount prices, this should be the first game on your list to buy along with Halo 3. Fans of Star Wars should especially like this game.… Expand
  9. BarneeB
    Jun 13, 2009
    10
    This is probably the only game I would give a 11 if it was possibble. I find it not just the best rpg, but simply the BEST GAME OF THIS GENERATION. I've never been shocked like this before by a game. Of course you can't directly compare older and newer games. It is even better than Kotor, which is saying something! The story is excellent! Production values are amazingly high! This is probably the only game I would give a 11 if it was possibble. I find it not just the best rpg, but simply the BEST GAME OF THIS GENERATION. I've never been shocked like this before by a game. Of course you can't directly compare older and newer games. It is even better than Kotor, which is saying something! The story is excellent! Production values are amazingly high! The attention to the smallest details is evident everywhere! There's so much content in the game that it blew me away. Graphics, music and voice-over is also top notch. There are some minor technical issues like occasional slowdowns, but they never break the game so it's probably doesn't even worth mentioning. Combat is also done very well, I enjoyed the game playing as a soldier the most, it became practically a shooter with RPG elements, and for me it is the best combination. The new conversation system works very well, it's hard to go back to the traditional one, found in other RPGs. Do yourself a favour and buy this game, even if you are mildly interested in scifi, shooter or RPGs!… Expand
  10. Sasha
    Jun 21, 2009
    10
    this game is insane! the first time i played it i thought it kinda sucked, because i had no idea where to go and the menus r kinda weird to get used too. but i got it again(a year later) from gamestop for $15 and could NOT stop playing. the voiced acting is top notch and dialog options compete with oblivion and fallout3. the action feels a lot like Gears, which is nice, but i haven't this game is insane! the first time i played it i thought it kinda sucked, because i had no idea where to go and the menus r kinda weird to get used too. but i got it again(a year later) from gamestop for $15 and could NOT stop playing. the voiced acting is top notch and dialog options compete with oblivion and fallout3. the action feels a lot like Gears, which is nice, but i haven't tried the special powers yet so i don't have anything to say about them. the only down side to this game is elevators take longer than real life elevators to travel 1 floor. also, to people who say the graphics suck, first of all this game came out 2 years ago and i still find them really good.… Expand
  11. DaxxO.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    Another outstanding game for the Xbox 360's library of exclusive titles. Mass Effect gushes with great gameplay, beautiful graphics, and has an excellent story that any sci-fi fan would love. BioWare has yet again created another RPG master piece that could easily win Game of the Year.
  12. JohnN.
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    Mass effect is truly this year's best game. From the creators of the famous Baldur's Gate and Knights of the Old Republic, Bioware, have done it once again. Mass Effect's story-line, gameplay and graphics are amazing.
  13. MaxO.
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    Absolutely an amazing game! Best RPG to come out in a very long time! The game is an RPG, for those who think differently I do not understand why. Do not judge this game on anything besides being an RPG as that is what it is.
  14. 440Magnum
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    Beautiful graphics, fresh gameplay, and an amazing storyline all come together to make this the must have RPG in videogaming this year!
  15. JamesR
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    I haven't even played Mass Effect yet and therefore feel free to hate me for assigning a score, normally i would never do such a thing and hate when people do so. The only reason i have given a score now is to counteract Meestyk who gave it 1/10 simply because it wasn't released on the PC (and actually in his review claimed it would otherwise be a 9.8). It's a completelyI haven't even played Mass Effect yet and therefore feel free to hate me for assigning a score, normally i would never do such a thing and hate when people do so. The only reason i have given a score now is to counteract Meestyk who gave it 1/10 simply because it wasn't released on the PC (and actually in his review claimed it would otherwise be a 9.8). It's a completely ridiculous and unfair thing to do and as such i post this merely to rebalance the average score.… Expand
  16. ChrisM
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    I've had this game since the 17th and in my opinion it deserves at least a 9.7 (rounding up to 10) despite these technial problems that have been described. I certainly don't get as much of this slowdown as they seem to. Yes it happens occasionally but not often and only when a lot of things happen at once. I also am yet to see ANY enemies "phase through walls" (IGN review) andI've had this game since the 17th and in my opinion it deserves at least a 9.7 (rounding up to 10) despite these technial problems that have been described. I certainly don't get as much of this slowdown as they seem to. Yes it happens occasionally but not often and only when a lot of things happen at once. I also am yet to see ANY enemies "phase through walls" (IGN review) and I've been stuck on an object just once.

    I would also like to point out that people were obviously expecting a bit too much from the exploration system. I mean you can only fit so much on a single freaking disc. The amount to do in the game is amazing.

    On the point of the combat, it's frantic, fun and difficult. Occasionally the AI isn't that great but again I think the problems with it are overstated. Enemies take cover, snipe you, use biotic powers on you AND on your cover, and they will kill you. A lot.

    The brilliant characters, story, fun combat, and great conversation system outweigh any minor problems. My game of the year for sure.    … Expand
  17. JackM.
    Nov 21, 2007
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. This is an absolute must buy. The graphics are amazing, the gameplay varies from person to person (not meant for shooter fans so don't make it out to be one), the dialogue really takes a step forward from other games. The immersion is also great, it sucks you in. It isn't all perfect though, there ARE flaws but Bioware are probably planning to release a Absolutely amazing game. This is an absolute must buy. The graphics are amazing, the gameplay varies from person to person (not meant for shooter fans so don't make it out to be one), the dialogue really takes a step forward from other games. The immersion is also great, it sucks you in. It isn't all perfect though, there ARE flaws but Bioware are probably planning to release a patch to cover these issues. Final deadline: With a game this good, it's hard not to look over the minor flaws.… Expand
  18. MikeS.
    Nov 21, 2007
    10
    Awesome game, the detail is simply amazing.
  19. MarcioM.
    Nov 21, 2007
    10
    Amazing RPG in the vein of KOTOR. Great graphics, awesome replay value and a stunning si-fi storyline wraps up an otherwise must-play experience.
  20. Kevin
    Nov 21, 2007
    10
    Anyone who buys this thinking its just an FPS is an idiot. This game is the best RPG of this year, hands down. SO MUCH DETAIL in this game its mindblowing.
  21. [Anonymous]
    Nov 23, 2007
    10
    Amazing rpg. Sucks you in and doesn't let go. The combat is quite unique and will frustrate you at first. But, once you get the hang of it you'll find it is better than almost any rpg out there. Just don't expect it to play like a shooter. The game suffers from some technical issues like all other sandbox rpg's, but they really don't take you out of the game. The Amazing rpg. Sucks you in and doesn't let go. The combat is quite unique and will frustrate you at first. But, once you get the hang of it you'll find it is better than almost any rpg out there. Just don't expect it to play like a shooter. The game suffers from some technical issues like all other sandbox rpg's, but they really don't take you out of the game. The voice acting, story, and cutscenes truly are movie quality most of the time. This game is better than Oblivion in almost every way. The rpg elements are better, imo, though not quite the breadth of Oblivion. This is an obvious must have for any rpg or sci-fi fan out there, but don't buy it for the shooter elements if you strictly like shooters. It really plays more like an rpg than a shooter when it comes down to it. Make sure to pick your crew properly before entering a mission. If it is in the main quest, pick a combat heavy crew. If you are doing a side quest or simply exploring some planet, pick a tech heavy group. I only have two real annoyances with the game. For one, it can be frustrating when enemies rush and overwhelm you in certain instances right as you enter a room. It isn't always like this, but it can be annoying when you die 5 times in a 10 second battle. The other annoyance is that characters level individually. This kind of makes you want to use the same crew constantly even though different skills help you in different situations. Why are you reading this? Go get the game!… Expand
  22. VeritaA.
    Nov 23, 2007
    10
    Absolutely brilliant, best game on the Xbox 360 and one of the best games ever made. Can't remember when I've been more absorbed in a story or had so much fun.
  23. PhilipM.
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    Amazing graphics, almost flawlessly integrates with the game, storyline rich and powerful, 10
  24. MikeL.
    Nov 24, 2007
    10
    Fantastic graphics, gameplay works seamlessly, plot grreat.
  25. ScottS.
    Nov 25, 2007
    10
    I have no idea how you could misinterpret this game as a powerpoint slideshow, but hey...it's a big planet. Mass Effect is a combination of Gears of War, Knights of the Old Republic, Starflight, and Oblivion. It does some elements better than others, but in my opinion this game is space opera at its best and easily my choice of GOTY. (And it's been a good year) It's only I have no idea how you could misinterpret this game as a powerpoint slideshow, but hey...it's a big planet. Mass Effect is a combination of Gears of War, Knights of the Old Republic, Starflight, and Oblivion. It does some elements better than others, but in my opinion this game is space opera at its best and easily my choice of GOTY. (And it's been a good year) It's only flaws are an inventory system that can be byzantine and touchy vehicle controls; those are small gripes though when I step back and look at the game as a whole. If you like RPGs and like space opera, get this game. Now.… Expand
  26. GunnarG.
    Nov 25, 2007
    10
    Overall a great game, I would give it a rating of 9,8. It's the best RPG game in years. The combat isn't perfect but for a RPG it's alright. The graphics are great with beautiful environments and good light and shadow effects. Though textures sometimes seem to "pop in" as a scene loads but a normal level loading time is short (few seconds). The game has great replay value Overall a great game, I would give it a rating of 9,8. It's the best RPG game in years. The combat isn't perfect but for a RPG it's alright. The graphics are great with beautiful environments and good light and shadow effects. Though textures sometimes seem to "pop in" as a scene loads but a normal level loading time is short (few seconds). The game has great replay value and it's likely to take you more than 40 hours to play through it. If you truly emerge yourself in to the Mass Effect world (by reading the information and doing as many side quest as you can) it would take you much longer.… Expand
  27. BenH.
    Nov 25, 2007
    10
    Microsoft have now produced (with other game companys help of course) two of the best space games ever made. The first was freelancer and amazing deep space faring game. The second, this game mass effect. It is so deep and the storyline so brilliantly done. I have to give this game a 10 as i havent been so addicted to a single player game like this in a long time. Imagine if Microsoft had Microsoft have now produced (with other game companys help of course) two of the best space games ever made. The first was freelancer and amazing deep space faring game. The second, this game mass effect. It is so deep and the storyline so brilliantly done. I have to give this game a 10 as i havent been so addicted to a single player game like this in a long time. Imagine if Microsoft had the guts to go ahead and merge freelancer with mass effect. you would have the probably one of the greatest games ever made. It would be unbelievable. Come on Microsoft DO IT. DO IT!!… Expand
  28. TomW.
    Nov 26, 2007
    10
    This game was amazing!, if you loved Kotor you will not be dissapointed. Deep, engrossing storyline and a wonderfully fleshed out universe. Wonderful dialogue system and some tough (and heartbreaking) moral choices in the game. There is constant texture popping but it is a small complaint when compared to how beautiful and immersive the game is.
  29. crashmstr
    Nov 27, 2007
    10
    This game is beautiful, and the story is incredible. Sure, there are some problems. But these are small irritations compared to how well the game works and plays as a whole. The options for customizing your face and then seeing that face throughout the game was very cool and helped to draw me into the narrative more. Dionysus J.: Have you actually played the game? The dialog is excellent, This game is beautiful, and the story is incredible. Sure, there are some problems. But these are small irritations compared to how well the game works and plays as a whole. The options for customizing your face and then seeing that face throughout the game was very cool and helped to draw me into the narrative more. Dionysus J.: Have you actually played the game? The dialog is excellent, the voice acting is very good, and you actually often get to see and hear your character doing what you want to do (like punching out a whining scientist). And in comparison to other similar RPGs, Mass Effect is not any more dialog intensive. Rob: When you throw and opponent against a wall, they do get hurt. Also, they can't shoot you while they are getting back up :) Healing is actually a tech skill, so having the med gel does make sense.… Expand
  30. AlexT.
    Nov 28, 2007
    10
    Amazing simply amazing only small graphical and loading issues as close to perfection as possible.
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Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
3
#3 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#3 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 74 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 74
  3. Negative: 0 out of 74
  1. Game Informer
    98
    It's an adventure that is so captivating that you'll be counting the days for the sequel. It takes interactive storytelling to new heights, and brings the player closer to content than ever before. It's easily one of the year's best titles and one of the most impressive games to date. [Nov 2007, p.151]
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  2. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    92
    Far from being a ponderous sci-fi exposition, Mass Effect boasts a dynamic, well-constructed story with a broad emotional range. [Holiday 2007, p.82]
  3. Hardcore Gamer
    80
    As it is, it's merely very good on several different levels, and is more or less a must-play for RPG fans. It will drive shooter fans completely up the wall, though. [Dec 2007, p.56]
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