Mass Effect

 Xbox 360
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2054 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,807 out of 2054
  2. Mixed: 147 out of 2054
  3. Negative: 100 out of 2054
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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  2. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    One of the best RPGs i have ever played. The story was amazing, and the combat system very fun.
  3. Hiccup3319
    Aug 21, 2023
    10
    An absolout amazing masterpiece, please bioware, bring this back to the original glory.
  4. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 4, 2023
    9
    An epic galaxy-spanning sci-fi adventure, Mass Effect marries the styles of RPG, classic choose-your-own-path adventure game and first person shooter to create an absorbing and well written story that makes you feel like you are the lead character in your own personal space opera. The adventure element works better than the combat thanks to fiddly aiming and the weapon overheat featureAn epic galaxy-spanning sci-fi adventure, Mass Effect marries the styles of RPG, classic choose-your-own-path adventure game and first person shooter to create an absorbing and well written story that makes you feel like you are the lead character in your own personal space opera. The adventure element works better than the combat thanks to fiddly aiming and the weapon overheat feature that seems to exist solely to leave you defenceless at exactly the wrong moment, but as a whole it's one of the very best games of its type.… Expand
  5. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Mass Effect is one of the best Sci-Fi RPG’s ever made. Great atmosphere, Story and Characters.
  6. OnlyGoryGames
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Playing many years later. I was extremely stunned by how immersed I was in this game. I couldn’t believe what I was playing half the time. You simply can’t beat this writing and the execution of it through dialogue. I haven’t played older RPGs like Fallout or Baulders Gate, so I can’t say this game has the best writing in gaming. But so far out of the games I’ve played. This game and itsPlaying many years later. I was extremely stunned by how immersed I was in this game. I couldn’t believe what I was playing half the time. You simply can’t beat this writing and the execution of it through dialogue. I haven’t played older RPGs like Fallout or Baulders Gate, so I can’t say this game has the best writing in gaming. But so far out of the games I’ve played. This game and its sequel have the best writing and storytelling I’ve experienced yet.… Expand
  7. GhostKill
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    Best Mass ever! This game with all the DLC has it all. Shep is a beast and the rpg elements are truly amazing. One of the greatest RPG series of all time is the Mass Effect series.
  8. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    9
    Amazing exploration and decision making throughout the entire game. Best storyline of the Mass Effect trilogy too but the combat/gameplay hasn't aged very well.
  9. Kingkaszii13
    Mar 28, 2022
    9
    CUDO!! To słowo jak najbardziej ocenia tą grę i historię z nią związaną. Mimo, że nie jestem fanem tematyki kosmosu i walki między galaktycznej to ta gra i chęć rozwiązywania kolejnych zagadek i dopadnięcie Sarena kazało mi wracać do tej gry z wielkim zaciekawieniem i chęcią gry do samego końca. Dzięki edycji Legendary Edition oprawa graficzna pozwoliła to zrobić na konsoli Xbox S i nieCUDO!! To słowo jak najbardziej ocenia tą grę i historię z nią związaną. Mimo, że nie jestem fanem tematyki kosmosu i walki między galaktycznej to ta gra i chęć rozwiązywania kolejnych zagadek i dopadnięcie Sarena kazało mi wracać do tej gry z wielkim zaciekawieniem i chęcią gry do samego końca. Dzięki edycji Legendary Edition oprawa graficzna pozwoliła to zrobić na konsoli Xbox S i nie żałuję ani minuty z tej gry!… Expand
  10. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Mass Effect has become one of the colossal cult-classics of video gaming; and rightfully so. The game has great level design, endless narrative possibilities thanks to its multi-choice format storytelling that made it become iconic in the first place. BioWare knew what the hell it was doing when it decided to use the experience they got from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic andMass Effect has become one of the colossal cult-classics of video gaming; and rightfully so. The game has great level design, endless narrative possibilities thanks to its multi-choice format storytelling that made it become iconic in the first place. BioWare knew what the hell it was doing when it decided to use the experience they got from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and decided to apply all that to an original IP for the company. And the result: a classic that forever changed gaming in 2007.

    Mass Effect can debate-ably be considered Canada's biggest important of the 21st Century; at least in multimedia storytelling which the franchise has since gone on to 'effect'.

    Commander Shepard, The Reapers, Garrus, Tali, Urdnot Wrex have all gotten well-deserved love and respect from gamers everywhere. Mass Effect is a special franchise that feels like it's always been there in the background.    … Expand
  11. Art2020
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    My favourite game of all time. Just buy it and play it and see for yourself.
  12. Luahanseng
    Mar 7, 2022
    8
    Mass Effect 1 (LE) on PS5
    Game completed : Nov 30, 2021
    Playtime : 17 hrs I played its original for few minutes because i was young back then but completed it for the first time in its remastered version. It holds up inspite it is more than a decade old. If you are a fan of a galactic theme like star trek or star wars like myself, this game suprisingly delivers. It could still compete    Mass Effect 1 (LE) on PS5
    Game completed : Nov 30, 2021
    Playtime : 17 hrs

    I played its original for few minutes because i was young back then but completed it for the first time in its remastered version. It holds up inspite it is more than a decade old. If you are a fan of a galactic theme like star trek or star wars like myself, this game suprisingly delivers. It could still compete even to todays standard but its far from perfect for a reason this game is too old and for remasters, there will be some aspects of the game that is impossible to update. And this is the case for mass effect 1. The inteface is outdated, the overall gunplay is clunky and its progression system is not as appreciatable. These could only be change on a remake version and thats completely fine. Overall, it is still a unique and a must play even today. Remaster : 10/10
    Story : 8/10
    Overall gameplay : 7/10
    Progression : 6/10
    Phasing and replayability : 8/10
    enjoyment : 9/10    … Expand
  13. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    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.
  14. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    9
    Atmosphere: 10
    Enjoyment: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 6
    Music: 9
    Story: 9
    Total: 8.50
  15. StonePwnReviews
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    Mass Effect is a timeless classic. Stellar first entry to the series from BioWare.
  16. MrNoSoul
    Sep 12, 2021
    8
    Fun to play with plenty of side missions to keep you entertained between main progression. A massive nostalgia hit and enjoyed playing it just as much if not more than when I was in my early teens playing it.


    Only issue for me was using snipers get like a handicap for someone who was meant to be a specialist with them
  17. CloudStrife05
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    What a way for a new IP to make a splash onto the scene. The beginning to one of the best trilogies ever made.
  18. XBOXPSGAMER
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This Game is very good probably the best Sci Fi Game (I am looking at you Third Person Players)
    With brilliant story and combat    … Expand
  19. EasyGamerBoi
    Jun 10, 2021
    8
    Hasn’t aged as well as the rest of the series but it still holds up remarkably. Story is phenomenal, characters are all great (except Ashley) and I still enjoy playing the game even after beating it like 7 times at this point. Can’t wait for the trilogy remaster!
  20. ReubenIsAGod
    Jun 6, 2021
    8
    *legacy edition review* I really enjoyed playing this. Its fun, interesting story. Combat is alright. The version I played was a tone smother combat/movement wise opposed to the OG. But hey! I really enjoyed the game. Really really fun and chill. More logging this for games played in 2021...which has been a few so ****
  21. Dom007
    May 4, 2021
    10
    Mass effect started this incredible trilogy off in a great way. This game offers a great storyline with a wide range of outcomes that carries onto the next two games. The characters are just brilliant and very memorable. The graphics where top quality for its time and the soundtrack is just brilliant.
    The ending is also amazing and nearly as good as ME2's ending.
    The gameplay is no doubt    Mass effect started this incredible trilogy off in a great way. This game offers a great storyline with a wide range of outcomes that carries onto the next two games. The characters are just brilliant and very memorable. The graphics where top quality for its time and the soundtrack is just brilliant.
    The ending is also amazing and nearly as good as ME2's ending.
    The gameplay is no doubt the weakest part of the game but it's far from bad, in fact I rather enjoy it at times with some of the unique combat mechanics.    … Expand
  22. Captainjimbo452
    Jan 7, 2021
    0
    I did and game says it auto saves but then doesn’t making me have to replay three hours of the game that I don’t want to
  23. Hydroman220
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    The original mass effect is now a classic, it might had some flaws, but the game was so revolutionary at the time that nobody cared.
  24. HaemanJones
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    Well, the original mass effect is great but not perfect. I love this game but that doesn't mean i'm going to ignore it's flaws.
  25. RodrigoroRex
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    "Mass Effect": Amazing game, it provides an amazing experience for the player. 7 out of 7. Played it on Xbox 360.
  26. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 21, 2020
    9
    OVERALL - 91%

    Gameplay - 8/10 Graphics (for time) - 7/10 Story - 9/10 Game Length - 9/10 Characters - 8/10 Level/Area Design - 9/10 Atmosphere - 9/10 Sound Effects - 8/10 Soundtrack - 7/10 Replay Value - 7/10 From a narrative and RPG point of view I think I prefer this to Mass Effect 2. The only downside to this game were the controls could have been better. This problem was    OVERALL - 91%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 7/10
    Story - 9/10
    Game Length - 9/10
    Characters - 8/10
    Level/Area Design - 9/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 7/10
    Replay Value - 7/10

    From a narrative and RPG point of view I think I prefer this to Mass Effect 2. The only downside to this game were the controls could have been better. This problem was rectified in the future games. It's a game that doesn't feel at all rushed, you feel you can explore it's universe at your own pace and is probably the best sci-fi computer game story of the decade.    … Expand
  27. MatthewDavisMed
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    An excellent start for an epic trilogy. While controls and combat feel a bit clunky at times, it has awesome and interesting NPCs to interact with, and a fantastic story line.
  28. Leon_Resendiz
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Un juego que te atrapa con la trama de ficción, una joya en su momento y que deja un excelente sabor de boca al concluirlo y del deseo de mas...
  29. FightingRaccoon
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Fantastic start to a wonderful series. It doesn't hold back when it comes to killing some of your favorite characters, which makes the story even more personal and engaging.
  30. Jessicaw
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    One of the best sci-fi RPGs out there. It has a great story with decent characters and fun gameplay.
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Awards & Rankings

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#7 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#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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