Mass Effect Legendary Edition

 Xbox One
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7.1

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  1. GH0STMERC
    May 21, 2021
    10
    one of the best games made even better. this graphical overhaul looks amazing. sheperd is back baby.
  2. Vutian
    May 22, 2021
    10
    I never got the chance to experience the original trilogy til now, and I am very happy with my decision to give the series a shot.
  3. EruIiuvatar
    May 23, 2021
    10
    MASS EFFECT Legendary Edition is a must-have collection for every conscious gamer on the planet. You know, the planet called Terra, in the Local Cluster
  4. takethemicmike
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Mass effect 2 is one of the best videogames ever made and that's enough reason to play this remaster.
  5. mrtrollface
    May 23, 2021
    9
    They really don't make games like this anymore. Though, it feels as if Bioware set out to make a remaster/remake of ME1 to begin with, as it has the most changes and improvements. As someone with over 1000+ hours of the ME trilogy before the LE, I've noticed quit a bit of improvements, and non-improvements.

    Most of what I wanted in a ME1 remaster/remake have been accomplished, though a    They really don't make games like this anymore. Though, it feels as if Bioware set out to make a remaster/remake of ME1 to begin with, as it has the most changes and improvements. As someone with over 1000+ hours of the ME trilogy before the LE, I've noticed quit a bit of improvements, and non-improvements.

    Most of what I wanted in a ME1 remaster/remake have been accomplished, though a bit more should have been done to at least make combat identical to ME2, but it's not too far off. ME1 definitely feels way more modernized than its original release, but still feels a bit old. Some people complain that Pinnacle Station DLC wasn't included, but why are you complaining? Pinnacle Station literally added nothing of importance to the game, it was just a boring combat simulation. Good riddance I say. I also see that they didn't adjust any of the volumes in the conversations, most notably on the Normandy. I still struggle to hear many of Garrus' lines, his volume for his dialogue is still way too low. Bioware sure loves their lens flares, and they went overboard in ME1. They really need a patch to bring it back in some, as it's way too much.

    Outside of graphics overhauls and stability, ME2 and ME3 remain mostly unchanged. However bugs and glitches are more prevalent than they were in the original releases. ME2 has lots of audio bugs, that make me wince at some of them. ME3 has AI bugs. For instance, using the Throw biotic makes many enemies permanently stay on the ground. It's like the AI thinks it's still in the air while being on the ground, unable to do anything. Animations for both games are off. While both had some in original releases, it feels like there's more of them. In cutscenes, when Shepard has their hand against their ear to talk over comms, pretty much every instance has their hand a good few inches off their ear, or a character had their hands wrapped weirdly against their gun. It seems as if they redid many animations from scratch, and they released a rough version of it without and additional oversight.

    Overall, a great remaster, and I loved the ME1 improvements the most. Once the bugs and glitches get fixed through future updates, this will be the way to play the greatest series ever.    … Expand
  6. hcliffed
    Jun 21, 2021
    10
    Great compilation, runs great, looks great, now three of the best games EVER created are all in one place. If you missed Leviathan in Mass Effect 3 the first time around, that story alone is worth the price of admission!
  7. greengrounds
    May 23, 2021
    10
    I love this game! It loooks great and comes with all the DLC. Three amazing games in one, and runs great on my Series S, at a smooth 60 FPS
  8. gilbertofp16
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    It is a must play, the remaster was created with love, you can see the graphics are improved but the history remains the same, I never played Mass effect and when I did with Andromeda I hate it. But this trilogy brings me joy to know Mass effect is excellent franchise.
  9. AwithanA
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Fantastic upgrade of a perfect series all wrapped in one package. Thanks
  10. Dixis
    May 16, 2021
    10
    EA, thanks for the opportunity to play with Russian voice acting and English subtitles. This is my favorite childhood game. You gave me back a piece of that time. MAST HAVE!!!!
  11. Dom007
    May 17, 2021
    10
    Three of the greatest games ever made and the greatest video game trilogy out there.
    The first game has seen numerous improvements. Graphically it's been improved quite a bit and the combat is now much smoother. There are a few bugs but nothing game breaking. I will also point out that some of the facial retexture's look a little off but only in rare cases.
    £60 for all three games with    Three of the greatest games ever made and the greatest video game trilogy out there.
    The first game has seen numerous improvements. Graphically it's been improved quite a bit and the combat is now much smoother. There are a few bugs but nothing game breaking. I will also point out that some of the facial retexture's look a little off but only in rare cases.
    £60 for all three games with all Dlc's is more than worth it.    … Expand
  12. Customalex
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Great amazing fun great 3 games in one worth every penny. It is definitely an old game (me1) so it doesn't look as fancy as most stuff now but the storytelling and lore is top notch. Most play for and fan of syfy
  13. C_Evans6710
    May 16, 2021
    10
    The definitive way to experience this truly LEGENDARY trilogy. Buttery smooth frame rate, 4K visuals and slightly improved gameplay mechanics. This definitely isn't your typical remaster it's better. If you've never played now is your time. I will say the game definitely doesn't feel like a 2021 game but it is still miles better than it was originally. To me this is GOTY
  14. PaddyW106
    May 16, 2021
    10
    I'm Commander Sheppard and this is my favourite Remaster on the Citadel!
    So smooth 60 fps 4k makes ME1 playable. Its held up over the years and puts a lot of modern games to shame for the detail in the world and the lore. Cannot wait for the new one!
  15. Thejing
    May 18, 2021
    10
    I get it, the Russian dub is bad. It still is no reason to bomb this collection of games.

    As it is, it's a great deal. Most Mass Effect fans, (myself included) never purchased the dlc. Buying all of the DLC from the original games, together, would be the same, if not more money, completely disregarding the 4K, enhanced visuals, better framerates, and a better graphical quality    I get it, the Russian dub is bad. It still is no reason to bomb this collection of games.

    As it is, it's a great deal. Most Mass Effect fans, (myself included) never purchased the dlc. Buying all of the DLC from the original games, together, would be the same, if not more money, completely disregarding the 4K, enhanced visuals, better framerates, and a better graphical quality all-around.

    The main selling point of the franchise is the many improvements made to the outdated Mass Effect 1. Now, are these changes drastic? Yes. Is the combat better than 2 and 3? Hell no.

    Adding on the absurd amount of achievements that can be reached, (for large pools of points) this collection is amazing for returning fans, and new ones alike.

    Even if you've recently played the games, it's still worth the $50-$60USD for the many improvements.

    This is how a remaster should be made, and other companies ought to be ashamed for full priced remasters months after the game's release. You know who I'm talking about.    … Expand
  16. Faw601
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Absolute perfect remaster of the original 3 games, plus all the DLC for £50? It’s worth it!
  17. nabcol
    May 17, 2021
    10
    Great games. The improvements to ME1 are remarkable (besides graphics also gameplay improvements like better aiming for sniper rifles) and the later 2 games play and look better. Nothing to add to the games themselves as the original games were already masterpieces. Highly recommended!
  18. gabrielnunes86
    May 17, 2021
    10
    The did amazing improvements in the Mass Effect 1.
    Mass Effect 2 have some good adjusments too.
  19. DoomSlayer3030
    May 15, 2021
    10
    Great remastering of all three games with new gameplay mechanics and lots and lots of fixed to the problems the games had! Absolutely love and would recommend!
  20. MX1341
    May 15, 2021
    10
    Worth replaying, with better graphics. Still one of the best games ever made.
  21. Vileguyver
    May 15, 2021
    10
    My favourite franchise, if these where a series or film they would easily be the next Star Wars or trek.
    Look and plays amazing on series X 120fps, I literally cannot go back to 30, it feels wrong.
    Few bugs at launch and needs headphone support fixed to stop crashes, like most adults I only get to play once the kids are in bed. Playing on a tv with low volume is a bit rubbish. Otherwise    My favourite franchise, if these where a series or film they would easily be the next Star Wars or trek.
    Look and plays amazing on series X 120fps, I literally cannot go back to 30, it feels wrong.
    Few bugs at launch and needs headphone support fixed to stop crashes, like most adults I only get to play once the kids are in bed. Playing on a tv with low volume is a bit rubbish.
    Otherwise all three of these are some of the best games ever made.    … Expand
  22. Kenmei
    Jun 3, 2021
    8
    By buying this game, you should already know what you're getting with the initial releases for each title. I'm not here to argue about any of the good or bad things that came with each release before hand. I'm going to focus on the improvements made to each game and how it affects a returning player to the series.
    Most of the upgrades have been made to ME 1, as that's the oldest one    By buying this game, you should already know what you're getting with the initial releases for each title. I'm not here to argue about any of the good or bad things that came with each release before hand. I'm going to focus on the improvements made to each game and how it affects a returning player to the series.
    Most of the upgrades have been made to ME 1, as that's the oldest one obviously, and they did a pretty good job here. The upgrades to the graphics are very impressive, outside of a few misses with some character models like with Captain Anderson and Udina. Both of them have issues with their eyes almost bugging out of their heads on some cutscenes and Udina's skin pigmentation seems to fluctuate weirdly. The gameplay was updated to be almost exactly like ME 2, without some of the more enjoyable classes that game brought with it though. However it didnt all stick as the controls for the cover system are just garbage and made me just never want to use cover at all. And the updates to the Mako's controls are nice but really doesnt do much to make those segments of the game any more enjoyable then they were before. However it was a fun and refreshing experience as the biggest and best upgrade, for those playing on a Series X at least, is the massive decrease of load times across all titles. I'd say about a 1/3rd of the time I spent with the original ME games, all 3 of them, were just staring at loading screens, especially the first game. The load times here are so short that it really lets the game flow much better then it ever has before and kept me interested and entertained throughout the entire thing. Its one of the biggest updates that was made to each game and it easily does the most to making this the best remaster it could be.
    While each game shows its age in certain areas, especially ME 1, this is still one of the best original video game trilogies that's been released in decades. For those who went through the game before, I'd definitely say its worth it just for the lack of load times by itself. That alone made this a much more enjoyable experience then I thought would be possible. For newcomers I cant recommend it enough.    … Expand
  23. imoviesreview
    Jun 20, 2021
    9
    This is a good next gen port, but it might not be for those using Xbox Ones or PS4's. The graphics are improved, but it's not that much of a jump. It looks barely above the systems the originals were made for. ME1 got a few chances, but ME2 feels exactly like the original game. This may not be worthwhile for anyone who still has Xbox Ones or PS4's, in fact the original games are backwardsThis is a good next gen port, but it might not be for those using Xbox Ones or PS4's. The graphics are improved, but it's not that much of a jump. It looks barely above the systems the originals were made for. ME1 got a few chances, but ME2 feels exactly like the original game. This may not be worthwhile for anyone who still has Xbox Ones or PS4's, in fact the original games are backwards compatible on Xbox. But if you have the series S or X or PS5, this might be one to check out for the next gen features. The series X runs at 120 fps. I played it on the Series S, but it still achieved 60 fps and extremely fast load times. And ME2 is one of my favorite games of all time, and it's nice to see it unchanged. So the games themselves are still excellent.… Expand
  24. pvisscherNL
    May 22, 2021
    9
    Great remake of the most legendary franchise ever made!

    The first Mass Effect had great gameplay and graphical updates.
    The other 2 had great updates aswell.
    It's still the best trilogy ever!
  25. FunRosiePalm
    May 24, 2021
    9
    Having not played the games till now, WOW! I can’t believe I missed these! The story is amazing and other than the gameplay being clunky in the first game, I have loved everything about this!
  26. BoomRoasted
    May 26, 2021
    9
    Felt compelled to write my first ever review here to un-tank the game's rating. I think a lot of people are missing the point here. This is not a remake, this was a remaster, with some minor reworks and some fun changes for fans. To be fair this game is not perfect, there are some comically bad graphics at times. But you are getting all three mass effect games with all DLC and updatedFelt compelled to write my first ever review here to un-tank the game's rating. I think a lot of people are missing the point here. This is not a remake, this was a remaster, with some minor reworks and some fun changes for fans. To be fair this game is not perfect, there are some comically bad graphics at times. But you are getting all three mass effect games with all DLC and updated graphics for the price of one new game. Its a good value, they have fixed some of the control issues and made the games more playable. Certainly deserving of the critic score it has received, and much better than the 6.2 user score that it currently has.… Expand
  27. Nevac
    May 15, 2021
    10
    As someone who is pretty protective of the first game and who wished to see its identity retained, I could not be happier. I think the developers have absolutely nailed that rare achievement; to maintain the atmosphere of the series while at the same time polishing it up and modernising it in all the appropriate places. There are no additions which seem out of place or intrusive, and withAs someone who is pretty protective of the first game and who wished to see its identity retained, I could not be happier. I think the developers have absolutely nailed that rare achievement; to maintain the atmosphere of the series while at the same time polishing it up and modernising it in all the appropriate places. There are no additions which seem out of place or intrusive, and with the silky new graphics, stellar frame rates and quick load times, my favourite series is now an even greater joy to play. Congrats to the team on this, I am extremely grateful for their steady hands on this one.… Expand
  28. MrTibster
    May 15, 2021
    10
    This is the game that will last me throughout the rest of the year. About 150 hours of bliss to play through, and looking the best it ever has on console.

    The Pros: Over 150 hours of content All DLC The Best the game has ever looked, at 60fps Brilliant new sound design Actually improved Character Customisation The Cons: Bit buggy, only one crash over 30 hours of gameplay.    This is the game that will last me throughout the rest of the year. About 150 hours of bliss to play through, and looking the best it ever has on console.

    The Pros:
    Over 150 hours of content
    All DLC
    The Best the game has ever looked, at 60fps
    Brilliant new sound design
    Actually improved Character Customisation

    The Cons:
    Bit buggy, only one crash over 30 hours of gameplay.
    Sometimes the lighting is a bit downgraded
    Overuse of Lens Flare

    And yeah thats it, its a 10/10 bundle in my book.    … Expand
  29. Wolfie2021
    May 16, 2021
    10
    I’ve missed playing these games so much. It’s a blast from the past for me. It was handled so well by the developers a truly respectful remaster
  30. ason313
    May 17, 2021
    10
    Great way to dive back into the series. Hopefully this succeeds and leads to a real next gen mass effect that undoes the Andromeda flop...wishful thinking
  31. johnnydgood
    May 16, 2021
    10
    As a Mass Effect veteran I was worried if this version would live up to the hype. But it definitely did. I am reliving the game as never before. Improved gameplay, better graphics and sounds all in one fantastic package. Love it.
  32. ROLANd1405
    May 17, 2021
    10
    Bioware released a very nice remaster here.
    As always, don't listen to the haters and butthurt people, because the don't got this one feature.

    It is a great remaster and it runs fantastic, 155+FPS constantly on 3440x1440 with a 3080.
  33. Logan373
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Mass effect è sempre Mass effect, c'è poco da fare. Chi non l'"ha giocato non può capire.
  34. Thwompthing
    May 16, 2021
    10
    The real criminal act here is why we can't review this when it's on CURRENT GEN consoles, which means PS5/Xbox Series X. It's an absolute joke that these reviews have to cover the PS4/Xbox One, because the game runs even better on PS5/Series X.

    On Series X this Mass Effect Legendary edition runs at 120 HZ/120 FPS ON XBOX SERIES X...something the PS5 does NOT do for this game. So,    The real criminal act here is why we can't review this when it's on CURRENT GEN consoles, which means PS5/Xbox Series X. It's an absolute joke that these reviews have to cover the PS4/Xbox One, because the game runs even better on PS5/Series X.

    On Series X this Mass Effect Legendary edition runs at 120 HZ/120 FPS ON XBOX SERIES X...something the PS5 does NOT do for this game.

    So, the game trilogy gets a 10/10 because this remaster is on point. I've been playing it on Series X for 3 hours now and the 120hz/120fps 4k is simply amazing on my OLED TV.

    The problem is that Metacritic and other sites are so behind that they don't even recognize this game for Series X and PS5, LOL, but only PS4 and Xbox One.....

    What a joke. Besides that point, this remaster trilogy is freaking awesome. Not only is it 4k, 120 FPS, but graphics and sound are also improved.

    Imagine playing this series on full surround sound and 4k like we got to play the latest Halo remakes? IT'S HAPPENED.    … Expand
  35. PATNA
    May 16, 2021
    10
    3 of the best games of all time, all in one package. The Mass Effect series is one of those rare games that got better with each subsequent release. 10/10
  36. AlexanderWake
    May 15, 2021
    10
    Now, after patch, we have option "ENGLISH VOICE + RUSSIAN SUBTITLES" to the console&pc versions of the ME1 Legendary. THANK YOU very much, BIOWARE and EA. Love you.
    Love this trilogy. Masterpiece. "10 из 10" now!

    Теперь это заслуженные "10из10"! Лучшая Sci-fi трилогия в истории индустрии!
  37. MrPositive
    May 22, 2021
    10
    For me at least, this update still just confirms that this is the best game series ever made in my mind. It's so good, that I see it's already made it's legion of spam review haters. That's when officially you know it's amazing.
  38. CyberHawk
    May 16, 2021
    10
    It's a remaster that's done right, for ME1 approaching the area of a remake. Visual improvements are mostly great, not without some mistakes, but there would always be mistakes and things done right prevail. What is important to remember is that new ME1 visuals are how they were supposed to look back in 2007 but couldn't due to technical limitation of that time. What some fans consider toIt's a remaster that's done right, for ME1 approaching the area of a remake. Visual improvements are mostly great, not without some mistakes, but there would always be mistakes and things done right prevail. What is important to remember is that new ME1 visuals are how they were supposed to look back in 2007 but couldn't due to technical limitation of that time. What some fans consider to be artistic choise and atmosphere of ME1 was actually technical conditions of that time.… Expand
  39. Alirezasalimi
    May 16, 2021
    10
    This Game is Amazing, The Best game in My life
  40. Xdddab
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Best game ever. Amazing characters, story, and dialogue. Numerous improvements have been made,
  41. shikamaru31789
    May 18, 2021
    9
    My first time playing Mass Effect ever, and so far it has been pretty enjoyable. The Mako stuff has been pure filler garbage, and the regular gameplay is kind of dated, but the rest of the game, the main story, the characters, the music, the art design, the voice acting, all great so far. Only issues I have encountered so far was a single crash. Will try and update this review afterMy first time playing Mass Effect ever, and so far it has been pretty enjoyable. The Mako stuff has been pure filler garbage, and the regular gameplay is kind of dated, but the rest of the game, the main story, the characters, the music, the art design, the voice acting, all great so far. Only issues I have encountered so far was a single crash. Will try and update this review after playing all 3 games in the collection.… Expand
  42. gothicm3rcy
    May 17, 2021
    9
    Firstly, many people giving zeros and ones have not played this edition of the game(s).
    Secondly, people saying its just an upped resolution dont understand anythinging about the game dev industry. Tens of thousands of new textures, ssr lighting, better lit and darkened areas giving it a fuller feel. The framerate is fantastic (if you first played on 360 you know what I mean) the combat in    Firstly, many people giving zeros and ones have not played this edition of the game(s).
    Secondly, people saying its just an upped resolution dont understand anythinging about the game dev industry. Tens of thousands of new textures, ssr lighting, better lit and darkened areas giving it a fuller feel. The framerate is fantastic (if you first played on 360 you know what I mean) the combat in me1 is a night and day change.... VASTLY improved.... and now the mako controlsmore like a warthog than a tub of lard. not to mention that even on basexb and ps consoles, the loading times are much improved (just seconds on series x and ps5) Yes some will say "the pc version always had those highwrframerates" thing is.... this is the xbox version review section. Also some people, like me, just prefere the simplicity of a console to play games. Its q great collection of games and dlc... but im knocking a point off because its ue3, Im not buying they said they stuck with ue3 to retain the games essence
    ... no, they couldnt be bothered or didnt want to spend all the cash to do it.
    For good devs Its shouldnt be that hard to achieve. 343 did it with halo mcc (2engines run all the time)
    games themselves howrver from 1 to 3, are much more seamless now.... reminds me of how the bioshock collection was done    … Expand
  43. Dima82561
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Помню то время как я десятки лет назад играл во всё три части Mass Effect. В 2010 году батя впервые скачал первый Mass Effect чтобы в него играть, но что-то у бати не срослось и играть стал в нее я. Первая часть была интересной, я даже квесты не выпослял а просто исследовал галактику. Во 2 и 3 Mass Effectне на то время не получилось поиграть из-за отсутствия мощного компьютера тогоПомню то время как я десятки лет назад играл во всё три части Mass Effect. В 2010 году батя впервые скачал первый Mass Effect чтобы в него играть, но что-то у бати не срослось и играть стал в нее я. Первая часть была интересной, я даже квесты не выпослял а просто исследовал галактику. Во 2 и 3 Mass Effectне на то время не получилось поиграть из-за отсутствия мощного компьютера того времени. В начале 2014 года сгорает старый компьютер и покупается новый и я тут же иду скачивать последний Принц Персии Забытые пески и 2 и 3 Mass Effect. Проходил я на ультра настройках графики (60 FPS), на высоких сложностях. Третью часть проходил 3 раза. Один раз как спидраннер, второй и третий полностью на 100%. Потом я второй сыграл, тоже идеальная и первую часть перепрошёл на ультра настройках (60 FPS). Мультиплеер третьего Mass Effect идеален и игроки которые в него досихпор играли даже после выхода Андромеды это подтвердят. Выходит Андромеда - и это ужас. Оптимизация: ужасная. Mass Effect 3 у меня на ультрах (60 FPS) шёл, в Андромеде жестокие фризы. Андромеда - она недостойна чтобы её даже и с торрентов скачивали. И сейчас вышел ремастер всей трилогии в 4К 60Fps. Я заявляю что перепройду всю игру с большим удовольствием. Ну и в мультиплеер пойду.… Expand
  44. v77
    May 15, 2021
    10
    This is the game that will last me throughout the rest of the year. About 150 hours of bliss to play through, and looking the best it ever has on console
  45. marmotmx
    Jun 11, 2021
    9
    If you loved Mass Effect and its franchise this is a must in your collection. The remaster is simply awesome, huge graphic updates more evident in ME1 and ME2 environments and landscapes.

    3 games, all the DLC's, for the price of one, hundreds of hours in one of the most amazing and epic stories, great characters and a great reason to submerge yourself once again into the Mass Effect    If you loved Mass Effect and its franchise this is a must in your collection. The remaster is simply awesome, huge graphic updates more evident in ME1 and ME2 environments and landscapes.

    3 games, all the DLC's, for the price of one, hundreds of hours in one of the most amazing and epic stories, great characters and a great reason to submerge yourself once again into the Mass Effect world and lore. My personal recommendation is to play as Femshep, Jennifer Hale does an amazing job voicing Commander Shepard.

    Just keep in mind that we are talking about games that are a decade old or older.    … Expand
  46. IamChris8
    Aug 30, 2022
    9
    Date: 30.08.2022 - Mass Effect 1

    Der erste Ableger hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Für mich immer noch ein absoluter Klassiker, den man unbedingt gespielt haben MUSS.
    Nun wird Teil 2 der Trilogie installiert. Update kommt, sobald ich das Spiel durchgespielt habe.
  47. nfs7379
    Aug 30, 2022
    10
    10/10........................................................................................
  48. Khaosom
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is probably my favorite series of all time. Although a few things in the Legendary should have been changed imo. I'm going to start by addressing the negative comments coming from people about "removing" Miranda's butt, and more first. First off the removal was because fans for 5 years were **** about it being in Mass Effect 2 in the first place. It gets removed and y'all **** There's no pleasing you. Mass Effect 1 played exactly how the entire series should have, anyone complaining about the combat wanted to play a shooter not a tactical RPG. Let's address the price, 3 games plus all but 1 DLC for 29.99 USD. I spent 20 for my vanilla copy of ME1 ON PC literally just the other day. Finally let's address the people screaming this isn't a remake. They're right. But no where during marketing did EA or Bioware say it was going to be. The LE is exactly as marketed, an HD higher Frame rate, better looking release with all DLC. While Yes, I want a remake making the series more RPG like, and fixing some things, in lines with Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4, I didn't purchase this thinking it was that. If you did, you should probably give your consoles to someone who deserves them. Let's start with Mass Effect 1 my favorite of the 3. The addition of a mark as trash was great, but should have been extended to mods for weapons and armor. Some of the left out cheat console items should have been added back. The "lost" dlc that you can still buy should have been rewritten to be included. Finally the most annoying aspect the mako should have been reworked. It still controls like crap, making planetary exploration tedious instead of fun. Mass Effect 2 is next, it should have been made to be more RPG like from the get go. The addition of thermal clips, and loss of omnigel for bypassing took out a lot of the SciFi from the game. The lack of weaponry, the lack of weapon stats, real armor, and inventory items made the game more fps and less RPG . Mass Effect 3 is final. This game tried to blend the two previous games to make everyone happy, and it did a great job. However once you hit priority Tunchanka the rest of the game feels rushed, like they were told finish this game within the next 6 months. So every choice you made, every ally you made, doesn't really mean anything in the scheme of the ending. It goes from gathering allies to help fight a war, to you pick the end. Whoever wrote this ending should have been fired.… Expand
  49. kyle20ellis
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    Warning: Spoilers
    Only 3 years ago did I first play "Mass Effect" on my Xbox. I placed in the disc expecting a simple space drama with aliens and fighting. By the end of the third game I had fallen in love with every character and had genuinely cried at several points across the series. As soon as I could I pre-ordered legendary edition and I wholeheartedly believe it is one of the best    Warning: Spoilers
    Only 3 years ago did I first play "Mass Effect" on my Xbox. I placed in the disc expecting a simple space drama with aliens and fighting. By the end of the third game I had fallen in love with every character and had genuinely cried at several points across the series. As soon as I could I pre-ordered legendary edition and I wholeheartedly believe it is one of the best purchases I have ever made.

    I'll keep things brief here but go in depth on the individual game posts.

    3) Mass Effect (2007) 8/10. The game that kickstarted the franchise is a classic and is essential for anyone who's a fan of RPGs. Creating your commander or going with the default is your choice. For new players I'd suggest the default Shepard as this provides the easiest gameplay. This game established the brilliant and inventive world of Mass Effect as well as setting the foundation for the future of the incoming reaper threat. The companions all have something interesting to bring to the table allowing for genuine drama and heartbreak later down the line.

    2) Mass Effect 2 (2010) 10/10 this game gives more of a backseat to the story and has its main focus as the characters. From the start of the game you're told that you most likely won't survive but you have to save the galaxy. Everything from the first game is improved and we have a much bigger crew which actually makes sense considering the stakes. Every companion brings something to the table, even the two I disliked in the form of Jacob and Zaeed. I enjoyed that the crew didn't always get along and you needed to gain their loyalty and settle arguments, and that final battle is a truly epic spectacle with heart and action that I'd argue rivals some modern films.

    1) Mass Effect 3 (2012) 10/10 now I understand this is a controversial first place but I loved it. From start to finish there's emotion, humour, brilliant character moments and action. All the characters we love have their arcs finished in satisfying ways. There's heartbreaking decisions, conflicting moral choices and the struggle to unite a galaxy. Leaving Earth is the best opening to any of these games where you just need to survive. And that final battle of taking back Earth is a strong emotional victory lap that's well-earned. Is it self-indulgent at times, yes but rightly so. The Citadel DLC is pure fan-service but it does it masterfully and is self-aware at how goofy it's trying to be. All the characters come back making for a fun time while also carrying a somber tone knowing they're all going into the crescendo that is stopping the reapers. The highlight of this for me was the visits to Shepard's apartment and the party where each character basically got an emotional or fun goodbye and at the end all got to get loose and laugh one last time. This was a perfect ending to me and I was left heartbroken but happy at the end.    … Expand
  50. DedezzeSS
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Великая игра всегда великая) Отличное издание.
  51. TyyroneMugga
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    Gameplay - 8.5/10
    Characters - 9/10
    Visuals - 8/10
    Story - 8/10
    Uniqueness - 10/10
  52. Broyax
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    J’ai fait la trilogie trois fois sur 360 et une quatrième sur PC, j’ai tout retourné très consciencieusement : je pensais en avoir « fini » avec cette saga d’exception, d’autant que le Mass Effect de nouvelle génération, l’infâme Andromerda fut une véritable trahison… et un terrible affront (il a de fait fini « oublié »… dans le vide-ordures).

    Or, voilà-t-y pas qu’aussitôt lancé ce «    J’ai fait la trilogie trois fois sur 360 et une quatrième sur PC, j’ai tout retourné très consciencieusement : je pensais en avoir « fini » avec cette saga d’exception, d’autant que le Mass Effect de nouvelle génération, l’infâme Andromerda fut une véritable trahison… et un terrible affront (il a de fait fini « oublié »… dans le vide-ordures).

    Or, voilà-t-y pas qu’aussitôt lancé ce « remaster » du triptyque, je replonge aussi sec dans ce monde stupéfiant et fascinant de space opera épique, drôle, dramatique, furieux, émouvant… sidéral et sidérant ! je croyais les connaître par coeur ces trois jeux et pourtant, je redécouvre encore des choses, car la mémoire est sélective et contrairement à un Drell, on ne se souvient pas de tout…!

    Evidemment, la belle couche de peinture a redonné une seconde jeunesse à cette épopée (avec tous les DLC ici) et si le Bioware d’aujourd’hui est devenu l’ombre d’antan, égaré désormais dans des merdes comme « Anthem », les artistes et les programmeurs qui se sont occupé de cette édition légendaire n’ont pas ménagé leurs efforts : c’est magnifique et ça tourne comme un rêve en 4K/60 sur Series X. Puisse ce retour vers ce passé glorieux leur redonner le talent qu’avait ce studio à l’éqoque (révolue) de l’exceptionnelle saga !

    Quelques modifications de détails ont été apportées ici et là (en dehors des graphismes) afin de rendre le premier ME moins rigide (ça chauffe moins du côté des armes par exemple). Néanmoins, l’identité des trois jeux reste inchangée : ils sont à la fois très semblables et… sensiblement différents. Ce remaster n’est certainement pas un « remake » et on n’en voudrait pas de toute façon !

    Le combat à pause tactique est de plus en plus raffiné, d’épisode en épisode, de plus en plus spectaculaire ; la musique devient plus personnelle et surtout les conséquences de nos actes se répercutent d’un Mass Effect à l’autre ! c’est tout à fait unique et toujours inégalé à ce jour.

    On a donc ici l’expérience originale, fabuleuse et intacte de ces aventures palpitantes, si bien écrites qu’on se rend compte à quel point une telle expérience est rare dans le petit monde des grands jeux de rôle et tout cela, sans verser dans le moindre monde ouvert inutilement trop grand. Il en résulte ici une densité, une mise en scène, une épaisseur des plus appréciables.

    Cependant, en ce qui concerne Mass Effect 3, un léger souci demeure, hélas… il s’agit de sa fin, la toute fin elle-même qui clôt de façon clairement décevante toute la trilogie… pourquoi avoir fait si alambiqué alors que la simplicité des fins des deux premiers ME s’imposait d’elle-même ? une fin décevante et une conclusion maladroite (ou plutôt des conclusions maladroites…) mais le reste du jeu et des deux jeux précédents (et d’un paquet de DLC) sont si exceptionnels qu’on passe l’éponge : la vraie fin si je puis dire, ce sera le DLC Citadelle, car c’est ainsi dont on veut se souvenir de Mass Effect 3.

    Les Mass Effect restent en tout cas inoubliables, non seulement par leur narration et leur univers mais également par leurs personnages excellement écrits, car les ME sont décidément des chef-d’oeuvres à part (en dehors de la fin de ME3), une déclaration d’amour à la science-fiction toute entière et au genre du jeu de rôle en particulier. Cette édition légendaire porte bien son nom, un vrai testament !    … Expand
  53. Swat7
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
    amazing trilogy for amazing price. get all the dlc and all the games in one game. the new graphics are welcome sight even more for ME1 which is my favorite out of all 3. i dont think they need to change anything the gameplay is perfect for this type of game
  54. 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
  55. AWESOM-0
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Greatest. Series. Ever. Unpopular option but I liked the ending, wasn’t perfect but it was good. The series has always been about tough choices where there sometimes isn’t a right answer, and you won’t know how it turns out. The ambiguity is a very cinematic experience which draws you to find your own conclusions which is a very cinematic thing to do. If this ended like a Star Wars movieGreatest. Series. Ever. Unpopular option but I liked the ending, wasn’t perfect but it was good. The series has always been about tough choices where there sometimes isn’t a right answer, and you won’t know how it turns out. The ambiguity is a very cinematic experience which draws you to find your own conclusions which is a very cinematic thing to do. If this ended like a Star Wars movie where they get medals and have a big celebration I would have been extremely disappointed. The only way that you can say that the endings were all the same is if you only have the visuals. Context is everything and the world left behind is going to be very different, you just have go with what is implied and use your imagination.… Expand
  56. MrBushidoN7
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    Fantastic remaster I've played every game in the series and this remaster is gorgeous everything has been touched up to a beautiful shine if you haven't played Mass Effect before idk what your doing with your life as a gamer
  57. swquotes
    May 16, 2021
    10
    UPD. We have patch!! Thanks to EA and Bioware! Now, finally, I can play in the best videogame ever

    Russian players have the worst dubbing in video game history. Please add the ability to play in the original ENG voice acting with RUS subtitles
  58. irai16
    Jun 22, 2022
    10
    Yes, the ending is not the best, but the rest of this trilogy is so good that I can easily overlook that. I am so glad I finally had the chance to play the legendary Mass Effect games with this well-made remaster, and ME2 and ME3 in particular are now among my favorite games ever. The story, characters, and cinematic gameplay are simply unparalleled in the RPG genre, and I would highlyYes, the ending is not the best, but the rest of this trilogy is so good that I can easily overlook that. I am so glad I finally had the chance to play the legendary Mass Effect games with this well-made remaster, and ME2 and ME3 in particular are now among my favorite games ever. The story, characters, and cinematic gameplay are simply unparalleled in the RPG genre, and I would highly recommend the trilogy to everyone.… Expand
  59. ehtaco
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Helluva package here. Three legendary games, including one of the best games ever made arguably.
  60. Bloodyknukelz
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    It was so fun goin back in time to play this. First one will be bare bones and kinda slow and wonky but fun. 2 picks it up a tad still a bit wonky. 3 is fantastic! The story for all 3 is amazing!
  61. Dany8
    Mar 12, 2022
    9
    Es un juegazo, excelentes texturas, calidad, 3 juegos en una sola compra. Me encanta el trabajo realizado
  62. Art2020
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    One of the greatest science trilogies ever made. You can't hesitate on this one, just BUY!!
  63. ThisGuy1
    May 26, 2021
    8
    On the whole, very enjoyable to jump back into the series with most of the DLC included. After looking at the user reviews, there are some fair and unfair criticisms. In my opinion, unless a remaster is a substantial improvement in gameplay (like RE2 and debatably RE3), no remastered game deserves any higher than an 8. On that note, I'm fine maxing this one out at an 8 simply because ofOn the whole, very enjoyable to jump back into the series with most of the DLC included. After looking at the user reviews, there are some fair and unfair criticisms. In my opinion, unless a remaster is a substantial improvement in gameplay (like RE2 and debatably RE3), no remastered game deserves any higher than an 8. On that note, I'm fine maxing this one out at an 8 simply because of how much I love the story of these games.

    I can't speak about the non-english dubbing/dialogue options. In my opinion, that seems to be a fairly valid complaint if it truly makes the game unplayable.

    For people complaining about this game costing the same as a brand new game, you guys and gals realize this is three games in one, right? Even if I purchased the backwards compatible versions of all three games with all DLC, I'd probably spend a similar amount of money if not more. That's pretty nit-picky and borderline invalid to me.

    For people complaining about the lack of improvements outside of ME1, there is some validity to that but I think the graphics and gameplay were well enough in ME2 and ME3 when they initially released to where lack of significant improvements really doesn't turn me off to the remaster. Now... If EA/Bioware ever remaster Dragon Age Origins and/or Dragon Age 2 (which I hope they do), they definitely need to upgrade gameplay and graphics.

    My only true complaint about the game is related to material gathering. For ME1, the difference between a drivable surface and non-drivable surface is frustrating and can needlessly add 10-15 minutes to planet exploration. For ME2, they should've restructured or even redone material gathering/planet probing. The amount of time spent probing planets and spending time flying back-and-forth between a fuel station to buy more probes is probably comparable to actual play time. I'd imagine reducing probe locations while increasing materials gathered per probe launch would've been a fairly easy solution.

    All-in-all, I'm happy with my purchase and look forward to getting a few playthroughs in.    … Expand
  64. Slckaer
    Jan 10, 2022
    8
    First time that I've played Mass Effect. I only finished ME1 and I think it was a fun game to play. Some parts were a bit frustrating but I had to level my characters and my squad and equip better gear. After that it was pew pew pew :P
  65. Cglalmeida
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Legenda pt br é coisa de bundão. Vai estudar. Aprende um pouco custa nada ser inteligente só vai lhe trazer benefício.
  66. ZennorWhyte
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    While It’s a nice remaster for a decent price I fell like they could have done more with the lingering problems from the originals and done an even better job with the graphical upgrades but the game itself is stills one of the best video game story’s ever made.
    Oh and looses a point for censoring
  67. RavenCore
    May 18, 2021
    10
    Loved the Mass Effect Trilogy when it first came out and now it's in 4k, Quick load time's, no bugs and with added Photo Mode it's a perfect 10 from me.
  68. Loganrun
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Put wether this is the best way to play these games or not aside I say buy this. It’s got three game in it that when combined together create one of my favorite games of all time. It’s got a great story and characters that you will love. It’s got fun cover shooter combat. And it’s a package that I’d recommend to anyone so they can experience the greatest that is the mass effect trilogy.
  69. Niclau
    May 29, 2021
    10
    Absolutely fantastic package with a gorgeous remaster of the first game. A must play for RPG fans!
  70. ProfessorLord
    Jun 6, 2021
    9
    Игра классная, если вы до этого не играли в данный шедевр, то смело покупайте трилогию игры Mass Effect. -1 бал за цену где ремастер не много не дотягивает до лучшего качества.
  71. EdgeJr360
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece, iconic game that looks twice as beautiful now even with the classic EA bugs
  72. RatchetClank111
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    This is great value, as you get three games with each of 20-25hrs of gametime, and if you have gamepass it makes it even better. This was a series i've heard about but never played until just now, and man I wished I did so when it first came out. The individual games I'll give probably different scores than 10/10, but the value for this is too dang good.

    ME1: Very solid game, but clunky    This is great value, as you get three games with each of 20-25hrs of gametime, and if you have gamepass it makes it even better. This was a series i've heard about but never played until just now, and man I wished I did so when it first came out. The individual games I'll give probably different scores than 10/10, but the value for this is too dang good.

    ME1: Very solid game, but clunky at times with the combat, the interface/menu screens, the Mako is way overused and is so boring. They did do updates to this game to try to make up for some of it's flaws, but this game did not hold up as well as the other two games. However, I still think this game is very solid experience and one could argue it's the best story of the three games, and it does give you the sense of exploration and lore, and the story is very good, with great villains as well. I would give this game a grade of 8/10

    ME2: This is probably the most highly regarded game of the three. Major improvements from the first game, and best part is all the different companions that you have. The first game has good core companions,, but they aren't the most likable at the start and get better in the second or third game. They did away with the mako, although the dlc with the hammerhead or whatev. that vehicle was called was just as boring. I do like most of the companions in the second game, and I think most will have their favorites. I like the story of the second game, although one of the DLCs, I think it's the arrival, I played that midway through the game and was odd, until I learned that's the DLC meant for afterstory of the main game to tie in the third game. Also the paragon and renegade options lead to some funny moments and much improved from the first game, as the first game it wasn't really clear what that was being new to the series. I would give this game a grade of 10/10

    ME3: This game is where I think it's not as well done. I did read that this game was rushed and you can tell it was. First of all, I don't know why they decided to have less companions, and you're really screwed if you lose two of the sidekicks in the second game. So that means you're down to five companions, and then of those one of them are DLC, which honestly you can miss that character easily. This was something I didn't like, as you can visit some of the companions from the last game, or maybe they team up with you for one quest, but it's a downgrade from the second game. Also, I did not like EDI as a companion at all and what they did to her character. The story is very hit or miss. I didn't like the ending, and honestly the last hour of the story just drags on too long, and the combat although is fine, some of the quests are just boring and going against cerberus had lead to some glitches and just really boring fights as a whole, especially against kai leng, which has some of the worst boss fights ever.. I would give this game a grade of 7/10

    Overall, I enjoyed this series, hopefully they make a forth game of the main series
    So overall,    … Expand
  73. TheBOMBX
    Jun 22, 2021
    10
    I played this game years ago and it was a very good game and I will gonna buy it NOSTALGIA
  74. Zingapu
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Worth replaying, with better graphics. Still one of the best games ever made. Great)
  75. B00tador
    Dec 5, 2021
    9
    It's a great trilogy and it's a great remaster. Ignore the criticism of 3, you'll have a great time.
  76. Burrowski
    Dec 27, 2021
    9
    A fantastic upgrade on the originals, a well polished upscale. It was a joy to jump back in and play through the entire trilogy. I would have liked them to update the first game to the same UI and hud as the rest of the trilogy however I understand why bioware wanted stay faithful.

    Highly recommend for all new players and veterans alike!
  77. Jamestupins
    Feb 7, 2022
    9
    The remaster is ridiculously good, I think it is important to look at this as separated games cause that is what they are and one is very different from the other. Mass effect 1: Great effort but the game and gameplay still feels old. I know it is not easy job to remaster such an old game and to try it to make it look like a last generation game but I think they could have done more. 80%The remaster is ridiculously good, I think it is important to look at this as separated games cause that is what they are and one is very different from the other. Mass effect 1: Great effort but the game and gameplay still feels old. I know it is not easy job to remaster such an old game and to try it to make it look like a last generation game but I think they could have done more. 80% of locations looks like empty spaces with random simple furniture spread around. Combat feels old as well movement is clunky and could have been improved a lot. Cutscenes are tremendous and the final mission is just great. Mass affect 2: Tremendous remaster and great CGI. Audio improvements adds a lot to the experience. Best ending in a videogame in IMO. Never played any of the DLCs and got to play all of them for the first time. Shadow broker and the Batarian asteroid mission was incredible, I felt like playing a new game again for a while. Graphic and audio improvements are astonishing and I felt that I was actually playing a last gen Game at some point.

    Mass effect 3: Haven't finished yet but I am 10 hours deep and I am just enamoured by every single aspect of it. Again haven't played the DLCs before and I've just scratched the surface of some of them and I it feels like playing a totally new game. Omega invasion is particularly huge, and amazing, new lore, new squad members and awesome CGI sequences that kept me in the edge of my seat. Combat on mass effect 3 is a good as I remembered, It feel like I am playing gears of war but on drugs, which feels as good as it sounds. In conclusion, if you are some one who played only the main game a lot of years ago, I would suggest you to skip the first game and go straight to ME2 and 3. DLCs will make you think you are actually playing a new installment of the franchise, which is refreshing since it's seems like there is still a long wait until ME4 gets released.    … Expand
  78. SamM2104
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    Just finished the first game and although some parts still show their age, it was an astonishing adventure full of actually meaningful choices- unlike many other games that try something similar.
  79. Kaysymmetry
    May 21, 2023
    9
    My only real complaint is the not including the ME3 multi-player. Other than that, fantastic.
  80. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    An excellent collection of the Mass Effect Trilogy. Some of Bioware's finest.

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 30 Critic Reviews

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  1. RPGamer
    Jul 19, 2021
    80
    While not perfect, especially when it comes to combat in Mass Effect 2, Mass Effect Legendary Edition is still a gem. Most of the changes were put into Mass Effect 1, and the effort made it far more replayable than the original. Mass Effect 3 holds up the best of the three, proving that regardless of the controversial ending, it is still one of the best gaming experiences BioWare has made to date. Mass Effect 2 could’ve done with some more tweaking to bring it up to 3’s combat. Legendary Edition gives hope for the future of the franchise.
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  2. IGN
    Jun 30, 2021
    90
    Mass Effect 2's Legendary Edition upgrades the graphics to near-modern standards and lets us immerse ourselves in the best game in BioWare's epic RPG trilogy all over again.
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  3. IGN Portugal
    Jun 29, 2021
    90
    Mass Effect Legendary Edition is the best way to experience one of the most memorable trilogies in video game history. The remake doesn't just capitalizes on the nostalgia of an entire generation of gamers – it keeps the original experience intact while modernizing it, opening the door to a whole new legion of fans who have here the greatest example of Bioware's magic.
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