Mass Effect: Andromeda
Mar 21, 2017 9 years ago
A new adventure awaits in the Mass Effect universe. With stunning visuals and a new galaxy to discover, BioWare delivers the next generation of space exploration. Commander Shepard's story may be over, but there are many more stories to tell in the Mass Effect universe. Mass Effect Andromeda will be set in a new galaxy, with new characters, new quests and a whole load of new consequence-laden decisions to make. Mass Effect: Andromeda takes you to the Andromeda galaxy, far beyond the Milky Way. There, you'll lead our fight for a new home in hostile territory - where WE are the aliens. Play as the Pathfinder - a leader of a squad of military-trained explorers - with deep progression and customisation systems. This is the story of humanity’s next chapter, and your choices throughout the game will ultimately determine our survival in the Andromeda Galaxy. As you unfold the mysteries of the Andromeda Galaxy and the hope for humanity lies on your shoulders – You must ask yourself… How far will you go? Key Features: Return to the Mass Effect universe. Lead the first humans in Andromeda on a desperate search for our new home. In this new chapter of Mass Effect, meet and recruit all-new, interesting characters caught up in an epic space saga filled with mystery and galactic conflict. Fight for survival. Battle with your Pathfinder team against terrifying enemies and creatures. New additions like destructible environments, boosted jumps for added verticality, and all-new weapons and Biotics make combat more thrilling than ever. Build your hero. Create a formidable hero with amazing weapons, powers and tech. A much more flexible skill and weapon progression tree means you can replicate your play style to make you unstoppable against new, powerful alien enemies. Explore a new galaxy. Chart your own course in a dangerous new region. Unravel the mysteries of the Andromeda galaxy as you discover rich, alien worlds in the search for humanity’s new home.
What it’s like
Mass Effect: Andromeda reinvigorates the franchise’s core loop with a focus on visceral third-person shooter mechanics and expansive planetary exploration. The experience centers on leading a colonization effort in a hostile new galaxy, offering players significant freedom to customize their Pathfinder’s combat style through flexible skill trees and weapon loadouts. The atmosphere is defined by awe-inspiring alien landscapes and a sense of isolation, though the narrative often feels less nuanced than its predecessors, relying on familiar sci-fi tropes rather than complex moral ambiguity. Combat is energetic and fluid, enhanced by vertical movement options and destructible environments, providing a satisfying power fantasy. While the story delivers emotional beats and franchise connections, it lacks the intricate political depth of earlier entries. The game shines in its exploration and mechanical polish (post-launch), rewarding players who enjoy methodical world discovery and tactical combat over heavy role-playing consequences or dialogue-heavy social simulation.
Strong in Exploration / WorldAtmosphere / MoodCombatGameplay / MechanicsProgression / ReplayabilityVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The narrative is widely considered weaker than previous trilogy entries, with less impactful choices and shallower political intrigue. · Initial launch was plagued by technical issues and animation glitches; while improved, the game still lacks the seamless polish of modern AAA titles.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, ign.com, metacritic.com, gamespot.com, pcmag.com, gamerant.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 21, 20179 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 21, 20179 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 21, 20179 years ago |
