Briefly: a re-release of the legendary space trilogy about Captain Shepard and his crew
Year of release: 2021
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: BioWare
Genre: third-person action-RPG
Game Mode: Single-player
Approximate duration: 60 hours for the main story and 145 for the entire trilogy
In the distant future, mankind has mastered interstellar travel and discovered that the universe is inhabited by other intelligent beings. Among them are warlike Krogan, disciplined Turians, mysterious Azari and many other races with their own traditions and laws.
The main character, the senior mate of the ship “Normandy” Shepard, is sent to the planet Eden Prime – there suddenly interrupted communication with the colony. But a simple reconnaissance mission turns into a battle with the Reapers – ancient machines determined to wipe out all organic life forms from the face of the galaxy.
The war will unfold over the course of three installments. Shepard will not only fight, but also negotiate, unravel intrigues and gather allies. His team will include soldiers, criminals, scientists and even those who are responsible for the destruction of entire civilizations.
Why it’s worth playing
For newcomers, Mass Effect Legendary Edition is the perfect entry point into the series, and for veterans, it’s an excuse to relive the iconic story. The re-release includes all add-ons, including key story episodes and missions with new characters.
The franchise offers the best space adventure in the gaming industry. The first installment captivates with a Star Trek atmosphere where exploration goes hand in hand with diplomacy and action. The second turns the game into a tense action movie with preparations for a suicide mission. And the third plunges into a full-scale war that engulfs Earth and other worlds.
But most importantly, you are the one writing the story. Your decisions will change the fate of entire civilizations. Is it worth forgiving a race that once nearly destroyed the galaxy? Is it possible to reconcile enemies who have fought for centuries? How to preserve love in the midst of war? The answers to these questions will make each playthrough unique and will make you think until the final credits.
