Mass Effect 3

Vervain · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 9:09 pm�� Post subject: Mass Effect 3

Well, I trawled the forums but couldn't seem to find a thread about Mass Effect 3 on here.

Basically, beyond the whole discussion of the game and all that, I've made this thread so I can pass on the news that the Mass Effect 3 N7 Edition is now available for preorder at JB Hi-Fi and EB Games. It's retailing for $129.95 on 360 and PS3 and $109.95 on PC.

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Jarrod · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 10:54 pm�� Post subject:

Better graphics, better controls, and $20 cheaper.

EDIT: Also James Vega looks like a fucking twat. Fucking hell BioWare. "WAIT THIS GAMING IS MISSING SOMETHING OH I KNOW IT NEEDS MORE BRO. OF THE DUDE VARIETY".
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Vervain · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 10:58 pm�� Post subject:

I'm actually waiting for the first two games to go hit the daily sales pages on Steam. I'm planning on carrying through characters on those, hitting up the 360 version on launch to finish off my current Sheppard and then get the PC version later on and finish a trilogy playthrough for PC.

The look of those tactical controls are just too much for me to ignore the PC versions, but I also want to complete my Sheppard's journey.
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matt30822 · Status: Offline Joined: 23 Mar 2010 Posts: 156 $poons: 8.80

Here is an image showing the alt appearance for Kaiden and Ash from the LTD edition as well.

http://i1093.photobucket.com/albums/i428/EagleEyeTZ/ZWAME/Mass%20Effect%203/me3_ce_alt_costumes_1920-1.jpg

Also of note - apparently all the character models are still apparently concepts - particularly Vega and all the image is meant to show you is the designs of the costumes, rather then the characters.

Finally, facepalm at flight attendant Ash costume...

Vervain · Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2011 11:30 pm�� Post subject:

Well, I just read a little bit of interesting news. I'll spoiler mark it for people who are on media blackouts:

Anthony · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 12:03 am�� Post subject:

I highly recommend following the twitter feeds of the developers. So far, they have provided a heap of information and given details about improvements to the game.

Also, BioWare are saying that the idea of a squad mate (ie recruitable NPC) will be very different in ME3.
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Zhou · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 12:12 am�� Post subject:

Got pretty far in ME2, probably at home stretch now to finishing but I think I burnt myself out from playing nothing BUT me2 over a two week period. Need to try and finish it so I can carry over Shepard

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Vervain · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 4:50 am�� Post subject:

Luketheman5 · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 8:33 pm�� Post subject:

Pretty much what I just did, beat ME2 for the first time on PS3 and got a perfect paragon Shepard. Can't wait for me3 but as usual, I'll give the collectors edition a miss.
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Island_Wolf · Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 8:58 pm�� Post subject:

Waiting for the news of the launch party... wouldn't mind going again to get the Collector's Ed and then turn up to work afterwards.

Also, I need to go finish all the other Mass Effect novels (finished the first book), the bookstore near work didn't have any and Borders no longer will accept my gift card I think and the nearest one isn't near, so importy time!
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Anthony · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 12:47 am�� Post subject:

The books, while nothing really special, are still a good read, and go a fair way in establishing the whole Mass Effect universe (I think they can be found for about $10 each on Book Depository).

The fourth book will be out in January, and will act as a prologue to ME3. Unlike the first three, which were written by ME lead writer Drew Karpyshyn, the fourth will be penned by veteran sci-fi author William C. Dietz.
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Vervain · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 1:00 am�� Post subject:

Zhou · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 1:47 am�� Post subject:

Cro · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 12:10 pm�� Post subject:

This is probably the only series I would buy a CE for, but I wouldn't pre-order it 8 months in advance.

A lot of great games coming out this year, but I'd give them all up to have ME3 in my hands right now.
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mrpookles · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 4:47 pm�� Post subject:

I pre-ordered the CE yesterday. Can't help but think Bioware are missing out by not releasing a ridiculous $200+ version. I'd monster it.

Benza · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 4:55 pm�� Post subject:

Jarrod · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 5:19 pm�� Post subject:

The books are okay. Good fun. Dont expect A-grade literature, just expect fun sci-fi slosh and you'll get it. Lots of sci-fi literature tropes, and the occasional stupid crap (Kahlee Sanders is a text book Mary Sue. Pun intended). They're good 'expanded universe' stuff that big Mass Effect fans should love.

ME: Revelation is the game relevant of the series, as it is literally a prologue to both Anderson and Sarens characters. Both characters reference the events of the book in the game, so its worth a read. Its probably my favourite of the three.

Ascension is decent. It follows characters introduced in Revelation, and kind of establishes the books as having their own plot arc. Less game related than Revelation, but still introduces some characters and stuff that was in ME2. Its the point where Kahlee becomes a dislikable Mary Sue, which doesn't help as she's the protagonist, but the story is still fun.

Retribution is okay. It shits on the canon for no good reason, but otherwise has a solid story arc that introduces characters and events that will likely influence Mass Effect 3. Its very much a direct sequel to Ascension, and follows the same characters.

Deception looks to continue the story of a character from Ascension and Retirbution, which is cool. Not sure how good it will be considering the writer switch, but Im sure it will be pulpy fun.

The comics range from pretty bad to awful. Both series (and the two mini comics) are the worst written content in the entire game universe. Redemption is...passable I guess if you're a Mass Effect fan. Evolution is flat out terrible on every single front and should be avoided at all costs, unless you're desperate for more Mass Effect. I wasn't part of all the hate Walters got for his work on ME2, but Evolution made me despise his writing. Its absolutely dreadful and handles the canon in the worst way possible, going out of its way to ruin stuff that was already established. I like to pretend it doesn't exist.
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Benza · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 5:23 pm�� Post subject:

oh jeez did evolution get worse? I got like half way through the second issue and gave up? Did they actually explain the turian husks?
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Jarrod · Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 5:29 pm�� Post subject:

Head over to the Mass Effect wiki and read the summaries for the scoop. Evolution reads like the worst of fan fictions, adding nothing to the universe or lore, and doing everything it can to make a mess of what was established.
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Anthony · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 4:22 pm�� Post subject:

New comic series announced, Mac Walters writing again - http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=33181 (see half way down the page).

The cover gives a taste of what to expect:

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Jarrod · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 4:40 pm�� Post subject:

Joseph · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 10:53 pm�� Post subject:

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Jarrod · Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2011 5:40 am�� Post subject:

Random point to note, Christina Norman doesn't work at BioWare anymore. From memory she was a programmer or level designer on the first Mass Effect, and was upped to lead game designer on Mass Effect 2 and (as far as we're aware) 3.
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Nietzsche · Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2011 8:51 pm�� Post subject:

Thanks for the info Jarrod. Sounds like she got picked up somewhere.

Jarrod · Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2011 8:55 pm�� Post subject:

I'm not sure where she's working, but I'm pretty sure its in the field of mobile/social games, something she's been a big fan of for awhile.
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