Set in a distant future, the game world seems to resemble a comfortable cross between Star Wars and Star Trek, and as usual, BioWare are making sure Mass Effect's universe will be coherent and believable. Plot wise, the game is about the discovery of an alien that could destroy all organic life in the universe. You play as an intergalactic cop called Shepard (we're not sure if his real name is 'Book' yet), and will investigate this menace, meeting many interesting people and uncovering secrets along the way, and probably telling them he ain't coming back.
Unfortunately, there has yet to be a release date, erm, released for Mass Effect, and the game may still be some way off. Given the amount of detail that can go into a next generation game if the developers really care about a product (as BioWare do), then extended development cycles may be something we'll have to get used to. We'll keep you updated if there's any news in the meantime!
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