The Mass Effect trilogy merged a sci fi space adventure with RPG gameplay.
Welcome to the Skilled channel and today we're speculating about Mass Effect Andromeda.
The sci-fi series was the most realized space saga since the Star Wars movies.
And Mass Effect captured us in a very intense way.
The trilogy was an iconic franchise and with Mass Effect Andromeda coming soon we hope
developer BioWare will be able to perfect its series even further.
Most of these are hopes & dreams, they haven't been confirmed yet.
But here are the 10 things we want to see in Mass Effect Andromeda.
Customizable Mako The Mako was an awesome land roving vehicle
that Commander Shepard used in Mass Effect, although its use within the title was love-hate
for many fans.
The general consensus is that the Mako itself was cool, but its use in boring mining missions
was not.
So you can consider interested about the fact that the Mako will make its return in Mass
Effect Andromeda.
And this time we're hoping to have more customizable looks and functions within the Mako.
The potential to be used within story missions cannot be overlooked.
Bigger Galaxy Most of us can probably remember being impressed
by the size of the galaxy in the first three Mass Effect games, but since then the gaming
industry has moved on and maps are now truly massive in open world games.
Exploration is exactly what we want in a game that takes place in space.
We became so accustomed to being funneled down interior corridors, but there is a lot
of potential to expand the game world.
Mass Effect Andromeda is going to follow that trend and some reports even suggest that BioWare
will opt for an open world, which would be a series first.
The more likely scenario is a semi-open galaxy to explore that has linear missions, but either
way it seems that Mass Effect Andromeda will be massive.
Graphics Mass Effect is known for its cinematic scope
and cut scenes that have always been impressive.
We are hoping the company will up the ante for Mass Effect Andromeda and it looks as
though we will not be disappointed.
Chris Wynn, Senior Development Director for the game said:
�The amount of detail on the characters is insane.� The general vibe out of BioWare
is that Mass Effect Andromeda will be the best looking game the studio has ever made
and the company is throwing out the superlatives to make that point.
Seeing how EA has been perfecting their latest Frostbite engine and adapting it to games
such as Battlefront and Mirror's Edge Catalyst, we'd love to see how far they can push the
limits in Mass Effect.
Soundtrack The Mass Effect trilogy had a highly original
soundtrack that managed to recall 1970s sci-fi nostalgia and couple it with a modern touch
that fit the futuristic galaxy perfectly.
Series composers Sam Hulick, David Kates, Jack Wall, and Jimmy Hinson are unlikely to
move too far away from what has worked in the past.
That means we expect and hope for the same blend of emotional pieces, ranging from brooding
to epic, truly a soundtrack worthy of any classic science fiction.
Strong companion characters Commander Shepard will not be the main lead
in this new game, but the franchise has always been as much about other characters as it
was Shepard.
The first three games were built on ensemble gameplay and story development was a collaborative
effort spread amongst some of the strongest companion characters ever created.
Mass Effect Andromeda will not break with this winning formula and once again BioWare
will make the races of the galaxy fully realized.
We're hoping to see familiar races like Krogans, Turians, and of course humans to make a comeback.
New characters need to be rich, have major roles to play in the story arc, become unforgettable.
That's the signature style of a BioWare game.
In-Depth Co-op When Mass Effect 3 landed with co-op, many
gamers were happy to see it included but wanted more.
With Andromeda, it is expected that BioWare will now go for something even better and
will deliver a truly memorable multiplayer experience.
In 2016, we need more dynamic multiplayer features.
This is the type of game that you want to explore with friends so there has to be more
integration with the campaign.
Nostalgia It is amazing to think that Mass Effect 3
was released in 2012, so by the time Andromeda arrives it will be four years since was had
our last taste of this classic gaming universe.
One of the most beloved series in gaming history, fans are relishing the chance to explore this
galaxy once more, and to take a journey with new characters in what will feel like a fresh
reboot.
No other title has blended action and true RPG gameplay so seamlessly, and in the process
BioWare created a cinematic story that fans just want to see more of.
We want to relive the feel of Mass Effect.
Fans are dying to see the old characters in some fashion whether it's a cameo or new characters
that are descendants of Commander Shepard and his crew.
Full Control The possibility of an open world means characters
will be able to go wherever they want and for the most part, whenever they want.
There is speculation that BioWare will adopt a galaxy map that will act like the war map
in Dragon Age Inquisition, allowing the player to fast travel.
Aside from openness, Mass Effect Andromeda will also bring back one of the most beloved
things from this franchise, full control over character development.
Do you want your protagonist to be a general good guy who always makes the right choice,
or do you want him to be a borderline psychotic who tears up the galaxy in a bad ass style?
Perhaps you want to cut a path between the two.
Whatever you decide you want from your character you will be able to create it through BioWare�s
now familiar emphasis on dialogue choice.
Story When you strip away the gameplay and memorable
set pieces from the original Mass Effect games you are left with one thing, a stellar story.
Mass Effect Andromeda will continue this rich storytelling, and we are interested to see
an entirely new saga.
Set in a new galaxy with a completely new cast of characters, it will be a fresh experience.
That means there will be new arcs to get excited about, new relationships to make and break,
and of course a brand new overall story.
A conclusive ending To many fans Mass Effect 3 was the best game
in the trilogy, marrying the strong RPG elements of the first installment with the combat heavy
gameplay of the second for a perfect blend.
There was one problem however, the ending of Mass Effect 3 was poor, and some fans hated
it while others just didn�t get it.
One thing the majority of gamers would love to see in Mass Effect Andromeda is a conclusive
ending that solidifies the new story.
Does this mean the story has to be closed?
No, but a genuine closing to a chapter without any major cliffhangers is a must.
Mass Effect: Andromeda has tons of potential and we hope it also has tons of fan service.
Bioware has a track record for providing good games and great sequels.
What features do you want to see in Mass Effect: Andromeda?
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