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Weekend Deals - November 7/8, 2009
Original at bhgamer (WordPress)
• 10 hours ago
By Andrew Smith Play-Asia: Turning Point: Fall of Liberty (Xbox 360) – $14.90 ($35 off). Works internationally. Steam Weekend Deal: Mass Effect – $9.99 (50% off) Mass Effect is $10 this weekend. This is all you need to know, really. Buy it, and buy it now, becau
Review: Dragon Age: Origins
Original at Eurogamer
• 21 hours ago
You can debate whether the extra time taken to adapt KOTOR, Jade Empire and Mass Effect to PC was cover for exclusivity arrangements with Microsoft or genuine format-specific perfectionism, but the end result has been the same each time. The company's long-standing, PC-gaming faithfu...
Mass Effect 2 Collectors Edition Announced
Original at xxgamerzhavenxx (WordPress)
• Thu, Nov 5
By xxg3n0c1d3xx Well if you wanna get the Collectors Edition the price will run at $69.99. Mass Effect 2 will hit stores January 26th on Xbox360 and PC platforms. Bioware and EA announced today that Mass Effect 2 the highly anticipated game of 2010 will be hittin
News: Mass Effect 2 Collector's Ed detailed
Original at Eurogamer
• Thu, Nov 5
DVD! Art! In-game treats! Tin! EA has unveiled the Collector's Edition of Mass Effect 2, which arrives in Europe on 29th January 2010. The premium steel case edition will cost $70 on Xbox 360 (probably £55) and $60 on PC (probably £45).
Opinion: Dragon Age: It isn't Mass Effect
Original at 7one180 (WordPress)
• Wed, Nov 4
By Josh Derocher Mass Effect isn’t a true, die-hard RPG. It is an action game with elements of a shooter and an RPG in it. Don’t take it the wrong way I love Mass Effect, it just wasn’t the 60 hour-long, incredibly detailed and customisable experience that I want from an RPG. Mass Effect was a “My first RPG’ experi...
News: Significant DLC plans for Mass Effect 2?
Original at Eurogamer
• Tue, Nov 3
Destructoid has got its hands on something called a "Microsoft Expert Zone quiz", a tool that briefs retailers about information on the games they sell, and it lists some interesting Xbox Live features for the upcoming sci-fi RPG.
Review: Dragon Age: Origins
Original at Eurogamer
• Mon, Nov 2
But where, in its traditional form, is the role-playing game? The genre's biggest recent hits are the futuristic action crossovers Fallout 3 and Mass Effect, and online scion World of Warcraft. In Japan, Monster Hunter's weird sub-genre of handheld multiplayer grinding has swept asid...
Overdue Review: Mass Effect
Original at tiamatini.com
• Sun, Nov 1
By Tiamatini So, to summarise the story, without giving too much away, you are an Alliance agent in the future (2183 if I remember correctly) and ultimately you have to save the known universe. The developing storyline is one of the best things about the game, so I don’t want to say too much, but essentia...
Mass Effect: First Thoughts
Original at duckduckdie (WordPress)
• Fri, Oct 23
By karmuno A friend of mine recently lent me his copy of Mass Effect, the science fiction action roleplaying game released by Bioware for the XBox 360 back in 2008. I’ve since clocked in around 8 hours on my first playthrough, not counting deaths and reloads, and I get the feeling I’m nearing the concl...
BioWare: Mass Effect 2 Only On Xbox 360 and PC
Original at Hq.Com
• Fri, Oct 16
By Posted by forahobby New listings on both Electronic Arts' Russian website and Australian retailer GAME had Mass Effect 2 coming to PlayStation 3. EA would eventually comment saying: "The postings on those website are false and are being corrected." 360-Hq Games Database: Mass Effect 2 for Xbox 360
Preview the Dark Horse Mass Effect comic
Original at blog.bioware.com
• Thu, Oct 15
By BioWare As a special treat, the fine folks at Dark Horse have given us a sneak peak at the first 7 pages of issue 1 of the Mass Effect comic. Check out the amazing art and get your first taste of the story that will be the Dark Horse Mass Effect comic.
Fanfic: Procedural
Original at Mass Effect Community
• Thu, Oct 8
By Khaman, but not really(theplotter@sbcglobal.net) I've taken a crack at getting a Mass Effect fanfic into gear, and hopefully a couple people enjoy the story I've gotten in mind and its eventual ultimate conclusion. I've got an end in mind and a middle to work through, and I hope it's at least no bore.
Review - Mass Effect
Original at leoworsdale (WordPress)
• Fri, Sep 11
By Leo Worsdale Game: Mass Effect Mass Effect is set in a distant future; mankind has become one of a number of alien species that live in a ‘galactic community’, as a species we are seeking a seat on the council and a representative on the Spectres, a special forces group that are looked to, to defend the gal...
Mass Effect Pinnacle Station Review
Original at themindofgame.com
• Wed, Sep 9
By thegame21x Due to my Mass Effect fandom, I bought the recently (and very, very quietly) released Pinnacle Station DLC without even thinking about it. Big mistake. So, I reviewed the content for Talk Xbox (my first review in months) and, in traditional fashion, here’s the first paragraph of said revie...
Review: Overlord II
Original at Dose.ca
• Thu, Aug 6
From Fable to Mass Effect, gamers are asked to choose between good and evil actions that ultimately impact the storyline and character development ... and more »
Full version of Mass Effect available on Xbox Live this August
Original at Examiner.com
• Sun, Aug 2
One of the first games of many to become available for the new games on-demand service will be BioWare's grand space-adventure game, Mass Effect. ...
Fanfiction - One Moment (MShep/Ashley)
Original at Mass Effect Community
• Fri, Jun 26
By awakening_night I hope this is allowed here, if not feel free to delete it. This is my first Mass Effect fanfiction, just an extention of a scene from the finale of the game, something I thought was missing for those who'd completed the romantic subplot. Title: One Moment Rating: G Pairing: MShep/Ashley
BioWare at E3, Day 1
Original at blog.bioware.com
• Tue, Jun 2
By BioWare Mass Effect 2 E3 Preview: Shepard Lives, Shepard Dies It is no longer be a spoiler to say that Commander Shepard, hero of Mass Effect, lives in Mass Effect 2. Despite the clever teaser, he is, again, the hero. Mass Effect 2 just keeps looking better Video Games Blogger
Mass Effect PC Patch Update
Original at Cinema Blend
• Tue, Apr 7
The patch is a collaboration between BioWare and Demiurge, the folks who ported the game to the PC. Mass Effect was released for the PC on May 28th and the way things are going, we could see the patch arrive around the one year anniversary.
Opinion: Mass Effect 2 Teaser Trailer HDOriginal at YouTube
• Mon, Feb 23
By rss@youtube.com (DJwipspeed) Keywords: Mass Effect Teaser Trailer HD F.E.A.R. Project Origin SP PC Demo Game Play Killzone review XFX play hard evga GTX ultra sexy 260 280 285 295 GTX295 bfg 790i sli gamer cgs event pro XXX hardcore i7 X58i overclock Part:1-3 xbox 360 720 Hack One of the best Top 20 my Gaming Rig Review PS3 Gra...
New patch for Mass Effect PC soon
Original at Play.tm
• Sun, Feb 1
UK BioWare today reveal that a brand new patch is on the way for the PC version of RPG hit Mass Effect. We're not sure what the patch will include, or when it'll be with us, but we're pleased to see EA and co supporting their title so long after launch. ... Mass Effect Patch OTW for PC Kotaku Australia
New Mass Effect PC Patch Announced
Original at Ve3d.com
• Sat, Jan 31
We have been watching the different Mass Effect PC forum communities and gathering your feedback on issues encountered while playing Mass Effect PC. Thank you all for taking the time to provide feedback to help us make Mass Effect PC a better game. ... New patch for Mass Effect PC soon Play.tm
MASS EFFECT - HOW TO - DEMORALIZE A GETH COLOSSUSOriginal at YouTube
• Mon, Jan 19
By rss@youtube.com (SplitScreenFilms) A step by step guide on dominating one of the most brutal enemies in Mass Effect Author: SplitScreenFilms Keywords: Geth Colossus Mass EFFECT 360 xbox rape Added: January 19, 2009
Fanfic, yesh?
Original at Mass Effect Community
• Mon, Dec 29
By High Time Title: Mass Effect: The Shores of Infinity Rating: T/PG-13, subject to change Genre: Adventure/Drama Vital Stats: Femshep, Paragon, War Hero, Earthborn, Shepard/Alenko Why you should bother reading this: Expanded back story, focus on tough choices.
How To: Frederic Sheppard and his Automatic ShotgunOriginal at YouTube
• Thu, Dec 4
By rss@youtube.com (ptfp111) A short video of my character from mass effect. Also includes tutorial on how to make shotgun that does't overheat and some clips of my favourite ship: The Normandy. Full copyright goes to microsoft and bioware and everyone else involved in making one of the best RPG's ever.
Fanfiction: Bearit's Video Blog - Update on Life and StuffOriginal at YouTube
• Mon, Nov 24
By rss@youtube.com (lebearit) 11/24/08 - in which I talk about more fanfic stuff, and show off my roommate's awesome home movie theater where I get to play awesome cool video games... like Mass Effect. :) Author: lebearit Keywords: fanfiction Added: November 24, 2008
Xbox 360 Game Mini-Review: Fable 2
Original at randomremarks (WordPress)
• Tue, Oct 28
By Charles Game Details Title: Fable 2 Publisher: Microsoft (Lionhead Games) Released (UK): 24/10/2008Typical Price (UK) : £40PEGI Rating: 16+Game Type: Action Role Playing GameOnline Multiplayer: Limited Co-opOne Sentence Review
Spectre fanfic
Original at Mass Effect Community
• Tue, Oct 14
By Venny Sheehan Summary: Garrus runs into more trouble than he bargains for during his first mission as a Spectre. He meets a bounty hunter on the trail of a krogan mercenary who plans to sell information about deep space to several crime organizations in the Terminus System.
Today in Joystiq: August 8, 2008
Original at Joystiq
• Fri, Aug 8
By Ross Miller EA dates Godfather 2 for February 2009 BioWare considering Mass Effect DS Bionic Commando Rearmed swings in next week; launching later on Euro PSN, $5 more on PC Carmack: Xbox 360 Rage 'a little blurry,' 'key scenes' same as PS3 See Call of Duty: World at War's co-op gameplay
Opinion: BioWare 'Talking About' More Mass Effect DLC
Original at Wired
• Fri, Aug 8
By Jean Snow BioWare may have some more downloadable content planned for Mass Effect, says the company's co-founder Greg Zeschuk. Mass Effect Expansion Lands on PC for FreeMass Effect PC Includes Serious Security MeasuresReview: Mass Effect Spins a Galaxy Full of Stories
Mass Effect 1.01a Patch
Original at YouGamers
• Fri, Aug 1
Keeping busy this week, BioWare has released a small hotfix (1.01a) for their hit Sci-fi RPG, Mass Effect. This update addresses a crashing issue that popped up in the recent v1.01 patch. You can either grab the hotfix right here or ...
Patch: Mass Effect DLC released on PC
Original at Eurogamer
• Wed, Jul 30
UK - Jul 30, 2008 The PC version of Mass Effect mission pack Bring Down the Sky is now available to download. This is completely free for those punching keys and wiggling ...
Mass Effect patch and DLC released
Original at Fragland.net
• Tue, Jul 29
Belgium - Bioware has finally released a first patch for the PC version of the sci-fi RPG Mass Effect. The promised DLC content Bring Down the Sky is also available ...
BioWare Releases Mass Effect v1.01 Patch for PC
Original at Gaming Today
• Tue, Jul 29
TX - Jul 29, 2008 BioWare has released a patch for the PC edition of the Mass Effect bringing the game up to version 1.01, which fixes a lot of issues. ...
Mass Effect PC Patch and DLC Released
Original at Action Trip
• Tue, Jul 29
• 4 related articles
BioWare just released a patch, updating the PC edition of the RPG Mass Effect to version 1.01. Get the 34MB patch for Mass Effect PC here. Here's what's new: Update 1.
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Mass Effect DRM limited to 3 activations, uninstalls don’t give refunds
Original at Geek.com
• Thu, Jun 19
By Matthew Reports are coming in from angry PC gamers that Mass Effect is limited to just 3 activations before you can no longer play. Even worse than that, uninstalling the game doesn’t give you an activation back. Unfortunately, you will not gain an activation by uninstalling the game.
How To: Korgan Battle Master Armor for Shepard
Original at Mass Effect News, Walkthrough, and Screenshots
• Tue, Jun 17
By Leonidas After browsing the Mass Effect Forums, I came across a post that shows you how to get the awesome looking Spectre Status Armor on Shepard. This is a game glitch so follow the directions carefully: 1. Change Wrex into a different armor. ...
Podcast: PCGP Episode #134: Hotness
Original at PC Gamer Podcast
• Thu, May 29
By Andy B. After being absent last week there are many great discussions to be had! In fact, the PC Gamer crew has those discussions which include -Mass Effect, sci-fi story bliss? -Age of Conan, the hottest selling PC game? -Future pirate proofing -ESA dropouts and all kinds of stuff guaranteed to...
Podcast: PCGP Episode #132: Check In
Original at PC Gamer Podcast
• Thu, May 8
By Andy B. PC Gamer responds! The new website and community concerns are discussed. If you thought those issues were cause for concern, have you heard about the DRM being used on Mass Effect? Those topics and more including a quick trip to the Master PC Theatre. Art-house indeed. Thoughts? Call the [...]
Opinion: Mass Effect PC Includes Serious Security Measures
Original at Wired
• Wed, May 7
By Susan Arendt Image courtesy BioWare Copy Protection/Activation [Mass Effect Forums, via The Angry Pixel] BioShock Backlash: Widescreen Issues, Exploding Computers2K Loosens Restrictions on BioShock DRMReview: Mass Effect Spins a Galaxy Full of Stories
EA Uses Mass Effect to Promote Dead Space
Original at Wired
• Tue, Apr 29
By Susan Arendt Electronic Arts doesn't want you getting so caught up in your copy of Mass Effect for PC that you forget all about upcoming survival-horror-in-space title Dead Space, so it's throwing a few reminders your way. If you pre-order Mass Effect...
How To: Mass Effect PC requires 'processor,' 'memory' and 'video card'
Original at Joystiq
• Wed, Apr 16
By Ludwig Kietzmann Filed under: PC, Microsoft Xbox 360, RPGs. While scouring the Mass Effect forums for a guide on how to place our girl, Beyoncé, into BioWare's space epic (found one!), we stumbled across the "system requirements" of the PC version. ...
Mass Effect to Land on PC in May 2008
Original at TechWhack
• Tue, Feb 12
By Sukhdeep Award-Winning Epic Will Be Published By EA Leading video game developer, BioWare™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) company, has announced that the award-winning space epic Mass Effect™ will be released for the PC in May 2008. Published by EA and re-designed for the PC, Mass Effect...
Podcast: 'Xbox is crack for kids,' declares Times columnist
Original at Joystiq
• Tue, Jan 22
By Ludwig Kietzmann SPONSORED BY: Age of Empires III - Real-Time Strategy Game Control a European power on a quest to colonize and conquer the New World. AOE3 introduces new gameplay elements, as well as new civilizations, units, and technologies. http://www.ageofempires3.com/
Podcast: Xbox 360 Fancast 048 -- Holidazzle
Original at Xbox 360 Fanboy
• Tue, Dec 25
By Richard Mitchell C&C Tiberium FPS announced Over half of 360 owners purchased Halo 3 Duke Nukem Forever teaser trailer Sensible Soccer's interesting release Rock Band Community site GTAIV dated April 25 for UK Xbox 1 games show up on Gamercards Mass Effect headed to PS3?
Mass Effect Review
Original at Keen and Graev's Gaming
• Sat, Dec 1
By Graev Finally Mass Effect is here. Actually, it got here quite a few days ago but I wanted to hold up on the review until I had actually finished the game. So how does BioWare’s latest romp fair on Graev’s scale? Read on to find out. Mass Effect is a Sci-Fi role-playing game with [...]
Mass Effect Extended Impressions...OK, Review [Reviews]
Original at Kotaku
• Mon, Nov 19
By Mark Wilson By the time this article hits, most major review sites will have already dissected Bioware's latest creation, Mass Effect. I have no clue how it will be received—not that the game isn't great, which I'll explore in a moment—but whether or not reviewers will find too many small bugs, from te...
How To: Xbox.com | Mass Effect™ - Intergalactic Guide to Success as a Spectre
Original at Xbox.com Games
• Sun, Nov 18
From skill priorities to party balance, equipment considerations and so much more, your path to success in Mass Effect will be eased with our tips and tricks.
Mass Effect Mega FAQ, Answered [Immediate Gratification]
Original at Kotaku
• Fri, Nov 16
By Mark Wilson A lot. How is the combat really? What's the ratio of actual gameplay to dicking around with the cutscenes/dialogue tree part of the game? KOTOR. How's the female lead's voice acting? It's fantastic. All the voice acting is absolute top notch.
Podcast: Gaming Steve Episode 52 - 05.11.2006
Original at Gaming Steve
• Thu, May 11
It's only day two of E3 and today I have a dynamite show! Not only do I co-host the show with World of Warcraft Senior Level Designer John Staats, not only do give you a blow-by-blow description of my Spore experience (along with a dozen other games), but I managed to score an interview with Sh...