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Due out later this year, Mass Effect is BioWare's futuristic RPG that's exclusive to the 360. The game takes players to the 23rd century on a galactic adventure. The narrative behind it spans across much more than just this one game, as this is merely the first offering in an eventual trilogy of games. Amazingly enough, the story's development won't stop between the releases. Those with an online setup can continuously watch the episodic adventure progress through systematic updates.
The adventure takes place in the distant future, where technology is more advanced and the human race has been blessed with a method of traveling deep into the galaxy. In doing so, humanity meets new races of alien robotic life. Although this may seem like a joyous discovery for mankind, the human desire for absolute power threatens to disrupt relations between humans and the aliens.
Mass Effect's story unravels similar to most RPGs, but the game is not necessarily played like a typical RPG. Those who hate constantly running into random enemies, waiting for a combat mode to load, and taking turns with the enemy smacking each other, will thankfully not have to deal with any of that nonsense here. Play and fighting work similarly to Knights of the Old Republic's action adventure style. All battles transpire in real time; so aiming in combat is now more vital, as fighting is no longer a back-and-forth match.
Players control a trio of characters as they explore the depths of the universe. There are two components to exploration: piloting a spaceship, and uncovering each discovered world by foot. Each planet looks distinct, and the dust and detritus from each environment actually stick to the characters.
Characters can utilize both weapons and supernatural powers. Character abilities and skills will increase as the story develops, and any such improvements can be imported into the two future installments in the series. And, as we said earlier, story updates and extras will purportedly be provided for online players.
In any role-playing game, an intricately laced story is normally the focal point. The developers are aiming for more realistic looking interactions between characters through nicely crafted cutscenes. During dialogue, characters converse with subtle mannerisms and common hand and body motions. Also, BioWare has created a narrative that enables gamers to choose multiple responses and actions. Players can opt to dutifully conquer locations with a kind heart and honorable intentions, or a more sinister approach can be taken. As the story progresses, characters can change in appearance and also become more powerful.
Those intrigued with role-playing games should probably keep an eye on Mass Effect. The gameplay is similar to Knights of the Old Republic, and players will have their hands full fighting extraterrestrials throughout the missions.
The adventure takes place in the distant future, where technology is more advanced and the human race has been blessed with a method of traveling deep into the galaxy. In doing so, humanity meets new races of alien robotic life. Although this may seem like a joyous discovery for mankind, the human desire for absolute power threatens to disrupt relations between humans and the aliens.
Mass Effect's story unravels similar to most RPGs, but the game is not necessarily played like a typical RPG. Those who hate constantly running into random enemies, waiting for a combat mode to load, and taking turns with the enemy smacking each other, will thankfully not have to deal with any of that nonsense here. Play and fighting work similarly to Knights of the Old Republic's action adventure style. All battles transpire in real time; so aiming in combat is now more vital, as fighting is no longer a back-and-forth match.
Players control a trio of characters as they explore the depths of the universe. There are two components to exploration: piloting a spaceship, and uncovering each discovered world by foot. Each planet looks distinct, and the dust and detritus from each environment actually stick to the characters.
Characters can utilize both weapons and supernatural powers. Character abilities and skills will increase as the story develops, and any such improvements can be imported into the two future installments in the series. And, as we said earlier, story updates and extras will purportedly be provided for online players.
In any role-playing game, an intricately laced story is normally the focal point. The developers are aiming for more realistic looking interactions between characters through nicely crafted cutscenes. During dialogue, characters converse with subtle mannerisms and common hand and body motions. Also, BioWare has created a narrative that enables gamers to choose multiple responses and actions. Players can opt to dutifully conquer locations with a kind heart and honorable intentions, or a more sinister approach can be taken. As the story progresses, characters can change in appearance and also become more powerful.
Those intrigued with role-playing games should probably keep an eye on Mass Effect. The gameplay is similar to Knights of the Old Republic, and players will have their hands full fighting extraterrestrials throughout the missions.
My aim is pretty good, thank you very much
That said, KOTOR was a good game. (Remember, Bioware are the guys behind Baldur's Gate 1 and 2)
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