Latest BioWare News

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  ‘Command & Conquer’ Video Promises Return To Franchise Roots

  EA releases a new video featuring the developers of the free-to-play ‘Command & Conquer’ relaunch to emphasize the title’s return to franchise roots.

  by Andrea Castellano | May 14, 201311 Comments

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  BioWare Developers Discuss ‘Mass Effect’ Character Spinoffs & Prequel Ideas

  BioWare developers discuss the future of ‘Mass Effect’ and lay out ideas for possible prequels and spinoffs.

  by Curt Hutson | May 13, 201330 Comments

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  Bioware and DICE to Unveil New Games at E3

  Electronic Arts has revealed that they will be announcing some brand new next-gen titles at this year’s E3 conference, along with the usual franchise installments.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | May 8, 20131 Comment

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  EA’s ‘Star Wars’ Games Will Run on Frostbite 3; Not Coming to Wii U?

  DICE’s Frosbite 3 engine doesn’t work on Wii U – does that mean the upcoming ‘Star Wars’ games will skip Nintendo’s newest console?

  by Rob Keyes | May 7, 201322 Comments

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  EA Acquires Star Wars Game License from Disney

  With Disney shutting down LucasArts, EA acquires the ‘Star Wars’ license with three developers already planning new games.

  by Kyle Matthews | May 6, 201350 Comments

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  2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Winners & Thoughts

  ‘Far Cry 3′ takes home the most wins at the 2013 Canadian Video Game Awards. See the full winners lists and some thoughts here.

  by Rob Keyes | Apr 22, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 4′ and ‘Dragon Age 3′ Will Both Use Frostbite 3

  BioWare’s own Aaryn Flynn has confirmed that both ‘Mass Effect 4′ and ‘Dragon Age 3′ will use the newly announced Frostbite 3 engine.

  by Riley Little | Mar 28, 201312 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′: No More Multiplayer DLC; Infographic Reveals Player Statistics

  BioWare is officially closing the door on ‘Mass Effect 3′ by revealing their will be no more multiplayer DLC, but they aren’t saying goodbye without a fun infographic.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 25, 201311 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 4′ in Development at BioWare Montreal; Edmonton Studio Working on New IP

  BioWare’s Casey Hudson revealed the Edmonton team will work on a new IP, while the Montreal studio will take over on ‘Mass Effect 4.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 23, 201347 Comments

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  2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Finalists Revealed

  ‘Mark of the Ninja’ leads the 2013 Canadian Videogame Awards finalists along with Assassin’s Creed 3, Far Cry 3, Mass Effect 3, MechWarrior Online, Sleeping Dogs and more!

  by Rob Keyes | Mar 18, 20134 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3: One-Year Anniversary & Extended Multiplayer Event

  BioWare celebrates the one-year anniversary of ‘Mass Effect 3′ and the introduction of multiplayer with this infographic and 5-day online event (Operation Lodestar).

  by Rob Keyes | Mar 8, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Citadel DLC Trailer Gets The Band Back Together

  The launch trailer for ‘Mass Effect 3′s last DLC, ‘Citadel’ has arrived. Sporting friends and past lovers, the new content is so large, Xbox 360 owners will have to download it in two pieces.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 4, 20137 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3: Citadel’ Achievements Revealed

  Achievements for ‘Mass Effect 3: Citadel,’ the last piece of DLC for BioWare’s epic trilogy-ender, have made their way online. Read on for more details.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 2, 20136 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3: Reckoning’ Launch Trailer and Gameplay Stream

  In celebration of ‘Mass Effect 3: Reckoning’s release, BioWare has released a new trailer for the multiplayer DLC pack and streamed an hour’s worth of gameplay.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 25, 20133 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Citadel & Reckoning DLC Announced

  ‘Mass Effect 3′s final DLC packages, ‘Reckoning’ and ‘Citadel’ have been priced and detailed. New places, old faces, and romance are all in the cards, so read the details now.

  by Andrew Dyce | Feb 21, 20137 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3: Reckoning’ DLC News Coming Late Next Week

  BioWare’s Chris Priestly revealed that fans can expect news on the final ‘Mass Effect 3′ DLC pack, Reckoning, some time next week.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 14, 201311 Comments

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  BioWare Producing ‘Mass Effect’ Risk Board Game

  BioWare brings ‘Mass Effect’ to the board game market with their own version of Risk, though further details are scarce.

  by John Jacques | Feb 13, 20138 Comments

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  Next Mass Effect is Not ‘Mass Effect 4′

  BioWare Community Manager Chris Priestly takes to the forums to advise fans not to consider the next ‘Mass Effect’ game a followup to ‘Mass Effect 3′.

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 7, 201342 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect’ Voice Actor Robin Sachs Passes Away

  Voice actor Robin Sachs, perhaps best known for his role as Zaeed in BioWare’s ‘Mass Effect’ series, has passed away

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 6, 20132 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3: Reckoning’ DLC Details Leak; Adds Co-op Story Missions

  The next big ‘Mass Effect 3′ expansion will reportedly add six co-op story missions, new maps, new weapons and more!

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 1, 201322 Comments

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  BioWare Co-Founder On Surviving the ‘EA Bear Hug’

  Dr. Greg Zeschuk talks about his departure from BioWare and the ever-present ‘EA Bear Hug’ that his company had to be strong enough to survive.

  by Kalen Nelson | Jan 29, 20136 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ DLC Screenshots Teased By BioWare

  Two new images tease ‘Mass Effect 3′s next DLC, shedding new meaning on BioWare’s claims that it will be “all hands on deck” for the mysterious expansion.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 28, 201313 Comments

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  ‘Journey,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ & ‘Far Cry 3′ Lead D.I.C.E. Awards Nominations

  ‘Journey,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ ‘Far Cry 3,’ and ‘Halo 4′ headline the nominees for the 2013 D.I.C.E. Awards. Check out the full list of nominations right here!

  by Jeff Schille | Jan 14, 20134 Comments

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  GR Pick: ‘Assassin’s Creed’ Ancient China Fan Art; ‘Mass Effect’ Rendered Using Unreal Engine

  Two clever artists imagine what two popular franchises — ‘Mass Effect’ and ‘Assassin’s Creed’ — would look like in interesting ‘what if’ scenarios.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 7, 20136 Comments

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  Next ‘Mass Effect 3′ DLC Details Appearing; BioWare Calls for ‘All Hands on Deck’

  A week after the release of ‘Omega,’ details have begun appearing for ‘Mass Effect 3′s’ next single-player DLC. From writers to actors to composers, BioWare says its next story will be bringing ‘all hands on deck.’

  by Brian Sipple | Dec 5, 201210 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 4′ Wishlist

  With BioWare soliciting suggestions for ‘Mass Effect 4,’ we couldn’t help but conjure a few up. Read on to see our advice for the future of the epic (and apparently ongoing) sci-fi franchise.

  by Brian Sipple | Dec 3, 201232 Comments

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  ‘Dragon Age 3′ Now Targeting Next-Gen and 2014 Release

  An EA Shanghai employee’s resume has revealed ‘Dragon Age 3: Inquisition’ has not only been delayed into 2014, but is now targeting next-gen platforms.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 30, 20129 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3: Omega DLC Review

  Read our ‘Mass Effect 3′ Omega DLC review to find out if the largest post-release expansion, with new faces and new enemies in a fan-favorite locale, is worth the trip.

  by Andrew Dyce | Nov 28, 201224 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Omega DLC Launch Trailer: The Adjutant Enemy Revealed

  BioWare has released a rousing trailer for the ‘Mass Effect 3′ Omega DLC, featuring new enemy the Adjutant, set for release on Tuesday, November 27th.

  by Ben Kendrick | Nov 26, 20125 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Wii U Trailer Details Exclusive GamePad Features

  BioWare has released an official trailer for their ‘Mass Effect 3′ Wii U Special Edition – showing off new GamePad combat functionality.

  by Ben Kendrick | Nov 21, 20122 Comments

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  BioWare’s Casey Hudson May Make ‘Mass Effect 4′ a Prequel

  Bioware’s Casey Hudson is asking fans if they’d prefer a prequel or post-trilogy title, indicating he’s strongly considering the possibility of exploring historical ‘Mass Effect’ canon.

  by John Jacques | Nov 20, 201227 Comments

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  First ‘Dragon Age 3′ Pre-Production Screenshot Shown as BioWare Talks Frostbite 2

  ‘Dragon Age 3′ took the first step beyond concept art this week. A pre-production screenshot from a BioWare event has leaked over the Web, while animation director Neil Thompson explained the game’s use of Frostbite 2.

  by Brian Sipple | Nov 17, 201210 Comments

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  New ‘Mass Effect’ Game ‘Respectful’ of Trilogy Canon; Playable Alien Races Possible

  BioWare promises that the next ‘Mass Effect’ game will be ‘respectful’ of Commander Shepard’s trilogy. Meanwhile, Casey Hudson is open to the idea of playable alien races.

  by Ben Kendrick | Nov 12, 201221 Comments

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  BioWare’s Casey Hudson Wants Fans’ Suggestions for ‘Mass Effect 4′

  Development has begun on the next ‘Mass Effect’ game — which may or may not be ‘Mass Effect 4′ — and BioWare’s Casey Hudson wants your help making it better.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 10, 201263 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3: Female Turian Squadmate in Omega, Wii U Launch & N7 Day!

  Happy N7 Day! Mass Effect 3 confirmed as a Wii U launch title while the upcoming Omega DLC will introduce the first female Turian.

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 7, 20127 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ PS3 Release Date & DLC Revealed; ‘ME 3′ Halloween Challenge Begins

  BioWare has finally announced the PlayStation 3 release date of the ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ – complete with some unique DLC perks. On the ‘Mass Effect 3′ front, a week-long ‘Halloween Challenge’ has begun involving the Collectors key culprits.

  by Brian Sipple | Nov 1, 201213 Comments

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  ‘Dragon Age 3′ Customization Details & Concept Art

  The team behind ‘Dragon Age 3′ has teased new information and concept artwork focused on increased customization, bigger game worlds and unique environments.

  by Andrew Dyce | Oct 21, 201214 Comments

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  BioWare ‘Doesn’t Want Shepard’ in ‘Mass Effect 4′

  BioWare allegedly ‘doesn’t want Shepard’ or a character similar to Shepard as the main protagonist of the next ‘Mass Effect’ game, according to BioWare Montreal producer Fabrice Condominas.

  by Riley Little | Oct 19, 201237 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Omega DLC Dated & Priced; New Details On Largest Expansion Yet

  Speaking at New York Comic-Con today, BioWare has offered up the release dates, price, and a few more story details regarding its second ‘Mass Effect 3′ single-player DLC, “Omega.”

  by Brian Sipple | Oct 12, 201210 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Multiplayer Update: New Challenges & Stat Tracking

  BioWare has announced some big changes are in store for ‘Mass Effect 3′s multiplayer, including Weekend Challenges, a new stat tracking service, and in-game objectives.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 9, 20122 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3: Retaliation Details, Event Weekend & Another BioWare Departure

  The Old Republic’s Daniel Erickson leaves BioWare as the company announces the biggest multiplayer DLC pack for ‘Mass Effect 3′ to date.

  by Rob Keyes | Oct 4, 201222 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ DLC Details Revealed

  BioWare has come clean about the DLC that will be packed-in with the ‘Mass Effect Trilogy,’ and players who hoped for a truly complete collection are apt to be disappointed.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 1, 201222 Comments

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  No FemShep On ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ Box Art, BioWare Teases ‘Something Special’

  FemShep won’t make an appearance on the ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ box art. However, BioWare does have a ‘a little something special’ planned for FemShep fans.

  by Anthony Mole | Sep 27, 20128 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ Hits Xbox 360 & PC in November, PS3 Later

  Relive Commander Shepard’s adventures from the very beginning in the ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ for Xbox 360, PC and PS3. Check out the first screens and pack shots right here.

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 26, 201219 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3: ‘Omega’ DLC Mission Details Uncovered

  A few lines of dialogue from ‘Mass Effect 3′s upcoming ‘Omega’ DLC have been found on the game’s disc. We’ve dug deeper, and break down everything the DLC could bring. Spoiler Alert!

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 25, 201211 Comments

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  BioWare Developing New Next-Gen Franchise

  With ‘Mass Effect’ and ‘Dragon Age’ now certified, BioWare claims to be moving on to the next big thing. New comments confirm that a brand new franchise is in development, hinting at a next-gen release.

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 20, 201231 Comments

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  BioWare Co-Founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk Retire

  After 17 years together at BioWare, studio co-founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk have decided to hang it up – and leave the video game industry entirely. What might be next in the ‘Mass Effect’ and ‘Dragon Age’ developer’s future?

  by Brian Sipple | Sep 18, 201215 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Omega DLC Confirmed, BioWare Working on New ‘Mass Effect’ Game

  BioWare’s Aaron Flynn has revealed that not only are they working on a sequel to the ‘Mass Effect’ trilogy, but Omega DLC is due out this fall.

  by John Jacques | Sep 18, 201250 Comments

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  ‘Dragon Age 3: Inquisition’ Announced by BioWare

  After a series of leaks and unofficial confirmations of its development, BioWare and Electronic Arts unveil ‘Dragon Age 3: Inquisition’ which is being built on the Frostbite 2 engine.

  by Rob Keyes | Sep 17, 201223 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Wii U Includes ‘From Ashes’ & Multiplayer DLC

  Wii U owners will be getting a more ‘complete’ version of ‘Mass Effect 3′, as the game will include both From Ashes and currently released multiplayer content when it launches on Nintendo’s console.

  by Anthony Mole | Sep 16, 201219 Comments

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  Why Doesn’t ‘Mass Effect 3′ Run At 1080p On Wii U?

  BioWare’s ‘Mass Effect 3′ will include a number of bonuses when it arrives on Wii U, but enhanced resolution isn’t one of them. Why doesn’t the game run at 1080p on Nintendo’s new system?

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 6, 20125 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3: Leviathan’ DLC Review

  Read our ‘Mass Effect 3 Leviathan DLC’ review to find out if promising new story insights are enough to make up for a costly and familiar gameplay experience.

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 29, 201218 Comments

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  5 ‘Mass Effect’ Questions We Want Answered

  With the mysteries of ‘Mass Effect 3′ to be explored with the Leviathan DLC, we look back on questions we’d always hoped would be answered, and elements of the fiction that never got the time they deserved.

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 28, 201213 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Leviathan DLC Trailer

  Commander Shepard’s newest underwater mission is the star of the launch trailer for Leviathan, the first story DLC released for ‘Mass Effect 3.’

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 24, 201213 Comments

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  Mass Effect 3′s ‘Operation Alloy’ Has Begun

  Get back into the ‘Mass Effect 3′ action this week with Operation Alloy in preparation for the upcoming DLC releasing next week.

  by Rob Keyes | Aug 24, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Multiplayer to Get New Enemies? More Campaign DLC Confirmed

  BioWare community managers reveal that further ‘Mass Effect 3′ single player DLC is en route and cause speculation that new multiplayer enemy factions might also be in the pipeline.

  by Ben Kendrick | Aug 22, 201235 Comments

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  ‘Command & Conquer: Generals 2′ Will Have No Campaign

  After dropping ‘Generals 2′ from its name and going free-to-play, EA also confirms that the online-only, e-sports focused return of ‘Command & Conquer’ will have no campaign.

  by Rob Keyes | Aug 21, 201214 Comments

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  ‘Dragon Age 3′ Details Leaked

  An apparent survey from BioWare and EA has revealed the plot, main character and possible features being redesigned for the upcoming ‘Dragon Age 3.’ This early on, the details are likely to bring mixed reactions.

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 20, 201236 Comments

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  ‘Mass Effect 3′ Leviathan DLC Release Date

  After serious speculation and a vague release window, BioWare has confirmed that ‘Mass Effect 3′s Leviathan DLC will be released on August 28, 2012.

  by Andrew Dyce | Aug 15, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Command & Conquer: Generals 2′ Loses Subtitle, Goes Free-to-Play & Online Only

  In a surprise announcement, Electronic Arts and BioWare Victory drop ‘Generals 2′ from the title of the next ‘Command & Conquer’ and go free-to-play with the online-only PC game. Watch the new trailer here!

  by Rob Keyes | Aug 15, 20125 Comments