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BioWare Releases New Trailer for Mass Effect 2: Lair of The Shadow Broker DLC

The first look at Mass Effect 2‘s new DLC shows that helping Liara T’Soni will be no small task, and hints at space flight elements that we have yet to see from the franchise.

Sep 2, 2010 | 3 Comments
Master Craftsmen Replicate Iconic Videogame Weapons

When you’re sitting there playing a game such as Mass Effect, Fallout or Portal, do you ever dream about how cool it would be to wield those ingame weapons in real life?

Aug 27, 2010 | 4 Comments

Literary Characters: 4 Novels That Would Make Great Games

We take a look at the state of character development in modern video games – and how adapting novels for the game industry is the next logical step in the evolution of storytelling.

Aug 10, 2010 | 8 Comments
Game Rant Contest, World Cup Edition [Update: Less than 24 hours left!]

Since we’re so excited about the World Cup here at Game Rant, we’re throwing a contest to win a copy of Dragon Age, Mass Effect 2, Jade Empire or Mass Effect! Check out the rules after the jump.

Jul 11, 2010 | 9 Comments

Mass [Effect] Influence on Star Wars: The Old Republic

BioWare lead designer and storywriter, Daniel Erickson, explains where the influence of the Star Wars: The Old Republic conversation system came from and why Mass Effect caused them to revisit that part of the game.

Jul 5, 2010 | No Comments
BioWare Introduces You To Mass Effect 2 (Again)

Bioware is releasing a ‘recap’ video to catch new gamers up on the plot in Mass Effect 2. Hopefully, it will attract new gamers to the series. What do you think?

Jun 14, 2010 | 1 Comment

GR Picks: Amazing Mass Effect 2 Cosplay

We here at Game Rant like to point out when some awesome things pop out, and today we quite possibly the creation of one of …

Jun 10, 2010 | 2 Comments
The Making of Mass Effect 2

Mass Effect 2 is a smash hit science fiction role playing action game developed by BioWare and Published by Electronic Arts. It’s the second …

Jun 1, 2010 | 2 Comments

Mass Effect To Get Multiplayer?

The critically acclaimed Mass Effect series is already known for being a well-developed, intriguing franchise. Many fans are left wondering what they could possible add …

May 31, 2010 | 9 Comments
Legendary Pictures Options Film Rights to Mass Effect

Way back in September of 2008, Avi Arad, ex-CEO of Marvel studios, optioned the movie rights to the 2007 hit game Mass Effect. Being one …

May 24, 2010 | 11 Comments

The Moral Ambiguity of Video Games

“The moral virtues, then, are produced in us neither by nature nor against nature. Nature, indeed, prepares in us the ground for their reception, but …

May 18, 2010 | 15 Comments
The Top 5 Mothers in Gaming: A Salute

In appreciation of mommies everywhere, we submit for your consideration five of the greatest mothers in video game history.

May 8, 2010 | 10 Comments

Amazon Golden Box has Crazy Xbox 360 Sales Today

Today is going going to be a good day – especially if you’re a 360 user. Amazon’s Golden Box Deal theme today is 360 games, …

Apr 27, 2010 | 1 Comment
Matthew Fox Confirmed for Mass Effect Film

A trusted Screen Rant source gave Game Rant the exclusive tip – Matthew Fox is in the latter stages of talks for the role of …

Apr 1, 2010 | 16 Comments

BioWare Sites Begin Mysterious Countdown

As of late it’s become an ever increasing trend in the gaming industry to make the announcement of a new title an event within itself. …

Mar 24, 2010 | 3 Comments
700 Plot Points Carried Over to Mass Effect 2

I’m sure many of you who have played Mass Effect 2 were fortunate enough to have a complete save to import from Mass Effect 1. …

Mar 14, 2010 | 3 Comments

Mass Effect 2: Hammerhead Gameplay/New Weapon DLC

Via Gametrailers, Bioware has released new footage of the anticipated vehicle missions for Mass Effect 2. Scheduled tentatively for late March, the trailer shows the …

Mar 9, 2010 | 8 Comments
Video Game Frustration & Why We Continue to Play

Even when we think we can’t take another second of frustration of certain video games, why do we continue to play?

Feb 19, 2010 | 9 Comments

Mass Effect: Redemption Comics Sell Out

During a trip to my local comic book store, I was searching for Mass Effect: Redemption #1. The first issue came out prior to the …

Feb 16, 2010 | 1 Comment
Too Many Games, Too Little Time & Too Little Money

Sitting here looking at my shelf, I count no less than 15 games I currently want to play. My collection edges over 100 games, but …

Feb 15, 2010 | 8 Comments

Rejoice: More Mass Effect Coming in Early 2011

Rejoice, indeed. It seems the guys over at EA have dropped some juicy tidbits in a company earnings call by saying that there will be something “far-reaching” for Mass Effect in Q4 of fiscal 2010

Feb 10, 2010 | 3 Comments
Discussion: What Characters Did You Use in Mass Effect 2?

Tomorrow marks the two-week anniversary of Mass Effect 2 and you may be thinking, “who the hell cares?’ Well, I only bring this up because …

Feb 8, 2010 | 12 Comments

Amazon Platinum Hits Deal: B2G1

If you’re new to Xbox 360, or just need to catch up on some big name titles, Amazon has a deal for you. Buy two …

Feb 8, 2010 | 1 Comment
Mass Effect 2 Review

Short version: Mass Effect 2 is a must-play game for its story but it may not live up to expectations of RPG players or hardcore …

Jan 31, 2010 | 44 Comments

Spoilers: Are They Part of Game Company Marketing?

An interesting article came up on Kotaku this week regarding game companies and spoilers in their marketing strategies and it brought about a very interesting …

Jan 29, 2010 | 5 Comments
Rising Interest for ‘Mass Effect’ Movie

With one of this year’s biggest video game releases in Mass Effect 2 finally debuting today to amazing reviews and fan reception, there’s no doubt a burning interest for getting a feature film made from this property as soon as possible.

Jan 26, 2010 | 2 Comments

Mass Effect 2: First Hands-On Impressions [Updated]

Almost 2 hours in and all I can say is my first impressions of Mass Effect 2 are great. From the start you get an option to …

Jan 25, 2010 | 2 Comments
Best Buy Offers Buy 2, Get 1 Free Sale on Xbox 360 Platinum Games

If you recently became an owner of the Xbox 360 or you are the frugal type, you are in luck. Best Buy is offering a …

Jan 25, 2010 | 1 Comment

Mass Effect 2 Live Broadcast & Contests

If you’re online this Sunday evening and you’re excited for the release… no, event that is Mass Effect 2, then you need to be watching …

Jan 24, 2010 | 3 Comments
Mass Effect 3 Arriving in 2011?

Mass Effect 2 hasn’t even hit store shelves yet but Bioware has already revealed that they are hard at work on the the final part …

Jan 22, 2010 | 3 Comments

Mass Effect 2 Live Playthrough and Q&A Impressions

Earlier this afternoon, Xfire played host to a live playthrough of a new area in Mass Effect 2 (which you can watch for yourself here), …

Jan 21, 2010 | 7 Comments
The Video Game Protagonist

One of the most important things for me in a video game isn’t how good it looks, how great the story is, or even if …

Jan 21, 2010 | 9 Comments

Commander Shepard’s Voice Actor Signed For Mass Effect 3

Though it shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone, Mark Meer, voice actor for the male Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect series, will be back for the conclusion of the Mass Effect trilogy.

Jan 20, 2010 | 4 Comments
Mass Effect 2 Prequel Novel Coming July

In the same vein of the first game, Mass Effect 2 will receiving a prequel novel that leads up to the events that Commander Shepard …

Jan 15, 2010 | 1 Comment

Game Design: Linear or Nonlinear?

Linear gameplay. Sometimes it can mean an excruciatingly simple and trudging story that you can do little to make fun. Other times, it can be …

Jan 7, 2010 | 15 Comments
Cinematic Trailer for Mass Effect 2

The latest trailer for Mass Effect 2 was released recently and it is simply astounding. It’s easy to see new possible playing styles within the …

Dec 23, 2009 | 5 Comments

Video Games: The Cinematic Experience

With the 2009 coming to its end, I’ve been incredibly impressed with how the games released this year presented cinematic experiences that feel so organic, …

Dec 23, 2009 | 14 Comments
Mass Effect 3 is the End …

… of the current story arc! At a recent event in Edmonton, Project Director Casey Hudson talked a bit about Mass Effect 3 and the …

Dec 20, 2009 | 10 Comments

Mass Effect Elevator Loading Scene Replaced with…

In Mass Effect, Bioware set out to create one of the most immersive Sci-Fi (or SyFy if you are a marketing hack) role-playing games ever experienced …

Dec 7, 2009 | 3 Comments
Mass Effect 2 Updated Cover Art Revealed

BioWare has finalized the cover art for their highly anticipated Sci-Fi RPG Mass Effect 2 which is set for release on January 26th for the PC and …

Nov 19, 2009 | 2 Comments

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