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Mass Effect: Andromeda

Andromeda is the fourth major game in the Mass Effect series, standing somewhat separate from the original trilogy. This game takes place hundreds of years later and stars a new player character, Ryder.

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Mass Effect: Andromeda

Franchise
Mass Effect
Platform(s)
PS4 , Xbox One , PC
Released
March 1, 2017
Developer(s)
BioWare
Publisher(s)
Electronic Arts
Genre(s)
Action , RPG
Engine
Frostbite 3
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Violence

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