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Title: Uh Oh--It's Another One of Those Earthlings Making Trouble...

Author: Wong, Erik Article Type: Product Analysis
Source: San Francisco Chronicle, pE1(2) Publication Date: Nov 20, 2007
URL of Publication: http://www.sfgate.com

BioWare offers it most innovative game called Mass Effect. A science fiction game that takes users to the 80s, Mass Effect gives a 1980s feel as well as an ultramodern approach. It is like a classic in that it offers gamers the chance to discover ancient beacons they can use in their faster-than-light journey. With the gizmos, gamers will encounter different conflicts and multifaceted alliances among a variety of species. Mass Effect has humans as invaders in the galaxy, with players given the task of looking for possible threats to all species. However, every single move is perceived with distrust and disdain by other species, and as a reflection on the human species. Players can choose what dialog they want in the course of a conversation and then hear the real exchange. Mass Effect gives players the feeling that they are watching a movie unfold, with the knowledge that whatever response one chooses will affect the entire story. However, there is a tendency to abuse the system when players continuously reload the save points. The game avoids the usual good or evil character-stereotyping, preferring instead to use 'paragon' and 'renegade' as players' categories. In addition, it offers players a great action adventure. Players will ultimately decide how much talking and shooting they want to do.

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