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Mass Effect 2 (Xbox 360) |  | From: Electronic Arts
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Platform: Xbox 360
Genre: role-playing-games
ESRB: Everyone
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Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 5030930080624
EAN: 5030930080624
ASIN: B001RIYMIU
Release Date: January 29, 2010
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Product Description
Two years after Commander Shepard repelled invading Reapers bent on the destruction of organic life, a mysterious new enemy has emerged. On the fringes of known space, something is silently abducting entire human colonies. Now Shepard must work with Cerberus, a ruthless organisation devoted to human survival at any cost, to stop the most terrifying threat mankind has ever faced. To even attempt this perilous mission, Shepard must assemble the galaxy's most elite team and command the most powerful ship ever built. Even then, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong. - Mankind's Future is At Stake
- From the makers of 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic', 'Dragon Age: Origin's, and 'Mass Effect' comes the dark second instalment in the thrilling Mass Effect Trilogy!
- Command a unique team of amazing characters on a perilous mission in the most dangerous regions of space.
- Players of the first Mass Effect can import save games to continue the story of their own Commander Shepard. New players will find a thrilling standalone adventure awaits them, a polished and action packed journey that surpasses the first game in nearly every possible way.
- Intense Third Person Combat
- Take cover, command an elite squad with ease, utilise 19 weapon classes including heavy weapons, and unleash deadly powers against your foes with an all-new and improved combat system.
- Increased intensity with precision shooter controls to let you control the action and overcome insurmountable odds.
- Featuring a new location based damage system: target key weak points, and blast off limbs, ignite enemies, or cripple and disable enemy troops.
- An Entire Galaxy to Explore
- Travel the distant and deadly reaches of space to assemble your team for the mission at hand. A cast of amazing characters a
Amazon.co.uk Review
The sci-fi role-playing epic continues, as the Mass Effect story delves into darker territory and the fate of Commander Shepard, his crew and the entire galaxy.
The saga continues with even more action and intrigue |  Enemies will keep on coming even with missing limbs |  Mass Effect 2 will see the return of many familiar faces |  Equip and upgrade many new weapon types and biotics | A streamlined combat system makes the game even more action-packed than before, with a new regenerating health system that means you spend less time fiddling with menus and more time shooting enemies. You can also direct teammates individually with a simple press of a button, giving you greater tactical control over every encounter. The number of planets you can explore, and the complexity of the sub quests you find on them, has been greatly expanded from the first game - giving you a whole galaxy to explore at will. The original game was the most cohesive mix yet of action game and role-player and this sequel goes even further in combing both genres into one giant space opera. Key Features - Episode Two: Commander Shepard returns as the award-winning action role-player offers up even more intense storytelling and a whole new threat to humanity.
- All action: All-new combat options make the game even more action-packed, with more versatile controls, more weapons and better management of allies.
- Age of discovery: Even more exploration options than before, with more detailed side quests and many more developed planets to visit.
- Good talker: Revamped conversation system is more dynamic than ever, with faster, more realistic dialogue and a new cinematic camera.
- Ongoing story: If you have a save file from the first Mass Effect then the decisions you made will have an effect on the new game and old characters will remember you.
About the Developer: BioWare Corp.
This Canadian developer has become one of the most renowned makers of Western style role-playing games, with titles such as Baldur's Gate, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Jade Empire and Mass Effect. Star Wars: The Old Republic will be their first massively multiplayer online game.
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 The greatest game ever??? February 2, 2010
S. Knowles
52 out of 54 found this review helpful
Having not played the first game I had no idea what to expect from ME2. However after just a couple of hours playing time I could only come to one conclusion, this is the best game I have ever played. From the very first mission it draws you in and won't let go.
I spent the first half an hour or so just wandering round the Normandy (the ship on which you are based for the game), exploring the four decks which house your own living quarters/office, the armoury, the tech lab, flight deck & cargo hold among other things. The first things that struck me about the Normandy were the graphics and attention to detail, things which are carried on throughout the game making this one of the most visually beautiful games to date.
The game starts with you assembling a team of various different alien races to assist in the main mission of stopping the Collectors, which takes up a number of hours gameplay in itself. Within a couple of hours the missions are building up rapidly to ensure you always have a vast selection of missions to choose from. Some of these can be completed in a matter of 10 minutes where others can take well over an hour, meaning the game should be a very long affair, which trust me is no bad thing.
The only thing I found slightly confusing initially was navigating the various universes, but once you've worked it out it becomes second nature (and presumably if you have played the first game you already have an advantage). The combat controls are surprisingly easy to come to terms with considering how many different things there are to do.
Overall this is a fantastic game for which I can't find one bad thing to say. Since purchasing the game I've struggled to put it down. It has drawn me in like no other game has for as long as I can remember.
Buy it now...
Beyond what you could ever expect from a video game! February 7, 2010
Mr. Kyle S. Donnelly (UK)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I completed Mass Effect 2 twice now. I'll say the Mass Effect 1 (to make it clear, I mean the first game dammit!) never drew me in. I did love it but it was (in my opinion) average. The dialogue was quite rich and animations were gorgeus despite the texturising sometimes being delayed. The gameplay offers a great deal of action and you really had to plan ahead, Guns Blazin doesn't work you have to use cover and plan your moves. Mass Effect one is a great game but it felt like something was missing like this game had more to offer but was lacking in most departments.
2 years later here we are Mass Effect 2 and oh my god they didn't miss a thing. Honestly this is simply the best RPG shooter ever made. First of the all the plot drags you in. The opening scene starts with the main characters crew being attacked and then the main hero dieing in space in what is a very cinematic cutscene. You are then brought back to life and have a multiude of options to allow you to customize the plot and play style you like best. The characters looks can be customized allowing you to create any character you prefer (makes fallout and oblivion look like a joke). Pressuming you haven't imported a character from ME1 then your character will take on a story based on the nature of the character him/herself. From that point on the plot only gets richer and more intense offering chances to do good or evil changing your looks and the story and how it developes it will also affect the outcome of the sequel. In addition the romance extras offer even more depth and complexity making you feel more involved with the story itself.
Aside from the plot the animation, the graphics and the textures even for xbox360's standards look perfect not a single flaw. Skin textures, eyes, mouths everything looks well designed. The enviroments are colourful and each offering cinematic feeling. You get to explore every inch of the galaxy doing missions and exploring new worlds. They even go as far as to allow to customize even your characters outfits and armour and your choices will look just as gorgeus as the default options. This helps the game to feel more personal and you end up having alot of fun just exploring and interacting with strange and imaginitive characters. As far as gameplay goes it is very challenging and honestly I died hundreds of time before I completed this game. You make mistakes alot when you aren't focused and you are constantly on edge planning your moves and popping out from cover to make the killing shot. If you prefer tactical gameplay go with infiltrator and if you wanna be a powerhouse go vanguard. Either way you will love the satisfaction of winning every battle desipite the insane odds. The choice of weapons and the amount of research options availible make the game even more enjoyable.
The best part about this game is the attention to detail. It shows that companys like Bioware know what they are doing. They give there fanbase the respect they deserve, They listened to every complaint and fixed every issue and as a result we have a game that delivers on every aspect. I even went as far as to comparing this (on my list of favourites) to the epic MGS series saying how it was better than the first time I played MGS1. Hell it makes fallout look like rubbish.
Honestly if you are comtemplating whether to buy this or not, SHUT UP and buy it because there is nothing to think about. My only complaint is ****SPOILER**** that tali never showed you her face when she took her mask off, I started swearing like a child when it happened and turned the game off for 3 whole minutes! But to be fair it was a smart move now I want MS3 even more.
Bottom line this game is the best so don't be a fool and miss out.
A near perfect game March 29, 2010
Owain (Dyserth, Wales)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Having played Dragon Age earlier this year, I had heavy doubts that anything over the next year or even the next five to ten years could top it. Then comes along Mass Effect 2, the sequel to Bioware's epic Sci Fi RPG, which literally blew me away. Right from the shocking start, you know you're going in for an unforgettable ride.
The first thing that strikes you while you play Mass Effect 2 is how smooth the game plays. They've vastly improved the combat system from the first game, giving it a more flexible, action orientated experience. Another good thing Bioware's done here is scrapping the Mako completely. Remember the slightly tedious moments in the first Mass Effect where you had to explore different barren planets with a vehicle that controlled almost as bad as Bush's America? It's all gone now, giving the game a much more streamlined, straightforward experience. The conversation system's also been improved since the first game. At certain occasions, your character Shepard, will say things without your command, making his character someone you can bond with even better than the first game. And not to forget the interrupt system, which certainly makes the conversations you have a lot more interesting when the option to use it pops up on the screen. Something else worth mentioning is the slightly trimmed down RPG elements for the game. While in the first game, you had a full inventory window, numerous skills to be upgraded at your own choice and weapons and armour available to customize at your will, Mass Effect 2 rids this system completely. It may seem like a risky move at first, but the result of doing so really does make the game flow a lot faster (which is important when you consider the importance of combining the story with the gameplay). If there's one fault with any of the gameplay design for the game, it's the planet scanning system. It works fine on its own, but with such a fast paced game like Mass Effect 2, it does seem a little out of place. Apart from this though, Mass Effect 2's gameplay is the stuff of legends.
One thing that'll definitely strike your attention while playing is the improvement made to the presentation. Locations have become a lot more diverse and interesting. Almost everywhere you go in Mass Effect 2 has a unique feel that never fails to impress. One thing that needs to be complimented in terms of presentation is the astounding use of lighting included in the game. It's the lighting that generates the true sense of atmosphere in the game, giving each Location a different feel. If you're familiar with the first game, you could probably guess that the animation is also beyond incredible. I can't forget mentioning the voice acting either, it's absolutely sublime. Each character comes to life with the help of such an extraordinary cast.
Most noticeably though, the main drawing point for Mass Effect 2 is its unforgettable story. Words cannot be fitted together to describe how beautiful, how memorable and how emotional the plot in Mass Effect 2 is. Maybe I made things sound almost too incredible there, but that's the honest truth. I can't recall watching a film, playing a game or reading a book in recent memory that's even come close to the quality Mass Effect 2 glimmered with. Each character owns many levels, so many realistic touches fitted to them, it's almost impossible to accept you're just playing a game. Saying goodbye to them by the end of the game isn't an easy feat to accomplish. This is a pure sequel, if you played through the first game, the decisions you made will carry on into Mass Effect 2. This definitely helps give an additional emotional tug to your heart, making the game all the more personal and feel all the more important. Some characters you'll come across will be familiar if you played the first game too, giving you an extra sense of familiarity with the game your entering. As for the actual plot, there's so many shocking twists and turns, I'd have to be very careful not to let anything out in case I spoil anything. What I will say however is that choices you make in this game will have a colossal impact on the ending. Your decisions will determine who lives and dies and who will carry on into the tale for Mass Effect 3. So yeah, as a whole, the plot for Mass Effect 2 is the best I've seen in a very, very long time.
If you've read through my whole review, you might have realised I'm giving out the impression it might be a good game. So if you haven't bought it already, stop reading this, pop down to your local store and spend the most well spent £35-£40 you've ever used in your life.
Great Game March 22, 2010
Iceman (Sussex)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Have to say this game is brill, me and my son cant get off it, probably one of the best games ive ever played, so much to do, lots of missions, fighting is cool enemy AI is very good, cant wait for number three, graphics superb, just cant put the controller down, buy it
Best game of this generation... February 18, 2010
Luke Masters (Plymouth, uk)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
To start off I want to say that i have owned my xbox 360 since release and have played a great many games, both good and bad. This game is exceptionally good and is worth any shooter or RPG fans hard earned cash. Having said this I would have given this game 4 and 3/4 stars if i could instead of 5 and this is mostly because no game is perfect and for the minor reasons ive stated below.
Graphics - A greatly improved engine from the original that is easily some of the best currently on the 360. Throughout my initial 30 hour play through i had very little texture pop in and i dont recall having any frame rate issues. If you have played the original game texture pop in and frame rate were two of its biggest problems. I have read on some forums and reviews about some people have had full game crashes but i had none at all in all my 50 hours (first and second playthrough) on the game.
Gameplay - Has both the elements of a shooter and RPG in game. The shooting aspect of the game i found near faultless. The improved cover system really does work and so now does the squad commands. You don't have to stop the game play just to select a certain biotic power or to command a squadmate to use an attack anymore, now you can assign each to different bottons on the controller. New heavy weapons have been added and trust me they really can either change a battle if used properly. I actually prefered using them on half a dozen easier enemies and taking out the bigger "boss" characters of the game myself as it left me with just one person to worry about. The biotic powers have been amped up and are great to have in either yours or your squad mates arsenal.
The RPG elements seemed to me to be lacking at first but then i realised that they werent missing but being portrayed in a different way. You still have your stats that you increase each time you level up but you also can upgrade your ship and buy new prototype weapons. They have scraped the upgrading of weapons and armor screen in the menu and now you must go aboard the normandy and buy upgrades that are instantly applied. OFcourse the speech circle has returned and is pretty much exactly the same as before. The added part for conversations is a new interupt feature that to be honest is fairly rare. It basically enables you to intervene in a conversation in either paragon (good) or renegade (bad) form.
Searching new planets has been removed and with that so has the mako. Now when you travel to a random planet you instead have a scanning system that lets you search for certain types of materials on the planet below. It does get rid of all the barron planets you ended up searching in the original but also does get kind of tedious if your searching for a certain type of material and cant find any.
My only other gripe with the game is the load screens can seem to take forever, but this really doesnt effect your gaming experience.
The best part of this game is definatly the storyline. Its just as gripping as the first mass effect and does seemed to show a greater picture of the enemies of the original (trying to avoid spoilers) and also makes you feel like your decisions you make actually make a difference in how the game plays out and how your viewed in the mass effect universe.
If you have a mass effect 1 save game then your file will carry over, which takes no time at all, and so all your decisions made in the original still hold true. Likewise all your deicisions you make in this game will affect your game in mass effect 3.
hope this helps and thanks for reading.
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