- Improved NPC conversation system where Commander Shepard can take matters into your own hands - interrupting or using force to get the answer required..
- The second act of BioWare's epic sci-fi RPG trilogy continues the story of Commander Shepard and humanity's first steps onto the galactic stage..
- Integration with the original Mass Effect game allows players to import saved files and contiue play with those files in Mass Effect 2..
- Choose from 19 different weapons, including devastating heavy weapons that can end a battle in seconds..
- New location based damage system allows for targeting of key weak points, blasting off limbs, igniting enemies, or cripple and disable enemy troops..
Mass Effect 2 is the sequel to BioWare's hit space-based
role-playing game (RPG), Mass Effect. A single player adventure,
Mass Effect 2 allows players to continue the adventures of the
fully customizable series hero, Commander Shepard, as you take on
a whole new adventure and cast of supporting characters. Features
new to this latest release in the franchise include the ability
to import game save files from the original Mass Effect game to
continue the adventure in an unbroken fashion, a new damage
system, a more flexible dialogue game mechanic and more.
Mass Effect 2 game logo Story
Two years after Commander Shepard repelled invading Reapers bent
on the destruction of life, a mysterious new danger has
emerged. On the fringes of known space, something is silently
abducting entire human colonies. Now Shepard must work with
Cerberus, a ruthless organization 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, doubters say it would be
suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.
Commander Shepard ambushing a mech in Mass Effect 2
The return of Commander Shepard.
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New characters from Mass Effect 2
A new cast of characters.
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The Turian Garrus Vakarian from Mass Effect 2
Along with familiar faces from the past.
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Mass Effect 2's new damage system illustrated as an enemy
continues to pursue Shepard even with its legs are blown off
New damage and dialogue systems.
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Taking at evil zombie thingie in Mass Effect 2
Integration with original game.
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An space-based action RPG like its predecessor, gameplay in Mass
Effect 2 revolves around the player's particular version of
Commander Shepard and continuing development of this character as
the game proceeds. As the game opens a variety of character
classes are made available to the player, with talents, both
exclusive and general, associated with each. With experience
these talents are leveled up, resulting in the unlocking of
related abilities and/or entirely new talents. The player has the
ability to customize their Commander Shepard in a number of ways
including physical appearance, gender, and certain aspects of
their personal history, with the rub being that these choices can
influence things like available missions, dialogue choices with
non-player characters (NPCs), and character background.
Accompanying this main character are a number of preset
supporting characters that the player can direct and develop
relationships with, which again, will alter the outcome of the
story. All the characters from the original game make an
appearance in Mass Effect 2, but the immediate characters
surrounding Commander Shepard are new. Additional new features
that players can expect to experience include new alien races; a
more realistic damage system; a new heavy weapons system allowing
for maximum damage; a regenerative system; a dramatic
increase in the number of character animations available to
Shepard; and updates to the dialogue mechanic used when
conversing with NPCs.
Integration with the Original Mass Effect
Mass Effect 2 allows players of the original Mass Effect game to
import save games to continue the story of their own Commander
Shepard. In doing this, the decisions that were made in the first
game will affect the events of the second game. In addition,
characters from the first game will return, as long as they were
not killed off by the player in the first game. On the other
hand, new players coming to the series for the first time in Mass
Effect 2 will start a brand-new character, discover the events of
the previous games as they progress and embark on a thrilling
stand-alone adventure that does not require the previous game for
play.
Key Features * Futuristic Weapons - Choose from 19 different
weapons, including devastating heavy weapons that can end a
battle in seconds.
* Elite Spets - Recruit up to a dozen of the galaxy's most
dangerous operatives to help you in your mission. Train and equip
your team to survive insurable odds.
* Explore the Galaxy - Scan planets to uncover unique secret
missions in the Mass Effect universe.
* Integration with Original Mass Effect - 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
stand-alone adventure awaits them, a polished and action packed
journey that surpasses the first game in nearly every possible
way.
* Intense Third-Person Combat - Increased intensity with
precision shooter controls to let you control the action and
overcome insurable odds.
* New Damage System - New location based damage system allows for
targeting of key weak points, blasting off limbs, igniting
enemies, or crippling and disabling enemy troops.
* Character Customization - Choose a player class, customize your
appearance, and tailor your own abilities and strengths. As you
progress, so do Shepard’s abilities.
* Improved Dialogue Mechanic - Improved NPC conversation system
where Commander Shepard can take matters into your own hands –
interrupting or using force to get the answer required.
System Requirements:
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Minimum Specifications:
Recommended Specifications:
OS: Windows XP or Vista.
Processor: 2.4+ GHz Intel or 2.0+ GHz AMD 2.6+ GHz Intel or 2.4+
GHZ AMD
RAM: 1GB+ (XP), 2GB+ (Vista) 2GB+
Disc Drive: 8x DVD-ROM drive or better
Hard Drive: 12GB or more Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 6 series
(6800GT or better), ATI 1300XT or better (X1550, X1600 Pro and
HD2400 are below minimum system requirements) NVIDIA GeForce 7900
GTX or higher. ATI X1800 XL series or higher Sound Card: DirectX
9.0c compatible sound card and drivers – 5.1 sound card
recommended
Input Device: Mouse and keyboard