Mass Effect 2

[Jasong7777]

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Debating whether I should start my final playthrough of ME and set up my character for the sequel, or start Dragon Age now and wait on my replay until it's closer to release...

Hell, do both. That's what i'm doing plus going thru KOTOR. About a month till Mass Effect 2.

[Candyman5]

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It pisses me off that microsoft dont let you transfer saves from one profile to another...-_-. I played through ME1 and loved the decisions I made. I have to got through it again before ME2 comes out. I heard Adebt is the best but I was a soldier.

[JohnnytheSkin]

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Hell, do both. That's what i'm doing plus going thru KOTOR. About a month till Mass Effect 2.

Do you have a job!?



I need to pick ONE! After all, I'm getting Uncharted 2 for Christmas from my wife and want to beat that (just finished the replay of the first one).

[JohnnytheSkin]

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I heard Adebt is the best but I was a soldier.

I was, and always will be, an engineer. It's about the only application of my undergraduate degree now...saving the universe as an engineer in a video game, LOL.

[Candyman5]

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So what are the differences between classes again?
The soldier can specialize in any weapon right but is kind of useless because everyone can do that? Am I right?

[jmood88]

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The soldier gets all of the heavy weapons and can switch ammo, which has different effects. The soldier is the most boring class in rpg's anyway.

[goh]

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The other classes can use the other weapons now but that doesn't mean they can specialize in them.

[Flawless]

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http://twitter.com/masseffect2

Mass Effect 2 hint time: Keep your eyes on Gamespot tomorrow for a new Miranda character video.

http://meforums.bioware.com/forums/viewtopic.html?topic=711665&forum=144&sp=210

And there'll be more reveals this week as well.

We still have a class video coming. I've got something so cool I can't even start talking about it till tomorrow. PLUS I just had another cool video dropped in my lap we'll be showing tomorrow.

New details from Game Informer:

• This time around minerals collected from mining serve a purpose. You can use them to upgrade your guns, clips, Biotic Powers, Health, and Shields.

• Normandy SR2, Unlike the original ship, this enhanced version is an intergalactic fortress, housing a larger crew and the capacity to travel deeper into the universe. The Article describes the four decks of the SR2 in detail, but it simply goes like this: Captain's deck, mission prep deck, crew quarters, engineering deck. SR2 is twice the size of the SR1

• Next to Shepard's bed, which will undoubtedly will be used for more than sleeping (this is a BioWare game after all), is a closet. While this may seem like an ordinary sight from any bedroom, this particular closet allows for players to customize both their casual and armored looks. If you find a new helmet on a mission, yet don't want to wear it because it clashes with your armor, you can enter this closet to change it's color to make the entire ensemble match. Unfortunately, this option is only available for Shepard. The remainder of the crew will ave to make do with mismatched attire.
  
  Another corner of Shepard's room holds a massive trophy case, where players can place relics and rewards from missions for all to see. This area also houses two computer terminals. The first allows players to chart their progress on Achievements, while the second tracks Shepard's standing with each teammate and shows the weapons and powers with which they are outfitted.

• Captain's Deck - When you enter the room, gigantic fish tanks greet you. In our demo, neither tank held any fish. This is the state the tanks are in when the player first ventures into the room, as BioWare sees this as another element of the game the players can customize to their liking. On specific planets, Shepard can purchase fish and sea life to bring aboard the ship.

• Mission Prep Deck - The second deck houses the combat information center. As the name implies, this is where all of the ship's systems are held, such as the war room, flight navigation, armory, and administration. One of the many new faces employed by Shepard is Kelly Chambers, the Normandy's administrative assistant. She keeps tabs on comm chatter and keeps you informed of missions and incoming data. Joker and Shepard are on the bridge of the SR2 with Joker in the pilot's seat. This deck also houses the Tech Lab, home to Mass Effect's quirky HK-47-like playable character Mordin. From the brief exchange of dialogue we saw between Mordin and Shepard, Mordin seems to think he is superior to Shepard on an intellectual level- which brought about a few chuckles. Mordin oversees all of the ship's research.

• The Crew Quarters - Outside of the few exceptions listed, most of the shipmates are found in the crew quarters on the third deck. This is where the vessel feels the most alive. In their downtime, the crew frequents a cafeteria run by a hard-nosed cook reminiscent of Mel from Alice. One of the side missions has Shepard running ingredient errands for the cook. This floor is also home to Miranda, another playable character who debuted in Mass Effect Galaxy.

• Depending on what moral choices you make in the throughout the game, you may want to steer clear of the armory, as it is headed by Jacob Taylor, a morally ambiguous character who first appeared in Mass Effect Galaxy. Tough as nails and difficult to read, you'll want to keep your eye on this guy. Miranda has invested heavily in genetic manipulation and biotics, which BioWare is opening up for Shepard as well. When asked by Shepard if she thought she was perfect, Miranda said she never could be since she is still human. Again this may be a character you may want to walk on glass with during conversations.

• Regarding the fuel system - From the galaxy screen, which often houses multiple star systems, the Normandy SR2 is once again controllable, only this time it has limited fuel. In our demo, the ship had 1,000 fuel, which drained quickly. BioWare wouldn't reveal details in this area, either, but we can only imagine that the fuel tanks will be upgradeable.

• Exploration - In Mass Effect 2, players pilot the Normandy SR2, but only for travel within a solar system. The star chart works much like it did in the original game-zooming in from a universe wide view to galaxies and solar systems. When you venture into a new solar system, Which is once again presented through an all encompassing pan view, players can maneuver the Normandy manually to discover planets, moons, and ships.
  
  Descending into an uncharted planet's orbit brings up a static screen that provides that planet's historical documents. This time around, however, the options to mine it or land on it are not predetermined. You must first survey the planet yourself to gauge if it has the materials you need. This function in handled through a scanning mini-game. By moving a radar across the three-dimensional planet's surface, your scanner will fluctuate when one of four elements (iridium, platinum, palladium, or element zero) is detected. The elements' presence is represented by a seismograph-like analysis. When one of the meters spikes, you can send out a probe to mine the elements. As you scan the planet, players can also pick up comm chatter or note anomalies. Most of these lead to landing destinations. some simply require a dropship, while others necessitate the maneuverability of the heavily upgraded Mako, which Bioware didn't want to show just yet.
  
  Over all, the galaxy is much larger than it was in the original game. The time you spend here now has meaning, as it directly affects your character progression. BioWare also says that taking the time to survey the universe will not only add side stories, but also tie directly into the main plot.

• Your teammate AI has improved dramatically as well . Their class, weapon selection, and race will determine their moves. One new chracter Grunt, is a Krogan just like Wrex. Where Wrex's movements were limited to the standard tactics of everyone else, Grunt has the power to bull rush enemies.

• Plot teaser - Although much of the plot remains shrouded in mystery, one theme kept emerging in the plot threads we saw- humanity desperately needs help, and almost every decision Shepard makes brings an air of uncertainty. That "I have a bad feeling about this" sensation is always present, and even conversations bring a nail-biting level of intensity. Will Shepard and humanity survive? For Shepard, at least, that decision is left up to the player.

[Jasong7777]

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I can't wait for this game.

[SoxFan01605]

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WOW!...nice

I don't recall a time when I was so attached to so many games...


I suppose sunlight is overrated.

[goh]

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• Regarding the fuel system - From the galaxy screen, which often houses multiple star systems, the Normandy SR2 is once again controllable, only this time it has limited fuel. In our demo, the ship had 1,000 fuel, which drained quickly. BioWare wouldn't reveal details in this area, either, but we can only imagine that the fuel tanks will be upgradeable.

Helloooooo tedium.

[Rassklot]

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Cant wait for this ****.. definitely most anticipated for 2010.. that game was awesome... bioware never flops

[trobinson97]

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Helloooooo tedium.

Nooooooooooo!


I'm still pretty excited but yeah, I don't like that idea.

[BlueNGold]

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Will I even have a life after this game comes out?

[NYG_Meth]

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I should probably just break up with my girlfriend now.