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FranchiseMass EffectSeriesMass Effect

Mass Effect 2

Critic score9 critics
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First release
Jan 26, 2010
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Shooter · Action, Science fiction
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure. Game Features: Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items. Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy. Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.

Also known as ME2

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Storyline
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 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, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.Read more

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 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, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Jan 26, 2010
Xbox 360
Jan 26, 2010
Xbox 360
Jan 28, 2010
All 8 release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Jan 29, 2010
Xbox 360
Jan 29, 2010
PlayStation 3
Jan 18, 2011
PlayStation 3
Jan 21, 2011
PlayStation 3
Jan 27, 2011
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
18h
Main + Extras
37h
Completionist
62h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
aliens, assassin, exploration, bloody, disease
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At a Glance

Critic Score
96
Main Story (IGDB)
18h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
37h
Completionist (IGDB)
62h
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