Mass Effect Next: BioWare Focused Exclusively
- It's been five years since BioWare first announced it was working on a brand new Mass Effect game on November 7th, 2020 (N7 Day).
- The released footage, shared on social media, shows a brief exploration scene featuring Liara T'Soni, a returning character from the original trilogy.
- The declaration in 2020 followed a period of uncertainty for the Mass Effect franchise.
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mass Effect: Teh Long Wait for the Next Chapter
It’s been five years since BioWare first announced it was working on a brand new Mass Effect game on November 7th, 2020 (N7 Day). Today, November 7th, 2023, BioWare shared a promising sign of progress, offering fans a first look at early gameplay footage.
A Glimpse into the Future
The released footage, shared on social media, shows a brief exploration scene featuring Liara T’Soni, a returning character from the original trilogy. The surroundings appears to be a derelict structure, hinting at a perhaps darker and more mysterious tone for the new installment. While details remain scarce, the footage confirms the game is actively in development and utilizes the Frostbite engine, the same engine powering games like Dragon Age: Inquisition and the Battlefield series.
The Road to N7 Day 2023
The declaration in 2020 followed a period of uncertainty for the Mass Effect franchise. After the controversial ending of Mass Effect 3 in 2012, and the cancellation of the open-world RPG Anthem in 2021, fans were eager for a return to the universe. BioWare’s commitment to a new Mass Effect game was initially met with cautious optimism, and the subsequent silence fueled speculation and concern.
The Mass Effect Legendary Edition, released in May 2021, served as a bridge for both new and returning players, remastering the original trilogy and reigniting interest in the series. This release likely provided a foundation for the development team and a renewed sense of momentum.
What we certainly know (and Don’t Know)
Currently, BioWare has remained tight-lipped about specific details regarding the new game. Key unknowns include:
- Storyline: Will the game be a direct sequel to Mass Effect 3, a prequel, or a completely new story set within the same universe?
- Characters: Beyond Liara T’Soni, which other characters from the original trilogy will return?
- Gameplay Mechanics: Will the game retain the core RPG elements of the original trilogy, or will it introduce significant changes?
- Release Date: No release date has been announced.