Mass Effect Legendary Edition updated all three of the games in the main trilogy of Mass Effect. Now is the best time for players to play the game, as Mass Effect Legendary Edition has been added to EA Play and Xbox Game Pass. New and returning players can benefit from the following tips as they take control of Commander Shepherd in this star-spanning adventure to save the galaxy.
The Mass Effect trilogy sees the player controlling Commander Shepherd on a grand space adventure over the course of three games. This adventure has seen tweaks since the original release of these games. Of the many tweaks made to the game, combat has been updated across the whole trilogy. This change can be felt the most in the first game, as Bioware has updated Mass Effect‘s combat to be closer to the combat in Mass Effect 2 and 3. While there are still differences between the games, these tips can be used in all three games.
In Mass Effect Legendary Edition, the character creation tools have been uniformed across all three games, with additional customization options added. This means that players can opt to use the same look for Commander Shepherd across the entire trilogy. In addition, while story choices made in an earlier game can affect the player’s experience in a later entry, gameplay choices, such as character build, can be changed for each trilogy title. Again, this means that players can choose how they want to play for each entry in this star-spanning saga.
Beginner’s Tips for Each Game in Mass Effect Legendary Edition
The following tips should prove beneficial for new and returning players to the Mass Effect trilogy:
- Choose the right Class – Every class in the game has strengths and weaknesses. Players should choose the class that best fits their playstyle. The classes also play differently across the trilogy, so players shouldn’t be afraid to change their class between games. Any class can beat the game, making class choice a matter of personal preference.
- Bring complimentary Companions – Companions in Mass Effect are not created equal. Choosing which companions venture with Commander Shepherd is more than just aesthetic as each companion has its range of abilities they can bring to the mission. Every team a player assembles should have at least one Biotic wielder and one Tech specialist. Not bringing a well-rounded team can make combat exceptionally difficult.
- Upgrade equipment regularly – Like most other Roleplaying Games, the stats on the player’s gear are vital to their character staying relevant in later sections of the game. Working towards and equipping the best armor upgrades in Mass Effect Legendary Edition can be rewarding, but regular updates to the player’s gear can make that journey easier.
- Explore the galaxy – With three games and many DLCs included in one bundle, there is a lot of content for players, which can be overwhelming. However, players shouldn’t sleep on the side quests in these games. These side quests provide more stories and possibly great rewards that increase the experience players gain. This increased experience allows players access to abilities earlier, which could turn the tide in an important battle down the line.
- Play the games in order – Playing the games in order can be very important for experiencing the story. First, players can import their save from previous titles, allowing later games in the trilogy to acknowledge and react to the player’s earlier decisions. Second, with the removal of multiplayer from Mass Effect 3, how the final game ends has been altered. Multiplayer used to influence how a player’s story ended. With that removed, the ending is based on the player’s actions throughout the trilogy. Finally, players who start their save file in an earlier game will have more control over their ending without doing every piece of side content in the final game.
These five tips should go a long way in helping new and returning players lead their Commander Shepherd to a well-earned victory in Mass Effect Legendary Edition and defeat the horrors that lurk deep in space. And with the recent teaser for a possible Mass Effect sequel, that victory may lead to future adventure among the stars.
Mass Effect Legendary Edition is available to play now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S platforms.
