GameSpot Reviews - Mass Effect 3 (PC, PS3, Xbox 360)

[@upol007]

I think this is the best review ever done by GameSpot

[@Wings80]

Best video game trilogy ever.

[@6IXSTRING90]

On God

[@hishamhelo]

Dead Space

[@Beef1188]

I finished ME3 only recently (I know, I know...), and watching this review - I have no idea what are those downsides you are talking about. Even if they were there, I was so awed by the game, I didn't even notice them. The only thing I regretted about mass effect 3 is that its over... BUT WHAT AN END! I wish I had never played the series so that I could experience it all over again for the first time.

[@chukky1124]

Just finished the triology with all DLC last night... i played it a year ago and with 3 i didnt even know anything anymore so for some reason it felled all new again

[@taylorabdon856]

BigBadBeef The thing that really upset people when it first came out was the ending. As long as you have the extended cut DLC, it's totally fine (and people who say it isn't are just entitled whiners and need to shut up and stop blaming Bioware -- it was EA's decision to push the game out before it was ready). Anyway, adding Leviathan, From Ashes, Citadel, and the Extended Cut makes the game go from being great to amazing, but even without all that DLC, it's super solid. I think fans just had too many expectations after the first game, and there was no way ME3 could've possibly lived up to them all. But yes, I absolutely agree that it's a fantastic game.

[@NSG_UK]

Is it worth a pound. Seen in my latest cex.

[@bfinn30]

Just think of Mass Effect like the original Star Wars trilogy. First game was fresh, new and something special. Second game is the best in the franchise and took everything to new heights. The third has a few obvious flaws(ending = ewoks) but in the end it's still most of what you always loved and even if it's not as good as 2 you're glad you stuck with it and invested in the franchise.

[@bfinn30]

UnknownPenguin Hope it's more like Force Awakens.

[@nipunnohria186]

Is it a bird? No It's A Penguin it did:(

[@Z50nemesis]

except.... 2 is the worst one by far

[@BlotRorschach]

And then Andromeda came along and...well, there's your prequel trilogy.

[@rafaelbisinoti]

It was a beautiful, intense, action packed, heart-breaking and insanely entertaining series to play through. I was shedding tears at the end of the third installment. Bioware did an amazing job despite the flaws, especially when it came to making is love the characters and feel immerse in such a huge universe. This trilogy will always have a special place in my heart.

[@Paperhat545]

Yes, because the quality of an entire series is solely based on the final entry's ending.

[@j2wild]

the only regret I have about this game is playing them. Because now there is no more others to play. definitely my favorite video game of all time. plus on PC the graphics are outstandingly better and alot of the bugs are fixed. Throughout my 100+ hours of combined gameplay with this series I've only encountered a bug a couple of times. Nowhere near game-breaking or mission-restarting worthy though.

[@vitoscaletta8568]

Kevin VanLord is the BEST Review LORD on GameSpot indeed!

[@grahamssssssss]

that music at the beginning is so epic

[@mark32811]

I've played it to level 16 and so far so good! The game is beautiful, tons of diverse characters (some new and many familiar), great story and lore. Even though the whole reaper threat is a little repetitive they still make it work. Tons of customizing options (even the type of game experience you want) and I've had none of the game or camera glitches mentioned in this video review. 9/10.

[@rikkani]

this is one of the best rpg i ever played in my life!

[@Aoleon]

@Wolfrain789 How do you get it that high? I thought mine was maxed out as the blue bar went all the way across (2500?)

[@MarkaNgamer]

Ok, aside from this advertising video get some OBJECTIVE points: BAD SIDES - False advertising - Day one DLC (also the later ones were bad comparing to ME2 add ons) - Beta state of the game recognizable especially in the beginning of the game. - Importing the characters does NOT WORK and given the fact that you spent tens of hours with them investing in the game first two sequels that is unforgiving! - Horrible faces, animations and lip sync (Anderson remined me of Muppet Show for example) - Lame dialogues without any creativity and passion (especially in the beginning and the end) - Last stand sucked big time (not even tens of characters facing the reapers - REALLY?? That is the army of the GALAXY??) - Really bad Quest management system - Lots of cheap tricks (like Tali´s face for example) - Lots of strange (or just bad) character behaviors in the story - Indoctrination theory was genius as it fixed many holes in logic (magic existance of that kid from the start for example), and that is final minus for them not going with it. Instead they gave extended cut that barely changed anything - so disappointing. - Oh, did I mentioned the ENDING?? GOOD SIDES - Awesome gameplay filed with options - Great visuals - Loading times - Some epic moments (if just we had more of these) - Great Art design - Quality voice overs Conclusion; Yes, overall it is still very good experience but this game was rushed badly and needed to be in development for at least one more year. My score 7 / 10

[@yakattack2983]

I like you

[@MarkaNgamer]

Custom ones don't work at all. Hell, even default ones changed a bit, especially female Shepard. I didn't developed a character for dozens of hours just to not being able to finish the story with them in ME3. I'll never forgive them for that.

[@MarkaNgamer]

***** PC

[@unkowndrunkenfrankli]

anyone know what the song is called at the beginning on the video? up to the 0:22 mark. i know its also used in the beginning of Vietnam in HD series that's on the History Channel.

[@DAJJJTV]

Can someone please tell me what the song at the beginning of this video is? I've been looking for so long with no luck.

[@suckithardnfast]

@AkademicDesignLabs What do you think that big red screen is in the very beginning with a big S on it, warning of spoilers?

[@ONowakowski]

@Sunbreaker7 Isn't Casey Hudson canadian? and isn't Bioware canadian as well?

[@JFDG84]

I probably should have played ME2 but I didn't. So, should I be an adept class or vanguard class? Do adepts really suck with guns? Are they that bad with weapons that they'd never use them? Can you level their gun damage up?

[@EFRAINKING20]

how many days do you need to finish this game? i want to rent this game at blockbuster so do you think that i can finish this game in 5 days? thanks and cheers from mexico.

[@prabshiro]

THIS IS A QUESTION TO ALL AMERICANS WHO HAVE PLAYED THE GAME [as it was released their first] whats the longevity of the game like ? do you feel like playing it again after you finished it . ?? will this stay in the collection or is it a trade in when finished. thanks.

[@RogerWazup007]

You can modify both in the bottom level of the Normandy, but it isn't until after the first few hours that you have access to this area.

[@TheEvilscotsman123]

I think in years to come this game will become a classic.

[@akbaranthony1413]

you could not have been more right my friend

[@drdoovey5425]

what number on the soundtrack is that tune at the beginning of the trailer??

[@shodrip]

@jordiekirk Did you play any of the earlier Mass Effect games? Coz that's exactly how I felt when I first played Mass Effect but after continued playing it kind of grew on me

[@bobnicksir1798]

Hey im wondering if there's any spoilers in this review before I watch it

[@INfernoLake]

I'm thinking of getting this on monday for the ps3 is it worth it? i heard lots of issues about it though

[@BigPhil2024]

is the multiplayer local aswell? or just online?

[@mariosmashfann]

does the singleplayer effect the multiplayer in anyway or does the multiplayer effect the campaign in any way

[@wraith27]

@JudgeMagisterRobert - The song is called "Protectors of the Earth" by Two Steps from Hell (2SFH). FYI, 2SFH have done many trailers for the Mass Effect series - from the Mass Effect 2: Fight For The Lost theatrical trailer, the ME3 Femshep trailer and the ME3 Take Earth Back trailer.

[@thejspace302]

Why would you put spoilers in a review? Review are supposed to inform a consumer whether they want to buy the game or not...

[@Wolfrain789]

@Aoleon umm, no not really; depending on your galactic readiness bar you can save earth AND shepard lives, theirs a cut scene at the end of the credits if your galactic readiness is above 4000.

[@MarvellousMorbing]

@mariosmashfann the Multiplayer affects the Galaxy readiness for the final space battle in SP.

[@jacksplat95]

Whats the music called at the begining of the review?

[@fifthgear93]

How is that first song called? from 00:01 to 00:22

[@Grvsnh96]

I just came here for mental satisfaction of a game should be reviewed after watching the mass effect legendary edition review of gamespot.

[@Grvsnh96]

It has 1.3k likes and 1k dislikes.

[@JoshuaDMaley]

Excellent review, very fair and well thought out. Makes me even more impatient to get out of work and go pick up my copy!

[@Koryo8]

Could someone please tell me where you can modify your weopons and armor ingame??

[@CVLFMG]

Is this a review or an extended trailer?

[@Truck--kun]

@gamespot 2:22 what armor is that?

[@OtterloopB]

It's reached the point that anybody who says, "What's so great about this?" has never played it. You've never played it. And don't give me any "I played for an hour" BS. That's sampling it, not playing it. If you DID play it, you would see what's so great about this series and why so many like it. Just because lots of people like it doesn't automatically mean it must cater to a lesser audience; maybe people like it because Mass Effect really warrants the love. It's just that rich and good.

[@MtMarshi]

@MeTaLISaWeSoMe95 Sorry its a late reply.Ive only just finished me3.I agree I was a bit like "oh was that it?" but not the devestating series breaker ppl keep saying it is!However id like to know when u say the fixed the ending,u mean the extended cut?just starteddownloading it,without giving owt away is it alot better?ie,does it make more sense or is it just added confusion at the end of I all?

[@Birdman721000]

I am tryn to see if I can change the look of my character mid-way through the game, if that is possible can someone help me, cause I can't figure it out

[@ManlyMunch]

is this a continuation from me2? or can i start from this game?

[@SuperMicklovin]

Biggest problems so far is that you can't mine planets anymore and there isn't many dialogue options.

[@MrXristosGR]

what is the song at the beginning?:S

[@drdoovey5425]

Someone please tell me what is the song @ 0:00 to 0:22 !! plzzzz

[@end3909]

Why hasn't a single reviewer mentioned how they nearly removed the dialogue wheel as a whole? And that when you get it there are only 2 options?

[@madman1547]

I hate people who say "I am vary disappointed with mass effect 3 because the ending" like seriously the end seemed fiting for the end of the best trilogy of all time.

[@RatchetHeartsZ1]

@iTZzCh3wb4cCa The reason Joker and the crew were smiling at the end, was because they didn't know Shepard died. They were passing through the mass relays at the same time that Shepard died.

[@mrnokia90]

do i have to play the first two to understand the character and story elements

[@BlotRorschach]

Mass Effect 3's biggest problem is more a problem with the whole series. The Reaper plotline was never given the nuance and depth of the smaller conflicts. Doesn't ruin the game for me though.

[@Vark5]

if my friend download ME3 from psn, can i download it too or did psn change this? cause i remember i used to do this to get free map packs lol

[@TheMovieAnalyzer]

I actually think the multiplayer maps are taken from the Singleplayer maps, that would make more sense right?

[@Nerdynate253]

If George Lucus never gave us Star Wars the Mass Effect universe would be the most deepest and amazing sci-fi story ever told to date.

[@Truck--kun]

2:22 what armor is that?

[@Shinigemy]

One Simple Question Can I Play Mass Effect 3 And Understand It Without Playing Any Of The First Two Games ??

[@aperson30]

did you do any side missions or talk with your crew? each game is around 40 hours long for completionists. and when it comes to mass effect, its good to be a completionist.

[@MrGamefreak197]

It is highly recommended that you play previous games in the series to get the full context, and pretty much get the full experience. If nothing else, you can download the interactive comics that basically condense the series down to where you get the basic gist of things and make the big decisions (interactive comic is included in the Wii U version if you wish to get that version).

[@nash3timemvp]

@lildickheads Regardless the sheer energy from them would still result in a super nova type explosion wouldn't it?Is it actually explained in the game?

[@Wolfrain789]

@Aoleon their isn't really a good ending per say, that's why i re-posted saying that i meant "different" ending. but their are endings where you can save earth. (ign.com/wikis/mass-effect-3/Endings)

[@NKEILSudios]

@shortanimationz yes he does, if you looked at the last second of the best ending, you can see shepard under the rocks. he then breathes in, and then it goes to credits

[@arbitor412]

The endings separately aren't terrible... Its when you see the ending for the second time, then you realize that the endings were cut and pasted, re using footage

[@halofreak4t5]

I'm going to be honest, I've never played a single Mass Effect game but have always been intrigued by the series. If I were to pick up ME3 and play it, would I be missing out on a lot of very useful info from the previous games? Or is it something anyone can pick up and play? When it comes to RPG franchises I usually try to start from the first game, but not sure how vital that is for this series.

[@GreenSamurai2]

I have heard a lot of reviews for Mass Effect 3 from fans of the series. And all of them say the same thing “Great atmosphere, great characters, good game play and a horrible ending. So it should be understood that up to the ending was great.” which is like saying “I spent a day at Disney Land even though at the end of the day I saw my car was stolen. I should remember up until I realized my car was stolen I had a wonderful time."

[@Theart182]

I played me1 and 2 as an engineer, can I change that in this one?

[@Aoleon]

@Aoleon Please do a video and post it here of the "happy ending" where Earth and Shepard survive as I want to see it. Thanks!

[@PauliusP33]

will i understand the plot if i only play me3? beause i havent played the prequels

[@HenrikE81]

Is it as black and white as ME 2 was? I mean, in ME 2 you should stick to be either bad or good in any situation, to get the most of the game. Plus will the decision you made in ME 2 have any impact to this game?

[@TacoandMak]

I think the guy taking wasn't the guy who put the video together. thats the editors fault.

[@Persason]

@Killthreath Without spoiling it to me was it that bad?? I haven't finished the game yet, but I am hoping for an epic conclusion.

[@AlezarGorewich]

Why can't people just keep their opinions to themselves? If you hated the game, don't try to convince others of how bad it is; if you loved the game, don't try to convince others of how awesome it is. If someone asks for your opinion, fine, but if no one asked, the you should keep it to yourself.

[@720icestorm]

hey is this game worth it i hear alot of good things about it but i never played a ME game so is it worth it

[@Blaccwing]

Do you guys think that it's bad that I played ME2 before ME1? I watched the ME1 summary though, so I know what went on

[@TRXMoose]

Should i get this game if i havent played any of the others? Getting the first two is out of the question.

[@Paperhat545]

What surprises me is that even with "horrible, ruined-by-the-ending story", and its "mediocre gameplay", this game got perfect or near perfect scores from many critics across the board.It even got a game of the year award, an award that I am sure you know doesn't get handed out to a game with mediocre story/gameplay.

[@eloyhbermudez]

i dont get why they didnt included the xbox 360 pad compatibility to the pc version

[@FishNChipz95]

Yeah, I can understand why people were annoyed at the ending. I wasnt really annoyed, just confused and had a feeling of WTF just happened. But now with EC the ending feels more complete and fleshed out and much more satisfying.

[@masterfreeman117]

Why? Sure there where too many enemies but I think it built up the tension very well.

[@masterfreeman117]

Mass Effect 3 is the most entertaining and most touching video game I have ever played. 99.98% of it were absolutely fantastic. Yes, the ending could have been better, but i do not see any sense in letting 5 bad minutes ruin 40 awesome hours. If you have no bigger worries than Mass Effect 3's ending not being the ending you wanted, which seems to be the case with some people, then you really have no real worries at all in your life.

[@Steinn0808]

@LGcrash did u not watch the final video ?

[@Skullking489]

If you get your final army over 4000 or 5000 (i'm not sure which because i was over 5000), the third choice appears. It is the only choice that doesn't kill loads of whatever. Your galactic readiness can only be increased by playing multiplayer and it shows what percentage of your final army actually is able to be used. For example, if my rating was 5000 and my galactic readiness was at 50%, then my army at the final battle will only be 2500. I heard if you get the level over 10000 sheperd lives

[@TheTrueDiablix]

"packs from which you choose a single item"? and where are these packs from which you choose a single item?:) All the packs I know of are the recruit pack, the veteran pack, and the specter pack, ALL of which give you everything that the pack unlocks

[@Walkthroughs14]

@NifE4HD Sorry, i wasn't expecting anyone to review my grammar. My apologies sir.

[@JpmestraoPSN]

Can shepard die? Whats the female shepard? Should i play the others before i start me3?

[@purplepinaple6]

for everyone complaining about the ending i think maybe the point wasn't just about the final cutscene...

[@MrLila36]

@Musicdudez since tali and mordin died on yours were there just different people playing there roll i mean i dont see any other salarian sacrificing himself for the cure

[@tobythewookiee3462]

I love this game so much. Just finished my first play through with ME1 and ME2. Glad I took my time to enjoy every bit of it and manage to save my whole crew. Looking forward to finishing the trilogy

[@haywood8990]

TobyTheWookiee ENDING FUCKING TRASH THO DUMB ASS LOGIC

[@Grvsnh96]

completed the game even with happy ending mod. now I can peacefully die

[@Aoleon]

@sivuh5 Maybe, but the outcomes were virtually the same. Earth destroyed and Shepard dead. Does that sound like a victory? In the ME 1 and 2 your actions determined whether you win or lose, but in ME3 you lose no matter what you do.

[@pickledparsleyparty]

@TacoTown254 Totally agree with you about the "rest of my crew" part. I think I remember my crew joining me when I ran at the Citadel beam. During that run, everyone was supposed to have died (except for 2 obvious bare survivals). How did they end up back on the Normandy? Even if they barely survived like I did, how did the Normandy extract them? That Reaper was absolutely wrecking shit.

[@MinisterAilingTongue]

Before I saw the promotions, I allowed myself to imagine how the story would be resolved. I wanted Sheppard to go to "dark space" and find out what the hell that is exactly. I thought one plausible way to conclude the story was perhaps to make the reapers evolve in their thinking--no outright defeat. Perhaps a symbolic victory against them in dark space would have made them turn to another corner of the universe for resources. A race of benevolent reaper-level creatures could have been--fuck it.

[@Daibron]

@Rajtis Not really, it's your own choices as to weather or not a character dies, everyone shown in the video can be saved I'm pretty sure.

[@mrduffman52]

Wats that song from in the beginning

[@salcorgom]

not sure the name of the song but its by "Two steps from hell". They've got other rather epic songs, worth to check out....

[@Sparky1002]

Sad to see so many folks upset by the ending...but the issues involved are so huge that the endings fit perfectly two points of view that any rational sentient will find hard to argue with.

[@Srky6P]

Choosing a girl instead of normal (male) Shepherd destroys everything. Just shits on every badass moment in entire trilogy...

[@CptMcCuddles]

I haven't played Mass Effect 3 yet. No spoilers, but is the ending really that awful, or is it just not the way it should have ended?

[@MrThelastwalker]

All of my friends have only played the first portion of Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and 3, goddamn, I have no one to talk to about the most epic game of our time!!!!!

[@monishgowda5975]

what's the name of the intro music???

[@funshinebeast7856]

Protectors of the earth - two steps from hell.

[@The12Jacob]

I hate the people who bitch, they bitched about ME2 (which IMO is way better than ME1) Mass Effect 3 is an absolute piece of art, I shed manly tears, well done Bioware thank you for creating this game.