BioWare Launches Mass Effect 2 to
Intergalactic Acclaim
One of 2010’s Most Anticipated
Blockbuster Videogames Ships to Stores Worldwide Today
Edmonton, Alberta (January 26, 2010)
– Welcome back Commander Shepard. Prepare to fight for the lost! BioWare, a
division of Electronic Arts Inc., announced today that Mass Effect 2, the sequel
to the award-winning science-fiction phenomena Mass Effect, has begun shipping
to retailers worldwide. Noted for its intense shooter gameplay and deep,
hand-crafted story, Mass Effect 2 has received universal acclaim from top media
outlets around the world, earning an average review score of 97 based on 29
reviews on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, making the game the
second highest rated game for the platform of all time and 95 on PC.
See GameZone.com full review of
the title
here.
Dr. Ray Muzyka, co-founder, BioWare
and Group General Manager of the RPG/MMO Group of EA commented on the launch of
Mass Effect 2 saying, "Rich, immersive worlds, compelling characters and
stories, and intense action are some of the hallmarks of BioWare games, and Mass
Effect 2 truly raises the bar in every area. I’m incredibly proud of our team,
who worked passionately to deliver a very high quality game for our fans. This
epic sequel in the stunning Mass Effect universe is an extraordinary
accomplishment, one which we can’t wait to get into the hands of a world-wide
audience!"
The Mass Effect trilogy is an epic
science fiction adventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien
life and mysterious, uncharted planets. In Mass Effect 2, players will once
again step into the role of the heroic Commander Shepard, commanding their crew
of some of the most dangerous operatives from across the galaxy on a mission so
challenging that it’s potentially suicidal. Featuring intense shooter action, a
rich futuristic storyline, space exploration and emotionally engaging character
interaction, the game delivers an unparalleled cinematic experience.
Gamers who purchase a new copy of
Mass Effect 2 will also be able to activate the ‘Cerberus Network’, an in-game
portal in Mass Effect 2 that will keep fans engaged with the Mass Effect
universe through downloadable content (DLC) and news at no extra charge. The
first piece of DLC is available today, featuring a new mission around the
Normandy crash site. For players who do not buy the game new, the ‘Cerberus
Network’ can be unlocked through a one-time, in-game purchase of an activation
code for 1200 MS points on the Xbox 360 and $15 on the PC. BioWare will release
additional news on future ‘Cerberus Network’ content in the coming weeks.
Mass Effect 2 is available for the
Xbox 360 and the PC and is rated ‘M’ for Mature by the ESRB and ’18+’ by PEGI.
