Mass Effect 2

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  • Summary: The Mass Effect trilogy is a science fiction adventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien life forms and mysterious uncharted planets. In this dark second chapter, Saren’s evil army of Geth soldiers has just been defeated, and humans, who are still struggling to make theirThe Mass Effect trilogy is a science fiction adventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien life forms and mysterious uncharted planets. In this dark second chapter, Saren’s evil army of Geth soldiers has just been defeated, and humans, who are still struggling to make their mark on the galactic stage, are now faced with an even greater peril. [BioWare]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. Everyeye.it
    100
    Despite some graphical disappointments and the infamous console-driven imprint, the next chapter of this beautiful Bioware saga stands with right among the most enjoyable and immersive adventures ever created for the videogame industry.
  2. Thunderbolt
    100
    Mass Effect 2 is a triumph of an action game, blending satisfying shooter levels with dark themes and hours of heated debate.
  3. Eurogamer Portugal
    100
    Mass Effect 2 is an epic in every sense, not forgetting anything. It can hold us until the last second, and still allows us to go further.
  4. Meristation
    95
    Mass Effect 2 captures the elements that made the original a game to remember, showing once more the mastery of Bioware creating great stories and unforgettable characters. Not happy with that, the studio shows their will to surpass themselves with a very improved combat system which does a lot of right things to approach the gameplay of the best third person shooters available. Perhaps, in some aspects the team has been too overzealous to streamline certain aspects of the first game, loosing a bit of the original ingenuity, but it can't be discussed that the result is a more polished and focused title.
  5. IGN UK
    92
    On most levels it’s hard to fault Mass Effect 2; this is a sequel that polishes many of the original’s faults, tightening the combat and turning the screw on Shepard in the fight to save humanity with an impressive flair.
  6. Gamers.at
    90
    Mass Effect 2 may have turned a bit more into a shooter than its predecessor, but the story and the dense atmosphere will appeal to SciFi- and roleplay fans alike.
  7. Absolute Games
    74
    Remove the ho-hum gunplay, and the rest is an interactive action movie that's decent enough for one walkthrough. Don’t go for seconds, though. And if you’re still craving for a space opera fix by the time you’re done with Mass Effect 2, better rent all five seasons of Babylon 5.

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  1. Positive: 612 out of 767
  2. Mixed: 110 out of 767
  3. Negative: 45 out of 767
  1. AkiI
    Apr 7, 2010
    10
    I haven't played a game as satisfying as ME2 in years, on keeping all it's promises and surpassing all expectations. A true I haven't played a game as satisfying as ME2 in years, on keeping all it's promises and surpassing all expectations. A true roleplaying game, with choices you've made following you to the end, instead of just the hollow leveling. Makers of Fina Fantasy should play this game to learn how to write good and believable characters and outcomes.… Expand
  2. kuragulka
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Самая лучшая часть из всей трилогии. Статистика говорит об этом. И я тоже. Надеюсь BioWare с новым Mass Effect постарается ещё лучшеСамая лучшая часть из всей трилогии. Статистика говорит об этом. И я тоже. Надеюсь BioWare с новым Mass Effect постарается ещё лучше
  4. toxoid
    Aug 29, 2011
    10
    Easily in my all time top 3. People are so afraid to be interested in a game that is not labeled rpg if they have already establishedEasily in my all time top 3. People are so afraid to be interested in a game that is not labeled rpg if they have already established themselves as hardcore gamers. Some games that are not role playing, or strategy games are actually good. Believe me when I say its okay to like a couple of shooters. Whether mass effect 2 is a shooter or an rpg, well the definition for rpg can be found all over the internet. It is really sad that before jumping into an amazing game some gamer still have to convince themselves that it is an rpg, seriously guys you're not a gamer if that is all you are interested in. rpg players enjoy story line right?… Expand
  5. dlcwolf
    Mar 21, 2020
    9
    Surely a step over the first, story-line very well define and coherent, and a great improvement on the graphic, game-play and ambient.Surely a step over the first, story-line very well define and coherent, and a great improvement on the graphic, game-play and ambient. Ambiences seems much more smaller than the first, but the game gains in all is aspect much more depth. Must play the DLC, to live the related love story (i followed the one with Liara) and very well done plots. Remember, you must play before the Mass Effect 1, to understand all the species, character and the universe behind. For who loves Sci-Fi, is a must to play and know.… Expand
  6. LastAstronaut
    Oct 22, 2019
    9
    Absolutely a masterpiece of a space-epos. Loved every bit of it, (especially the moment your in open space).
  7. iddqd4
    Mar 17, 2018
    8
    В этот раз сюжетец можно описать вообще двумя словами, собираем команду и летим на одну последнюю миссию. Написано гораздо слабее первойВ этот раз сюжетец можно описать вообще двумя словами, собираем команду и летим на одну последнюю миссию. Написано гораздо слабее первой части. И так во всем.… Expand
  8. Johnobudiman77
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    Gw sangat merekomendasi Mass effect 2 bagi kalian yang suka game rpg, shooting, maupun adventure. Mass effect 2 dikeluarkan pada tahun 2010Gw sangat merekomendasi Mass effect 2 bagi kalian yang suka game rpg, shooting, maupun adventure. Mass effect 2 dikeluarkan pada tahun 2010 yang mempunyai story yang bagus dipadu grafik keren, penyuara karakternya mantap. dan gameplay yang lumayan mudah kalo udah mulai terbiasa. Wajib lah menurut gw kalo lu lagi bosen trus nyari game yang bagus. Gile sih EA tahun 2013 kebawah. mereka punya game yang bagus-bagus dengan storyline yang keren. Eh kesini-sini malah DLC dan microtransaction.… Expand

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