What about the story?
Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 5:46 pm
I was just wondering how would you describe the story-line in Mass Effect?
I have not actually played this game, which is why I'm asking for your opinion. But from what I've read, you have your stereotypical protagonist Shepard which doesn't seem to have any interesting background (the Personal History Summary seemed rather cheesy), and your squad mates seem to have straight-forward objectives without much inner-conflicts.
I always dislike it when characters are simply born good at what they do or are extremely lucky as to be affected by a once-in-a-lifetime situation. I'd rather see them start as normal individuals, take command of their lives, manipulate their environment, and develop a personal philosophy that guides their self-education.
I have not actually played this game, which is why I'm asking for your opinion. But from what I've read, you have your stereotypical protagonist Shepard which doesn't seem to have any interesting background (the Personal History Summary seemed rather cheesy), and your squad mates seem to have straight-forward objectives without much inner-conflicts.
I always dislike it when characters are simply born good at what they do or are extremely lucky as to be affected by a once-in-a-lifetime situation. I'd rather see them start as normal individuals, take command of their lives, manipulate their environment, and develop a personal philosophy that guides their self-education.
The spectacular in-game cinematics, nice 100% voiceover, pleasant music, a few dramatic choices you have to make, and the ending(s) all add to the feeling of watching a movie. There are several squad members you pick up early in the game. My favorites are Garrus and Wrex. The most annoying - Liara. However, you quickly learn to choose your squad members according to their usefulness (depending on your class) because there is no personal interaction to be expected on a mission.