Part 1 of  the Mass Effect 2 review can be found in a previous post here.

Mass Effect 2 Ashley

Ashley Williams Mass Effect 2 - She is a human soldier and a member of Commander Shepard’s squad. Mass Effect 2 Original Review Continues below.

Tweaks And Enhancements

While nothing integral to the design has been changed, the number of upgrades in Mass Effect 2 makes it seem like a distinct title on its own. The interface has mostly been reworked and camera positioning has become more shooter-oriented. A unique feature of this installment is the ability to import save- files from Mass Effect — dynamically structuring the story in accordance with actions performed in the initial adventure.

Mass Effect 2 also deploys improved combat tactics. A new cover-system, upgradeable weapons and biotic powers give you the edge over your enemy during tense shootouts. This doesn’t mean that taking down the galaxy’s worst enemy will be a piece of cake; the improved enemy Al employs enhanced powers, tactics and strategies to bring Shepard’s team down. In most cases, enemy units are often protected by shields, armour or barriers, which require special powers to break through.

The game’s dialogue system is just as important as the combat mechanics. Upgrades in the game now require mineral resources that can be procured during missions or scoured by visiting different planets and scanning them, which at times, reveals more side missions.

Sounds and Visuals


The cinematic experience of the game is a major jump from its previous iteration. Though at times, environments and objects may appear to have some odd effects, on the whole, the title boasts more polished visuals. Facial animation, in particular, has been done extremely well, with even the weirdest-looking aliens exhibiting vivid expressions.

The attention to detail can be witnessed in the improved environments, excellent sound effects quality and intricate voice-over work. The voice acting is performed by an extremely talented, star-studded cast and a stellar space-opera soundtrack further complements the game. Each character’s voice carries a distinct tone and style, lending greater realism to them.

Mass Effect rating

Mass Effect 2 is nothing short of a stunning title. The combat system has been refined to be more adaptable, the cinematic and audio work is absolutely mesmerizing, and the world it builds its lore upon is gigantic and immersive. Rest assured, you will gladly trade in hours of your life for the experience that this game provides.

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