Mass Effect 2

Mass Effect 2
Basic Information
Type(s)	Video Game
Developer(s)	BioWare Corporation
Publisher(s)	Electronic Arts, Microsoft Game Studios
Perspective	Third-person
Setting	Futuristic
Series	Mass Effect
Predecessor title	Mass Effect
Successor title	Mass Effect 3
Genre(s)	Action, RPG, Third-person Shooter
Media	DVD-ROM, Digital Download
Input	Keyboard, Mouse
Platform(s)	Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Windows
Digital Platform(s)	Origin, PlayStation Store, Xbox Games Store
Release(s)
Retail Features
Ratings
Content Descriptor(s)
PEGI
International Release Date(s)
Origin for Windows January 22, 2010
European Release Date(s)
Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows January 29, 2010
North American Release Date(s)
Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows January 26, 2010
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Mass Effect 2 is a third-person action game that was developed by BioWare Corporation. The game was released on Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows on January 26, 2010. The game takes place in the future, after the events of Mass Effect. Also available as a Limited Collector's and Digital Deluxe Edition.

Gameplay

Mass Effect 2 is a third-person role playing shooter video game, much like its predecessor Mass Effect. Like the first game, the player has the ability to pause the game mid-battle and issue commands to the player's allies, as well activate their own personal powers. The player also has the ability to upgrade their armor and weapons over time as the player locates upgrades. Many changes were made over the first instalment, such as removing the confusing mod & upgrade system for weapons and armor, and introducing an ammo constraint for weaponry in lieu of an overload mechanic.

The game allows the player to play as their player from the previous game, or start as a whole new Commander Shepard. Some of the ways to customize the character include selecting their gender, race, and personal history.

Reception

Mass Effect 2 received generally positive reviews. GamePro gave the game a 4.5 out of 5, stating that "the games' build up was great but the ending left disappointment".

See also

• Mass Effect
• Mass Effect 3

Localization

PC Language Support
Platform	Interface	Full Audio	Subtitles
Origin

Minimum & Recommended Specifications

Origin Release Specifications
Minimum Specifications		Recommended Specifications
Operating System	Microsoft Windows Windows XP SP3 / Windows Vista SP1 / Windows 7	Operating System
CPU	Microsoft Windows Core 2 Duo 1.80 GHz	CPU	Microsoft Windows Core 2 Duo 2.60 GHz
RAM	Microsoft Windows 1.0 GiB (Windows XP) 2.0 GiB (Windows Vista / 7)	RAM	Microsoft Windows 2.0 GiB
Graphics	Microsoft Windows Pixel Shader 3.0 Support	Graphics
GPU	Microsoft Windows GeForce 6800 Radeon X1600 Pro	GPU	Microsoft Windows GeForce 8800 GT Radeon HD 2900 XT
HDD Space	Microsoft Windows 15 GiB	HDD Space
Sound	Microsoft Windows DirectX 9.0c-compatible	Sound	Microsoft Windows DirectX 9.0c-compatible
Additional Software Required	Microsoft Windows DirectX 9.0c August 2008	Additional Software Required	Microsoft Windows DirectX 9.0c August 2008
Notes	Microsoft Windows The following minimum system requirements apply to NVIDIA GeForce 7300, 8100, 8200, 8300, 8400, 9300, ATI Radeon HD3200, and HD4350. Video and sound card driver updates may be required. Intel and S3 video cards are not officially supported in Mass Effect 2.	Notes	Microsoft Windows For best performance, make sure your video and audio card drivers are up to date. The notebook or mobile version of the video card is not sufficiently verified and may cause drivers or other performance issues. These cards are also not officially supported in Mass Effect 2. Intel and S3 video cards are not officially supported in Mass Effect 2.