A 2010 sci-fi action RPG centered on assembling a diverse squad for a high-stakes “suicide mission,” blending third-person combat with branching narrative and impactful choices.
- Developer: BioWare
- Genre: Action RPG, third-person shooter
- Platforms: Xbox 360, PC (2010); PS3 (2011); later in Mass Effect Legendary Edition
- Mechanics: Paragon/Renegade morality, loyalty missions, squad abilities and classes, conversation interrupts
- Notable: Character-driven storytelling, consequences across the trilogy, acclaimed companion writing and mission structure