OXM Mass Effect 2 review

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9.5

+ Enveloping universe filled with interesting characters and revealing side stories

Article states the the charcters are the heart and soul of the game. Poignant was a term used for their stories and side missions and not everything will have a happy ending.

+ Outstanding flexible combat and gorgeous environments

So the clunky ME combat has been fixed.

- Main story a bit disappointing.

All they say is it takes too long to build up steam, but uncovering the mysteries of the collectors and reapers is irresistable. Although they say due to it being the middle chapter in the trilogy.

- Dull element mining and hacking

Called it boring

? Why do characters cry oil slicks?

"But for all the myriad impovements that make ME2's visuals so appealing and its combat so exhilarating, its ultimately the way it moves us that makes it so memorable"

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Just as I had predicted, the side stories were going to be stronger than its main, but really, the characters and the creware the main plot in this one, more than any other Bioware game. Even its FMV trailer alluded to that fact. Its about winning loyalty over a group of flawed and shady characters, some who would care less about the task at hand and its importance.

Should have got 10/10. Can I get the link please? :P

Should have got 10/10. Can I get the link please? :P

SwagSurf

honestly, lets wait a bit longer, because A: It is a dedicated xbox magazine, B: It is an exclusive review. Two major indicators of bias, though if it is legit, it is awesome ;)

[QUOTE="SwagSurf"]

Should have got 10/10. Can I get the link please? :P

texasgoldrush

honestly, lets wait a bit longer, because A: It is a dedicated xbox magazine, B: It is an exclusive review. Two major indicators of bias, though if it is legit, it is awesome ;)

DoomZaW

Dude OXB gave MGS4 a 10 , I don't think there is much Bias.

Hard to believe that it is merely 3 weeks away. Where does the time go? Anyway, cannot wait.

Hard to believe that it is merely 3 weeks away. Where does the time go? Anyway, cannot wait.

ironcreed

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

:lol:You can say the samething about Mass Effect 1's story. If that's the case then I can't wait to play it.

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

:lol:You can say the samething about Mass Effect 1's story. If that's the case then I can't wait to play it.

I didn't realize Mike Singletary played video games.

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

dreman999

Dissappointing would have been something at like of this:

Shepards long lost dad who everyone thought were dead magically shows up being impressed with "how big shepherd has grown and he is sooooo proud of him" and has a problem which he wants him to help him out with. Presumably something with some sort of arch nemesis who just by coincidence is a reaper in disguise (terminator?), halfway through this incredibly unpredicable story the nemesis shows up, kills his dad, holds a speech, shepherd fires a well aimed shot at him and still misses, the nemesis laughs menacingly and flies away in some strange space ship. Shepherd has a bit of an emo period then goes off to kill the reaper for a second attempt at which he this time succeds.

How's THAT for a story?

and i will be apologizing in the start of febuary if it just so happend to be a spoiler

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

:lol:You can say the samething about Mass Effect 1's story. If that's the case then I can't wait to play it.

dreman999

Yeah that shouldn't be a minus...

Anyone with any knowledge in sci-fi should know that patience is a key skill to gain entry into the genre. Science fiction stories starts slow most of the time.

[QUOTE="dreman999"]

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

DoomZaW

Dissappointing would have been something at like of this:

Shepards long lost dad who everyone thought were dead magically shows up being impressed with "how big shepherd has grown and he is sooooo proud of him" and has a problem which he wants him to help him out with. Presumably something with some sort of arch nemesis who just by coincidence is a reaper in disguise (terminator?), halfway through this incredibly unpredicable story the nemesis shows up, kills his dad, holds a speech, shepherd fires a well aimed shot at him and still misses, the nemesis laughs menacingly and flies away in some strange space ship. Shepherd has a bit of an emo period then goes off to kill the reaper for a second attempt at which he this time succeds.

How's THAT for a story?

and i will be apologizing in the start of febuary if it just so happend to be a spoiler

I thought the same thing....how did you....

Is the element mining that exploration mode? I swear. we haven't heard anything about how the optional exploration works. It was horrendous in the last game. That is the only thing keeping me from purchasing this.Vandalvideo

You mine through launching probes from the Normandy...no planet landing needed.

Is the element mining that exploration mode? I swear. we haven't heard anything about how the optional exploration works. It was horrendous in the last game. That is the only thing keeping me from purchasing this.Vandalvideo

[QUOTE="dreman999"]

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

DoomZaW

Dissappointing would have been something at like of this:

Shepards long lost dad who everyone thought were dead magically shows up being impressed with "how big shepherd has grown and he is sooooo proud of him" and has a problem which he wants him to help him out with. Presumably something with some sort of arch nemesis who just by coincidence is a reaper in disguise (terminator?), halfway through this incredibly unpredicable story the nemesis shows up, kills his dad, holds a speech, shepherd fires a well aimed shot at him and still misses, the nemesis laughs menacingly and flies away in some strange space ship. Shepherd has a bit of an emo period then goes off to kill the reaper for a second attempt at which he this time succeds.

How's THAT for a story?

and i will be apologizing in the start of febuary if it just so happend to be a spoiler

Game's officially ruined thank you very much!

[QUOTE="Vandalvideo"]Is the element mining that exploration mode? I swear. we haven't heard anything about how the optional exploration works. It was horrendous in the last game. That is the only thing keeping me from purchasing this.gmc2u_64

OXM?? I suspected 10, aren't they official? RyoXX

cannot wait ME1 was an amazing games, as this is going to be incredible, here's to AAA or higher!

[QUOTE="RyoXX"]OXM?? I suspected 10, aren't they official? skinny_man_69

honestly, lets wait a bit longer, because A: It is a dedicated xbox magazine, B: It is an exclusive review. Two major indicators of bias, though if it is legit, it is awesome ;)

DoomZaW

Yea. Exclusives mags are biased as hell. But still I expect a 9.3 or something

Strong memorable characters sound excellent, and with the improved combat game's looking phenominal. Most fans will tolerate and enjoy the story as well I think.

Is the element mining that exploration mode? I swear. we haven't heard anything about how the optional exploration works. It was horrendous in the last game. That is the only thing keeping me from purchasing this.Vandalvideo

[QUOTE="Vandalvideo"][QUOTE="gmc2u_64"]Um, it's OPTIONAl. As in, you're NOT forced to do it.

texasgoldrush

[QUOTE="texasgoldrush"] There is no Mako exploration, you are dropped directly on the point of interest, thats criticism of the aspect in the first game is gone. What the criticism was the mining minigame where you scan the planet from your ship for minerals, and mine with probes. The review implies that they fixed all the problems in the first game.Vandalvideo

...do you think we give a crap? I mean, your Halo Fanbase nonsence already gives me an unfavorable impression of you, but ATLEAST acknowledge the fact that Bioware IMPROVED most of ME's flawsgmc2u_64

[QUOTE="gmc2u_64"]...do you think we give a crap? I mean, your Halo Fanbase nonsence already gives me an unfavorable impression of you, but ATLEAST acknowledge the fact that Bioware IMPROVED most of ME's flawsVandalvideo

first one got ten. It is disappointing to see this variation in score, however, I am sure that is a better game and will be GOTY

I'm starting to wonder if they only gave the first a 10 because it was 360 exclusive at the time.

9.5 is still great. If the main story is a fizzle that's a bit upsetting but it sounds like they fixed the lame sidequests and gunplay which is nice.

I'm starting to wonder if they only gave the first a 10 because it was 360 exclusive at the time.

9.5 is still great. If the main story is a fizzle that's a bit upsetting but it sounds like they fixed the lame sidequests and gunplay which is nice.

Wait.....That's what they mean by disappointing story...

That it's slow...

:lol:You can say the samething about Mass Effect 1's story. If that's the case then I can't wait to play it.

Spoiler warning please. :(sonicare

To be fair, that's how almost all of Bioware's games play out. Mass Effect 1 was a bit different since you recruited everyone at the start, and NWN1 was a bit different since there wasn't much of a story, but the rest of them follow a fairly straightforward structure that rarely changes.

Anyway, it's slightly concerning to hear that the story is one of the negatives. Perhaps people's worries that Bioware were spending too much time on the combat and not enough on everything else were justified?

Then again, the first game's story was also totally disappointing, since it really only felt like 1/3rd of a full RPG and certainly wasn't 'the best story ever' (as the lemmings hyped it to be), imo.

Just fully paid off my preorder on the collectors edition. So hyped for this.

I'm just mad you got your OXM before me. Stupid living in Northern Canada...

And good news! I need a job stat to afford the gaming winter.

Can't wait for this game!

[QUOTE="sonicare"]Spoiler warning please. :(Planeforger

To be fair, that's how almost all of Bioware's games play out. Mass Effect 1 was a bit different since you recruited everyone at the start, and NWN1 was a bit different since there wasn't much of a story, but the rest of them follow a fairly straightforward structure that rarely changes.

Anyway, it's slightly concerning to hear that the story is one of the negatives. Perhaps people's worries that Bioware were spending too much time on the combat and not enough on everything else were justified?

Then again, the first game's story was also totally disappointing, since it really only felt like 1/3rd of a full RPG and certainly wasn't 'the best story ever' (as the lemmings hyped it to be), imo.

Uhh dude, you spelled 10/10 wrong... Why am I seeing any hype other than 10/10?

Uhh dude, you spelled 10/10 wrong... Why am I seeing any hype other than 10/10?

Hathesulacon

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