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What starts as a routine mission to an agrarian outpost quickly becomes the opening salvo in an epic war. As the newly appointed Executive Officer of the SSV Normandy, you'll assemble and lead an elite squad of heroes into battle after heart-pounding battle. Each decision you make will impact not only your fate, but the destiny of the entire galaxy in the Mass Effect trilogy. Key Features: Incredible, interactive storytelling. Create and customize your own character, from Commander Shepard's appearance and skills to a personalized arsenal. Unleash devastating abilities as you command and train. Your decisions will control the outcome of each mission, your relationships with your crew and ultimately the entire war. An amazing universe to explore. From the massive Citadel to the harsh, radioactive landscape of the Krogan home world โ€“ the incredible breadth of the Mass Effect universe will blow you away. Travel to the farthest outposts aboard the SSV Normandy, the most technologically advanced ship in the galaxy. You'll follow the clues left by ancient civilizations, discover hidden bases with fantastic new tech and lead your hand-picked crew into explosive alien battles. Edge-of-your-seat excitement meets strategic combat. Find the perfect combination of squad-mates and weapons for each battle if you want to lead them to victory. Sun-Tzu's advice remains as pertinent in 2183 as it is today โ€“ know your enemy. You'll need different tactics for a squad of enemies with devastating biotic attacks than a heavily armored Geth Colossus so choose your teams wisely.
Release Date
Nov 20, 2007
Developers
BioWare
Publishers
Electronic Arts
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Is Mass Effect worth buying?

Steam
93.63% positive
'Very Positive', 16,554 reviews
Metacritic
89
Critics (IGDB)
89/100
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What is Mass Effect about?

What starts as a routine mission to an agrarian outpost quickly becomes the opening salvo in an epic war. As the newly appointed Executive Officer of the SSV Normandy, you'll assemble and lead an elite squad of heroes into battle after heart-pounding battle. Each decision you make will impact not only your fate, but the destiny of the entire galaxy in the Mass Effect trilogy. Key Features: Incredible, interactive storytelling. Create and customize your own character, from Commander Shepard's appearance and skills to a personalized arsenal. Unleash devastating abilities as you command and train. Your decisions will control the outcome of each mission, your relationships with your crew and ultimately the entire war. An amazing universe to explore. From the massive Citadel to the harsh, radioactive landscape of the Krogan home world โ€“ the incredible breadth of the Mass Effect universe will blow you away. Travel to the farthest outposts aboard the SSV Normandy, the most technologically advanced ship in the galaxy. You'll follow the clues left by ancient civilizations, discover hidden bases with fantastic new tech and lead your hand-picked crew into explosive alien battles. Edge-of-your-seat excitement meets strategic combat. Find the perfect combination of squad-mates and weapons for each battle if you want to lead them to victory. Sun-Tzu's advice remains as pertinent in 2183 as it is today โ€“ know your enemy. You'll need different tactics for a squad of enemies with devastating biotic attacks than a heavily armored Geth Colossus so choose your teams wisely.

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What is the cheapest place to buy Mass Effect?

Right now the lowest price for Mass Effect we're tracking is $10.73 at YuPlay โ€” 64% below Steam's $29.99. We compare 3 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Mass Effect has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Mass Effect is $5.99 at Steam on April 23, 2026. The current best price is about 79% above that low.

Is Mass Effect worth buying?

94% of 16,554 Steam user reviews for Mass Effect are positive ("Very Positive"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 89.

When was Mass Effect released?

Mass Effect released on November 20, 2007, developed by BioWare, BioWare Edmonton and published by Electronic Arts, Microsoft Game Studios.

What platforms is Mass Effect available on?

Mass Effect is available on PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360. It supports single player.

When do Mass Effect prices drop?

Mass Effect last hit a new low of $5.99 on April 23, 2026 at Steam. Current best price is $10.73. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Mass Effect?

The cheapest Mass Effect price right now is $10.73 at YuPlay, 64% below the Steam price.

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All-time low: $5.99 at Steam on Apr 23, 2026 โ€” the current best price is 79% above it.

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