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GDC 2008: Mass Effect PC First Look by IGN

The game looks largely the same as it did before, though its visuals are noticeably sharper. BioWare hasn't decided on a maximum resolution yet, though 1920 x 1200 is likely, but even so the glowing red stars hanging in the sky on alien worlds, dust blowing across plains, and reflections of interstellar light on the Mako were rather striking. More impressive were the loading times, which appeared to be between one and five seconds. As far as texture pop-in goes, an issue that frequently occurred on the Xbox 360 version, it occurred far less frequently from what IGN saw, and when it did all the textures loaded in rather quickly. Also addressed were the lengthy elevator rides in the Citadel, which will now apparently be a bit shorter in duration.

beast6656d ago

BUT
Mass effect
Bioshock
Gear of War
Lost Planet
Alan Wake
etc
ALL on PC and Better. ie extra levels or better graphics.
Thats why i am waiting on xbox and spend the that money on my PC.

Fishy Fingers6656d ago

PC version will always be better than their console counter parts. But obviously they come at a much higher hardware cost.

green6656d ago

PC games always look better.But i cant carry my PC around with me when i travel,Which lately has been alot.

SO i think i will stick to my console.

solar6656d ago

the three games i wanted a 360 for.....GeoW, Bioshock, and this are on PC now. its getting harder and harder to justify a purchase of a 360 when the games i want to play for the system keeps hitting PC. ill be picking this one up when it hits the shelves.

athlon7706655d ago

I borrowed if from a co-worker and like the game, hate the stuttering, pop-ins, long loading screens...

Everytime you step into a elevator, expect anything from a 12sec ride while it loads the data when you are off the Citadel, when you are on the Citadel, expect those rides to take from 20 to 24 seconds! Take a transport...wait 16 seconds, move from planet to planet, wait 14 seconds.

The pop-ins are really not as bad as some people make them out to be, and I only saw them right after a screen load which does not distract from the game play, but while playing, I have noticed a stutter then screen pop to come hand in hand.

Sounds like on the PC these will be fixed. There is a lot to this game which would justify its purchase on either system, but if you have waited this long, I would suggest waiting just a bit more till it is released on the PC.

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FirstknighT6656d ago (Edited 6656d ago )

PC is not always better. Atleast not on my PC and the majority of PC owners. If you have a 1000+ gaming PC rig than good for you but I rather be playing in the comfort of my living room on my big screen.

ps360s6656d ago

yea lucky for me I do have a 32" HD TV in my room and a nice leather seat :D

ps360s6656d ago (Edited 6656d ago )

I be getting this for the PC as I was holding out on getting it for my 360...I knew it will appear on the PC so I waited patiently :D can't wait

btw before anyone disagrees is the reason for me holding out and waited for it to coem to the PC its because when it comes to games like this (either PS3 or 360)I prefer it on my PC

aggh im on fire6656d ago

I got this for my 360 as i can't justify spending a big wedge to upgrade my pc, same goes for assasins creed..pc specs are massive while my console runs it fine.
But its a great game and well worth picking up if you haven't a 360.

Ps3ShellShock6655d ago

how many exculives did the 360 have in 2007?

i mean halo3, bioshock are on the PC now masseffect?? what else was left? PR4 is one any others?

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Mass Effect - N7 DAY 2025

Bioware writes: "Like you, we’ve heard the rumors lately. You’ve made it clear you care deeply about what’s next. So let’s start by setting the record straight: the next Mass Effect game is in development, and EA and BioWare remain committed to telling more stories in this universe."

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-Foxtrot186d ago

I expected nothing and I'm still disappointed

Like with Fallout, it's starting to feel studios are using TV / Film adaptations when they have no game info to talk about.

toxic-inferno186d ago

I feel the same way.

I mean, how difficult would it be for them to release SOMETHING of substance? Another short trailer? A couple of proper hints? A short story set during the original trilogy, but focused on fringe characters?

Hopefully they're working so hard on the game that they don't have time. But still, with every passing year and so little to show, the franchise will be slipping further and further from people's minds.

Profchaos186d ago

Yeah agree it's almost a cop out since Dev times are 5 to 10 years just throw out a few seasons instead you get them done in a year

jznrpg186d ago

I still haven’t beat Andromeda. I am waiting for a lull of good games in my backlog

P_Bomb186d ago

So the TV show will take place after the OG trilogy. I wonder which ending they’ll use?

Rebel_Scum186d ago

Should’ve just posted a picture of an Elcor saying “regretfully, we have nothing to share.”

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10 RPGs That Defined The Genre

Thanks to their innovative approach to gaming, RPGs like Dark Souls, Final Fantasy VII, and Dragon Quest left a significant impact on the genre.

ApocalypseShadow1082d ago

Good games but no Phantasy Star?

merlox1081d ago

Why do people forget Phantasy Star? That is one of my favorite RPG series. Another ther good but overlooked series is ,Y's.

anast1081d ago

ES3 set things off, it's a shame they got greedy and decided to cut corners so the executives could get huge pay days.

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10 Best Video Game Companions

GF365: "A friend makes the adventure all the more fun. Here are the best video game companions that will keep you company."

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