oneils
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I think you get materials for crafting and that's how you upgrade weapons. You can get the materials on the planets too.
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Mass Effect: Andromeda |OT| Ryders on the Storm
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I think you get materials for crafting and that's how you upgrade weapons. You can get the materials on the planets too.
Captain_Wreckus
Member
not yet for me. 3 hrs & 12 minutes left.
Is exploration worthwhile? Seems that people give conflicting reporte over the exploration thing. Others say there isnt much to explore except doing the quests, others claim otherwise.
My real question is, are there things to discover, surprises, landmarks, towns etc etc? Or is it just barren landscapes with the occasional enemy outpost? Also are the planets interesting enough and do they offer variety of locals?
Exploration is extremely important to me. If this aspect is worthwhile i am willing to give the game a chance.
One final question if i may, is Nexus conciderably large or is it the usual 4 small sections / corridors etc like in previous games?
Thanks
My real question is, are there things to discover, surprises, landmarks, towns etc etc? Or is it just barren landscapes with the occasional enemy outpost? Also are the planets interesting enough and do they offer variety of locals?
Exploration is extremely important to me. If this aspect is worthwhile i am willing to give the game a chance.
One final question if i may, is Nexus conciderably large or is it the usual 4 small sections / corridors etc like in previous games?
Thanks
wesleyshark
Banned
Hmmm just checked and I don't see an update yet.
dave is ok
aztek is ok
You can unlock it by VPN using a country where it's tomorrrow already
Ah, thanks!
I live in the Philippines though, it's already tomorrow here
EDIT: Switched to a Singapore proxy and was able to unlock... we're in the same time zone!
I know not everybody like the flying & zooming in happening when selecting a planet on the galaxy map, but I kinda like it as someone who just love space and seeing the pretty views, on top of the relaxing galaxy map music.
Not everyone cup of tea I know, but still.
Not everyone cup of tea I know, but still.
mikemandey
Member
Preset 1 (the Asian) looks good but I like the customized version of preset 5 better
My fem Ryder:
http://imgur.com/a/2w64n
My fem Ryder:
http://imgur.com/a/2w64n
Exploration is reminiscent of ME1. It has more things to see. But it isn't as great as you would think. Sometimes it is fun, other times it isn't. It does feel pretty great though when you get to specific places without spoiling. There are things hidden for those into lore or exploration. It is better than the previous mass effects. How does that sound? Keep in mind exploration in previous games started to be non existent and was more linear.
The Nexus, as you upgrade does get bigger without spoiling. Keep in mind you also have outposts. Without spoiling. Naturally it doesn't recapure the feeling of first seeing the Citadel in ME1. But it can be large for sure.
I had this when using a VPN, when I closed Origin and re-opened it I could click the play button.
Whoa now, what's this about a crate you can save scum for weapons?
Thanks for this. Sounds good to me. So the planets arent just barren wastelands where you hope onto your vehicle and drive across vast distances of nothingness just mining your way to the next enemy outpost, right? I mean there is actual interesting level design in there.
wesleyshark
Banned
Really hope Microsoft gets their shit together. Xbox Live is currently have problems playing digital titles lol
MeisterLeder
Banned
New Patch went out on XboxOne.
774mb
774mb
You download a program called nVidia Inspector. Once you have it running, you click on the tools icon next to where it says Driver Version. You then select Mass Effect Andromeda from the profile list. Once that is done, you click on "setting value" for SLI compatibility bits (dx11), chose the one that lists the last 4 Battlefield games, and hit apply changes. Done
Freezasaurus
Member
So do we have to redeem the Andromeda Initiative helmet from watching those briefing videos or is that tied via the EA/PSN/XBL account?
Made my Ryder today (Asian female looks great... thanks to that other thread) and played less than an hour. Some jank and cheese here and there, but I'm happy to be playing Mass Effect again.
Should I pre-order before it unlocks tonight for the bonuses? Is there anything worthwhile in there?
Should I pre-order before it unlocks tonight for the bonuses? Is there anything worthwhile in there?
Should be tied to your origin account, once you login to the game it should appear where the DLC items appear. (In your cabin once you gain control of the Tempest)
There's some weapons, one of which is apparently pretty powerful for the opening hours of the game, some armor pieces (I think it increases exp gain) an extra casual outfit, and a pet pyjack, along with a multiplayer item crate. YMMV on if you think they're worth it.
Thatonemoor
Member
Just picked up the game. Don't know how it will review for me personally but I love Mass Effect and I'm gonna judge it by myself.
adamsapple
Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
Just got back from the local GameStop with my copy.
Surprising number of people in line, i counted 24+ people and more coming in for ME by the time my turn came up.
Surprising number of people in line, i counted 24+ people and more coming in for ME by the time my turn came up.
Tied to your EA account, I think. I didn't have to do anything on PC.
therealminime
Member
Kallo looks so good in some of the cutscenes.
Admiral Woofington
Member
Hmmm. Played for quite a bit today. I gotta say I'm pleased, but not amazed. Game is very solid, with issues to dialogue and animation. Side missions are standard rpg fare for the most part. Nothing as mmoish as inquisition, but not too far off. They at the least tend to have a story to these side missions at least.
I don't know how to feel about the game as a whole, will wait for final thoughts. I think my biggest disappointment so far is how little characters you bring with you have to say about your missions.
I don't know how to feel about the game as a whole, will wait for final thoughts. I think my biggest disappointment so far is how little characters you bring with you have to say about your missions.
Gamer @ Heart
Member
I can feel you, I'm excited to play the game and expect to enjoy the hell out of it. But you have to step back a bit from the scores and this comparison. What gave Zelda those scores were very clear in the reviews and none of it had to do with writing or story. This game being better in both those aspects to you, does not invalidate Zelda or MEAs scores by their respective reviewers which were likely different across outlets. Also, step away from 10 = perfect game thinking. This isn't a math test where there are right or wrong answers and thus a perfect score is possible. It's a video game and a perfect score in this industry is a sign of recommendation and critical appraisal, not its inherent quality.
Yep. There was a lot of ppl in my store. Seems there are still gamers out there that will form their own reviews
It gets easier as you level up and upgrade your abilities.
They are wastelands until...
There is some level design at parts. But think of it sort of like Destiny meets Mad Max. I can honestly understand what you are asking here and I feel ultimately you will be disappointed. But it is something.
adamsapple
Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
Wow, didn't realize game was already up to version 1.04 on launch day.
Trickster
Member
Would you say that I should stick with it if I normally prefer hard in other games?
Admiral Woofington
Member
Anyone else finding the amount of dialogue for characters you gain at a time a bit disappointing? I don't know if I'm coming back way more often to try and talk with them again, but so often there's nothing new added
Yes. I'd also recommend trying to research/buy some new weapons when possible.
Hard is pretty tough here. Insanity is ridiculous. I would say if you love hard modes, choose hard. But it will be tough.
Admiral Woofington
Member
So far the weapons I got with my deluxe edition are eclipsing every other weapon. I might buy those special weapons at the store that cost a bit to see if they make a difference.
Cornbread78
Member
Just picked my copy up from Gamestop. Make sure they print the pre-order bonus code for you. It's not included in the box..
Hasphat'sAnts
Member
Must've missed this.
Can you tweak your companion's armor tints?
Can you tweak your companion's armor tints?
DarkChronic
Member
Um, wow. Put me in the minority, but I'm really enjoying this so far.
I'm not far at all, but the poor animation/writing complaints seem a tad overblown so far. Granted, it's not great, and there's certainly some jank here and there, but it's fairly easy to look past.
I'm liking male Ryder more than I thought I would. He sounds just like Nathan Drake, but it works for him. The voice work has been decent, overall. Nothing offensive.
Game is a looker, especially some of these environments. Really neat stuff to look at.
Honestly? And I'm still early, but - if you're a fan of Mass Effect, you'll enjoy this game. I'm really excited to dig into it some more.
I'm not far at all, but the poor animation/writing complaints seem a tad overblown so far. Granted, it's not great, and there's certainly some jank here and there, but it's fairly easy to look past.
I'm liking male Ryder more than I thought I would. He sounds just like Nathan Drake, but it works for him. The voice work has been decent, overall. Nothing offensive.
Game is a looker, especially some of these environments. Really neat stuff to look at.
Honestly? And I'm still early, but - if you're a fan of Mass Effect, you'll enjoy this game. I'm really excited to dig into it some more.
I did, but I regret it now seeing some of the ones people have come up with. I changed his sister to one of the other presets though
MosquitoSmasher
Member
New as in that it wasn't already in the trial version? That would be good news.
Gonna try to make a cool either female or male Ryder tomorrow but if I fail I'll hopefully find some good ones here around that time.
DeadlyParasite
Member
I am, no complaints after my time with the trial.
I also plan to do a default fem-ryder playthrough after.
Always default for first playthrough. I didn't default my first ME1 playthrough 10 years ago, but went default after that.