Well, I'm guessing there might be builds that are only possible with a Rank X character, given the unique skill combinations characters have.
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Mass Effect: Andromeda |OT| Ryders on the Storm
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Well, I'm guessing there might be builds that are only possible with a Rank X character, given the unique skill combinations characters have.
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Gamer @ Heart
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I feel you. But the definition of RPG has completely evolved into meaning stats and gear etc which is what the person you quoted meant, and I have to agree with. Compared to 2/3 which were basically corridor shooters, this game actually having options as far as meaningful weapon and gear is refreshing.
RPG meaning actual narrative role-playing is kind of sadly antiquated at this point.
Mine: ME1 > MEA > ME3 > ME2
Explanation: ME2 had huge continuity and character retcons that ticked me off sooo much, while not continuing the Reaper saga. ME3 would be lower if SP alone, but the MP was very good.
This game keeps breaking in the same side quest!!!
What a joke
I'm trying to put down the third seismic hammer and fight this remnant architect, but I keep dying, reloading from my last save to try again doesn't launch the fight. So I have to close the entire game on ps4 and try again.
What a joke
GGNKovalski
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Mine would probably go ME2 > ME1 > MEA > ME3 but I'm still super early in MEA so it could change. ME2 is easily on of my favorite games of all-time but I can totally see why some would like ME1 more. ME1 is far more of a RPG and had a greater sense of exploration/discovery.
Durrzerker
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CommandThrower
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An idea for a thread name:
Mass Effect: Andromeda Multiplayer |OT| Raising Hell in the Helius Cluster
Mass Effect: Andromeda Multiplayer |OT| Rubber Bandguard
ResidentDante
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I'm absolutely loving the singleplayer. It's the ME I dreamed of. I just love the huge planet surfaces with lots of stuff to explore and uncover. Terra-forming and building colonies just blew me away yesterday! I can't wait to continue playing over the weekend.
EatChildren
Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
Mass Effect as a franchise is not unlike Zelda to me, wherein so many of the games excel phenomenally in some areas at the expense of others. I struggle to rank them in order of whole, so much as the individual components that make them up.
I'm enjoying Andromeda a lot. It absolutely has issues and direction I don't fully agree with. But it's also the only game since the very original to make large open planetoid exploration with emphasis on scale and scope a major focus of the overall vision. I lamented their absence in both ME2 and ME3, and so to see them back is a thing of beauty.
Trickster
Member
But the gear and stat system is not very good.
The difference in the gear you can craft and use at lvl 30+, is hardly any different than what you can use at lvl 10. I'm lvl 32 and I've litterally used the same shotgun and sniper for the last 20 or so levels. There's been no reason for me to use something different. Stat scaling as you level in this game is just non existant.
As for my armor, that is something I choose 100% based on looks. Because whether my chest gives me +7% accuracy or +5% biotic power is something that I couldn't care less about.
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hey anyone want to boost my batter??
Your face looks tired.
CommandThrower
Member
There's no thread for ME: A MP as of yet. I say go for it!
cjtiger300
Member
After about 18 hours of play, I have come to the conclusion that about half of the reviewers were overly harsh on this game. I'm thoroughly enjoying the game and don't regret my purchase at all. It's not without it's issues, but it does a bunch of stuff right. If they get a patch out for the Pro, it will be even better.
I'll make a simple thread, that way folks can discuss it. TBH, once I started MP, I have not went back to SP
ScaryShark
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People need to be ranking what really matters.
Jacket > Long Sleeves > Hoodie > Short Sleeves
Also, Cora's loyalty mission feels like suuuch a (intentional) throwback. Pretty cool.
Jacket > Long Sleeves > Hoodie > Short Sleeves
Also, Cora's loyalty mission feels like suuuch a (intentional) throwback. Pretty cool.
Rellik
Member
Jacket is superior but I need an option to remove them fancy gloves.
Doomshroom
Member
i Bought the game yesterday and jumped right into multiplayer and im not havig a good time atm. Played maybe 6 matches the game froze in two matches, lag made two matches unplayable, failed one and finished one. I hope they get shit together.
ME2 > ME3 > Andromeda > ME1
Andromeda has the best gameplay in the series, not a single doubt about. It just isn't a very compelling experience for playing for the story.
If the story were better it'd take the top spot instantly. It is fun to play, but again, story isn't very good.
There are quite a few worthwhile sidequests on Veold. Nice to actually be rewarded with mildly interesting little stories when you go off the beaten path. Hell I even went back to Eos and they had some good ones. That assault on the Kett base was fucking awesome.
As for rankings, I definitely like Andromeda more than 1 so far. Too early in the story to tell if it will overtake 3 and 2 but the combat and MP are putting it up there.
As for rankings, I definitely like Andromeda more than 1 so far. Too early in the story to tell if it will overtake 3 and 2 but the combat and MP are putting it up there.
Is there any other casualwear to unlock? Or does that seem like a purely DLC thing?
MagicWithEarvin
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ME1 holds a special place on my heart. The writing, the mako and planet exploration (even if there was nothing there, I still enjoyed) and that main menu theme.
ME2 > ME3 > Andromeda > ME1
In saying that though, the original Mass Effect had the strongest storyline and the best villain of the series. But I just overwhelmingly like the crew more in the other games and I was late to the party with Mass Effect 1 since I already beat 2 and 3 the first time I played.
So I just found this kind of cool thing that's... probably not intended. And I'm sure I'm not the first to find it.
The Remnant assault rifle you can develop is like a rechargable beam weapon, never runs out of ammo. It has "1" clip that continuously refills.
... Consumables ammo applies to "the next three clips" in the weapon. Which for this weapon is... the entire magazine. So you always have disruptor/incinerary/whatever ammo on it. awesome!
The Remnant assault rifle you can develop is like a rechargable beam weapon, never runs out of ammo. It has "1" clip that continuously refills.
... Consumables ammo applies to "the next three clips" in the weapon. Which for this weapon is... the entire magazine. So you always have disruptor/incinerary/whatever ammo on it. awesome!
Rellik
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For anyone who has experience with Mass Effect multiplayer, what's the most efficient way of gaining gear? I've just been purchasing Base packs which seems fine but obviously doesn't result in a lot of rare loot.
Also, what happens when you've maxed out a character/weapon, do surplus cards just convert into currency or can you no longer get those cards?
Also, what happens when you've maxed out a character/weapon, do surplus cards just convert into currency or can you no longer get those cards?
Andromeda is cumbersome. I keep feeling it everywhere, always a hitch or hang up somewhere. From space navigation sluggishness to constant dialogue mash ups and just general awkward design choices. It's​ entertaining despite that, gear unlocks and combat are keeping me playing. It's also really making me realize how much I took ME2s fantastic cast and dialogue for granted.
Rellik
Member
Are you not approaching the tons of ammo boxes everywhere?
ScaryShark
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No clue. I hope so. As someone who hated the beige pajamas in DA:I I like that I don't look like a dope on my down time.
DeaDPo0L84
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ME1>MEA>ME2>ME3
I am, but it really feels like I'm not finding as much as I should. I have to end most fights only with my biotic powers and with my squadmates dead.
Playing on hardcore btw (it's pretty hard).
Son Of Sparda
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Trails of Hope main story quest spoilers
Can't wait to see more cities/hubs in this game!
One small problem that I had with that mission, was that orb wielding dude. I've fought a handful of them thus far and man, they are like the most boring enemies in this game. Unfortunately I know I'm gonna see more of them, ugh!
P.S: I've got a ton of clips and photos from various glitches. I should post some of the funnier ones sometime lol
Just freed that elder (mosha?), and boy that was a fun mission. Though, I don't think anyone would be surprised by that twist. Being kidnapped and never even seen again? That was too much of a hint so the reveal wasn't really surprising imo.
Still, pretty interesting turn of events with the choice at the end. I wonder how will that effect my character later on.
Anyway, the Aya is now fully open and God, that city looks beautiful.
Still, pretty interesting turn of events with the choice at the end. I wonder how will that effect my character later on.
Anyway, the Aya is now fully open and God, that city looks beautiful.
One small problem that I had with that mission, was that orb wielding dude. I've fought a handful of them thus far and man, they are like the most boring enemies in this game. Unfortunately I know I'm gonna see more of them, ugh!
P.S: I've got a ton of clips and photos from various glitches. I should post some of the funnier ones sometime lol
Slackbladder
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There's a large asteroid you go to for some reason (maybe a companion mission) and it's great fun driving around in a souped up Nomad as the gravity is lower and you really fly over bumps and ridges. The sound is also muted because there's no atmosphere which is a nice touch. This area probably reminded me of ME1 the most though I see callbacks all over the place.
Freeman76
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Why did you buy a Mass Effect game if you dont like those gameplay systems?
Because the two most successful games of the series didn't do this?
People have to remember that for everyone cheering the return to ME1 style gameplay, there's two people not happy with it going by sales numbers. I'm happy you folk got the type of game you wanted, but personally deeply disappointed that the Mass Effect I wanted and enjoyed the most has gone.
My favourite part about that place was hearing the team mates in the nomad scream out of fear as I misjudged a turn and went right over a cliff and started falling.
... I'm not so sure my Ryder should be trusted at the wheel.
Because Mass Effect 2 and 3 were linear and did not have side missions outside a single zone. You talked to an NPC and they gave you a mission that you could either scan from a star system or you'd complete it from a story mission.
Most of the mission design from main plot, loyalty, side quests have you darting around the Cluster. Not that isn't a bad thing. But the load times to get anywhere is a drag and then it says "HOLD" can't complete just yet. Wait for story to progress. I played DA:I to completion and if I recall correctly did the majority of the dragon missions and side quests and it was not as bad as this.
Agent_4Seven
Tears of Nintendo
Can anyone upload en.sb and en.toc files located in Mass Effect Andromeda\Data\Win32\loctext folder? Just want to check if it'll help to add english text to RU version.
Edit: Nope. Looks like it wont help. Oh well, fuck you EA for reg lock.
Edit: Nope. Looks like it wont help. Oh well, fuck you EA for reg lock.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqf3o1LbqBI
The general combat loop in this is soooo damn fun. They did a great job on that.
The general combat loop in this is soooo damn fun. They did a great job on that.