Mass Effect Legendary Edition review

Mass Effect Legendary Edition is the pick for players whose idea of a space game is a long sci-fi story. Electronic Arts and BioWare bundle Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 in one launcher with the single-player base content and over 40 DLC, remastered for 4K Ultra HD with HDR. You create Commander Shepard, lead a recon squad across a galaxy at war and make decisions that carry from one game to the next, shaping missions, relationships and the ending. The first game gets improved aiming, weapon balance, Mako vehicle controls and squad behavior. Reviews are strong: 91% of 42,810 English Steam reviews are positive, and 95% in the last 30 days. The trade-offs are a 120 GB install, no multiplayer, and the fact that combat happens on foot with a squad, not in a cockpit. At $59.99 for three full games it is still good value.

Who it is for

Story and RPG fans who want a space opera campaign

Price

$59.99 one-time purchase on Steam (US store).

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Key features

• Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 in one launcher
• Single-player base content plus over 40 DLC
• Remastered for 4K Ultra HD with HDR
• Choices carry over from one game to the next
• Improved aiming, Mako controls and squad behavior in the first game

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: 91% of 42,810 English Steam reviews are positive
• Strength: Three full games and over 40 DLC for one price
• Strength: 95% of 1,464 Steam reviews in the last 30 days are positive
• Weakness: Needs 120 GB of storage
• Weakness: Single-player only
• Weakness: Space travel is menu-driven, so there is no ship piloting or dogfighting

Key facts

• Developer: BioWare
• Publisher: Electronic Arts
• Released on Steam: May 14, 2021
• Storage: 120 GB
• English Steam reviews: 91% positive of 42,810

Where it ranks

Mass Effect Legendary Edition is No. 3 in our Best Space Games verdict.