Mass Effect
A science fiction action RPG series following Commander Shepard's mission to save the galaxy from ancient machine intelligences called Reapers.
Category
Game
Release Year
2007
Origin
Canada/United States
Tags
sci-fiRPGspace operaactionchoice-driventhird-person shooter
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Mass Effect
Aliases
ME, Mass Effect Trilogy, Mass Effect Universe
Type
Video Game Series
Release Year
2007
Status
Ongoing
Origin
Canada
Region
Canada/United States
Creation Information
Creator
BioWare
Publisher
Electronic Arts, Microsoft Game Studios (original)
Original Work
Original IP by BioWare
Genre
Science Fiction, Action RPG, Third-Person Shooter, Space Opera
Content Information
Synopsis
Commander Shepard leads a diverse crew across the galaxy to stop the Reapers, ancient machines that periodically harvest all advanced organic life.
Main Characters
Commander Shepard, Garrus Vakarian, Tali'Zorah, Liara T'Soni, Urdnot Wrex, Ashley Williams, Kaidan Alenko
Setting
Milky Way galaxy in the 22nd century, featuring multiple alien civilizations and advanced technology
Themes
Unity vs. diversity, sacrifice for the greater good, the nature of consciousness, organic vs. synthetic life
Target Audience
Mature gamers, sci-fi enthusiasts, RPG fans
Media Forms
Video Games
Mass Effect trilogy, Mass Effect: Andromeda, Mass Effect Legendary Edition
Books
Novels, comics, art books, strategy guides
Comics
Dark Horse Comics series, digital comics
Merchandise
Action figures, collectibles, apparel, replica weapons
Digital Content
DLC expansions, mobile apps, digital soundtracks
Live Events
Gaming conventions, developer panels, fan meetups
Cross Media Adaptations
Planned film/TV adaptations, fan films, audio dramas
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 14 million copies sold across all games in the series
Revenue
Hundreds of millions in revenue from games, DLC, and merchandise
Awards
Multiple Game of the Year awards, BAFTA Games Awards, Writers' Guild Awards
Critical Reception
Universally acclaimed for storytelling, character development, and world-building
Cultural Impact
Influenced modern RPG design, raised bar for narrative in video games
Market Value
Multi-million dollar franchise with ongoing development
Licensing
Merchandise licensing, media adaptation rights
Merchandise Revenue
Significant revenue from collectibles and licensed products
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of RPG and sci-fi fans
Communities
Reddit communities, BioWare forums, fan sites, Discord servers
Events
N7 Day celebrations, gaming conventions, fan meetups
Quotes
Memorable character dialogue, philosophical discussions, emotional moments
Memes
Calibrations, Shepard dancing, romance scenes, choice consequences
Cosplay
Elaborate armor and character costumes, convention presence
Fan Art
Extensive fan art community, character portraits, ship designs
Fan Projects
Fan films, mods, theory discussions, tribute videos
Cultural References
Referenced in other games, popular culture, academic discussions
Social Media
Active communities sharing content, theories, and memories
Collectibles
High-demand collectibles, limited editions, premium statues
Historical Development
2007
Mass Effect releases to critical acclaim, establishes universe and characters
2010
Mass Effect 2 releases, widely considered one of the best RPGs ever made
2012
Mass Effect 3 concludes trilogy with controversial but impactful ending
2017
Mass Effect: Andromeda launches with mixed reception, explores new galaxy
2021
Mass Effect Legendary Edition remasters original trilogy for modern platforms
2022
Next Mass Effect game announced, returning to Milky Way setting
2023
Continued development of new Mass Effect content and expanded universe
2024
Ongoing development and community engagement with franchise future
Related Links
www.ea.com
www.enjoyip.com