DLCMass Effect 2: OverlordJun 15, 2010Requires the base game
Release
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Critic score
96/100
Platform families
3
Editorial overview
What it is
Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure.
Game Features:
Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items.
Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy.
Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.
The premise
Two years after Commander Shepard repelled invading Reapers bent on the destruction of organic life, a mysterious new enemy has emerged. On the fringes of known space, something is silently abducting entire human colonies. Now Shepard must work with Cerberus, a ruthless organization devoted to human survival at any cost, to stop the most terrifying threat mankind has ever faced.
To even attempt this perilous mission, Shepard must assemble the galaxy's most elite team and command the most powerful ship ever built. Even then, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.
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BioWare · Electronic Arts
Connected releases
12
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Play styles
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Themes
Action · Science fiction
Languages
9 supported
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Commander Shepard (female)
Commander Shepard (male)
Garrus Vakarian
Miranda Lawson
Legion
Mordin Solus
Illusive Man
Admiral Xen
Admiral Han'Gerrel
Thane Krios
Aria T'Loak
EDI
Yvonne Strahovski
Samara
Tali'Zorah
Admiral Shala'Raan vas Tonbay
Jacob Tyler
Kal'Reegar
Captain Bailey
Jeff "Joker" Moreau
Jack
David Anderson
Grunt
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PlayStation 3
Gen 7

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Gen 7

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