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| by Mike Bantick | |
| Wednesday, 13 February 2008 | |
      
Electronic Arts have today confirmed a fairly obvious intention by developer BioWare to bring the universe of Mass Effect to the PC platform. As they have done in the past with significant Xbox exclusives, BioWare are tweaking the game for the PC platform. Worthy of note are the changes made to the decryption mini-game and inventory GUI Optimized for the PC, Mass Effect for the PC incorporates the following features: · Optimized controls designed specifically for the PC. · High resolution visuals – Mass Effect for the PC features highly detailed textures, characters and environments. · Fully customizable controls – PC gamers can re-map the control scheme any way they like. · Run & Gun Control – Players can assign biotic powers or skills to ‘hot keys’ allowing them to play Mass Effect with a heavier focus on action. · New decryption mini-game. · New inventory screen GUI and functionality – The enhanced inventory system makes it easier for players to equip and modify their weapons and armor. “Mass Effect serves as a powerful example of video games as an art form, delivering new levels of emotional intensity, realistic characters and a gripping storyline – all set in a compelling new universe,” said Ray Muzyka, General Manager, BioWare and Vice President, Electronic Arts. Frank Gibeau, President of EA’s Games Label added, “EA has struck an agreement with Microsoft to handle future publishing for Mass Effect. We are looking forward to releasing Mass Effect on the PC this Spring and brand new titles in the future.” The game is currently slated for a May 2008 release on the PC. |
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