We've been hearing a lot about an apparent Mass Effect Trilogy remaster in recent weeks, and it's even been listed by multiple retailers, but according to VentureBeat reporter Jeff Grubb, the game has been pushed back to early 2021.
It had originally been rumoured as arriving in October, which retailers have been suggesting recently as well, but Grubb says "people familiar with the development" have now told him otherwise:
"The primary factor holding up development, beyond the pandemic, is the original Mass Effect game. It currently does not live up to the quality of the rest of the package. It would make a poor first impression for new players, and it might disappoint fans who then won’t go on to play and experience the impressive upgrades for Mass Effect 2 and ME 3."
Grubb suggests the game is entitled Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, and will serve as a remaster of the three titles with their DLC content included, although Mass Effect 3's multiplayer reportedly won't be featured.
It's a bit of a blow for those who were hoping for an October release, but Grubb points out that the people working on the game "understand the issues, and they want to do right by the franchise’s fans."
Disappointed about the apparent delay? Give us your thoughts in the comments below.
[source venturebeat.com]
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Absolutely correct decision to be made. Especially for new players who may be less patient with the first title. Good to hear all DLC will be included as well
I'm glad that they're giving the first game the most attention since it's the one that needs the most revamps. Hopefully the collection turns out great!
They are doing the right thing. Besides, there's too much competition now, next-gen consoles, AC Valhalla, Cyberpunk... If they release it next year people will almost think that it's a next-gen release and it should be released for next-gen consoles as well.
Damn man. Here I was hoping I'd have atleast one launchish game for the X in the form of this.
I played all 3 a couple of years ago on BC, so not too interested in this remake, but yes, ME1 was looking dated then.
Will be worse now...
Traded in my X1x and struggling to enjoy 360 Thief game, is so dated persevering as not much else to play!
It's a shame that so many judge things so superficially.
Because let's be honest here, that's what they are talking about. They can overhaul the graphics with a remaster, but nothing short of a remake could overhaul the gameplay.
I have replayed these titles so many times that I am not really interested in these remasters. Plus, my Mass Effect 360 boxed set is backwards compatible so I am good.
I loved the first Mass Effect. It was my favorite of the series. KOTOR is my favorite RPG of all time & it had that feel to the gameplay. I can see why some people would prefer ME2 & 3’s more shooter like gameplay these days though.
But this remaster is starting to sound like it is in “development hell” territory.
Better delayed than come out bad.
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