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Mass Effect 2 is the sequel to BioWare’s hit space-based role-playing game (RPG), Mass Effect. A single player adventure, Mass Effect 2 allows players to continue the adventures of the fully customizable series hero, Commander Shepard, as you take on a whole new adventure and cast of supporting characters. Features new to this latest release in the franchise include the ability to import game save files from the original Mass Effect game to continue the adventure in an unbroken fashion, a new damage system, a more flexible dialogue game mechanic and more. Extending players play experience even further, the Mass Effect 2 Collector’s Edition contain additional digital and physical content including art and comic books, in-game items and more. See the full list of included content below.

Mass Effect 2 Story
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.

Mass Effect info:
Platforms: PC, Xbox 360
Genre:  RPG
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: BioWare
Release date: January 26, 2009, preorder now

Mass Effect 2 Features
* Futuristic Weapons – Choose from 19 different weapons, including devastating heavy weapons that can end a battle in seconds.
* Elite Specialists – Recruit up to a dozen of the galaxy’s most dangerous operatives to help you in your mission. Train and equip your team to survive insurmountable odds.
* Explore the Galaxy – Scan planets to uncover unique secret missions in the Mass Effect universe.
* Integration with Original Mass Effect – Players of the first Mass Effect can import save games to continue the story of their own Commander Shepard. New players will find a thrilling stand-alone adventure awaits them, a polished and action packed journey that surpasses the first game in nearly every possible way.
* Intense Third-Person Combat – Increased intensity with precision shooter controls to let you control the action and overcome insurmountable odds.
* New Damage System – New location based damage system allows for targeting of key weak points, blasting off limbs, igniting enemies, or crippling and disabling enemy troops.
* Character Customization – Choose a player class, customize your appearance, and tailor your own abilities and strengths. As you progress, so do Shepard’s abilities.
* Improved Dialogue Mechanic – Improved NPC conversation system where Commander Shepard can take matters into your own hands – interrupting or using force to get the answer required.

The Collector’s Edition:
The full version of Mass Effect 2
48-page hardcover art book
Limited edition Mass Effect Redemption #1 comic book
Exclusive in-game Collectors’ Edition weapon and armor
Bonus DVD with behind-the-scenes and making-of videos
Limited edition Cerberus Network card granting access to bonus content

Min PC Requirements:
2.4+ GHz Intel or 2.0+ GHz AMD
RAM: 1GB+ (XP), 2GB+ (Vista)
HDD: 12GB or more
VGA: NVIDIA GeForce 6 series (6800GT or better), ATI 1300XT or better (X1550, X1600 Pro and HD2400 are below minimum system requirements)
Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card and drivers – 5.1 sound card recommended

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