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JordanParey Minmatar Suddenly Ninjas	Posted - 2010.01.20 03:19:00 - [1] Anyone else gonna buy and play the hell out of this game? Thoughts? Opinions?
illford baker Pilots of Damnation death from above..	Posted - 2010.01.20 03:50:00 - [2] pre-orderd on pc. hope the inventory system is better. *recalls the lost time spent turning many items to omni-gell because my inventory was full
Reiisha Evolution IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.20 03:56:00 - [3] Getting the PC CE here in 2 weeks according to Amazon... Anyway, really looking forward to it. Still have to get my ME1 character to 60 though.... Lost my saves during a format last year >_> "If you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all"
illford baker Pilots of Damnation death from above..	Posted - 2010.01.20 04:10:00 - [4] Originally by: Reiisha Getting the PC CE here in 2 weeks according to Amazon... Anyway, really looking forward to it. Still have to get my ME1 character to 60 though.... Lost my saves during a format last year >_> what all will carry over from ME1 to ME2, i know character deaths, but what about your level, items, karma, some minor decisions from your missions (like when you refuse to give the Cerberus data to the shadow broker, will they not help me or screw me over in ME2?)
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.01.20 05:13:00 - [5] Originally by: illford baker Originally by: Reiisha Getting the PC CE here in 2 weeks according to Amazon... Anyway, really looking forward to it. Still have to get my ME1 character to 60 though.... Lost my saves during a format last year >_> what all will carry over from ME1 to ME2, i know character deaths, but what about your level, items, karma, some minor decisions from your missions (like when you refuse to give the Cerberus data to the shadow broker, will they not help me or screw me over in ME2?) from what i hear all kinds of stuff will carry over, including if you / who you choose to save/kill etc and most if not all of what you mention i preordered from amazon. i hear i'm due for some awesome armor for preordering but its different depending on what company you preorder from? i dunno, just can't wait for the 26th
illford baker Pilots of Damnation death from above..	Posted - 2010.01.20 05:18:00 - [6] Originally by: Pr1ncess Alia Originally by: illford baker Originally by: Reiisha Getting the PC CE here in 2 weeks according to Amazon... Anyway, really looking forward to it. Still have to get my ME1 character to 60 though.... Lost my saves during a format last year >_> what all will carry over from ME1 to ME2, i know character deaths, but what about your level, items, karma, some minor decisions from your missions (like when you refuse to give the Cerberus data to the shadow broker, will they not help me or screw me over in ME2?) from what i hear all kinds of stuff will carry over, including if you / who you choose to save/kill etc and most if not all of what you mention i preordered from amazon. i hear i'm due for some awesome armor for preordering but its different depending on what company you preorder from? i dunno, just can't wait for the 26th hmmm,in light of this.... should do another game file where i don't kill everyone.
AtheistOfDoom Amarr The Athiest Syndicate	Posted - 2010.01.20 05:19:00 - [7] finally Yeah I pre-ordered it (for xbox 360 because I don't know if my comp will run it well), and plan to do nothing but play it for the whole week ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Zeba Minmatar Honourable East India Trading Company	Posted - 2010.01.20 05:28:00 - [8] I should probably finish ME1 but tbh I think I'll continue to take my time and pick up ME2 off steam when it inevitably goes on sale sometime after the initial rush of sales dies off. Thats how I picked up ME1 anyways when steam had it on sale for $5 during that awesome christmas event they had going on. Another benefit to waiting is that any crappy bugs that mess up your game halfway through and make you restart will already be squashed. :P Originally by: Akita T We don't hate people like you, we look at you with mostly pity and a hint of disgust balled up in a big wad of "notto disu shi'tto agen".
Ace2001 Caldari S E A R	Posted - 2010.01.20 05:49:00 - [9] ugh, don't get me started on this game. I still need to pre-order it off of steam. Why? Because I had pre-ordered it from GameStop back in November. (To be specific, The PC Collecter's Edition.) I go in on January 4th to finish paying it off, and I find out that after specifically telling the idiot there that I wanted it for the PC, that I don't even OWN an xbox 360, HE STILL PUT ME DOWN FOR AN XBOX 360 PRE-ORDER. So, I had to cancel my pre-order because I was told they were no longer accepting pre-order's for the CE edition. I was then told that I would be called the next day by the DM (District Manager?) and be told if they could do anything for me. To this day, 16 days later, I have recieved no phone call. NOTHING. So I'm quite ****ed at Gamestop over this. :) Anyways, yeah, gonna go pre-order it right now.
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.01.20 06:05:00 - [10] Originally by: Ace2001 after specifically telling the idiot there that I wanted it for the PC, that I don't even OWN an xbox 360, HE STILL PUT ME DOWN FOR AN XBOX 360 PRE-ORDER. So, I had to cancel my pre-order because I was told they were no longer accepting pre-order's for the CE edition. I was then told that I would be called the next day by the DM (District Manager?) and be told if they could do anything for me. To this day, 16 days later, I have recieved no phone call This is why you do everything over the internet yourself. Anything important (and Mass Effect 2 is IMPORTANT!) should not be left in the hands of the useless accidents-waiting-to-happen working at GameStop. (I apologize if you work at a GameStop and hope you aspire to doing something greater w/ your life. My comment is a broad generalization and unfair at the same level as racism. This does not, however, detract from the accuracy of the generalization)
Ace2001 Caldari S E A R	Posted - 2010.01.20 06:19:00 - [11] Originally by: Pr1ncess Alia This is why you do everything over the internet yourself. Anything important (and Mass Effect 2 is IMPORTANT!) should not be left in the hands of the useless accidents-waiting-to-happen working at GameStop. (I apologize if you work at a GameStop and hope you aspire to doing something greater w/ your life. My comment is a broad generalization and unfair at the same level as racism. This does not, however, detract from the accuracy of the generalization) To be honest, this is the first time I've ever had such a let down with Gamestop. :/ I've had several pre-orders with them before (Not that specific store/branch though.) without any problems.
Spaztick Terminal Impact Kairakau	Posted - 2010.01.20 06:25:00 - [12] Gamestops a ripoff anyway, Steam is where it's at.
Ace2001 Caldari S E A R	Posted - 2010.01.20 06:27:00 - [13] Originally by: Spaztick Gamestops a ripoff anyway, Steam is where it's at. I just wanted the specific pre-order items that you can only get from GameStop. :(
Doc Shroom Doc Shroom's Medicinal Shoppe	Posted - 2010.01.20 07:39:00 - [14] Gonna pre-order if once i get some work done. Btw, i doubt its so, but is there anyway you can get your saves for the game off windows live? I got it for my xbox and played it through on it, but havent used the thing in years and i wanna have some saves for it.
Brego Tralowski Gallente DARK-KNIGHT	Posted - 2010.01.20 09:59:00 - [15] yep gonna play the hell outta this one, played the first one through several times (i'm just a few exp from lvl 60). And yes the heavy weapons look great ! Can't wait. ----------------------------------------------- Fly safe, but not too safe!
Serpents smile	Posted - 2010.01.20 10:29:00 - [16] Doubt it. Never was able to finish it on the xbox. Got stuck in a room with a purple/blue biatch tossing shocks whatever around and bad guys keep spawning, my "teammates" keep dying and of course I do. No way around it so.... stopped playing it.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.20 10:55:00 - [17] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:56:04 Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:55:09 Nine slow days left... Annoyingly though, I think only the US get the black/wormhole/toilet-hole gun for pre-order, as none of the UK orders I noticed had it, Terminus armour is good for me though! Edit: but I still have to pick whether I want to roll Vanguard, Sentinel or Infiltrator.
JordanParey Minmatar Suddenly Ninjas	Posted - 2010.01.20 11:12:00 - [18] Originally by: Serpents smile Doubt it. Never was able to finish it on the xbox. Got stuck in a room with a purple/blue biatch tossing shocks whatever around and bad guys keep spawning, my "teammates" keep dying and of course I do. No way around it so.... stopped playing it. Do you still have the game? I can offer advice if you still do.
X1994 Gallente	Posted - 2010.01.20 13:33:00 - [19] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:56:04 Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:55:09 Nine slow days left... Annoyingly though, I think only the US get the black/wormhole/toilet-hole gun for pre-order, as none of the UK orders I noticed had it, Terminus armour is good for me though! Edit: but I still have to pick whether I want to roll Vanguard, Sentinel or Infiltrator. AFAIK, the Terminus armor and Blackstorm weapon share the same code, so you can't get one without the other. It seems play.com doesn't know about this, though.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.20 13:35:00 - [20] Originally by: X1994 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:56:04 Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:55:09 Nine slow days left... Annoyingly though, I think only the US get the black/wormhole/toilet-hole gun for pre-order, as none of the UK orders I noticed had it, Terminus armour is good for me though! Edit: but I still have to pick whether I want to roll Vanguard, Sentinel or Infiltrator. AFAIK, the Terminus armor and Blackstorm weapon share the same code, so you can't get one without the other. It seems play.com doesn't know about this, though. Oh, good to see someone may know the answer, as the toilet gun looks damn awesome. Do people who order from Amazon to get the other armour set get anything else?
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.01.20 16:46:00 - [21] Can't wait for it! Have to play through ME1 though as I don't have any saves because of a format. Probably will pick it up after I have at least one character done. Getting a box set because... I love boxes.
Imran Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion	Posted - 2010.01.20 18:19:00 - [22] The real question is, which chick am I going to **** this time? Last time it was the blue one but there are just so many! __________________________________________ EwokPoacher: Why hate Gallente? Blackest Sheep: Because we are beautiful.
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Distant Drums	Posted - 2010.01.20 18:19:00 - [23] Well I've just sunk 40 squid on pre-purchasing the digital deluxe version from Steam. Well worth it if it's as good as the first game. Now... to get a complete save file for ME1. ____________________
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.20 18:27:00 - [24] Pre-ordered the Collector's Edition for PC about 2 months ago, and I have 4-5 full play-through saves waiting for it.
Beastykins	Posted - 2010.01.20 19:31:00 - [25] Cannot wait for this game.
X1994 Gallente	Posted - 2010.01.20 19:34:00 - [26] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: X1994 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:56:04 Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:55:09 Nine slow days left... Annoyingly though, I think only the US get the black/wormhole/toilet-hole gun for pre-order, as none of the UK orders I noticed had it, Terminus armour is good for me though! Edit: but I still have to pick whether I want to roll Vanguard, Sentinel or Infiltrator. AFAIK, the Terminus armor and Blackstorm weapon share the same code, so you can't get one without the other. It seems play.com doesn't know about this, though. Oh, good to see someone may know the answer, as the toilet gun looks damn awesome. Do people who order from Amazon to get the other armour set get anything else? Preorder at Gamestop / Play: Terminus Armor + Blackstorm Preorder everywhere else: Inferno Armor Collector's Edition: Collector Assault Rifle + Collector Armor
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.20 21:16:00 - [27] Originally by: X1994 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: X1994 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:56:04 Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 20/01/2010 10:55:09 Nine slow days left... Annoyingly though, I think only the US get the black/wormhole/toilet-hole gun for pre-order, as none of the UK orders I noticed had it, Terminus armour is good for me though! Edit: but I still have to pick whether I want to roll Vanguard, Sentinel or Infiltrator. AFAIK, the Terminus armor and Blackstorm weapon share the same code, so you can't get one without the other. It seems play.com doesn't know about this, though. Oh, good to see someone may know the answer, as the toilet gun looks damn awesome. Do people who order from Amazon to get the other armour set get anything else? Preorder at Gamestop / Play: Terminus Armor + Blackstorm Preorder everywhere else: Inferno Armor Collector's Edition: Collector Assault Rifle + Collector Armor Cheers mate. Wait. Collector stuff?
X1994 Gallente	Posted - 2010.01.20 22:12:00 - [28] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Cheers mate. Wait. Collector stuff? Yeah.
Marcus Druallis Quantum Industries Prime Orbital Systems	Posted - 2010.01.20 22:50:00 - [29] I thought mass effect was terrible... Why does everyone praise it? It was repetitive and boring. Oh well. --
defiler Mad Hermit Wayward Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.20 23:46:00 - [30] Originally by: Marcus Druallis It was repetitive and boring. Well, yeah, a bit perhaps. That whole land on a planet, look for resources, clear out a camp/bunker and move on routine got old after a while, especially on my second playthrough. Still loved the game though and will buy ME2. I usually pre-order games I'm really looking forward to, but Dragon Age has kept me busy so I haven't gotten around to it. Curse you Bioware for releasing two great games so close together! Minding our own business since 2004
Zeba Minmatar Honourable East India Trading Company	Posted - 2010.01.21 00:09:00 - [31] Originally by: X1994 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Cheers mate. Wait. Collector stuff? Yeah. Somewhere in an air terminal on the way to his 14th vacation home purchased from the extra bonus money he got from his 'deluxe' preorder offer idea a marketing weasel just did this after reading this thread on his blackberry. Originally by: Patch Notes CCP Tuxford can no longer shut down TQ on a whim.
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.22 21:30:00 - [32] Edited by: Zyck on 22/01/2010 21:29:51 This thread needs to be back on the first page. And the launch trailer is ****ing awesome.
Zeba Minmatar Honourable East India Trading Company	Posted - 2010.01.22 21:38:00 - [33] Originally by: Zyck Edited by: Zyck on 22/01/2010 21:29:51 This thread needs to be back on the first page. And the launch trailer is **ing awesome. Nice. Hope it goes on sale soon. Originally by:** Patch Notes CCP Tuxford can no longer shut down TQ on a whim.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.22 22:03:00 - [34] Originally by: Zyck Edited by: Zyck on 22/01/2010 21:29:51 This thread needs to be back on the first page. And the launch trailer is ****ing awesome. Was going to post it, completely forgot. Tali \o/
NeoShocker Caldari Interstellar eXodus BricK sQuAD.	Posted - 2010.01.23 19:33:00 - [35] Already pre-purchased on steam, can't wait! ----------------------------------- Peace through power!
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.24 04:19:00 - [36] Quick rundown of good vs bad or just interesting vs annoying from the first 3 gameplay hours or so. If you have no Mass Effect 1 savegames, you start at the very bottom level/cash/resource-wise and certain events are pre-scripted according to "canon", I guess (Kaidan died on Virmire instead of Ashley, your love interest is Ashley, you let the council die in the end battle against Sovereign, etc). If you have an endgame savegame with a L60, rich and pretty "completionist" character, on top of the events mentioned (there aren't many more other than those already mentioned), you start at L5 with some decent cash and resources, but overall I wouldn't really call it much of an improvement. Long story short, not very impressed by the way it was handled so far, it might matter a bit more later in the game, but I somewhat doubt that. The first thing you'll notice (after the first part of the minimally-playable prologue), something some of you might have known already is that WEAPONS NOW USE AMMO, which to be quite honest is a huge, HUGE disappointment. Oh, and the "reload" doesn't help much either. What you might probably not know however is that while indeed there's only one type of "main ammo" (heavy weapons ammo is separate, BTW) the ammo capacity is actually limited, and weapon-specific. Only carry a pistol ? Well, all you get is 72 shots, and that's ALL. You can't pick up extra ammo from the ground when all weapons are above their "carry capacity". Ok, "ammo" might be relatively plentiful, but still, yuck. I started to get an intense dislike for this system. Second thing you'll notice is that the team health/shield indicators are so "non-intrusive" that you probably won't notice them even if you're looking for them (I couldn't), and certainly won't be able to keep proper track of them in the middle of a firefight even if they would exist (which I kind of doubt). What was wrong with the old ones ? Seriously, bad ! Gah. It keeps getting worse and worse. Ok, at least you get to (somehow) see your own shield/health indicator faintly at the bottom of the screen as a very transparent arc, but even that is quite pathetic. The only real indicator of impending death is the flashy red border of the screen and tunnel vision plus choking sound effect, but COME ON ! Third thing you'll notice is that the game got far more 3rd person shooter than RPG, since the heavy auto-assist firing mode is kind of gone. Oh, and the fact you actually have blasts that travel at a visible speed instead of instant-hit bullets makes everything even worse than it might sound. So, what else... hacking and decryption... hmm... at least they got two mini-games out of it instead of one, but they're both more annoying than the old ones, and you don't even need omni-gel to retry in case of failure... you can simply retry until you "just do it". Lame. Oh, character development. Hmm. Another "phail" mark in my book. I have no idea how things go at the higher levels, but right now, they basically butchered everything down to 4 levels of marginally interesting stuff. It's a complete joke, seriously. And did I mention you seem to NOT gain any XP for doing stuff or killing things ? Seems (at least at the beginning) that the only way to gain XP/levels is to... wait for it... FINISH MISSIONS. And it's basically one storyline mission, one level. Boo-freaking-hoo. Oh well, I guess keeping it simple appeals to the target demographic ? Bleh. What else... oh, you probably will encounter several of your former teammates, but I think only one can join your new team. And the team-mates are even less useful this time, by the way, they seem to have received a "brain tumor" AI routine for pathfinding and non-directed power use. Achievements ? Apparently, those no longer confer any bonuses ingame either. All in all, the start was a pretty big letdown when compared to Mass Effect 1. Still overall a mildly pleasing game so far _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.24 04:34:00 - [37] Oh, and don't get me started on cover... yeah, sure, you get to go into cover in several visually appealing ways, but eventually you have to come out of it to AIM and shoot (at least partially), and aim well you must, because everything moves fast and you easily miss, so overall you might as well not even GO into cover most of the time at all for all the good it does. What else - oh, yeah, they cut out most of the equipment purchase/customisation/blahblah RPG-esque part, no more picking up zounds of weapons and mods and whatnot from enemies, it's just ammo (gorram ammo, I can't stress how much I hate this approach) but instead just "upgrade" or diversify weapon types your team starts with between missions... so, yeah, they added a minor resource management thingy to "take care" of that. Did I mention you actually have to BUY FUEL from fuel depots to go anywhere reasonably far ? Yup, weapons and starter ammo is basically free, but moving from system to system costs cash Ok, granted, I didn't dwell much on it, just barely caught a glimpse of it before closing the game and coming over here to post about it. Bottom line, both are "adventure" games... but ME1 was mainly an RPG with a little bit of shooting tacked onto it (at least on high target assist mode you could barely feel the "shooter" part), while ME2 is a shooter with a smidge of RPG on top of it. Did I ever mention how much I hate shooters ? Or that the one big redeeming quality of ME1 was that you could make it almost a non-shooter game ? Yeah, the same can't be said for ME2. I wanted to like the game, but to be honest, it doesn't look like I will be able to go through it as enthusiastically as I went through the first one, and it sadly almost certainly will be far less pleasant. A pity, actually, since even at minimum graphic details it looks so much better, and the story might actually have some pretty good potential. Now if only I could grit my teeth and go past the silly combat/ammo system, it might still have a chance. _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Zeba Minmatar Honourable East India Trading Company	Posted - 2010.01.24 04:58:00 - [38] Well after Akita's breakdown looks like I will be waiting till christmas when it goes 80% off like ME1.. <3 Steam Originally by: Patch Notes CCP Tuxford can no longer shut down TQ on a whim.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.24 11:54:00 - [39] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 24/01/2010 12:07:12 Someone hasn't watched a single dev walkthrough yet. My sole hands on play through moment over a buds for a few hours was bloody brilliant though, can't wait. Quests are a hell of a lot more polished, they're very fun now, as I'm no longer staring at Texture_Dungeon#2 all day every day, side companion quests are fun, and the thermal clips* are very easy to find, I was swimming in my quick hour playthrough, however ammo is a pain early on, but stops becoming a problem as you progress, bit like Assassin's Creed II with money. Fuel only is spent when moving between star systems, so it isn't an issue, as the larger moves are done with the Mass Relay gates. Mining is pants on head what the Christ though. Edit: Though I do agree on the levelling system, it's essentially just four levels which have big increments between them, as opposed to having say ranking up Sniper Rifle up ten times and it being pretty terrible until you hit nine, looks a bit devoid though in that regard.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.24 14:50:00 - [40] We'll all know soon enough, the game is released on Tuesday in the US and on Thursday for those of us in Europe. I have 5 endgame saves waiting for it (7 if you count the multi-play-through characters I have). We'll know soon enough how different the two games are, if it's more 3rd person shooter and less RPG I'll miss those RPG elements, but I am quite sure I'll still enjoy it a great deal.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.24 17:12:00 - [41] I couldn't care less ammo is plentiful down the road. The fact that ammo was infinite was established even storyline-wise in Mass Effect 1, it was in the codex entries IIRC. Sure, you wouldn't like it when your weapon overheated, but come on, that's the least you could do, watch your burst-fire (when it was becoming too overheated you already had far less accuracy too, so it was a good two-in-one bonus for being careful to not shoot too long bursts). Now, you basically just hold on "fire" and wait for the clip to finish and reload, and that's about it. Totally disappointing. Also, if "ammo" (a.k.a. thermal clips) is common between weapons, why can't I get the "ammo" out of the other weapons out and into the one I am using, or why not simply have a common pool of "reload" ? No, instead, they had to give each weapon some individual "ammo" allocation. Lame. Oh, joy, one more thing : not only do you have only at most 2 relevant powers or so (unlike, you know, the 3-4 useful you actually had in ME1)... but you also experience COMMON POWER COOLDOWN ?!? Seriously, what the hell ?!? Was there any reason to funk that up compared to ME1 ?!? It's another annoying thing. So... a bit more down the road, but pretty much the same final impression... ME2 is just a heavily dumbed down, much more arcadey/shootey version of ME1 with slightly better graphics. Meh. Pathetic. Mass Effect 2 disappoints in too many ways. Would NOT recommend for anybody who hasn't been first hooked by ME1. Unless you're a console kiddie, then go right ahead, you'll probably like it either way. _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.24 18:17:00 - [42] Originally by: Akita T ME2 is just a heavily dumbed down, much more arcadey/shootey version of ME1 with slightly better graphics. Meh. Pathetic. Mass Effect 2 disappoints in too many ways.. So, it swaps infinite ammo for an ammo system, has far more varied, and interesting quests, with some nicer presentation (looking at you moon base) and has a better shooting system compared to the tacked on first one, and it's a disappointment? Quote: Unless you're a console kiddie, then go right ahead, you'll probably like it either way. You lost.
Ace2001 Caldari S E A R	Posted - 2010.01.24 18:19:00 - [43] Originally by: Akita T I couldn't care less ammo is plentiful down the road. The fact that ammo was infinite was established even storyline-wise in Mass Effect 1, it was in the codex entries IIRC. I swear the Codex said that the weapons actually DID have ammo, it was just that...Hmm...How do I explain it... The way I recall it working was that you had a block of w/e the substance was that the guns used, and each shot was a small shaving off of that block, so while it would eventually all get used up, you'd have like thousands and thousands of rounds, so there-forth in the short term fights like the ones you fought in ME1, you'd only ever have to worry about the heat. I could be wrong though. :D Btw Akita, how do you have some play time with it already?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.24 18:25:00 - [44] Originally by: Ace2001 Originally by: Akita T I couldn't care less ammo is plentiful down the road. The fact that ammo was infinite was established even storyline-wise in Mass Effect 1, it was in the codex entries IIRC. I swear the Codex said that the weapons actually DID have ammo, it was just that...Hmm...How do I explain it... The way I recall it working was that you had a block of w/e the substance was that the guns used, and each shot was a small shaving off of that block, so while it would eventually all get used up, you'd have like thousands and thousands of rounds, so there-forth in the short term fights like the ones you fought in ME1, you'd only ever have to worry about the heat. I could be wrong though. :D Btw Akita, how do you have some play time with it already? There's a quote by Wrex in the first game that he had a fight with some Asari Commando/Mercenary/Something where he actually had to scavenge ammo off dead bodies as he was beginning to run out. But the sequel does establish that guns use the thermal clips for continuous fire due to some advances in the strength of weapons, or something like that.
Salena Tarra	Posted - 2010.01.24 22:01:00 - [45] I am fully expecting this to absolutely consume my existence for a couple of weeks as I play the game through with all my different characters. Also omg I hadn't seen that launch trailer yet, was that Martin Sheen doing the voice over? He makes anything that was already epic about 1000 times more so :D
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.24 22:26:00 - [46] Originally by: Salena Tarra I am fully expecting this to absolutely consume my existence for a couple of weeks as I play the game through with all my different characters. Also omg I hadn't seen that launch trailer yet, was that Martin Sheen doing the voice over? He makes anything that was already epic about 1000 times more so :D Yup. The game is officially Mass Effect 2: Martin Sheen.
Wendat Huron Stellar Solutions	Posted - 2010.01.25 00:01:00 - [47] Ok I'm going to bite on this obvious troll thread. What is Mass Effect 2? Delenda est achura.
Zeba Minmatar Honourable East India Trading Company	Posted - 2010.01.25 00:04:00 - [48] Hrmmm, good counter reviews aside I'm still waiting for it to go on sale. I'm not funding any moar summer homes. Originally by: Istvaan Shogaatsu The only thing separating us from frightened, feral monkeys is running water on tap, fuel in the tank, and current in our wall sockets.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.25 01:07:00 - [49] Edited by: Akita T on 25/01/2010 01:10:41 Originally by: Salena Tarra Also omg I hadn't seen that launch trailer yet, was that Martin Sheen doing the voice over? He makes anything that was already epic about 1000 times more so :D I thought the "Illusive Man" (the "head" of Cerberus - not really a spoiler - you sort of find that out just as the game starts and get it confirmed before the end of the prologue) had a very familiar voice, but couldn't say who it was... now I do Originally by: Ace2001 Originally by: Akita T The fact that ammo was infinite was established even storyline-wise in Mass Effect 1, it was in the codex entries IIRC. I swear the Codex said that the weapons actually DID have ammo, it was just that...Hmm...How do I explain it... Yeah, technically, you're right, so make that "near-infinite ammo" Something about shooting minuscule particles out of a small-sized reserve (but still enough for hundreds of thousands of shots), so you wouldn't be running out of ammo in most cases before you can get a replacement in case it does start to get depleted. Quote: Btw Akita, how do you have some play time with it already? Because of... the entire internet ? Originally by: Irida Mershkov So, it swaps infinite ammo for an ammo system, has far more varied, and interesting quests, with some nicer presentation (looking at you moon base) and has a better shooting system compared to the tacked on first one, and it's a disappointment? I could have bought the "limited ammo" thing in spite of overriding the backstory of the first game if they wouldn't have implemented it so half-assedly. So you use thermal clips to instantly get rid of waste heat (in spite of weapons before being able to dissipate waste heat slowly), and those thermal clips are universal across all weapon types (in the CURRENT backstory)... so far, palatable, I guess. But then, instead of giving you a generic thermal clip max storage capacity, they give you a SEVERELY limited, weapon-dependent max storage, and you CAN'T use the clips "stored" on any of your other weapons. Not just that, but your SQUAD never actually uses any thermal clips - so I simply ended up sitting back, letting my team take out everybody, with me just picking off stragglers to conserve "ammo", and I STILL found myself running a bit low at times, even with the +10% max capacity armor upgrade. The fact the "stronger" weapons have a smaller carry capacity doesn't help at all either. Seriously, you feel like the dude in "Doom" before you pick up the backpack... the only difference being that all ammo is the same on the ground, becoming whatever ammo you need for the weapon you currently have on hand, then ammo for the other weapons you have "space" for ammo on. So no, I would NOT consider this system an improvement - it COULD have been an improvement, but they botched it, badly. As for the shooting system : oh, yeah, "great" improvement... in the middle of a battle you don't even really notice anything other than headshots, and even those you only notice because of the extra damage. Now, if you shot somebody in the leg and they started limping (before they simply died), or if you could shoot out their weapons so they would have to go get them, or shooting them in the eye to go blind, those WOULD have been improvements indeed. But I'm not seeing any of it. I suppose on the highest difficulty level you would have enough time to see how your leg or arm shots have some ever so slightly different effect, but for practical purposes, they might as well have all enemies be a rectangle with a circle on top and it wouldn't really have mattered. For that almost purely cosmetic improvement, they had to sacrifice the RPG feel in favor of a pure shooter feel. Like I probably said, I hate shooters, I like RPGs. I liked ME1 with max shooting assistance, I hate ME2 doesn't have any of that. And I hate that it was done because of some inconsequential little excuse of a reason. _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 01:18:00 - [50] Originally by: Irida Mershkov So, it swaps infinite ammo for an ammo system, has far more varied, and interesting quests, with some nicer presentation (looking at you moon base) and has a better shooting system compared to the tacked on first one, and it's a disappointment? I could have bought the "limited ammo" thing in spite of overriding the backstory of the first game if they wouldn't have implemented it so half-assedly. So you use thermal clips to instantly get rid of waste heat (in spite of weapons before being able to dissipate waste heat slowly), and those thermal clips are universal across all weapon types (in the CURRENT backstory)... so far, palatable, I guess. But then, instead of giving you a generic thermal clip max storage capacity, they give you a SEVERELY limited, weapon-dependent max storage, and you CAN'T use the clips "stored" on any of your other weapons. Not just that, but your SQUAD never actually uses any thermal clips - so I simply ended up sitting back, letting my team take out everybody, with me just picking off stragglers to conserve "ammo", and I STILL found myself running a bit low at times, even with the +10% max capacity armor upgrade. The fact the "stronger" weapons have a smaller carry capacity doesn't help at all either. Seriously, you feel like the dude in "Doom" before you pick up the backpack... the only difference being that all ammo is the same on the ground, becoming whatever ammo you need for the weapon you currently have on hand, then ammo for the other weapons you have "space" for ammo on. So no, I would NOT consider this system an improvement - it COULD have been an improvement, but they botched it, badly. As for the shooting system : oh, yeah, "great" improvement... in the middle of a battle you don't even really notice anything other than headshots, and even those you only notice because of the extra damage. Now, if you shot somebody in the leg and they started limping (before they simply died), or if you could shoot out their weapons so they would have to go get them, or shooting them in the eye to go blind, those WOULD have been improvements indeed. But I'm not seeing any of it. I suppose on the highest difficulty level you would have enough time to see how your leg or arm shots have some ever so slightly different effect, but for practical purposes, they might as well have all enemies be a rectangle with a circle on top and it wouldn't really have mattered. For that almost purely cosmetic improvement, they had to sacrifice the RPG feel in favor of a pure shooter feel. Like I probably said, I hate shooters, I like RPGs. I liked ME1 with max shooting assistance. Honestly, I prefer the system the way it currently is now, (granted I do rage internally whenever I see the term clip, god damn you bioware) but I can see your point if you dislike the shooter elements, but its was more or less said to be a shooter-based RPG, but I can see your point. (Limb damage would be excellent too, but I have yet to see a game implement this properly). I also see your meaning on the simplified rpg system, but it still does work, granted, not quite the way I would have liked it, but it doesn't get in the way of it being a great game, one I'm certain I'll play through a number of times. The way it is explained is pretty bloody lazy though I do admit.
Lord Arshavir Amarr	Posted - 2010.01.25 05:51:00 - [51] Ok so Ive finished the game, in it's entirety(wooo friends who get review copies :D), and while I enjoyed the game, I am dissapoint. Be aware, the following contains MASSIVE SPOILERS about the story of ME2, including the ending. +++MASSIVE SPOILERS AHOY+++ I didn't mind the ammo mechanic much, but that was mainly because I chose to start as an Infiltrator, and as such the game was laughably easy on Normal difficulty. One headshot for normal enemies, two for armoured, three for armoured and biotically shielded, later becoming two for Vanguards and one for everything else when you get the Widow. Combined with the ability to choose a special power from amongst your Loyal teammates' unlockable ones later in the game, and the Infiltrator is simply unstoppable, any other characters I took along were mainly for use as a distraction if you ran into any Husks. But that's not really an issue, if you want to get around that, just play a different class on a higher difficulty, my issue is with the story of the game, and it's treatment of the established lore(yes, Im that kind of nerd). First, the ammo change was a bit ****ed. The heat system was already established, and I thought was a cool change of pace. Second, all of a sudden the Normandy 2 has a built-in FTL/Mass Effect drive which lets you move between solar systems. Again, feels like ing on the established FTL = ME Relays or GTFO background. Third, it felt very much like they were trying desperately to make Empire Strikes Back, ie, SUPER GRIMDARK. This is where the super-major spoilers start, btw(blame CCP for a lack of spoiler tags). Every single person on your team is either a ing nutter or has parent issues. Literally all of them. Garrus has gone all Batman for no apparent reason. Subject Zero is just a mentalist, which would be fine in isolation, but the other stuff is just pointlessly OTT: the assassin is dying of some incurable disease and is trying to make amends by only killing EBIL people, and you have to help him rescue his estranged son from a life of crime. Jacob's father crashed on a planet and ended up pulling some kind of bat Island of Dr Moreau crap with the crew, feeding them "local flora"(ie, plants that make you go dumb for no reason). Miranda is a genetically engineered super-woman who's daddy didn't love her and as a result, is an uptight bint. Grunt is actually a gentically-engineered "perfect Krogan" distilled from the finest warriors in their society by a mad scientist. Samara is a bit dull, tbh. Sadly, the only interesting character; Legion, joins you so late in the game you get to learn very little about it, and its "loyalty unlock" mission is focused on the Geth as a whole, rather than Legion. But you know, I can get past that, considering the characters are pretty much interchangeable(every single one is either a tech or biotic who also has awesome combat abilities apart from Grunt), but then we come to the "finale" after you pass through the Omega 4 relay. I was expecting, from the trailers and pre-launch bumf, to get some kind of big reveal about the Collectors, followed by an awesome boss battle with the Super-Collector/mind controller dude that looks a bit like a glowy-eyed Pilot from Farscape. Instead, what should have been the big reveal, the fact that the Collectors are the Protheans enslaved and repurposed by the Reapers, gets handed to you halfway through as a kind of "oh yeah, btw..." story element, and the "big reveal" is that the Collectors are building a "Human Reaper", which apparently has to look like a twenty story high Terminator. Which you have to fight. No, Im not **ting you, the final boss battle is against a massive mechanical skeleton torso with a Terminator skull and glowing eyes. So by the time Ive finished this(btw, dont research the Nuclear gun/BFG thingy, it makes this fight a piece of pish, literally two shots to win), Im thinking "ok, fun to play, but WTF, when they've gone this OTT.... _____________________________________________ Of Riches and Slaves - Adventures of an Amarrian Noble
Lord Arshavir Amarr	Posted - 2010.01.25 06:02:00 - [52] [cont, character limit]....what in god's name are they going to do for the sequel? I mean, I've just killed a GIANT TERMINATOR, where do you go from here?!". Well, in the ending cinematic for the game, I got my answer. The final shot of the game is, wait for it, a FLEET of HUNDREDS of Reapers, descending on the galaxy. Yeaaaaahhh, Ok ++++MASSIVE SPOILERS END HERE++++ So, overall, the game itself was quite fun. The new hacking and bypass minigames are more fun than the previous game(on PC at least), the graphics are excellent, Joker provides some genuinely hilarious moments during the cutscenes aboard the Normandy 2, and in general the gameplay mechanics were enjoyable. However, the storyline was so deliberately OTT, so obviously contrived at points, that it leaves a sour taste in the mouth. Most of the characters are similarly OTT, with one being dull and the only interesting one not sufficiently expanded upon, meaning you honestly don't give a crap about them and effectively use them as meatshields. In the Scale'O'Scifi Ridiculousness(which I just made up): Hard SF > New Wave Space Opera > Space Opera >>> Star Wars >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Mass Effect 2 _____________________________________________ Of Riches and Slaves - Adventures of an Amarrian Noble
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.01.25 07:36:00 - [53] The important question we all wanted to know is - who did you do? In other words, ** or GTFO! Originally by:** Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 09:43:00 - [54] Originally by: Victor Valka The important question we all wanted to know is - who did you do? In other words, Tali or GTFO! fyp
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.01.25 10:15:00 - [55] I C WAT YOU DID DER! For maximum hilarity; is there a homosexual romance option for male Shepard? Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.01.25 10:59:00 - [56] Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh spoilers must not read. Still looking forward to it despite the strange sounds of no omnigel opt out for hacking and no unlimited ammo. Do you have to complete the entire game or can you just import games that you've beaten the main storyline with?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 15:31:00 - [57] You can sex up Garrus if female, don't think there are any male-on-male romances though. You can import any completion file of ME1 Tim (each time you complete a seperate save slot is made), or just choose the 'canon' choice from Bioware.
Tichu Tilyon Ordo Drakonis Curatores Veritatis Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.25 15:45:00 - [58] I personaly enjoyed playing it through, lot more the me1 ;)
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.01.25 16:27:00 - [59] Originally by: Irida Mershkov You can sex up Garrus if female, don't think there are any male-on-male romances though. Double standards towards homosexuality make Baby Jesus cry! Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 17:28:00 - [60] Originally by: Victor Valka Originally by: Irida Mershkov You can sex up Garrus if female, don't think there are any male-on-male romances though. Double standards towards homosexuality make Baby Jesus cry! Funny how it works. Have heard a guy say in Cardiff before "LESBIANS ARE AWESOME BRAH, BUT GAYS ARE ***GOTS". Something along that line regardless.
Corban Mah	Posted - 2010.01.25 17:45:00 - [61] I finished the game today (yea i'm ebil) and I'm kinda dissapointed. Don't worry i won't spoil anything. Well basically as already said it is a thumbed down version of Mass Effect 1, with less interesting story, a decent ending which doesn't even come close to the ME 1 ending and some idiot at Bioware decided it would be a good idea to tell the player basically right from the start where the game is going to end. Still its a pretty good and entertaining game and i enjoyed it, even tough it has its flaws.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.25 17:48:00 - [62] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Victor Valka The important question we all wanted to know is - who did you do? In other words, Tali or GTFO! fyp Yes Tali is an option. SPOILERS: Sex scenes revealed. Basically after the link is a set of youtube vids of the conclusion of a romance with Miranda, Jack (aka as Subject Zero, Renegade and Paragon versions) and Tali.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 18:02:00 - [63] I think people have yet to realise that ME2 is more or less a set up of ME3. Also, Jack? what the Christ?
Futar Csav0	Posted - 2010.01.25 19:10:00 - [64] I found this conversation very funy :)) !!!!!!!!!!!!!BIG SPOILER!!!!!!!!! Shepard: Are you asking to join us? Geth: Yes. Shepard: Then what should I call you? Geth: Geth. Shepard: I mean you. Specificaly. Geth: We are all geth. Shepard: What is the invidual in front of me called? Geth: There is no individual. We are Geth. Geth: there are currently 1183 programs active in this platform. EDI: 'My name is Legion, for we are many'
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 19:37:00 - [65] ^What class is he?^
Futar Csav0	Posted - 2010.01.25 19:47:00 - [66] Originally by: Irida Mershkov ^What class is he?^ !!!!Spoiler!!!!! Donno, he can use sniper rifle and assault rifle, has nice shield skill, combat drone, his specific skills(hp,weapon dmg and skill recharge) and ai hack... he is pretty bad ass :D Afther I got him he was always in my team ;)
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 19:51:00 - [67] Originally by: Futar Csav0 Originally by: Irida Mershkov ^What class is he?^ !!!!Spoiler!!!!! Donno, he can use sniper rifle and assault rifle, has nice shield skill, combat drone, his specific skills(hp,weapon dmg and skill recharge) and ai hack... he is pretty bad ass :D Afther I got him he was always in my team ;) +++++++++++++SPOILERSZ++++++++++++++++ Sounds like an Infiltrator or Engineer then, bugger.
Tichu Tilyon Ordo Drakonis Curatores Veritatis Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.25 20:03:00 - [68] Originally by: Irida Mershkov I think people have yet to realise that ME2 is more or less a set up of ME3. Also, Jack? what the Christ? I have to agree with you on this, but still I enjoyed it alot playing it. :D Unfortunatly I lost my me1 saves so I will have to finish it again, then me2 again and safed it this time for me3 :D. Cus the bioware plot is kinda sucky, I have finished the game with another outocome and I didn't lost Wrex. Also another question on me1, can you safe both Ashley and Kaidan, if yes how? :)
Wendat Huron Stellar Solutions	Posted - 2010.01.25 20:10:00 - [69] Originally by: Corban Mah ...Don't worry i won't spoil anything... ...some idiot at Bioware decided it would be a good idea to tell the player basically right from the start where the game is going to end... Delenda est achura.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.25 22:32:00 - [70] Originally by: Victor Valka I C WAT YOU DID DER! For maximum hilarity; is there a homosexual romance option for male Shepard? I was wrong.
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.25 23:22:00 - [71] My current lack of ME2 is killing me inside :( I hate you all that have already played it.
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.01.26 04:43:00 - [72] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Victor Valka I C WAT YOU DID DER! For maximum hilarity; is there a homosexual romance option for male Shepard? I was wrong. Rule 34! While we're on the topic of men-love, is it me, or does anyone else hate the guts of the voice actor for Shepard? Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.26 07:24:00 - [73] Edited by: Akita T on 26/01/2010 07:25:33 Wait, what, no sexing up your assistant ?!? I could understand the justicar not wanting anything to do with any of that (considering both just how old she is AND what happens when she has "kids"), but the assistant all but comes on to you, is constantly flirty, and I already had a dinner with her. P.S. Don't get me wrong, still disappointed by the game overall, but it's nevertheless better than most others out recently. _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.26 12:11:00 - [74] Originally by: Victor Valka Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Victor Valka I C WAT YOU DID DER! For maximum hilarity; is there a homosexual romance option for male Shepard? I was wrong. Rule 34! While we're on the topic of men-love, is it me, or does anyone else hate the guts of the voice actor for Shepard? Male Sheps VA is a lot better in 2 than 1, in 1 he had the most deadpan voice imaginable, that said, Femshep is the best one purely because her voice actor is actually pretty good, and makes it convincing. Edit: Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders.
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.01.26 12:27:00 - [75] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Victor Valka Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Victor Valka I C WAT YOU DID DER! For maximum hilarity; is there a homosexual romance option for male Shepard? I was wrong. Rule 34! While we're on the topic of men-love, is it me, or does anyone else hate the guts of the voice actor for Shepard? Male Sheps VA is a lot better in 2 than 1, in 1 he had the most deadpan voice imaginable, that said, Femshep is the best one purely because her voice actor is actually pretty good, and makes it convincing. Edit: Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders. Good to know. I played as female in ME1 because (1) the male VA made me want to puncture my eardrums and (2) I'm a fan of Jennifer Hale. (I'm also a sucker for redheads. ) Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Regat Kozovv Caldari Alcothology	Posted - 2010.01.26 15:56:00 - [76] Some of the first reviews are up: Kotaku Ars Technica I'm slightly unsettled and nervous now. I played the original ME on 360 (freakin' exclusive period) and planned on purchasing ME2 for 360 as well so I could bring my save games over. From both reviews, that seems to be a strong selling point. From the reviews however, this sounds like Gears of War with dialogue. Most of the RPG elements done. I'm not entirely opposed to this, but I was expecting an RPG. And while I'll certainly play a shooter, I won't do so on the console. So I might just go ahead and buy this on Steam or the like. I guess I could do a ME play through on PC really quick (Steam for $20) but that seems like a waste. I have no doubt this will be a good game, and I'm looking forward to playing it in one way or another this evening. Guess we'll have to see if my worries are just that. Still, reading the reviews and listening to where they've taken the game really disrupts my preconceptions of it.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.26 16:31:00 - [77] Edited by: Akita T on 26/01/2010 16:31:54 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders. Hmm, what about Morinth ? I wonder if Shep could survive that _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.01.26 18:15:00 - [78] Decrypting.... 59% done and counting and further more why do i even need a sig?
JordanParey Minmatar Suddenly Ninjas	Posted - 2010.01.26 19:15:00 - [79] This is probably the most successful thread I've ever made Could anyone describe the missions in a bit more detail? Is it pretty to look at, at least? Also, anyone needing help with the original before they play the new one is more than welcome to ask, L60 999999 credit player here
Marko Riva Adamant Inc.	Posted - 2010.01.26 19:38:00 - [80] Edited by: Marko Riva on 26/01/2010 19:38:41 Just finished it, ending is not as epic as in part 1 tbh, actually had an "uhm ok, this is it?". But it's still great and a proper Bioware product. Still very good, played an Adept and mostly used Grunt and Garrus as "tank" and "ranged dps" while I lobbed Biotics at targets. ----------- I think, therefore I'm single. New projectile damage PDF Alliance creation service
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.26 21:58:00 - [81] Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 26/01/2010 16:31:54 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders. Hmm, what about Morinth ? I wonder if Shep could survive that Who? Mordin(?), I haven't played the game much, I don't own it yet. Friday will not come soon enough. ShephardxWrex~ Originally by:* Marko Riva Edited by: Marko Riva on 26/01/2010 19:38:41 Just finished it, ending is not as epic as in part 1 tbh, Tends to happen with mid-trilogy games unfortunately, the first ten minutes are pretty jawsome though.
Marko Riva Adamant Inc.	Posted - 2010.01.26 22:13:00 - [82] Anyone has a decent link with facts regarding to powers? Starting anew and I can choose from a special skill but can't find any decent info on them. The wiki is mostly a ME1 wiki, it barely has ME2 info. Mostly interested in the difference between Barrier, Fortification and Geth shield boost. ----------- I think, therefore I'm single. New projectile damage PDF Alliance creation service
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.01.26 23:30:00 - [83] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Akita T Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders. Hmm, what about Morinth ? I wonder if Shep could survive that Who? Mordin(?)*, I haven't played the game much, I don't own it yet. Friday will not come soon enough. No, Morinth. The daughter of Samara, the asari justicar. You can get her at the end of the "loyalty" mission for her mother. _ We are recruiting \| Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.27 15:17:00 - [84] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Akita T Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yes you can sex up Kelly Chambers too, both genders. Hmm, what about Morinth ? I wonder if Shep could survive that Who? Mordin(?)*, I haven't played the game much, I don't own it yet. Friday will not come soon enough. No, Morinth. The daughter of Samara, the asari justicar. You can get her at the end of the "loyalty" mission for her mother. Found out who she was five mins after I posted, go figure. Is she better than Samara? Admittedly, I have no info on Samara at all.
Marko Riva Adamant Inc.	Posted - 2010.01.27 19:18:00 - [85] All the cool cybering side, Mordin is by FAR the best character in the game, his conversations and timing are fantastic and his talking to his former colleague on the Krogan world is so very well done, singing bit is just hilarious. His logic is like poetry. If there would be a "best game character" award, he'd win it. ----------- I think, therefore I'm single. New projectile damage PDF Alliance creation service
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.27 21:17:00 - [86] I just started playing ME2, I just got Mordin, Garrus and jack on my team and so far it's been a fun experience. Died twice to those huge ass mechs and once to running into a hallway full of badies. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.01.29 01:38:00 - [87] RAGE Steam keeps dropping to 50kbps and stopping, telling me to download later
Peryner University of Caille	Posted - 2010.01.29 04:26:00 - [88] Originally by: Futar Csav0 Originally by: Irida Mershkov ^What class is he?^ !!!!Spoiler!!!!! Donno, he can use sniper rifle and assault rifle, has nice shield skill, combat drone, his specific skills(hp,weapon dmg and skill recharge) and ai hack... he is pretty bad ass :D Afther I got him he was always in my team ;) awww : ( the only thing I don't like this ME2 is the fact that we don't have a class upgrade option : ( Because this class is EXACTLY what I wanted. combat drones and a sniper rifle. god damn it >.< maybe they will release more classes with dlc?
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.01.29 05:37:00 - [89] Ok im a decent way into the game. I think its pretty good, its just not Mass Effect. It plays more like Gears of War with a touch of Bioshock. I prefer the new hacking and bypassing mini games, great improvement over frogger. But it does have minor issues that irk me. First, WHERE IS MY MAKO!!, seriously the new mining system is one step above EvE's mining in terms of boredom. I'm playing the infiltrator class, and it is broken. The sniper rifle more or less defines the playstyle. and the ammo restriction are punishing. we get a total of TEN shots, with the normal sniper rifle, 14 with the UBER-death rifle. and this is with the ammo capacity upgrade. This is utterly insufficent for about any situation. Exspecially if you like hanging back and picking off the hostiles (IE the entire reason i picked a sniper rifle class). Whats more, the infiltrator gets a up to 2.25 seconds of slow mo time, starting from when they look down the scope. This is perhaps the most useless point to slow down time. I've never seen a game that actively encorages counterstrike style aim-scope-shoot sniping. Let alone necessitate it. Would it really have been so hard to just give us another button, so we decided when to trigger our 2.25 seconds of sniper time? Finally, if you equip the sniper rifle and use a power, it snaps to the scope. This is utterly pointless and disorientating. the power tracks anyway, and half the time it just ends up going into a wall. if im not using the scope, and i hit a power, it just means i want to use the power, if i wanted to scope, i would have done so already. and further more why do i even need a sig?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.29 13:12:00 - [90] ^Ammo has never been a problem on my Infiltrator, <3 my cloak and sniper rifle, it's just a one-shot wonder, ammo isn't scarce if you search rooms, Sniper rounds are though so ensure those headshots, and it's very easy to get 10 kills with 10 shots, Krogan barred from the Equation. Game is pretty **** on normal, so I ramped it up to veteran straight away and it feels more like the previous one. God damn the tactical cloak is excellent though, use it, switch to sniper, get into position, Archangel and Zaeed are distractions, bang, target down, bang, target down. Engage cloak, relocate and switch to Machine Pistol if I run out of ammo. Mining oh god its slow and I need to upgrade it, where can you buy probes too? The Mako is gone, and thank god, the Mako sucked ass. You see Tali so early yet cannot have.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.30 01:12:00 - [91] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Mining oh god its slow and I need to upgrade it, where can you buy probes too? The Mako is gone, and thank god, the Mako sucked ass. You see Tali so early yet cannot have. Mining is indeed slow, but chat to Miranda once you're out and about flying in the Normandy, she'll give you a mining scanner upgrade, that speeds it up a bit. You'll need to gather the resources to build it though. All crew members have upgrade ideas though, so chat to them all. As for the Mako, they're currently working on some DLC for that, it'll be free if you have Cerberus Network access (ie all new copies do) and it's called the Hammerhead, it's a hovertank, so no more Velcro tyres. As for Tali, I'm quite sure you run into her later, I seem to recall a court session on the flotilla in one of the trailers.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.30 01:48:00 - [92] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 30/01/2010 01:51:55 Yeah, just time til Tali, got the scanner upgrade, very useful, need to see if I can get some more upgrades out of talking to the crew though. Successful mission, got new guns, all went well, go back to cabin. Fish dead. God damn. Edit: The Normandy Cook is my favourite character though. "I wash my hands, most of the time."
LLeugh Celestial Apocalypse	Posted - 2010.01.30 05:13:00 - [93] I'm definately going to check this out hopefully its as big as the last one. Dragon age was dissapointingly small If you are not living life on the edge you are taking up too much room
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.01.30 06:08:00 - [94] Originally by: LLeugh I'm definately going to check this out hopefully its as big as the last one. Dragon age was dissapointingly small Whhhhhhaat? Were you playing the same game that I was? On another note, I started ME2 yesterday. Already completed all the team quests and all available side quests. Absolutely love it. Mordin is win, and Joker is hilarious with his spats with EDI.
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.01.30 08:09:00 - [95] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Successful mission, got new guns, all went well, go back to cabin. Fish dead. God damn. Moment of silence for my dead fish. Their bodies consigned to the void. Fortunately, you can talk to kelly and have her feed them for you. Never again shall a fish die in vain. PS I now have to take back single god damm complaint i have about the infiltrator. Because I just learned that a Heavy Mech explodes like a nuke if you take out it's head. Brings a new definition to "BOOM! HEADSHOT!" and further more why do i even need a sig?
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.30 08:45:00 - [96] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 30/01/2010 08:49:56 Originally by: Culmen Originally by: Irida Mershkov Successful mission, got new guns, all went well, go back to cabin. Fish dead. God damn. Moment of silence for my dead fish. Their bodies consigned to the void. Fortunately, you can talk to kelly and have her feed them for you. Never again shall a fish die in vain. PS I now have to take back single god damm complaint i have about the infiltrator. Because I just learned that a Heavy Mech explodes like a nuke if you take out it's head. Brings a new definition to "BOOM! HEADSHOT!" The explosion is considerably more annoying if you're a vanguard though (biotic charge + shotgun = almost anything fried if timed well). It's rather lethal at a Vanguards optimal range. But I get the feeling charge is a bit overpowered, there's almost no range limit, it does a big chunk of damage and ignores all types of terrain and cover. Just point and charge, just need to look out for other enemies, since you do risk getting surrounded (and charging into a group of bloodpack mercs with flamers is a really bad idea). So far been having quite a bit of fun, just grabbed Jack from purgatory and probably going to do Zaeeds revenge mission next. Mining a lot of minerals for upgrades, have most of the upgrades I could get out of the crew installed already, so my Normandy is heavily armed and armoured, just need to find who gives the shield upgrades as I don't have those yet. Need to find a good way to make lots of credits though, as those weapon upgrades in stores get very expensive very quickly.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.30 10:35:00 - [97] SPOILER ALERT I just finished the game, recruited everyone, even did the DLC of the Normandy Crash and the mercenary (which I failed to see in the end cutscenes). I made sure everyone was loyal and pursued the relationship with Tali (Which I was dissapoint that I didn't get to see her face, but instead of just people wanting a sex scene it was really funny, especially Mordins talk about interspecies relations) <[Warning, more spoiler there too]. Beyond that doing the last final mission and having everyone loyal I did get them all out alive, but there were some places I was bitting my fingers screaming "C'MON DON'T DIE!" Not only that but the last level took an approach that was familiar and it still felt fresh, like I was doing it for the first time. But the last boss.. well the last boss will give me nightmares for awhile, especially when it came alive. It seemed to throwback to other bosses in older games, IE: 5:03 on this video Other than that I loved the game, being able to save the ship as "Someone other than Shepard" was surprising. I went Soldier, took a save off this site that had me pursue relations with the Asari, had me keep the council alive, and put Anderson in charge along with few other keypoint decisions that wanted to bite me in the ass. I had a lot of fun with the new combat system, absolutely zero time spent melting down extra weapons and gear into medi-gel and playing around with upgrades for hours. Instead I spent those hours using the new scanning system which kept me occupied (Seriously? Why can't we mine like this in Eve Online!?) for awhile. Other than that I spent most of my time doing decisions that felt "Right" to me in my eyes, but it doesn't mean I can't be an ******* and kill a few people or headbutt a Krogan. Overall Enjoyable Game, I would recommend at least one play through (I usually only do one play through, or more playthroughs after a few months). On a scale of 1-10 I'd give it a 9, there was just some weird feelings while conversing where it felt dead, or that the options didn't exactly reflect what Shepard actually said (And not in a good way). Was glad to go places I never been for before, and I was even imagining in my head while playing ME1. I enjoyed the change of pace and change to most if not all the combat system and travel system. I miss some of the conversations between characters (Would love to see how Legion and Tali do in an elevator together, hell most my missions after I got them involved Legion and Tali tagging along) but those 2 different confrontations between teammates kind of made up for it. And of course, Seth Green delivers, and delivers well. I enjoyed it, I hope everyone else did. Can't wait for ME3. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Marko Riva Adamant Inc.	Posted - 2010.01.30 11:04:00 - [98] Edited by: Marko Riva on 30/01/2010 11:06:56 Soldier with an extra shield is win, train up for the different ammo types and the shield. Using a soldier means you don't use your cooldowns much which means you can use the shield whenever you need it. Apart from that the male shepard still sucks with his voice acting, it's less bad than in ME1 but it's still there and the female version is much better. I also have the annoying feeling that the voice acting for everyone BUT Shepard is better than Shepard himself. ----------- I think, therefore I'm single. New projectile damage PDF Alliance creation service
Gambit Stryder Privateers	Posted - 2010.01.30 11:55:00 - [99] Vanguard alone makes it worthwhile. My Shep is like a superhero. Once you get barrier and heavy charge, you become one mean MF'er. Not to mention cryo ammo. Freezing enemies solid and then biotic charging into them causing them to shatter into a million pieces is hilarious, imo.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.30 14:53:00 - [100] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 30/01/2010 14:55:18 Originally by: Culmen Originally by: Irida Mershkov Successful mission, got new guns, all went well, go back to cabin. Fish dead. God damn. Moment of silence for my dead fish. Their bodies consigned to the void. Fortunately, you can talk to kelly and have her feed them for you. Never again shall a fish die in vain. PS I now have to take back single god damm complaint i have about the infiltrator. Because I just learned that a Heavy Mech explodes like a nuke if you take out it's head. Brings a new definition to "BOOM! HEADSHOT!" Honestly? I'd say Infiltrator is just the definition of power-playing at times, Sniper ammo isn't too bad providing you scavenge like a ***, and the kit does lack crowd control (my black storm gun solves this though), but god damn its fun, especially now I have the extended cloak, I can just power my way through locations, get behind the enemy and boo ya, enemies dying. Got Grunt and Tali last night, Grunt is pretty funny, liked him more than I thought I would, but as a class he seems a bit bare bones so I don't see myself using him, listening to him yell in combat is funny though. Tali doesn't seem too bad, the engineer drone seems a bit pants though, even ranked at four with the combat drone upgrade, but I was fighting the Blue Suns mercs rather than Synthetics at the time as a side mission so I'll have to keep using her for a better example. Any Infiltrators got a new sniper rifle yet? I'm still using the starter one but have gotten new everything else, and the Tempest SMG you find is pretty uber too, the Tempest one, especially with Disruptor ammo, it goes through Geth like no tomorrow. Kal'Reeger is my favourite NPC so far as well: "Take that you Synthetic son of a ***!" Edit: Anyone have any tips for taking down the Scions? the heavy-collector synthetic dudes? they just seem to ignore all my tech attacks, sniper rifle takes too many rounds to be worth using on the sods, biotics don't work and my Carnifex pistol just abuses my ammo count If I use it for too long.
sirtradealot	Posted - 2010.01.30 15:44:00 - [101] Edited by: sirtradealot on 30/01/2010 15:45:40 Finished the game 2 days ago... Loves it... Edit: Also worth noting: I played the game on "easy" and died ONCE during the 20 or so hours of gameplay. i.e.: pretty easy on the PC, dunno about consoles....
Khors Amtek Inc	Posted - 2010.01.30 21:53:00 - [102] I saw some negative replies in this thread and was a bit sceptical, but after playing it now, I realized some things really improved, while a few went the other way. The story seems to be as good as the last one, which is what really made the first game good. And the side quests and social interactions seem to have improved a bit as well. I've only played for maybe two hours though. -
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.01.31 00:01:00 - [103] Originally by: sirtradealot Edit: Also worth noting: I played the game on "easy" and died ONCE during the 20 or so hours of gameplay. i.e.: pretty easy on the PC, dunno about consoles.... So playing on easy was... gasp EASY?!
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.31 01:21:00 - [104] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 31/01/2010 01:23:36 Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 31/01/2010 01:21:18 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Any Infiltrators got a new sniper rifle yet? I'm still using the starter one but have gotten new everything else, and the Tempest SMG you find is pretty uber too, the Tempest one, especially with Disruptor ammo, it goes through Geth like no tomorrow. Edit: Anyone have any tips for taking down the Scions? the heavy-collector synthetic dudes? they just seem to ignore all my tech attacks, sniper rifle takes too many rounds to be worth using on the sods, biotics don't work and my Carnifex pistol just abuses my ammo count If I use it for too long. I got a new sniper rifle in the Dantias Tower when picking up Thane. The last section before the bridge. It's near the end in a side corridor next to a corpse, some ammo and a cash point. As for Scions, I only faced one so far, on the first "storyline mission" you get from the Illusive man. Best tactic for me was using rapid fire weapons (or the Collector Beam Weapon, you get that in the storyline too) to burn through the shields (all the while staying out of it's firing arc, the thing hurts) and then throw as much inferno/incinerate abilities at it as possible to get through the armour. It'll put it's barriers back up a few times, but you can get it down. That one took me a good 5 minutes to kill though. They're tough nuts to crack. Currently playing on "normal" and I've died quite a few times already, but the Vanguard class seems to have some risks to it, charge can deal awesome damage, but it's going to get you into trouble quite often too.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 03:14:00 - [105] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 31/01/2010 03:15:02 Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 31/01/2010 01:23:36 Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 31/01/2010 01:21:18 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Any Infiltrators got a new sniper rifle yet? I'm still using the starter one but have gotten new everything else, and the Tempest SMG you find is pretty uber too, the Tempest one, especially with Disruptor ammo, it goes through Geth like no tomorrow. Edit: Anyone have any tips for taking down the Scions? the heavy-collector synthetic dudes? they just seem to ignore all my tech attacks, sniper rifle takes too many rounds to be worth using on the sods, biotics don't work and my Carnifex pistol just abuses my ammo count If I use it for too long. I got a new sniper rifle in the Dantias Tower when picking up Thane. The last section before the bridge. It's near the end in a side corridor next to a corpse, some ammo and a cash point. As for Scions, I only faced one so far, on the first "storyline mission" you get from the Illusive man. Best tactic for me was using rapid fire weapons (or the Collector Beam Weapon, you get that in the storyline too) to burn through the shields (all the while staying out of it's firing arc, the thing hurts) and then throw as much inferno/incinerate abilities at it as possible to get through the armour. It'll put it's barriers back up a few times, but you can get it down. That one took me a good 5 minutes to kill though. They're tough nuts to crack. Currently playing on "normal" and I've died quite a few times already, but the Vanguard class seems to have some risks to it, charge can deal awesome damage, but it's going to get you into trouble quite often too. Got two new sniper rifles today, got the one in Thanes mission, didn't like it as much as the other one, the Widow-anti material rifle, as its weak as hell, but has a lot of ammunition and is semi auto. Scions are still a pain, but the Widow can take them down in 3 shots, just god damn they are a pain in the ass. I've died a fair few times, usually when A) Krogan Bum Rush. B) Collector Harbinger Charge. C) Failing to activate my cloak, or getting shot up or running the wrong way once cloaked. (Good fun here, was doing Grunts loyalty mission, relocating with my cloak and the battlemaster saw me, backhanded, I went down like a ***** whilst Garrus was sniping from the other end of the map. , Jacob was already down too, go figure. I just have to decide now as I get Disruptor ammo lv 4, whether to for the heftier rounds (which will be very useful for YMIR mechs and the Heavy Collector flying units, can't quite recall what they're named though), or squad-wise disruptor rounds, think I'll go for the stronger rounds to be honest. Edit: I also wish the Engineer drone was stronger, it's useful for forcing enemies into the open, but it does ass all damage.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.01.31 06:38:00 - [106] what is fustrating me more is going back to the first game and wanting to try things differently then. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10JAN10
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr Clann Fian Revival Of The Talocan Empire	Posted - 2010.01.31 11:36:00 - [107] 50% left on my steam download. cant ****ing wait! ________________________________________________ Tau - Yeah we suck in close combat. To bad you will never get there. For the greater good!! Quote: "I love Australia! Our spiders have health bars.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 12:49:00 - [108] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 31/01/2010 07:04:20 what is fustrating me more is going back to the first game and wanting to try things differently then. On that note playing as Jane Shepard been a rather nice experince and I assume very different from the John Shepard (who im trying to tailor to be a total renagade in the first game now) I enjoyed how Joker is a major character now and would have loved to see more EDI Joker conversations in the next game. Out of all the new characters though I think Garrus (yeah hes new, nothing like his old self) is the only one that remains interesting, the new surprise guest was way to late in the game though would have liked to seen more Tali conversations/conflicts between the two or Tali and EDI conversations The first game is downright unplayable to me now, but I can see myself doing a fourth playthrough eventually. Garrus is a complete bad ass in this game compared to the first too.
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr Clann Fian Revival Of The Talocan Empire	Posted - 2010.01.31 12:56:00 - [109] Originally by: Irida Mershkov The first game is downright unplayable to me now, but I can see myself doing a fourth playthrough eventually. Garrus is a complete bad ass in this game compared to the first too. Garrus was always badass. Not as good as wrex though. Shepard:"Put your guns down, we dont want to start a fight" Wrex "Why not?" ________________________________________________ Tau - Yeah we suck in close combat. To bad you will never get there. For the greater good!! Quote: "I love Australia! Our spiders have health bars.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 13:01:00 - [110] Originally by: Xanos Blackpaw Originally by: Irida Mershkov The first game is downright unplayable to me now, but I can see myself doing a fourth playthrough eventually. Garrus is a complete bad ass in this game compared to the first too. Garrus was always badass. Not as good as wrex though. Shepard:"Put your guns down, we dont want to start a fight" Wrex "Why not?" No, he's been amped all the way up to 11 in Me2, Me1 Garrus doesn't have **** on Me2 Garrus, especially his loyalty mission and introduction hoooooly balls.
Xanos Blackpaw Amarr Clann Fian Revival Of The Talocan Empire	Posted - 2010.01.31 13:04:00 - [111] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Xanos Blackpaw Originally by: Irida Mershkov The first game is downright unplayable to me now, but I can see myself doing a fourth playthrough eventually. Garrus is a complete bad ass in this game compared to the first too. Garrus was always badass. Not as good as wrex though. Shepard:"Put your guns down, we dont want to start a fight" Wrex "Why not?" No, he's been amped all the way up to 11 in Me2, Me1 Garrus doesn't have **** on Me2 Garrus, especially his loyalty mission and introduction hoooooly balls. gah! download faster stupid steam! 72%!! ________________________________________________ Tau - Yeah we suck in close combat. To bad you will never get there. For the greater good!! Quote: "I love Australia! Our spiders have health bars.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 13:40:00 - [112] Anyone else listened to the Turian trying to score with the Quarian on Ilium?
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.01.31 13:42:00 - [113] Please tell me there is a way to remap _all_ controlls. I'm a left hander, and half the duck, jump, powerwheel commands use that frakking left ****.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.01.31 13:45:00 - [114] for all you pc gamers i recommended getting a game controller to play intead. This is certainly no mouse and keyboard game. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10JAN10
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.31 20:08:00 - [115] Edited by: Bestofworst Worstofbest on 31/01/2010 20:14:09 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Anyone else listened to the Turian trying to score with the Quarian on Ilium? That and the bachelore party? Hell ya they were both very entertaining. The game was great, I never saw many conversations between Tali and EDI but the ones between EDI and Joker were hilarious. Also LMAO at Jokers robot dance in response to Legion. I want to replay the ending cause it was fun, got to think on how to do a second playthrough though as a different class. I wish I had ME1 on PC so I could have a direct save on how I want it, but alas I just have the saves from websites. Edit: Did you see the two Krogan on their homeworld with one talking about how he thinks he found his son? That was awesome too, can't think of anymore great conversations besides that and the two Krogan in the Citadel talking about the Presidium and the fish up there. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.31 20:13:00 - [116] Originally by: Nova Fox for all you pc gamers i recommended getting a game controller to play intead. This is certainly no mouse and keyboard game. I disagree, I felt more at home with mouse and keyboard than I did with a controller. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 20:32:00 - [117] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Edited by: Bestofworst Worstofbest on 31/01/2010 20:14:09 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Anyone else listened to the Turian trying to score with the Quarian on Ilium? That and the bachelore party? Hell ya they were both very entertaining. The game was great, I never saw many conversations between Tali and EDI but the ones between EDI and Joker were hilarious. Also LMAO at Jokers robot dance in response to Legion. I want to replay the ending cause it was fun, got to think on how to do a second playthrough though as a different class. I wish I had ME1 on PC so I could have a direct save on how I want it, but alas I just have the saves from websites. Edit: Did you see the two Krogan on their homeworld with one talking about how he thinks he found his son? That was awesome too, can't think of anymore great conversations besides that and the two Krogan in the Citadel talking about the Presidium and the fish up there. I need to resolve the fish quest, but I haven't explored the citadel much, I need to get the conversations with Tali and EDI too, the ones with Joker are amazing though that is so true. The bachelor party is great yeah, "That's called a belly button, you'll be taking shots out of it later on!". I actually quite like the Krogan homeworld, the discussions between the Krogan are great, I just wish that (same with the Migrant Fleet and Ilium, and the Citadel/Omega to some degree) that there was more there, what is there is great, I just wish there was more of it. C-Sec with lots of humans is also very interesting, especially Captain ~~Saul Tigh~~ Bailey, some good character development into even the least important NPCs. I just need more credits now, trying to buy out a lot of stuff on the shops on the Citadel and Omega before I even touch Iliums stuff, but my credit bank is hitting zero all the time. I'm looking forward to a second playthrough as pure-renegade.
JordanParey Minmatar Suddenly Ninjas	Posted - 2010.01.31 20:49:00 - [118] holy successful thread Batman So you guys would definitely recommend me wast- err, using my spare time to play Mass Effect 2?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 20:54:00 - [119] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 31/01/2010 20:56:23 Definitely. Now, for the most important plot related question of Mass Effect 2, how the hell do I get Kelly to feed my damn fish? Legion has some serious dance moves too!
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Distant Drums	Posted - 2010.01.31 21:14:00 - [120] Right, I've finally recruited everyone that is available to recruit. I notice there's a medal available for sexing up someone on your crew. So I have to ask... How do I seduce Dr. Chakwas? ____________________
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.31 21:18:00 - [121] Originally by: ReaperOfSly Right, I've finally recruited everyone that is available to recruit. I notice there's a medal available for sexing up someone on your crew. So I have to ask... How do I seduce Dr. Chakwas? I thought that Ice Brandy would do the trick, but alas. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.01.31 21:41:00 - [122] yeah find it funny i can rescue an entire galaxy but not a tank of fish. EDI feed my fish! Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10JAN10
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.01.31 21:56:00 - [123] Originally by: Nova Fox for all you pc gamers i recommended getting a game controller to play intead. This is certainly no mouse and keyboard game. I disagree, mouse speed is spot on, keyboard layout is clear and compact, perfect for playing, I have a 360 controller, but haven't touched it or felt the need to for ME2. Love that it's easy to change just about every keybinding through the options. Mouse Aiming is lovely too, especially with slow powerful weapons where precision really matters. Got most of the crew loyal now, Loyalty mission for Tali just triggered and I'm still missing Legion, but other than that I'm complete. Wonder if Legion provides a ship bonus or a personal one. Most of the ship-board upgrades seem done. 100% Paragon so far continuing from a lvl 54 Paragon Liara lover from ME1. Not taking any new love-interests, I want to make sure I'll still have Liara available for ME3 (foresight in spite of the odds). Made a mistake with the Scions btw, those are just the nberhusks. Burn their shields using rapid fire weapons then a few shots with a Hand Cannon to get rid of the armour. Just remember to switch to incendiary ammo on the armour or you'll be shooting it all damn day. Thought you were talking about those Praetorian things (giant hovering crab things with particle beams). found out that the CE rifle is fairly lousy unless your opponents have next to no health and lots of shields, the Battle rifle works much better as an all-rounder.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.01.31 22:00:00 - [124] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Originally by: Nova Fox for all you pc gamers i recommended getting a game controller to play intead. This is certainly no mouse and keyboard game. I disagree, mouse speed is spot on, keyboard layout is clear and compact, perfect for playing, I have a 360 controller, but haven't touched it or felt the need to for ME2. Love that it's easy to change just about every keybinding through the options. Mouse Aiming is lovely too, especially with slow powerful weapons where precision really matters. Got most of the crew loyal now, Loyalty mission for Tali just triggered and I'm still missing Legion, but other than that I'm complete. Wonder if Legion provides a ship bonus or a personal one. Most of the ship-board upgrades seem done. 100% Paragon so far continuing from a lvl 54 Paragon Liara lover from ME1. Not taking any new love-interests, I want to make sure I'll still have Liara available for ME3 (foresight in spite of the odds). Made a mistake with the Scions btw, those are just the nberhusks. Burn their shields using rapid fire weapons then a few shots with a Hand Cannon to get rid of the armour. Just remember to switch to incendiary ammo on the armour or you'll be shooting it all damn day. Thought you were talking about those Praetorian things (giant hovering crab things with particle beams). found out that the CE rifle is fairly lousy unless your opponents have next to no health and lots of shields, the Battle rifle works much better as an all-rounder. I used the battle-rifle up until I got the gun to replace it in the Collector ship when you thought it was derelict. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.01.31 22:30:00 - [125] Pfft, check out you nubs with assault rifles, real men use sniper rifles and SMGs (and then complain that we can't control crowds).
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.01 01:41:00 - [126] Soldier with MG + party incendiary rounds is epic-levels of awesome. Add in to that advanced training for barrier. Simply amazing. On another note Joker and EDI interactions are hilarious.
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.01 01:48:00 - [127] Well, installed when I wrote in this topic, been playing for 14 hours straight, need to get some sleep. Combat sucks, but the game in itself is hellishly addictive. I miss Wrex, though, he had some very nice things to add.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 01:51:00 - [128] Originally by: Daphne Mezereum Well, installed when I wrote in this topic, been playing for 14 hours straight, need to get some sleep. Combat sucks, but the game in itself is hellishly addictive. I miss Wrex, though, he had some very nice things to add. Combat sucks? I dare say that's a challenge Dons his Fanboy Helmet ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.01 02:15:00 - [129] Originally by: Daphne Mezereum Well, installed when I wrote in this topic, been playing for 14 hours straight, need to get some sleep. Combat sucks, but the game in itself is hellishly addictive. I miss Wrex, though, he had some very nice things to add. Combat sucks? you having a laugh squire? You prefer just mindlessly absorbing damage whilst firing endlessly into the target until they hit the floor?
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.02.01 04:40:00 - [130] I'm guessing a lot of people here liked unlimited ammo in ME1 This allowed for a 'just keep shoot until everything is dead' approach. No such animal in ME2. I love the extra challenge. I'm not done with the game yet, but it is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Mining sucks, but that appears to be intentional (just as it was supposed to be a pain in the ass to find all minerals in ME1). Combat is spectacular. You start every mission with full ammo and as long as you are using your abilities & squad members correctly you have plenty to last. (how friggin fun is that Viper sniper rifle!!!) Some situations will really press your ammo if you use one gun all the time. You need to be able to switch around depending on badguy range etc I miss the whole pick up items and sell them at the store thing. They have given us a decent customization scheme (props to the Armor tweaking stuff), however i've always liked the classic method of customizing outfit/arms for the character. I can go either way and again, the new system is cool. Credits are hard to come by in this game, you need to be smart and get discounts from shop keepers if you want to be able to buy all items as you go through. It would be nice to be able to sell extra minerals for credits. The story line is much more full and polished. The maps are beautiful. The game seems a bit linear but then again so was ME1. I'd rather have a rich full game with solid direction than running around the Wastelands for all Oblivion (hinthint). I think they could improve ME by allowing some larger maps for a bit more needless exploration (throw a few collect x/19 items quests out there) and it will give people that 'open world' experience they felt when driving around the Mako in ME1 9/10. This is about as good as they get. Until KOTOR 3 comes out (likely a frosty day in hell) this is my new game :) Seriously though, at 41 hours in and I still have content/sidequests to go before continuing w/ the storyline! Excellent game length and I never thought i'd say this.... if this RPG was longer it would only hurt it. Looking at the time consumption for a masochistic completionists run-through (for me, that includes mining almost every planet to depleted /wrists) simply making the game longer would take away from its replay value. ok, semi-spoiler alert / i need your help!:* dfskDIDdfskIdfskSCREWdfskUPdfskWITHdfskASHLEYdfskONdfskHORIZON?? dfskCANdfskYOUdfskGETdfskHERdfskTOdfskJOINdfskTHEdfskPARTY? dfskIFdfskIdfskWAITdfskDOESdfskSHEdfskCOMEdfskBACK? dfskIT'sdfskMYdfskONLYdfskEMPTYdfskSQUADdfskSLOT :( dfskWASdfskTHATdfskSLOTdfskFORdfskKAIDEN?
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 06:01:00 - [131] Originally by: Pr1ncess Alia I'm guessing a lot of people here liked unlimited ammo in ME1 This allowed for a 'just keep shoot until everything is dead' approach. No such animal in ME2. I love the extra challenge. I'm not done with the game yet, but it is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Mining sucks, but that appears to be intentional (just as it was supposed to be a pain in the ass to find all minerals in ME1). Combat is spectacular. You start every mission with full ammo and as long as you are using your abilities & squad members correctly you have plenty to last. (how friggin fun is that Viper sniper rifle!!!) Some situations will really press your ammo if you use one gun all the time. You need to be able to switch around depending on badguy range etc I miss the whole pick up items and sell them at the store thing. They have given us a decent customization scheme (props to the Armor tweaking stuff), however i've always liked the classic method of customizing outfit/arms for the character. I can go either way and again, the new system is cool. Credits are hard to come by in this game, you need to be smart and get discounts from shop keepers if you want to be able to buy all items as you go through. It would be nice to be able to sell extra minerals for credits. The story line is much more full and polished. The maps are beautiful. The game seems a bit linear but then again so was ME1. I'd rather have a rich full game with solid direction than running around the Wastelands for all Oblivion (hinthint). I think they could improve ME by allowing some larger maps for a bit more needless exploration (throw a few collect x/19 items quests out there) and it will give people that 'open world' experience they felt when driving around the Mako in ME1 9/10. This is about as good as they get. Until KOTOR 3 comes out (likely a frosty day in hell) this is my new game :) Seriously though, at 41 hours in and I still have content/sidequests to go before continuing w/ the storyline! Excellent game length and I never thought i'd say this.... if this RPG was longer it would only hurt it. Looking at the time consumption for a masochistic completionists run-through (for me, that includes mining almost every planet to depleted /wrists) simply making the game longer would take away from its replay value. ok, semi-spoiler alert / i need your help!:* dfskDIDdfskIdfskSCREWdfskUPdfskWITHdfskASHLEYdfskONdfskHORIZON?? dfskCANdfskYOUdfskGETdfskHERdfskTOdfskJOINdfskTHEdfskPARTY? dfskIFdfskIdfskWAITdfskDOESdfskSHEdfskCOMEdfskBACK? dfskIT'sdfskMYdfskONLYdfskEMPTYdfskSQUADdfskSLOT :( dfskWASdfskTHATdfskSLOTdfskFORdfskKAIDEN? As far as I know you can't get her back because you are with cerberus, but here is your squad: SPOILER ALERT Legion, Tali, Garrus, Samara, Mordin, Miranda, Jacob, Grunt, Thane, Jack, and Zaeed if you have the DLC. I looked around and the only place that hasn't been taken up by a squad member is port observatory, but it doesn't even have an open option (with it being red) compared to the other places that had the door console but was locked off for team members. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 06:32:00 - [132] Bioware side-topic. Anyone else find Dragon Age pretty dissapointing? It lacked the depth and epicness that Mass Effect had. I was sorely turned off by the fact that my character wasn't talking at all even though I gave him a voice that has some combat lines "THAT ALL YOU GOT?!" and the characters aren't as deep as I'd expect them. Maybe I'm just drawn to Space Operas, but DA was dissapointing. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.02.01 06:38:00 - [133] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Bioware side-topic. Anyone else find Dragon Age pretty dissapointing? It lacked the depth and epicness that Mass Effect had. I was sorely turned off by the fact that my character wasn't talking at all even though I gave him a voice that has some combat lines "THAT ALL YOU GOT?!" and the characters aren't as deep as I'd expect them. Maybe I'm just drawn to Space Operas, but DA was dissapointing. i tried very hard to like DA:O, i probably played it through 3 times? was a cool game but really fell short in MANY categories. it seemed rushed.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 07:14:00 - [134] Edited by: Bestofworst Worstofbest on 01/02/2010 07:14:03 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0a54Vm1ww8w&feature=related Here's the conversation about the missing Elevator conversations. Bioware thought ahead. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Garia666 Amarr T.H.U.G L.I.F.E The Volition Cult	Posted - 2010.02.01 07:21:00 - [135] Mass effect 2 is awsome. almoste as good as the 1st one. I played it for many hours now. www.garia.net
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.01 09:16:00 - [136] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Edited by: Bestofworst Worstofbest on 01/02/2010 07:14:03 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0a54Vm1ww8w&feature=related Here's the conversation about the missing Elevator conversations. Bioware thought ahead. That's awesome, haha. My fave were Wrex and Tali in the elevators. "Do you Krogans only ever talk about your great wars?" "Yep."
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.01 10:13:00 - [137] No, I prefer turn based combat, and I'd prefer if my RPG wouldn't turn into and FPS half the time (looking at you "Fallout" 3). The whole "duck, shoot, duck, shoot" mechanics are, for me, boring. Except in STALKER, but that game had a much better combat model.
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.02.01 10:48:00 - [138] Originally by: Daphne Mezereum No, I prefer turn based combat, and I'd prefer if my RPG wouldn't turn into and FPS half the time (looking at you "Fallout" 3). The whole "duck, shoot, duck, shoot" mechanics are, for me, boring. Except in STALKER, but that game had a much better combat model. did you buy ME or Fallout not knowing there would be a strong fps combat scheme? It's not like they tried to pass off ME2 as Neverwinter Nights or anything... or just a comment in general regarding RPG/FPS games? if so, ignore me
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.01 10:51:00 - [139] Edited by: Nova Fox on 01/02/2010 10:55:04 try brining legion to tali's court case (it will have to be the second to last loyalty mission you pull off.) Also to the citadel and Ilos What I really want to try though is brining legion to the council for the first time to get my specter licence reinstated with the alive council but that will require me beating the first ME again. aside from that legion deserves alot more dialouge and story options imo but alas that would be something very intersting for ME3. so far... I havent gotten a single suicide squad through without casualties, every one's list is seeminlgy different. So far Im at distraction trying ot figure out who wont die in that one and im hoping i dont have to swap out with the rest of the winnning combination there. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10JAN10
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 11:02:00 - [140] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 01/02/2010 10:55:04 try brining legion to tali's court case (it will have to be the second to last loyalty mission you pull off.) Also to the citadel and Ilos What I really want to try though is brining legion to the council for the first time to get my specter licence reinstated with the alive council but that will require me beating the first ME again. aside from that legion deserves alot more dialouge and story options imo but alas that would be something very intersting for ME3. so far... I havent gotten a single suicide squad through without casualties, every one's list is seeminlgy different. So far Im at distraction trying ot figure out who wont die in that one and im hoping i dont have to swap out with the rest of the winnning combination there. You can use this site to get a save that has a living council, plus as a second play through you get a +25% xp bonus. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 11:05:00 - [141] Anyone else absolutely love the soundtrack? Burning it to CD now to listen to in the car. ________________________________________________ My Music Posts slowly rising in quality to the decline of my dignity.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.01 11:20:00 - [142] Edited by: TimMc on 01/02/2010 11:21:25 Just played ME2 to completion yesturday, all missions and assignments. All planets visited. 30 hours in 3 days. Obviously no game is perfect, and ME2 is not, but its definetly one of the best games I've played in a long while. 1. Losing ship at beginning is definetly an exciting start. At end I thought was going to lose ship again which would have been stupid to keep losing ships between games. 2. Joker was boring or irritating in first game, but ME2 he is hilarious with EDI. 3. Alot darker than ME1. ME1 feels very star trek - clean and simple with sometimes dark undertones. 4. Much funnier. Found myself laughing out loud, and giggling at references to other films or sci fi. 5. Annoyed me you couldn't get your previous romance to join you. I went with Liara in ME1, but she has turned into an obcessive angry woman suddenly. Ended up moving on to Tali, but didn't get to see her face. Apparently most of your squad can be romanced, and you can die from having sex with the asari's daughter. 6. Alot of dialogue. Most characters are pricks, even ones I liked in first game like Garrus. Talking to them and helping with issues seems to humanise them. 7. Holy ** Jack scares me. 8. I swear Ashley has changed voice actor in the brief time you see her. 9. Ammo is good. Always wondered where my ammo was coming from. 10. I disliked the simplified weapon system where very few guns, and new ones always better than current. There is a large variety of heavy weapons though which is fun. 11. Far more challenging fights than in ME1. Biotics aren't massively overpowered like before. Being able to storm and moving abilities/orders out of the paused view keeps it very action packed. However seems swapping weapons is only accessible from pause menu. 12. Huge amount of new information about interesting races. 13. At first I hated the lack of skills, but it makes sense. After playing ME1 you shouldn't need to relearn everything. Paragon/Renegade conversation trees being open only if you have been previously a Paragon/renegade also makes more sense than simply skilling up for them. Actions in cutscenes is also very good improvement. 14. Ability to completely fail is good. I lost half my crew by doing side missions before going to save them. Its also possible to fail the last mission if you don't upgrade the normandy. Losing most your team is possible. I lost 1 teammate, which I presume because 2 of my teammates were "normal" rather than "loyal". 15. End boss battle was predictable but fun, mostly because I was on my last rounds of ammo when it went down. Edit: Originally by:** Nova Fox yeah find it funny i can rescue an entire galaxy but not a tank of fish. EDI feed my fish! heh my fish always died. Apparently though if you flirt with kelly she will offer to feed your fish.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.01 12:55:00 - [143] oh btw go mine uranus for some funny comments from EDI. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10JAN10
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.02.01 12:56:00 - [144] Go for the eyes, Boo! I honestly LOL'ed when I realized what I was looking at. Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.02.01 16:17:00 - [145] My opinion of ME 2 just dropped several notches. Since I have borderline OCD, I decided to run every single assignment. Ran into 3 that reliably crashed. This is the kind of crash that could have been spotted with 5 minutes of beta testing. They are Mining the Canyon. The bot can start moving while still in the "sleep state" and refuses to take power cells. Result "Stuck, reload" Theres the Estevanius, walk down the only path avalible to you (a very very narrow path), walk off the map Stuck walking on air, reload. But these are just annoyances compared to the utter CCP levels of incompetence in "N7: Abandoned Research Station" There is a bug with one of the puzzles that crashes to desktop 100% of the time if you look at it, across all PC settings. Did anyone even run this game on the PC? and further more why do i even need a sig?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.01 16:34:00 - [146] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 01/02/2010 10:55:04 try brining legion to tali's court case (it will have to be the second to last loyalty mission you pull off.) Also to the citadel and Ilos What I really want to try though is brining legion to the council for the first time to get my specter licence reinstated with the alive council but that will require me beating the first ME again. aside from that legion deserves alot more dialouge and story options imo but alas that would be something very intersting for ME3. so far... I havent gotten a single suicide squad through without casualties, every one's list is seeminlgy different. So far Im at distraction trying ot figure out who wont die in that one and im hoping i dont have to swap out with the rest of the winnning combination there. Bringing Legion to the Quarian fleet basically just has everyone gasping, and also having them ask Legion about retaking the homeworld, he replies that the Geth are peaceful and only attack in defence, and the Quarian homeworld hasn't been touched, as the Quarians were, and still are the first to fire. To the Citadel Shep basically just says "he's my personal synthetic" You do get Legion way too late yet. Originally by: Daphne Mezereum No, I prefer turn based combat, and I'd prefer if my RPG wouldn't turn into and FPS half the time (looking at you "Fallout" 3). The whole "duck, shoot, duck, shoot" mechanics are, for me, boring. Except in STALKER, but that game had a much better combat model. Back to your JRPGs with you.
Midge Mo'yb Antares Shipyards Phalanx Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.01 17:28:00 - [147] i completed it last night, lost 5 squadmates on the last mission :oops: gonna redo it and try and keep them all alive - i kinda felt bad for cheating on liara, and i think its gonna affect something in ME3 and i will regret it xD -----------------------------------------------
Kin'Tarr Minmatar Absinthe Brothers	Posted - 2010.02.01 18:48:00 - [148] Edited by: Kin''Tarr on 01/02/2010 18:48:58 Originally by: Midge Mo'yb i completed it last night, lost 5 squadmates on the last mission :oops: Spoiler I had the same problem when I ran through the last mission, I went in thinking characters would die :[ . Reloaded and figured out that you have to chose the right people for the right job rather than use characters you care less for, i.e. Legion/Tali for vent shaft since they are techs, an experienced leader for the fireteam/escort back to Normandy etc. Im guessing having all your buddies loyal helps? K.O.S*
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.01 19:37:00 - [149] Originally by: Culmen My opinion of ME 2 just dropped several notches. Since I have borderline OCD, I decided to run every single assignment. Ran into 3 that reliably crashed. This is the kind of crash that could have been spotted with 5 minutes of beta testing. They are Mining the Canyon. The bot can start moving while still in the "sleep state" and refuses to take power cells. Result "Stuck, reload" Theres the Estevanius, walk down the only path avalible to you (a very very narrow path), walk off the map Stuck walking on air, reload. But these are just annoyances compared to the utter CCP levels of incompetence in "N7: Abandoned Research Station" There is a bug with one of the puzzles that crashes to desktop 100% of the time if you look at it, across all PC settings. Did anyone even run this game on the PC? None of these I could get to happen on the xbox 360 version then again it autopatched as soon as i launched. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.01 21:31:00 - [150] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Back to your JRPGs with you. This is a very grave insult. I have not played a single JRPG in my life. On the other hand, all my favourite RPGs have either fully turn-based combat (Fallout, Arcanum), or a real-time combat that is in effect turn based, with continuous turn resolution (BG1,2,PS:T). Oh, and the whole "hunker down till the red jelly gets off the screen" type of healing is one of the worts ideas of gaming, imho. I'd still give this game at least 8/10, for its still BioWare, with BioWare levels of storyline and characters, and its good enough to tie me to this computer for 12+ hours straight.
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:11:00 - [151] Edited by: Zyck on 01/02/2010 23:11:32 Originally by: Kin'Tarr Edited by: Kin''Tarr on 01/02/2010 18:48:58 Originally by: Midge Mo'yb i completed it last night, lost 5 squadmates on the last mission :oops: Spoiler I had the same problem when I ran through the last mission, I went in thinking characters would die :[ . Reloaded and figured out that you have to chose the right people for the right job rather than use characters you care less for, i.e. Legion/Tali for vent shaft since they are techs, an experienced leader for the fireteam/escort back to Normandy etc. Im guessing having all your buddies loyal helps? SPOILERS* Aside from the right person for the job loyalty helps too. If you do all your characters loyalty quests they're much more likely to survive. Upgrading the Normandy is a must as well though it sounds like you did. You can lose a good number of your team before you even get to the base if you haven't upgraded all of the normandy's systems (minus the med bay and probe launcher). My entire team survived anyway. Legion in the ducts and Garrus leading the combat team both times with Samara doing the biotic shield. Unfortunately my entire ships crew died :( I got there too late to save the first half and made the mistake of sending the survivors back alone so they all died.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:16:00 - [152] *SPOILER ALERT* I saved everyone by making Miranda first squad leader, Legion ducts, Garrus second squad leader, Jacob back with the crew, Samara for biotic shield, and Tali + Garrus for the last battle. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
illford baker Pilots of Damnation death from above..	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:19:00 - [153] Originally by: Zyck made the mistake of sending the survivors back alone so they all died. why on earth was that a good idea? i just sent back the guy who was most like me. who needs 2 snipers anyway?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:25:00 - [154] Originally by: Daphne Mezereum Originally by: Irida Mershkov Back to your JRPGs with you. This is a very grave insult. I have not played a single JRPG in my life. I think you need to step back and take a deep breath and lighten up a bit.
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:33:00 - [155] :click left mouse button: No offence taken, I just hate JRPGs.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:57:00 - [156] i found out that most peoples combo's for suicide free is different from person to person. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.01 23:59:00 - [157] Edited by: Bestofworst Worstofbest on 02/02/2010 00:04:40 So I went for finding a save that had 100% or near 100% paragon but didn't save the council and let wrex live.. IT IS HARD AS HELL. Edit: Found one. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.02 00:29:00 - [158] Shephard to Detective: Your superiors have no reason to send you to your death. Miranda: Remember that next time Shephard sends us to an impossible mission. Garrus: That's about twice a day.
Discrodia Gallente Green Peace Inc.	Posted - 2010.02.02 01:02:00 - [159] I'm a bit cash-strapped, so right now I'm working on making a good playthrough on ME-1 while I try and get the cash. But it looks and sounds **ing awesome. Fake Edit: I'm so glad they added the Tali romance option. Techy girls are hot =P Originally by:** CCP Zymurgist Locked, thread is filled with trolling.
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.02 01:07:00 - [160] How and where to pick up Legion? I have a full squad and a fully loyal squad, (with the exception of that Cerberus *****, sorry, Jack was right), and I need a geth for the full intergalactic experience.
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.02 01:19:00 - [161] Edited by: Zyck on 02/02/2010 01:20:10 Edit: Mordin is indeed **ing hilarious. I lol'd hard when he started singing that. * SPOILER ON LEGION You pick him up on the IFF storyline mission.
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.02 01:20:00 - [162] Ah, thats what I have been putting of to find him first. D'oh.
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.02 01:27:00 - [163] ENKINDLE THIS! Spoilers Is anyone else somewhat disappointed by everyone's reactions when they see Shepard for the first time? I mean I go to the Citadel go to Anderson's office and get a "Oh, there he is" response. I was expecting most people to have forgotten Shepard's face already and the ones who do... well I just expected more when they see a man returning from the dead. The only two that I think gave a (semi) good response are Garrus because of his smug personality, and Liara.
Reiisha Evolution IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.02 02:03:00 - [164] Originally by: Daelorn Spoilers Is anyone else somewhat disappointed by everyone's reactions when they see Shepard for the first time? I mean I go to the Citadel go to Anderson's office and get a "Oh, there he is" response. I was expecting most people to have forgotten Shepard's face already and the ones who do... well I just expected more when they see a man returning from the dead. The only two that I think gave a (semi) good response are Garrus because of his smug personality, and Liara. To be fair, they may not have known for sure that Shepard was dead, they never found his body. Well, only a few people know about it. Also, they may have know about Shepard coming back ever since the facility he/she woke up in was destroyed, so they had some time to prepare rather than be surprised. Still, i agree that it should have been handled better. I also miss a lot of explanation about the Lazarus Project - You see all those technical bits but you never get to hear or see anything about them after the initial video. "If you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all"
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.02 02:39:00 - [165] Originally by: Reiisha Originally by: Daelorn Spoilers Is anyone else somewhat disappointed by everyone's reactions when they see Shepard for the first time? I mean I go to the Citadel go to Anderson's office and get a "Oh, there he is" response. I was expecting most people to have forgotten Shepard's face already and the ones who do... well I just expected more when they see a man returning from the dead. The only two that I think gave a (semi) good response are Garrus because of his smug personality, and Liara. To be fair, they may not have known for sure that Shepard was dead, they never found his body. Well, only a few people know about it. Also, they may have know about Shepard coming back ever since the facility he/she woke up in was destroyed, so they had some time to prepare rather than be surprised. Still, i agree that it should have been handled better. I also miss a lot of explanation about the Lazarus Project - You see all those technical bits but you never get to hear or see anything about them after the initial video. True. What I just think is that Shepard being a big war hero him going missing for two years people would wonder. Either way if they knew or not, I kind of expected a better response after missing for two years.
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.02.02 04:56:00 - [166] Just flew to the seventh planet of the sol system in the local cluster and fire a few probes. EDI had some interesting things to say about it. and further more why do i even need a sig?
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.02 11:24:00 - [167] Originally by: Culmen Just flew to the seventh planet of the sol system in the local cluster and fire a few probes. EDI had some interesting things to say about it. I chuckle to myself when I made every single planet in the Sol system depleted. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.02 12:50:00 - [168] Bioware made a mistake in the first ME, found out kaiden is actually a female according to liara. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.02 14:45:00 - [169] Holy Hell, the Omega cluster is pretty big, I've never actually left the station-system to check the others, I just head back through the Mass Relay usually. Time to check for sidequests!
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.02 20:55:00 - [170] I found Tali's face ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.02 21:13:00 - [171] Just finished the first playthrough, Vanguard, full paragon, everyone still alive (once I figured out that certain people leading teams get others killed), reaper and collector base destroyed. No Romance, this one's for Liara. Next one up, probably an Adept, probably paragon again, not sure which love-interest though, Kelly looks like fun (love me some redhead).
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.02 22:07:00 - [172] i wished they made the other exclusive armors eventually obtainable just make it very hard to. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.02 23:43:00 - [173] 36 hours, first playthrough, just got Samara, doing loyalty quests then the Reaper IFF. Second playthrough is gonna be Renegade Femshep, Sentinel or Adept, any reccomendations?
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.03 00:50:00 - [174] Originally by: Irida Mershkov 36 hours, first playthrough, just got Samara, doing loyalty quests then the Reaper IFF. Second playthrough is gonna be Renegade Femshep, Sentinel or Adept, any reccomendations? I'm going to bring legion on my Tali loyalty quest and to my first trip to the citadel. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Daphne Mezereum Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.03 01:19:00 - [175] Adept. Heavy Warp+Bastion+Shockwave: Everybody dies. Finished. I'm a bit dissapointed, the badguys lacked the menace of Sovereign. I fully understand why this has to be so, but it felt more like a clean-up covert op than a full-blown "****, I must save the Galaxy" quest. OTOH, I love the Krogan and Quarian cultures/locations.
Discrodia Gallente Green Peace Inc.	Posted - 2010.02.03 02:43:00 - [176] If I remember from my short time playing, the Vanguard is pretty damn good when you have Charge pimped out. Charge, Shotgun, reload & recover, repeat. Works pretty damn well on tougher enemies, and is great for forcing enemies away from cover and into your allies sights. Very high risk though, but if you're willing to die a few times you will have a blast doing it. Originally by: CCP Zymurgist Locked, thread is filled with trolling.
Sorbus Lipstick	Posted - 2010.02.03 04:57:00 - [177] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Second playthrough is gonna be Renegade Femshep, Sentinel or Adept, any reccomendations? Went through with female Sentinel. I liked Tech Armor, surely saved me a LOT of times (me being a bit kamikaze at times). Throw, warp, overload and cryo blast, Heavy pistols and submachine guns. Thought about trying adept next, but I think I want some gunning done also. So guess I might try infiltrator or engineer. I dunno, but I have hard time trying to make paragon choices. They just.. don't feel right haha.
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.03 08:41:00 - [178] Finished the game as Paragon Solider FemShep, keeping loyal to Liara (ie abstinent), going to go back and start again with Renegade FemShep with Biotic/Tech (whichever one that is?) Quick question though, when I found the crew I only had Dr. Chakwas with Chambers being killed as I got there, how do I save the crew then? I assume I would need to get the IFF as late as possible (therefore making Legions loyalty mission the last) before going through, correct? Also one massive plot hole I noticed: How the hell are they going to get back? I didn't spot a Mass relay anywhere nearby and after the destruction of the facility the black-hole they were orbiting took over and crushed everything in the area...
Victor Valka Caldari Preta Light Industries Naraka.	Posted - 2010.02.03 09:04:00 - [179] Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Quick question though, when I found the crew I only had Dr. Chakwas with Chambers being killed as I got there, how do I save the crew then? Don't do any side missions after the crew gets kidnapped. Go straight for Ω4. Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Also one massive plot hole I noticed: How the hell are they going to get back? We'll have ME3 to explain that. Don't hold you breath, it's gonna be at least 3 years until we get it. Originally by: Spaztick You are not outnumbered, you are in a target-rich environment.
Deviana Sevidon Gallente Panta-Rhei Butterfly Effect Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.03 11:45:00 - [180] Edited by: Deviana Sevidon on 03/02/2010 11:49:17 Obvious spoilers ahead: For all of the Crew to survive, you should do the reaper IFF mission, only when all team members are loyal and you are fully upgraded because, immediatly after the mission is completed the Normandy crew gets abducted and you can only save all of them, if you head through the Omega 4 relay right after that happened. If you have not upgraded Armor, Shields, Weapons and perhaps the Thrusters you will lose Teammembers on the way to the station. For the next part of the mission, you need to assign specialists with certain tasks. Also the Team member needs to be loyal to increase the chances of success. For the ducts assign either Tali or Legion. Second Team Leader: Miranda, Jacob or Garrus. Escorting Crew survivors back to Normandy: Any loyal crewmember seems fine, I choose Zaeed for this. During the next part you have also to assign a new Squad Leader, again someone with Leadership experience seems to be a good choice. Biotic to generate the Barrier: Samara or Jack. If Miranda is with you at the final battle, and you choose the Paragon Path afterwards, she will tell the I-Man to f... off and resign from Cerberus. Even when you did everything right, there is a chance that some of those not with you at the final battle might die, but it seems less likely with all of them loyal. Edit: Why would they not be able to get back? The Mass Relay leading into the Terminus System is still in place and and the Normandy is damaged, but still able to fly and warp, so there should not be any problems using the Relay. Quote: Disclaimer: All mentioned above contains my opinion and is therefore an absolute truth (for me anyway, my universe, muhahaha.....ok, done
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.03 11:52:00 - [181] finished the Game, going to start again later and this time go for soilder infaltraiter sucked, though sniping was cool. ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.03 12:27:00 - [182] wait i did two side quests after getting the reaper iff and legion, and the first girl we found in the hive died, was she a crew member? Saved the Doc, the Secretary and cookie. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.03 12:41:00 - [183] you talking about the one that stands next to the Map telling you when you have new messages or someone wants to talk to you? shes a crew member and she dies. ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.03 15:46:00 - [184] Originally by: Victor Valka Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Also one massive plot hole I noticed: How the hell are they going to get back? We'll have ME3 to explain that. Don't hold you breath, it's gonna be at least 3 years until we get it. Actually Mass Effect 3 is due out January 2011 Originally by: Deviana Sevidon Why would they not be able to get back? The Mass Relay leading into the Terminus System is still in place and and the Normandy is damaged, but still able to fly and warp, so there should not be any problems using the Relay. We don't see a Mass Relay when we jump into the Omega system and if there was one it would have been pulled into the black hole when the station blew up - remember how the Normandy left the system via FTL - so they are going to have to travel around a section of the galaxy "filled with black holes and exploding stars" looking for a (probably non-existent) mass relay.
Midge Mo'yb Antares Shipyards Phalanx Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.03 16:46:00 - [185] Edited by: Midge Mo''yb on 03/02/2010 16:47:34 Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Originally by: Victor Valka Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Also one massive plot hole I noticed: How the hell are they going to get back? We'll have ME3 to explain that. Don't hold you breath, it's gonna be at least 3 years until we get it. Actually Mass Effect 3 is due out January 2011 Originally by: Deviana Sevidon Why would they not be able to get back? The Mass Relay leading into the Terminus System is still in place and and the Normandy is damaged, but still able to fly and warp, so there should not be any problems using the Relay. We don't see a Mass Relay when we jump into the Omega system and if there was one it would have been pulled into the black hole when the station blew up - remember how the Normandy left the system via FTL - so they are going to have to travel around a section of the galaxy "filled with black holes and exploding stars" looking for a (probably non-existent) mass relay. then how did the collectors get to the other side of the galaxy? there is a relay somewhere -----------------------------------------------
Wild Rho Amarr Sniggerdly	Posted - 2010.02.03 18:19:00 - [186] Only Mass Effect 1 but it made me laugh :P Shepard Being A Jerk
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.03 22:16:00 - [187] Just completed it today, Legion is my favourite team-mate. "Geth do not infiltrate." ... "Geth do not purposely, infiltrate." you tell em Robro. ~Spoilers~ The Normandy isn't stuck in collector space, during the credits you go back through, if you continue that file once completed, you end up back in normal space. The Terminator was a bit daft, but incredibly easy on Veteran, me and Legion with the Anti-Material rifles sorted him out easily, kept Garrus as back up. Garrus was also hilarious as my Femsheps romance option: "Normally i'd be complimenting your head ridge if you were Turian, I suppose you hair is nice and your waist is... very supportive." Smooth Garrus, Smooth. According to Mordin kissing Thane is like licking a toad too. Also, on Legions mission, did you guys wipe out the Heretics or re-write them?
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.03 22:33:00 - [188] anyone know how i can save my whole crew so Far 3 of them die, the assasin, the wierd woman who kills her daughter and legion any tips ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Kin'Tarr Minmatar Absinthe Brothers	Posted - 2010.02.03 22:52:00 - [189] Originally by: Bodrul anyone know how i can save my whole crew so Far 3 of them die, the assasin, the wierd woman who kills her daughter and legion any tips * Make sure your crew are all loyal, upgrade the Normandy before heading through the Omega relay (weapons/shield/armour), then when it comes to choosing team members for certain parts of the final mission select the right ones for the right job (vent needs a good techie so that would be legion/Tali, and for the second fire team a good leader which could be Garrus for instance). Do go into it thinking that you should choose your least favourite characters for the **ty jobs. :P K.O.S**
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.03 23:15:00 - [190] Originally by: Bodrul anyone know how i can save my whole crew so Far 3 of them die, the assasin, the wierd woman who kills her daughter and legion any tips As many upgrades as possible, all loyalty (I didn't have Zaeed loyal though so there is a bit of leeway). Also don't trigger the IFF mission until you are ready, it begins a countdown afterwards which effects crew casualty rates. I ploughed through it after that and didn't lose anyone.
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.04 00:14:00 - [191] thanks, started again from the start going to do that. ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Zyck Dark-Rising IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.04 01:00:00 - [192] I think my two personal favorite dialogue moments: Mordin singing "I am the perfect model of a scientist salarian" was awesome on so many levels. If you talk to Legion and ask why he has a piece of N7 armor welded to himself, he explains that he and his good-geth friends went to Eden Prime in the hopes of finding you, but got shot up by settlers. They got to the Normandy crash site and found some of your armor, and he used it to patch himself up. You can then ask him: Shepard: "But that doesn't explain why you have a piece of my old armor welded to yourself" Legion: (Pauses and looks at you for a few seconds) "There was a hole." I don't know why but that cracked me up.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 01:42:00 - [193] Originally by: Zyck I think my two personal favorite dialogue moments: Mordin singing "I am the perfect model of a scientist salarian" was awesome on so many levels. If you talk to Legion and ask why he has a piece of N7 armor welded to himself, he explains that he and his good-geth friends went to Eden Prime in the hopes of finding you, but got shot up by settlers. They got to the Normandy crash site and found some of your armor, and he used it to patch himself up. You can then ask him: Shepard: "But that doesn't explain why you have a piece of my old armor welded to yourself" Legion: (Pauses and looks at you for a few seconds) "There was a hole." I don't know why but that cracked me up. Legion is my second favourite character development wise, Garrus taking first (swiping Tali down to third), he (Legion) just seems embarrassed on using your armour, he's the true ascended fanboy. Legion is great for insight into the Geth though, especially about his/their confusion on why the Quarians tried to exterminate them , the bit about how the Geth have tried to preserve their homeworld for when the Quarians return was particuarily worthy.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.04 01:49:00 - [194] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Zyck I think my two personal favorite dialogue moments: Mordin singing "I am the perfect model of a scientist salarian" was awesome on so many levels. If you talk to Legion and ask why he has a piece of N7 armor welded to himself, he explains that he and his good-geth friends went to Eden Prime in the hopes of finding you, but got shot up by settlers. They got to the Normandy crash site and found some of your armor, and he used it to patch himself up. You can then ask him: Shepard: "But that doesn't explain why you have a piece of my old armor welded to yourself" Legion: (Pauses and looks at you for a few seconds) "There was a hole." I don't know why but that cracked me up. Legion is my second favourite character development wise, Garrus taking first (swiping Tali down to third), he (Legion) just seems embarrassed on using your armour, he's the true ascended fanboy. Legion is great for insight into the Geth though, especially about his/their confusion on why the Quarians tried to exterminate them , the bit about how the Geth have tried to preserve their homeworld for when the Quarians return was particuarily worthy. I see that we have the same taste in characters, I thought the same way with Grunt being fourth because I just loved how he had some controlled chaos about him wanting to fight. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 02:05:00 - [195] Grunt is just controlled bad assery. The one thing I liked was taking him to the Krogan homeworld, and his response at it basically just being a smoking crater. Can't quite recall the quote though. I have to admit, I thought Grunt would be a crappy Wrex to begin with, but props to Bioware for making him pretty interesting, and amusing during combat. "HAH, Right on your ass!" I AM KROGAN. One thing that cracks me up though is how different Jacob looks from previous incarnations. I think I'm the only person who likes Jacob.
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.02.04 03:24:00 - [196] finished. imported my me2 run into new insanity run (wow is it hard until you get some tech) TIP: Keep multiple saves, but not TOO MANY. Much to my regret, after I got about 75 save game files (towards the end of the game) the game just started deleting saves when I'd make a new one... AND IT DIDN'T START W/ THE OLDEST ONES It would save my most recent, but all the newer ones before that were deleted. SO... when I went to load my game and do a perfect suicide mission I had a save from half way through the game, then a save from the moment i arrived on the collector base (AFTER you pick your squad). Long story short: Save Fail. Keep an eye on your saves and don't let them clutter up.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.04 03:33:00 - [197] Originally by: Kin'Tarr Originally by: Bodrul anyone know how i can save my whole crew so Far 3 of them die, the assasin, the wierd woman who kills her daughter and legion any tips * Make sure your crew are all loyal, upgrade the Normandy before heading through the Omega relay (weapons/shield/armour), then when it comes to choosing team members for certain parts of the final mission select the right ones for the right job (vent needs a good techie so that would be legion/Tali, and for the second fire team a good leader which could be Garrus for instance). Do go into it thinking that you should choose your least favourite characters for the ****ty jobs. :P F5 is your friend in this regard, use it often. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.04 04:17:00 - [198] "I guess you'd have to work the blade, not much point though. Heh, not much point... ah, nevermind." ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.04 05:05:00 - [199] Originally by: Bodrul anyone know how i can save my whole crew so Far 3 of them die, the assasin, the wierd woman who kills her daughter and legion any tips Fully upgrade the normandy, gain everyone's loyalty, Use Legion or Tali to hack through the tubes Use Garrus or Miranda as Squad leaders Use Samara or Miranda as Biotic Shield Send Jacob back with the Survivors Everyone should survive.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.04 08:06:00 - [200] Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 08:07:35 I need to go back though ME 1 and ME 2 and reprepare for the worst, a full reaper invasion. I need the Rachni, Quarians, Genophage cure handy, and Geth all on my side and the council and citadel militant fleets and the allaince if i can. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 09:49:00 - [201] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 08:48:08 Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 08:07:35 I need to go back though ME 1 and ME 2 and reprepare for the worst, a full reaper invasion. I need the Rachni, Quarians, Genophage cure handy, and Geth all on my side and the council and citadel militant fleets and the allaince if i can. Also im going to try to find out how to get the romance ending with the love from ME 1 (saw a german play though video that has it) Tick, Tick, Tick & Tick. My Paragon Femshep is prepared anyway, my renegade one is gonna be buggered. Also, just a helpful hint to anyone who happens to die without saving, you'll notice the game will start you off on the 'resume' option from your last actual save, if you check the load files, you'll see it'll have the auto-saves and a restart mission option, I didn't notice this until half way through the game. Came very handy when I realised I hadn't saved in five hours before I died.
Ancy Denaries Forever Unbound	Posted - 2010.02.04 10:45:00 - [202] Played through the first one maybe four times before I finally got my hands on the preorder ME2, imported my Paragon Adept, rewrote her as a Vanguard and got slightly disappointed about the shotgun (the assault took care of that though) and got massively miffed when I didn't get the Paramour achivement for romancing Kelly, then got her kidnapped and knew I had to go through the Omega relay to save her. Good thing I had done all loyalty quests already O.o Got through the suicide mission but lost Thane (NOOOO!). Now gonna play through as an Infiltrator and try to get through with everyone alive. Mass Effect 2 is...quite frankly one of the absolute best games I have ever played, and it's all due to the story and characters. ---- The Demigodess with a Conscience - An EVE IC Blog Originally by: CCP Dropbear rofl edit: ah crap, dev account. Oh well, official rofl at you sir.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 11:25:00 - [203] You lost fishman? you bastard. END GAME SPOILERS Actually, one point is where the hell was Harbinger during all this?, he releases control of the Collector General right at the end, but I noticed you never actually see him, so there is a second Reaper (Sovereign being the first) during the events of the game.
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.04 11:37:00 - [204] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 08:48:08 Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 08:07:35 I need to go back though ME 1 and ME 2 and reprepare for the worst, a full reaper invasion. I need the Rachni, Quarians, Genophage cure handy, and Geth all on my side and the council and citadel militant fleets and the allaince if i can. Also im going to try to find out how to get the romance ending with the love from ME 1 (saw a german play though video that has it) How do you get the Genophage cure? That was the one thing I was never quite sure about in ME1, got everything else though. Does anybody else think that to really get the full effect of ME2 we need to wait until ME3, with most of the decisions in ME1 you could sort of see where they could end up, but I just don't see how many of my choices are going to have any great impact on ME3 (apart from the really big ones like the Geth and destroying/cleaning the station at the end.)
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.04 13:11:00 - [205] Edited by: Nova Fox on 04/02/2010 13:12:24 You can convince mordin to save his peer reviewed associates work. This may help out with the genophage cure, but I dont think krogen instantly grow that fast then again we may not know when we will need that vs the time when the reapers who are now **ed off enough that they have to take the long way to our galaxy to kill us all. You can probably convince the quarians not to war with the geth at the trial. You can also probably convince the Geth and if legion is any proof to fight for the survival of the galaxy, adding the rewritten geth may help out or worse yet shoot you in the foot (virus back fires) Rachni you save in the first ME, youll get an update on them during ME2 if you saved the queen. Council's and other aliens view of you are very starkly different if you kept them alive or not, I mean yeah maltreatment is there but im sure they will get over the fact your realive. Some of the aliens seem very **ed off about letting them die. With a very united council its possible they can withstand far better than last time. But im pertty sure when ME3 does come out ill be shooting my foot again. wishing I did something right in the first game. and finally, how do you get the Shepard VI to work? would be funny if EDI has things to say about it. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 27JAN10
Ancy Denaries Forever Unbound	Posted - 2010.02.04 13:58:00 - [206] MAJOR SPOILER As I understood it, Harbinger was actually still in dark space during ME2, only "remotely controlling" the Collectors through the general. Perhaps through some form of QED (Quantum Entanglement Device) or similar thing. It would appear to be some form of advanced indoctrination. At the end, after you destroy the Collector base, you can see Harbinger "leading" the Reaper fleet (he's the Reaper with four glowing eyes, just like the collector general), so I would assume he's still in dark space. It does seem a bit farfetched though. ---- The Demigodess with a Conscience - An EVE IC Blog Originally by: CCP Dropbear rofl edit: ah crap, dev account. Oh well, official rofl at you sir.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 14:03:00 - [207] Originally by: Ancy Denaries MAJOR SPOILER As I understood it, Harbinger was actually still in dark space during ME2, only "remotely controlling" the Collectors through the general. Perhaps through some form of QED (Quantum Entanglement Device) or similar thing. It would appear to be some form of advanced indoctrination. At the end, after you destroy the Collector base, you can see Harbinger "leading" the Reaper fleet (he's the Reaper with four glowing eyes, just like the collector general), so I would assume he's still in dark space. It does seem a bit farfetched though. I noticed that Harbinger controls the Collectors in the same way Saren was controlled by Sovereign, and that the datapad with the picture of Harbinger matches the ending cinematic of him starting up. Either way, it's going to be interesting to see how it plays out in the third one with the 'dark energy' effecting those suns and watching the galaxy defend themselves from the Reapers.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.04 22:02:00 - [208] Trying to ignore most of what is written in these comments since i just got this awesome game today. Just got my new normandy. I knew it was coming but i still squeeled with glee. Especially seeing good old joker. Something about this game really appeals to me. I think its the story, its so rich in detail. Especially if you take time to read everything. Glad i read the books now. Otherwise i wouldnt of known about the Cerberus attack on the flotilla. Anyway back to gamage. Dont think im going to get any sleep tonight. Still got a new ship to explore before i do anything. Then go get the scientist. Oh one more thing, anyone else only does the good playthrough on most games that give you this option. I just never feel like being a bad character in these games. Except when the person or event demands a harsh responce!
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.04 22:11:00 - [209] Originally by: LordSwift Trying to ignore most of what is written in these comments since i just got this awesome game today. Just got my new normandy. I knew it was coming but i still squeeled with glee. Especially seeing good old joker. Something about this game really appeals to me. I think its the story, its so rich in detail. Especially if you take time to read everything. Glad i read the books now. Otherwise i wouldnt of known about the Cerberus attack on the flotilla. Anyway back to gamage. Dont think im going to get any sleep tonight. Still got a new ship to explore before i do anything. Then go get the scientist. Oh one more thing, anyone else only does the good playthrough on most games that give you this option. I just never feel like being a bad character in these games. Except when the person or event demands a harsh responce! Ya, I can never do a full Renegade, I just feel bad. I can be jackass to some people, but not all of them, like I let some people die to kill a merc leader. But other than that I hope you enjoy it, the setting and the characters make the game for me, it's great to talk to each character, and I loved the romance options in the game, and it doesn't need to be graphic, it means a lot more this time then just "LAWL SEXSCENE LETS GET ON FOX NEWS" ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.04 22:20:00 - [210] Edited by: LordSwift on 04/02/2010 22:21:12 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Originally by: LordSwift Trying to ignore most of what is written in these comments since i just got this awesome game today. Just got my new normandy. I knew it was coming but i still squeeled with glee. Especially seeing good old joker. Something about this game really appeals to me. I think its the story, its so rich in detail. Especially if you take time to read everything. Glad i read the books now. Otherwise i wouldnt of known about the Cerberus attack on the flotilla. Anyway back to gamage. Dont think im going to get any sleep tonight. Still got a new ship to explore before i do anything. Then go get the scientist. Oh one more thing, anyone else only does the good playthrough on most games that give you this option. I just never feel like being a bad character in these games. Except when the person or event demands a harsh responce! Ya, I can never do a full Renegade, I just feel bad. I can be jackass to some people, but not all of them, like I let some people die to kill a merc leader. But other than that I hope you enjoy it, the setting and the characters make the game for me, it's great to talk to each character, and I loved the romance options in the game, and it doesn't need to be graphic, it means a lot more this time then just "LAWL SEXSCENE LETS GET ON FOX NEWS" Yeah you feel strong connections to these characters. Like forcing ashley to get off the ship and going to help joker. No question in my mind. They were not going to die!!! oh also the Blood Dragon armour is awesome. Just wish i could remove the helmet in cutscenes
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.04 22:52:00 - [211] Not being able to remove the helmet on my Terminus armour is well annoying, but I've got better alternatives thankfully. Are the books actually any good Swift? I keep seeing them in the local waterstones.
Motaka Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.05 00:41:00 - [212] 2010 is only a month and a bit old and im getting a bit gamed out.January gave me Darksiders,Bayonetta and Mass Effect 2.Starting today i'll start Dantes inferno then next week its Bioshock 2 followed by Heavy Rain. Thank god for Blockbusters.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.05 00:44:00 - [213] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Not being able to remove the helmet on my Terminus armour is well annoying, but I've got better alternatives thankfully. Are the books actually any good Swift? I keep seeing them in the local waterstones. Yeah they are. Well i enjoyed them. If you have read the resident evil books then i think you like these. But everyone is different. have a sneak read of a few pages and decide yourself.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.05 00:49:00 - [214] Shall head to Waterstones next time i'm in Cardiff, cheers Swift. Just started my Renegade Sentinel playthrough, picking Slam as my specialized ability, on Insane difficulty.
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.05 08:08:00 - [215] this sucks I saved the whole crew apart from 1 first time my assasin dies (saved his life by getting the Weapons upgrade) so i blew up that ship pretty fast anyhow i am at the stage where only one person dies (Miranda) anyhow know the best selection for the last fight where both people live? where you kill the human thingy ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Pr1ncess Alia Caldari Perkone	Posted - 2010.02.05 11:59:00 - [216] Originally by: Bodrul this sucks I saved the whole crew apart from 1 first time my assasin dies (saved his life by getting the Weapons upgrade) so i blew up that ship pretty fast anyhow i am at the stage where only one person dies (Miranda) anyhow know the best selection for the last fight where both people live? where you kill the human thingy read the thread? multiple people have discussed good selections to get a perfect run through. to start: make sure you did all the loyalty missions and that you didn't do anything to make your people unloyal.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.05 12:38:00 - [217] I'm doing my third runthrough now. Vanguard was a fun class to play my second time (soldier was first). Infiltrator seems to be hard for this third time, but cloaking is fairly cool. Trying to play as a paragon, what happens if you don't let garrus take the shot in his loyalty mission?
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.05 12:53:00 - [218] Originally by: Pr1ncess Alia read the thread? multiple people have discussed good selections to get a perfect run through. to start: make sure you did all the loyalty missions and that you didn't do anything to make your people unloyal. how do you think i saved almost all of them :P last hurdle and all of them are loyal. (apart from maranda who is normal) since i took jacks side when they were arguing going to try use diffrent team and leave her behind. ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.05 13:29:00 - [219] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 05/02/2010 13:29:40 Originally by: TimMc I'm doing my third runthrough now. Vanguard was a fun class to play my second time (soldier was first). Infiltrator seems to be hard for this third time, but cloaking is fairly cool. Trying to play as a paragon, what happens if you don't let garrus take the shot in his loyalty mission? Spoilers. Basically, he listens to Sidonis, and Sidonis is pretty much tormented and haunted over what he did, and you talk to Garrus and he feels guilty about hunting him down, and realises that he was unable to pull the trigger, despite the betrayal. I let him shoot the ****er on my paragon playthrough though. To not lose anyone, make sure you've got them all loyal, and don't pick people for the wrong decisions. Send Tali through the vents, make Garrus the team leaders, or Miranda (I went with Garrus as he has more experience at it IMO) and Samara for the barrier, I sent Jacob back with the team, no casualties. If they're not loyal, don't pick them for anything.
Motaka Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.05 13:45:00 - [220] Edited by: Motaka on 05/02/2010 13:52:48 Originally by: Bodrul Originally by: Pr1ncess Alia read the thread? multiple people have discussed good selections to get a perfect run through. to start: make sure you did all the loyalty missions and that you didn't do anything to make your people unloyal. how do you think i saved almost all of them :P last hurdle and all of them are loyal. (apart from maranda who is normal) since i took jacks side when they were arguing going to try use diffrent team and leave her behind. Go back and talk to her before you jump through the baddie relay gate,you should be able to paragon/renagade her back to loyalty.Thats what i did. Then for the final mission your choice you should have all loyalty and upgrades and your choices should be- Tech=Tali Group lead 1=garrus Biotic=samara Group lead 2=Marranda
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.05 16:33:00 - [221] ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk.
JordanParey Minmatar Suddenly Ninjas	Posted - 2010.02.05 16:49:00 - [222] Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT also, Bioware should put in more opportunities for getting Shepard some nookie. like, at least 3-4 other opportunties. If you're going to go to all the trouble of getting someone interested in you ingame, might as well get more than one chance to bump uglies :P
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.05 16:56:00 - [223] Originally by: JordanParey Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT also, Bioware should put in more opportunities for getting Shepard some nookie. like, at least 3-4 other opportunties. If you're going to go to all the trouble of getting someone interested in you ingame, might as well get more than one chance to bump uglies :P This is my first play through. but no matter what i was saying to her. She wouldnt trust me. Think it was written that way unfortunately. Its crap, thought i read that we could renew old relationships that we had in the previous game. I dont want to start a new one. I want my ashley
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.05 17:35:00 - [224] Originally by: LordSwift This is my first play through. but no matter what i was saying to her. She wouldnt trust me. Think it was written that way unfortunately. Its crap, thought i read that we could renew old relationships that we had in the previous game. I dont want to start a new one. I want my ashley I played through all of ME2 without a relationship to keep Liara on one character, I want to see if that kind of persistence has a pay off in Mass Effect 3. Liara changed a bit, but atleast she still trusted me (well sort of).
Bodrul Caldari Polaris Rising Black Star Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.05 20:19:00 - [225] Done it :D saved her, just replaced miranda on the last part of the Mission with the grunt and both them survived. ........ Buy Animated Talking Video Avatars
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.05 22:34:00 - [226] Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.06 19:47:00 - [227] oh wow i just figured that you can pursue a relationship with Tali. oh i damn i think im going to have to make a difficult choice. Tali is so sweet but i think miranda is going to have to win. Cant i just be a playboy and be with both of them
M'ktakh	Posted - 2010.02.06 20:01:00 - [228] So you'd choose a smug, superior *****, who has actually not _done_ anything to be superior instead of someone who could create the kinkiest and creamiest sextoys out of anything? Shame on ye. Thread: if you sex up Tali, do you get to see what she actually looks like?
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium	Posted - 2010.02.06 20:05:00 - [229] Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 06/02/2010 20:05:52 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not. Which is odd given that at least one of them is dead. Originally by: M'ktakh Thread: if you sex up Tali, do you get to see what she actually looks like? I've heard not. I think she takes the faceplate off, but you can't see it from the camera angle. ____________________
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.06 20:08:00 - [230] Yeah its all on youtube. I kinda ruined it for myself. But its not making things any easier for me. Think il do two seperate saves before i have to make the choice. Hopefully i get the chance
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.06 20:46:00 - [231] Legion needs to be romancable in Me3. Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 06/02/2010 20:05:52 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not. Which is odd given that at least one of them is dead. Yeah hence the forward slashes, Kaiden got hit to the face with a nuke because his character is so damn boring. Pity Tali isn't an option for Femshep though, had to betray Liara in Me2 for Garrus, was worth it just for Mordins 'suggestions'.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.06 21:29:00 - [232] Originally by: JordanParey Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT In a almost-religious-zealot, human-supremacist kind of way, you mean ? That chick gave me the chills in ME1, I wouldn't even have considered her as a romance option. Originally by: Irida Mershkov Kaiden got hit to the face with a nuke because his character is so damn boring. Ashley was more annoying to me, but still, I had to put poor Kaiden out of his misery for being a whiny little b*tch most of the time. _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.06 21:43:00 - [233] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: JordanParey Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT In a almost-religious-zealot, human-supremacist kind of way, you mean ? That chick gave me the chills in ME1, I wouldn't even have considered her as a romance option. Originally by: Irida Mershkov Kaiden got hit to the face with a nuke because his character is so damn boring. Ashley was more annoying to me, but still, I had to put poor Kaiden out of his misery for being a whiny little b*tch most of the time. True actually. remembering most of the conversations with ashley, they were rather like that. But then she was a lesser of the two women choices. Who did you go with in me2? im thinking Tali. but then Miranda is hot!! Cant go wrong with geneticly created perfection. They definately took time modeling her. lol
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.06 21:45:00 - [234] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: JordanParey Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT In a almost-religious-zealot, human-supremacist kind of way, you mean ? That chick gave me the chills in ME1, I wouldn't even have considered her as a romance option. Originally by: Irida Mershkov Kaiden got hit to the face with a nuke because his character is so damn boring. Ashley was more annoying to me, but still, I had to put poor Kaiden out of his misery for being a whiny little b*tch most of the time. To be honest, as unlikable as Ashley was, she was the better character than Kaiden, whom was almost as bad as Liara. Also, Miranda is bloody wierd, her face is slightly sagged and she has a buck tooth.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.06 21:48:00 - [235] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: JordanParey Originally by: LordSwift ah damn. their goes my wish of getting back with Ashley Williams. This Cerberus thing is like a bad curse. Was hoping to get her back in my bunk. WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? she isn't in this one? but she was SOOOO HOT In a almost-religious-zealot, human-supremacist kind of way, you mean ? That chick gave me the chills in ME1, I wouldn't even have considered her as a romance option. Besides that her last name is WILLIAMS, now that is not sexy in the least. Quote: Originally by: Irida Mershkov Kaiden got hit to the face with a nuke because his character is so damn boring. Ashley was more annoying to me, but still, I had to put poor Kaiden out of his misery for being a whiny little b*tch most of the time. Kaiden's voice is so overused it almost made me feel like I was killing a 100 or so different RPG characters, including the guy that saves you in the first kotor. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.06 22:00:00 - [236] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 06/02/2010 22:02:12 My Vanguard, still loyal to Liara, went fine. 100% survival rate for the crew. And a picture of Liara looking up at me from my desk, rather than face down to await a new lover. However, it looks like my current Kaidan-betraying Adept playthrough will have to wait (probably going for Kelly in this one). For some unknown reason my DVD drive decided to stop recognising various discs after watching the first season of Red Dwarf on DVD. (Now it no longer recognises ME2, the Red Dwarf DVDs and a number of others... dammit) Really curious as to what went wrong, it's just chocking on certain discs now. Uninstalled the CCCP, thinking it might have gone awry, but that's not helped...
M'ktakh	Posted - 2010.02.06 22:39:00 - [237] Dayum. Having watched the Tali vids on youtube I almost feel the need to suffer through the voice of a male Sheppard. (could one nail Tali in ME1? Liara is so.... predictable). ****, you university, I need a nother week! :hugs that suit-dwelling lovebundle:
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.06 22:45:00 - [238] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 06/02/2010 22:45:30 Originally by: M'ktakh Dayum. Having watched the Tali vids on youtube I almost feel the need to suffer through the voice of a male Sheppard. (could one nail Tali in ME1? Liara is so.... predictable). ****, you university, I need a nother week! :hugs that suit-dwelling lovebundle: I'm not 100% sure that's needed, Tali did mention something about linking suit environments to my femshep during my first playthrough. So you could try for a lesbian Tali encounter, who knows it may even work. Jack isn't in the "girls club" though, so you'll need a male shep for her. As for your question about Tali in ME1, no you could not, although many would have liked to do so.
M'ktakh	Posted - 2010.02.06 22:51:00 - [239] I need confirmation on that lesbian inter-species inter-suit encounter. Now.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.06 23:30:00 - [240] Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 06/02/2010 20:05:52 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not. Which is odd given that at least one of them is dead. Originally by: M'ktakh Thread: if you sex up Tali, do you get to see what she actually looks like? I've heard not. I think she takes the faceplate off, but you can't see it from the camera angle. Confirming this. Shep takes her mask off and she pounces him onto the bed, and it fades out. You see absolutely nothing _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 00:29:00 - [241] You can't lesbian-sex up Tali unfortunately, she keeps dropping hints and then it just denies you, forcing you to either go with metal man or frog man for your xeno encounters.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 00:38:00 - [242] Made up my mind. Dumped miranda and going for tali. all this talk of immune boosters and antivirals is emmmmm , damn she is a horny quarian. One question i know its a weird thing to think off. But im guessing most of the races physiolgy (organs) are similar. Except the asari i guess since they are asexual. (but a human can still romance them. im confuddled.)
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.07 00:42:00 - [243] Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 00:48:19 Originally by: LordSwift True actually. remembering most of the conversations with ashley, they were rather like that. But then she was a lesser of the two women choices. Who did you go with in me2? im thinking Tali. but then Miranda is hot!! Cant go wrong with geneticly created perfection. They definately took time modeling her. lol I started watching the TV show called "Chuck" just to see the actress they used to voice and model Miranda after... she's a blonde in that show, but other than that Miranda and her model look surprisingly similar. Granted, I was tempted to go with Miranda, but then again, she has such an inferiority complex (and not really that much of a great attitude towards Shep even after you start wooing her) that it made me think twice... then the loyalty mission came around, and the story there put the final tiny straw on the camel's back. Before that, I was tempted to try and remain "relation-less" and try to patch things up with Liara, but after reconnecting with her and noticing how obsessed she was with petty revenge (which she admitted it would take a very long time even after I kept helping her), I considered that relationship over too. So, yeah, obviously I went with Tali... I mean, ok, she's not human biologically, but she's the most HUMANE of all romance options you get. Not to say she's also basically worshiping you for saving her life more than once and in more than one way (from the first moment you met her in ME1 to the rousing speech you can give at her trial on the paragon path if you don't want to incriminate her father). How could you possibly NOT go with Tali ? Originally by: Irida Mershkov Also, Miranda is bloody wierd, her face is slightly sagged and she has a buck tooth. Yeah, well, that's how Yvonne Strahovski looks like It's more obvious in the game than in pictures or in the TV show, but you can see it there too if you look closely. Originally by: Irida Mershkov To be honest, as unlikable as Ashley was, she was the better character than Kaiden, whom was almost as bad as Liara. Well, TBH, Ashley remained alive among other things because of her proficiency with an assault rifle She was almost always a member of my 3-person team in ME1.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 00:49:00 - [244] Yeah but Miranda's face just look its had double gravity settings for a bit too long, you know? Generally don't like the character either. How the hell do you guys put up with Male Sheps voice acting though? It's better than ME1, but god damn, compared to FemShep it's just dead and neutral toned.
M'ktakh	Posted - 2010.02.07 00:54:00 - [245] Edited by: M''ktakh on 07/02/2010 00:55:51 We need a hack that gives maleshep femsheps voice acting, so we can sex up Tali while being able to listen to femshep :has a crush on Tali. rrrrr: Omigod, I have found rule34 pics of Tali. ewwww
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:01:00 - [246] Trannyshep.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:04:00 - [247] Originally by: Irida Mershkov How the hell do you guys put up with Male Sheps voice acting though? Fast reading and a generous use of the SPACEBAR ? _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:11:00 - [248] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: Irida Mershkov How the hell do you guys put up with Male Sheps voice acting though? Fast reading and a generous use of the SPACEBAR ? That's a fair point.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:13:00 - [249] Originally by: Akita T Originally by: Irida Mershkov How the hell do you guys put up with Male Sheps voice acting though? Fast reading and a generous use of the SPACEBAR ? I didn't think his voice acting was that bad. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:19:00 - [250] Listen to Femshep, then Manshep.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:21:00 - [251] Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 01:22:16 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest I didn't think his voice acting was that bad. For a B-movie, it would have been pretty damn good. For an AAA-game, after you compare his voice acting with the female Shep voice acting, or with any other number of voice actors in the same game... not so decent anymore. So, you know, expectations, comparisons... _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:22:00 - [252] Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 01:22:24 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Listen to Femshep, then Manshep. I guess it depends on how you form the Face of your Character. Some faces suit it, others don't. The "Canon" male shep does not suit it. I like Maleshep tbh. And i'm not just Trolling. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:26:00 - [253] Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 01:22:24 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Listen to Femshep, then Manshep. I guess it depends on how you form the Face of your Character. Some faces suit it, others don't. The "Canon" male shep does not suit it. I like Maleshep tbh. And i'm not just Trolling. Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:27:00 - [254] Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 01:22:16 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest I didn't think his voice acting was that bad. For a B-movie, it would have been pretty damn good. For an AAA-game, after you compare his voice acting with the female Shep voice acting, or with any other number of voice actors in the same game... not so decent anymore. So, you know, expectations, comparisons... Well there are obviously parts where it seemed dead, and lines in the game that doesn't seem to fit (Too man "I should go."'s) but other than that it was ok. I think watching the voice actor of Garrus talk was rather disturbing ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:35:00 - [255] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 07/02/2010 01:30:21 Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 01:22:24 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Listen to Femshep, then Manshep. I guess it depends on how you form the Face of your Character. Some faces suit it, others don't. The "Canon" male shep does not suit it. I like Maleshep tbh. And i'm not just Trolling. Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep. Edit: although my 'main' shep is redheaded with shorter hair style, is faptastic. I hate playing games in this genre where my character looks like he/she stepped out of a german ** shoot. Sorry but its the little part of "Roleplayer" in me that didn't die at a young age. Meh. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by:** CCP Fallout :facepalm:
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:42:00 - [256] Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 06/02/2010 20:05:52 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not. Which is odd given that at least one of them is dead. Originally by: M'ktakh Thread: if you sex up Tali, do you get to see what she actually looks like? I've heard not. I think she takes the faceplate off, but you can't see it from the camera angle. Confirming this. Shep takes her mask off and she pounces him onto the bed, and it fades out. You see absolutely nothing If she survives the final mission and you carry on playing, you can go down to engineering and talk to her after your sexy time. Apparently, she has a raging fever and something indescribable pouring out of her nose, but that it was totally worth it. Damn that's hot. How exactly does one wipe their nose within an environment suit? Also, does anyone hate Zaeed as much as I do? Stupid old geezer doesn't know when to stop talking. ____________________
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:46:00 - [257] Originally by: ReaperOfSly Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 06/02/2010 20:05:52 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Ashley/Liara/Kaiden are all back in the third one which will reflect on whether you were loyal or not. Which is odd given that at least one of them is dead. Originally by: M'ktakh Thread: if you sex up Tali, do you get to see what she actually looks like? I've heard not. I think she takes the faceplate off, but you can't see it from the camera angle. Confirming this. Shep takes her mask off and she pounces him onto the bed, and it fades out. You see absolutely nothing If she survives the final mission and you carry on playing, you can go down to engineering and talk to her after your sexy time. Apparently, she has a raging fever and something indescribable pouring out of her nose, but that it was totally worth it. Damn that's hot. How exactly does one wipe their nose within an environment suit? Also, does anyone hate Zaeed as much as I do? Stupid old geezer doesn't know when to stop talking. As a note. Zaeed doesn't seem to "Turn up" to help in the final mission at all. It wouldnt let me pick him as a squad member and he was in no cutscenes. Lazy bastard better not have gotten paid for doing a grand ole' nothing. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Cautet Celestial Apocalypse	Posted - 2010.02.07 01:58:00 - [258] Originally by: Akita T Oh, and don't get me started on cover... yeah, sure, you get to go into cover in several visually appealing ways, but eventually you have to come out of it to AIM and shoot (at least partially), and aim well you must, because everything moves fast and you easily miss, so overall you might as well not even GO into cover most of the time at all for all the good it does. What else - oh, yeah, they cut out most of the equipment purchase/customisation/blahblah RPG-esque part, no more picking up zounds of weapons and mods and whatnot from enemies, it's just ammo (gorram ammo, I can't stress how much I hate this approach) but instead just "upgrade" or diversify weapon types your team starts with between missions... so, yeah, they added a minor resource management thingy to "take care" of that. Did I mention you actually have to BUY FUEL from fuel depots to go anywhere reasonably far ? Yup, weapons and starter ammo is basically free, but moving from system to system costs cash Ok, granted, I didn't dwell much on it, just barely caught a glimpse of it before closing the game and coming over here to post about it. Bottom line, both are "adventure" games... but ME1 was mainly an RPG with a little bit of shooting tacked onto it (at least on high target assist mode you could barely feel the "shooter" part), while ME2 is a shooter with a smidge of RPG on top of it. Did I ever mention how much I hate shooters ? Or that the one big redeeming quality of ME1 was that you could make it almost a non-shooter game ? Yeah, the same can't be said for ME2. I wanted to like the game, but to be honest, it doesn't look like I will be able to go through it as enthusiastically as I went through the first one, and it sadly almost certainly will be far less pleasant. A pity, actually, since even at minimum graphic details it looks so much better, and the story might actually have some pretty good potential. Now if only I could grit my teeth and go past the silly combat/ammo system, it might still have a chance. I think this sums up the game pretty well, except for cover - which makes it easy to kill everything. ME2 is a Bland ultra-easy 3rd person shooter with bland RPG elements and bland storyline. With some really bland romance tacked on. It doesn't have the redeeming elements of ME1. They did reduce the loading times and improve the graphics, but that doesn't make a game. The DLC rubbish only being available if you buy Dr Peppers, DAO, and pre-order packages, and assign stupid DLC codes to your EA Account is getting really old really fast. If I buy a game I want everything in it even if those things are all just gimicks (playing dressy-up with Shephard is rather sad). The worst element from the first game other than the Mako was the Renegade/Paragon choices. They kept that and made it even more wierd. Rather than acting out a character you are rewarded for rude if you want to play it evil. Also, many of the Paragon choices seemed to involve Shephard smiling which really gave me the creeps. So I had to grit my teeth and go with ultra rude and evil just to avoid the smiles! Also, the game is too linear. Not even really an adventure game as you are forced to do things in a set way all the way through, prodded from one small mission area to the next. The choices you made in ME1 have some effect but apart from saving or destroying the council and saving or killing Wrex nothing in ME1 really had any relevance. Some emails based on someone you helped, a romance option who blanks you but you have their picture, and 1 or 2 different cutscenes and news items. Seems most people are focusing on who they wanted to romance and/or who dies at the end. First playthrough I lost a few characters but was gutted soo many made it out alive. Apart from Tali and Jack I found everyone else fairly boring. Garius was made of teflon but I managed to get him killed eventually which was satisfying.
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium	Posted - 2010.02.07 02:15:00 - [259] Originally by: Cautet Also, the game is too linear. Not even really an adventure game as you are forced to do things in a set way all the way through, prodded from one small mission area to the next. No it's not. You can do things in any order you like, talk to people (or not) when you like. Yes, the missions are linear but that's not a bad thing. ____________________
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 02:21:00 - [260] Oh it occurs to me i haven't vented my frustration about this here yet. IN WHICH UNIVERSE WAS IT DEEMED A GOOD IDEA TO REMOVE THE ABILITY TO CROUCH WHILE NOT NEAR COVER JUST BECAUSE PEOPLE ABUSED THE CAMERA ANGLES IN A THIRD PERSON GAME FOR CRYING OUT LOUD. Too many god damn times I died in stairwells/near objects the game did not deem worthy of thy almighty cover system and instead it decided i wanted to sprint head first into a heavy mech. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 02:26:00 - [261] @Cautet, Each to their own. I found the story and the characters really great. sure games not perfect. Fuel system is pointless, if you run out of fuel you need to use resources to get back to fuel depot, if you run out of resources you just insta appear at a fuel depot. Your finding the game easy? weird im playing a new game on veteran and im dying loads. Well enough to not hamper me in anyway. I really wish they had kept the Mako but just improved on the entire system. Mining planets with probes gets so dull. Anyway back to my first playthrough. I tend to take my time and explore everywhere.
Cautet Celestial Apocalypse	Posted - 2010.02.07 02:48:00 - [262] Edited by: Cautet on 07/02/2010 02:52:35 Originally by: ReaperOfSly Originally by: Cautet Also, the game is too linear. Not even really an adventure game as you are forced to do things in a set way all the way through, prodded from one small mission area to the next. No it's not. You can do things in any order you like, talk to people (or not) when you like. Yes, the missions are linear but that's not a bad thing. I meant the order in which you do everything is rather linear, it's just disguised in a half-hearted attempt to appear non-linear. Most of the people you have available to talk to are in some way related to a given mission or are a 5-second sidetrack rather than fleshed out interesting characters. And there are limited numbers of both people, shops, and items. Oh shopkeeper shall I use blue or red to get a discount? type events were rather common. I was really disapointed that the areas were all small and very mission oriented. Perhaps I expect too much, but I would rather a Bethesda game (dodgy combat system but makes up for it with RPG and exploration elements) than ME2 (dodgy combat system but doesn't make up enough for it). Of course there are some extra missions to be found exploring. Rewards being couple of credits. On the ease of the game: Playing ME1 with sniper rifle and trying to line up the shots was hard (but satisfying). On harder levels I died multiple times at or near the start. In ME2 there is no wobble, a time-freeze, handy cover everywhere (ooh look another set of handy blocks in this spaceship), i'm invisible, and I have turned on my double shield Barrier effect. Oh, and while i'm in cover people can't hit my head but I can hit theirs. I think perhaps I expect too much. I was really looking forward to ME2, and got taken in by the hype.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 03:03:00 - [263] There's no wobble because it made Sniper rifles border-line *****s until they were maxed. And popping out of cover on hardcore or insanity for a shot usually ends up in me being dead, I have to spam tech armour on my sentinel character on insanity. Also, Blane, I'm guessing your character has a giant forehead or something? (and hey, that Scottish dude in engineering must be right up your alley.) The cover system does have flaws though and doesn't quite hit Gears level of refinement, my main gripe is the ally AI though, seemingly always with Zaeed, Jacob and bloody Mordin they just seem to ignore my commands to go to cover whilst charging across the battlefield and getting killed. I refuse to waste my medi-gel on them, so I never use them, Grunt seems to be smarter than the others. As for Zaeed, he does reek of DLC character, his voice actor is ok, (sometimes seems a bit off though with how he speaks to how his character looks) and his actual dialogue is pretty good/funny, but because you can't speak to him like the other allies, he just seems fairly **ty in comparison, and after I visited him the first time, I didn't bother afterwards. Didn't get him loyal either as I wanted to save the people on his mission.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 03:48:00 - [264] wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 04:19:00 - [265] Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 04:20:13 Originally by: LordSwift wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead. Shoot the legs/lower body or use Cryo rounds if you have them. Not sure how it is on the harder difficulties but they break instantly without being shot the minute they freeze. They seem to be weakest around the Abdomen. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 04:26:00 - [266] I don't see how it is so linear outside of the actual missions. At the moment on my second play through I've done twice the many side quests than my first playthrough. Along with that I have about 3 different loyalty missions to do in any order I choose, I still have people to pick up, upgrades to get, I just went out of the collector ship trap. I got Zaeed first compared to my first playthrough getting him right before Geth. I like having linear combat in ME2, the problem I had with Fallout 3 and Oblivion was that it was so open a lot of the world felt empty and worthless. Narrowing the scope down to only a few areas of the planets allow Bioware to focus their concentration on making this small area rich and beautiful, and not having to load up this huge empty surface of a planet for the Mako to pass by without a second glance so that they can use that resource for other stuff in that mission. I really didn't like Zaeed all too much except how he acted in his loyalty mission. But you CAN get him loyal even if you go to save the people. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 04:27:00 - [267] Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 04:20:13 Originally by: LordSwift wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead. Shoot the legs/lower body or use Cryo rounds if you have them. Not sure how it is on the harder difficulties but they break instantly without being shot the minute they freeze. They seem to be weakest around the Abdomen. oh thanks for the tip. Completed the mission now though. got me a new robot to play with now. :) Going to do its mission. Can you dock at stations and have him come with. I doubt it. But would be funny seeing people flee in terror on the citadel. :)
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.07 04:33:00 - [268] Originally by: LordSwift Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 04:20:13 Originally by: LordSwift wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead. Shoot the legs/lower body or use Cryo rounds if you have them. Not sure how it is on the harder difficulties but they break instantly without being shot the minute they freeze. They seem to be weakest around the Abdomen. oh thanks for the tip. Completed the mission now though. got me a new robot to play with now. :) Going to do its mission. Can you dock at stations and have him come with. I doubt it. But would be funny seeing people flee in terror on the citadel. :) Thats the breaker immersion wise. You can run around the Citadel with him all day and nobody so much as whispers "Is that a Geth?" _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 04:49:00 - [269] Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: LordSwift Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 07/02/2010 04:20:13 Originally by: LordSwift wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead. Shoot the legs/lower body or use Cryo rounds if you have them. Not sure how it is on the harder difficulties but they break instantly without being shot the minute they freeze. They seem to be weakest around the Abdomen. oh thanks for the tip. Completed the mission now though. got me a new robot to play with now. :) Going to do its mission. Can you dock at stations and have him come with. I doubt it. But would be funny seeing people flee in terror on the citadel. :) Thats the breaker immersion wise. You can run around the Citadel with him all day and nobody so much as whispers "Is that a Geth?" The specter status helps with that, but you do get some weird looks and lines from Csec and some others like the VI. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 09:55:00 - [270] Edited by: LordSwift on 07/02/2010 09:59:48 Woohoo finished. Game kept me up all night. :) But i finished the game perfectly. Got Tali in bunk, Saved crew and team!. No deaths, well except a few crew but i dont think you can avoid that. Started a new profile just to be ready when i want to play again, on insanity. Went to load a save and nearly had a heart attack until i saw that they have seperated saves into careers now. phew. now to figure out whether its worth me getting a nap or keeping myself awake. zzzzzzzZZZZZZzzzzzz edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.07 10:07:00 - [271] Originally by: LordSwift wow the husks are well hard. especially in the geth ship. Little place to hide and so many of them. Reminds me of left 4 dead. Another very good counter-measure for Husks is the shockwave power. For some reason that's a 1-hit kill for those things, and you can usually hit more than 1 with a single shot if you aim properly. Made life a lot easier for my Vanguard and my adept really loves it too. Haven't even used the evolved wide front version yet, but I imagine that'll really make a mess.
Cautet Celestial Apocalypse	Posted - 2010.02.07 12:07:00 - [272] Hulks Yeah - evolved wide shockwave power makes hulks easy. Just keep jack in the crew when they are coming up. Or punch them as they can be a waste of ammo. Often there are explosive objects convieniently placed nearby to shoot, or a way to funnel them. Romance options - last game I played before ME2 was Dragons Age Origions. Same sort of mild bland PG12 romance stuff - except you actualy had to put effort into how you played the game to open up the romance with a particular person - i.e. playing the hero in front of a particular romance option during the gameplay or playing the villian in front of another romance option. Often choices which improved chances with one made romance with another impossible. Here you do what you want go back to ship a couple of times after missioning choosing the obvious options then wait for the cutscene to occur at the appropriate time. Felt like it all had no depth. I agree though that Tali was one of the few characters that I actualy cared whether they lived or died at the end. Linear nature of the game - yes you can choose to do the loyalty missions in different orders. I probably chose the wrong phrase to describe what I meant. ME1 felt like much more of an open world although it also to a large extent was organised in a similiar fashion. Perhaps the small nature of each world and the loss of the Mako (even though it was rather poor to control) took away this feeling that the universe was there to be explored, rather than a few little areas were there for 4 mission starting points.
Tarine Ammatari	Posted - 2010.02.07 12:55:00 - [273] I've just finished this game, and my opinion is that Mass Effect 2 is bland, boring and immature. The story is railroading you around and in my opinion is bad. The game bombards you with cheesy dialogues, **** and ass... I'm sorry, but I'm just not 13 years old anymore. To sum it all up, Mass Effect 2 is a game of lame story, cheesy dialogues and it falls short of a competent shooter. ME1 was better.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 14:07:00 - [274] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 07/02/2010 14:11:03 Originally by: Tarine Ammatari I've just finished this game, and my opinion is that Mass Effect 2 is bland, boring and immature. The story is railroading you around and in my opinion is bad. The game bombards you with cheesy dialogues, **** and ass... I'm sorry, but I'm just not 13 years old anymore. To sum it all up, Mass Effect 2 is a game of lame story, cheesy dialogues and it falls short of a competent shooter. ME1 was better. o noes people swear in real life The best bit about Legion is taking him to Tali's loyalty mission. "I'd never bring live Geth aboard the Flotilla!" Legion just looks left and right at the assembled Quarians. - Or the Citadel. The woman at customs says she's watching out for infiltrating Geth, so you shouldn't have your 'personal synthetic'. Legion: Geth do not infiltrate. Customs: We have to keep watch for Geth Infiltrators, I'd reccomend leaving your Personal Synthetic Legion: Geth do not purposely infiltrate.
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.07 17:27:00 - [275] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 06/02/2010 22:17:46 My Vanguard, still loyal to Liara, went fine. 100% survival rate for the crew. And a picture of Liara looking up at me from my desk, rather than face down to await a new lover. However, it looks like my current Kaidan-betraying Adept playthrough will have to wait (probably going for Kelly in this one). For some unknown reason my DVD drive decided to stop recognising various discs after watching the first season of Red Dwarf on DVD. (Now it no longer recognises ME2, the Red Dwarf DVDs and a number of others... dammit) Really curious as to what went wrong, it's just chocking on certain discs now. Uninstalled the CCCP, thinking it might have gone awry, but that's not helped... Well... use a no-cd patch...? First thing I do for all my games...
Frecator Dementa Caldari	Posted - 2010.02.07 17:32:00 - [276] Originally by: LordSwift Edited by: LordSwift on 07/02/2010 09:59:48 edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died My Kelly's still alive, but Tali got shot in the head :( and the scientist too ----------------------- Sell technetium, sell it fast, sell my lemmings, go down to 1500 ISK per unit, where my endless wallet will gobble it all up and resell it to you for 666,666.66 ISK per unit,
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 17:41:00 - [277] Originally by: Frecator Dementa Originally by: LordSwift Edited by: LordSwift on 07/02/2010 09:59:48 edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died My Kelly's still alive, but Tali got shot in the head :( and the scientist too Kelly, Chakwas, the cook, all my crew, including the ones without names, along with my team, lived through the suicide missions. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.07 18:21:00 - [278] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 07/02/2010 18:21:59 Originally by: Daelorn Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 06/02/2010 22:17:46 My Vanguard, still loyal to Liara, went fine. 100% survival rate for the crew. And a picture of Liara looking up at me from my desk, rather than face down to await a new lover. However, it looks like my current Kaidan-betraying Adept playthrough will have to wait (probably going for Kelly in this one). For some unknown reason my DVD drive decided to stop recognising various discs after watching the first season of Red Dwarf on DVD. (Now it no longer recognises ME2, the Red Dwarf DVDs and a number of others... dammit) Really curious as to what went wrong, it's just chocking on certain discs now. Uninstalled the CCCP, thinking it might have gone awry, but that's not helped... Well... use a no-cd patch...? First thing I do for all my games... I have done that, so yes I can play again. Doesn't fix the drive though. Has a bit over 50% failure rate when it comes to reading DVDs (either data or video) tested 30 discs, 17 failed to read, CDs work fine. Guess a laser or lens is shot, luckily it's well under warranty.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.07 18:29:00 - [279] Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 18:33:21 Originally by: LordSwift edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died If you do not want Kelly turned into sludge, you should go into the "suicide mission" immediately after you get the reaper IFF, wasting no time on anything else (at least that's how you make sure, probably you could spare the time for one mission, but I wouldn't gamble with that). Also, if you do not want your other characters dead, you should make sure they're all loyal, that you upgraded everything there was to upgrade in the ship, that you resolve any "internal tensions", and maybe (really, just maybe, not sure it really matters) also assign them to something they're suited for. Or, at least, that's the "theory"... _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium	Posted - 2010.02.07 18:54:00 - [280] Originally by: Akita T assign them to something they're suited for. Or, at least, that's the "theory"... Yeah I did that first time round. As a result, I lost Tali, Miranda, Grunt, Legion, and Thane. Bugger. This time, I'm sending Garrus' smug face up through the ventilation pipes instead of Tali. He's not as good a tech as Tali, but I don't really care if he dies. ____________________
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.07 18:55:00 - [281] Edited by: LordSwift on 07/02/2010 18:56:03 Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 18:33:21 Originally by: LordSwift edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died If you do not want Kelly turned into sludge, you should go into the "suicide mission" immediately after you get the reaper IFF, wasting no time on anything else (at least that's how you make sure, probably you could spare the time for one mission, but I wouldn't gamble with that). Also, if you do not want your other characters dead, you should make sure they're all loyal, that you upgraded everything there was to upgrade in the ship, that you resolve any "internal tensions", and maybe (really, just maybe, not sure it really matters) also assign them to something they're suited for. Or, at least, that's the "theory"... Ah thats what i did wrong. I needed to go buy a few more mods for my gear before i went. Oh well next playthrough on veteran i will do it right. Going to carry on my me2 character. I will bring everyone back this time. The whole crew. but i have not decided whether to go in opposite directions this time with the choices. Like the Geno*e and the collector base or the geth base. Might do it opposite ways this time. Il still do the good way. i dont enjoy it if im doing it the *** way. Way i won it: Vents:- Tali Team leader both times:- Garrus Biotic Shield:- Samera Assalt Team:- Mordin and legion. (Took mordin because everywhere i read he would die if you didnt. Dont know the truth in that tho.) And i destroyed the base. Reason being is that Cerberus has some good ideals but things the illusive man says makes me feel he wants to conquer the galaxy and for the human race. Well thats bull**. He only wants it for himself Edit: oh i sent Jacob back with survivors
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.07 19:10:00 - [282] My group: Tali + Garrus Tunnels: Legion Fire Team Leader: Miranda (Sent Jacob back with my crew members) My Second group: Tali + Legion Fire Team Leader: Garrus Barrier holder: Samara Last group I think I had to pick another leader, so I choose Miranda while I used Tali + Garrus to finish off the mission. Everyone on my team lived, all my crew lived, I had everyone loyal and every ship upgrade I could get my hands on along with the specialty upgrades and a ton of weapon upgrades. I saved the base for Cerberus and got an earfull from my entire team, even the Cerberus ones, ugh! ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.07 19:11:00 - [283] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 07/02/2010 19:14:16 Originally by: Akita T Edited by: Akita T on 07/02/2010 18:33:21 Originally by: LordSwift edit: oh damn you Kelly chambers for getting turned into sludge. Now all my fish have died If you do not want Kelly turned into sludge, you should go into the "suicide mission" immediately after you get the reaper IFF, wasting no time on anything else (at least that's how you make sure, probably you could spare the time for one mission, but I wouldn't gamble with that). Also, if you do not want your other characters dead, you should make sure they're all loyal, that you upgraded everything there was to upgrade in the ship, that you resolve any "internal tensions", and maybe (really, just maybe, not sure it really matters) also assign them to something they're suited for. Or, at least, that's the "theory"... 1 mission is probably the limit, I did Legions loyalty mission after the Reaper IFF (since you don't get legion before that, and I wanted 100% loyalty) and still saved Kelly and all the others, only Lilith (from the Horizon cut scene) dies when you find the crew-pods. Other than that, I saved everyone. As for Mordin, he survives just fine if you don't bring him along, but since he is the character with the least health I sent him back with the crew to the Normandy. No losses, although I had to restart once because I lost Tali, but sending Samara as first squad leader was a bad idea. 400 years of experience is one thing, but it was mostly solo work. Did it with Garrus next time and it went fine. PS: bringing Miranda on the final take down has some interesting side effects when you subsequently chose the Paragon option with the Illusive man. Guess seeing me work first hand is impressive.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.07 19:23:00 - [284] You get a two mission time limit after the kidnapping before people star to get mushified, generally enough to do one mission, then Legions loyalty, I managed to pick up Legions loyalty mission immediately after activating him though.
Discrodia Gallente Green Peace Inc.	Posted - 2010.02.07 23:01:00 - [285] Edited by: Discrodia on 07/02/2010 23:01:24 Originally by: Tarine Ammatari I've just finished this game, and my opinion is that Mass Effect 2 is bland, boring and immature. The story is railroading you around and in my opinion is bad. The game bombards you with cheesy dialogues, ** and ass... I'm sorry, but I'm just not 13 years old anymore. To sum it all up, Mass Effect 2 is a game of lame story, cheesy dialogues and it falls short of a competent shooter. ME1 was better. I LOLed. Calling this one a troll =P Edit: Also, bought my copy today, should get it teusday for galaxy-saving fun! ^_^ Originally by:** CCP Zymurgist Locked, thread is filled with trolling.
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.08 02:19:00 - [286] EDI: I enjoy the sight of humans on their knees. Joker: EDI: That is a joke. Anyways I'm on my second play through just being an ******* to everyone (I felt bad punching the innocent Salarian in the tower getting Thane!)
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.08 02:52:00 - [287] Originally by: Daelorn EDI: I enjoy the sight of humans on their knees. Joker: EDI: That is a joke. Anyways I'm on my second play through just being an ***** to everyone (I felt bad punching the innocent Salarian in the tower getting Thane!) I dont know why but i cant stand beinga renegade in rpg's, well except a few *****s who i do hurt. but not a total jerk playthrough. So now we need to think about what choices we will have in the next game. I am thinking the choices about the Krogan, Geth and Collecter ship are going to play a huge part in me3. Probably a choice in the forces you weild in the final battle.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.08 04:59:00 - [288] Oh, by the way, the voice of the female Shep ? Same voice as Bastila in both KOTORs, Fall-from-Grace and Deionarra from Planescape Torment, Black Cat // Felicia Hardy in the Spider Man cartoons 10+ years ago, to name just the ones in which you might possibly remember her, plus countless (literally hundreds) of others in video games, cartoons and even the odd live-action job. Male Shep voice actor on the other hand ? Yeah, pretty much a nobody before Mass Effect. And it really, really shows. _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.02.08 05:03:00 - [289] Just ran the recruit Tali, with Legion in my squad. Its kinda hilarious the way they all go "Hi shepard! OMG! GET DOWN! THERES A GETH RIGHT BEHIND YOU!! oh wait! NVM. Back to normal" and further more why do i even need a sig?
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.08 05:25:00 - [290] P.S. I'd totally watch it as a movie if it looked like that _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.08 05:30:00 - [291] Originally by: Culmen Just ran the recruit Tali, with Legion in my squad. Its kinda hilarious the way they all go "Hi shepard! OMG! GET DOWN! THERES A GETH RIGHT BEHIND YOU!! oh wait! NVM. Back to normal" Haha it is indeed funny. I love how Legion and Shep look at each other before the shooting.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.08 10:40:00 - [292] Just finished ME2 for the third time, this time with my infiltrator character attempting to do it perfectly - losing no one, 100% paragon. First thing that annoyed me is how crap the infiltrator class is at the beginning. I had to train fortification to keep myself alive. Alot of the missions are too tight to use the sniper rifle as much as I'd like. Second thing that annoyed me was that its seemingly impossible to get 100% paragon. Always tend to pick up a few renegade points somewhere. However I found the infiltrator class is awesome against collectors near the end. With all the sniper upgrades, the special geth sniper rifle and the cloaking ability you can almost instantly kill harbingers when they spawn with a headshot. Normal collectors die without the cloak from a headshot. The incinerate skill maxed out is also better than your heavy weapons against armour. I ended up taking Grunt and Thane as my ultimate team. Grunt is tough, does good damage and gives team incindary ammo. Thane has some useful biotics and good damage. Warp especially for dropping barriers. I might play again as a different class, the classes are much more different than ME1.
Par Anoia Minmatar	Posted - 2010.02.08 14:45:00 - [293] Out of interest, has anyone taken a paragon Shepard from ME1 and then gone through ME2 as a renegade? I tried it up as far as the first meeting with the Illusive Man, hoping for some "Oh noes, we've turned Shepard into a *****, Project Lazarus is a failure!" comments, but was sadly disappointed.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.08 16:12:00 - [294] Originally by: TimMc Edited by: TimMc on 08/02/2010 10:58:58 Just finished ME2 for the third time, this time with my infiltrator character attempting to do it perfectly - losing no one, 100% paragon. First thing that annoyed me is how crap the infiltrator class is at the beginning. I had to train fortification to keep myself alive. Alot of the missions are too tight to use the sniper rifle as much as I'd like. Second thing that annoyed me was that its seemingly impossible to get 100% paragon. Always tend to pick up a few renegade points somewhere. However I found the infiltrator class is awesome against collectors near the end. With all the sniper upgrades, the special geth sniper rifle (edit: I mean widow) and the cloaking ability you can almost instantly kill harbingers when they spawn with a headshot. Normal collectors die without the cloak from a headshot. The incinerate skill maxed out is also better than your heavy weapons against armour. I ended up taking Grunt and Thane as my ultimate team. Grunt is tough, does good damage and gives team incindary ammo. Thane has some useful biotics and good damage. Warp especially for dropping barriers. I might play again as a different class, the classes are much more different than ME1. Use and abuse the slow-down on aiming down.
FlameGlow Rebellion Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.08 16:21:00 - [295] The only thing I really hate in changes from ME1 is the global cooldown on abilities, I wish there was some way to get rid of it _____________ I don't care what is nerfed, as long as it's not my "undock" button.
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.08 17:33:00 - [296] I totally stand by my final choice to destroy the collecter ship now i have read this novels description. I bet this is what the Illusive man wants it for! http://masseffect.bioware.com/market/books/ Mass Effect: Retribution Retribution Retribution is set in the universe fans know well from the video game and novel seriesùone in which humanity has explored the very farthest reaches of the universe, only to discover the ruthless Reapers, a race bent on extinguishing all organic life. One man is bent on discovering the Reapers' secrets, the mysterious Illusive Man, the leader of a pro-human, black ops group, Cerberus. And he's devised the perfect plan: implant a human subject with Reaper technology in order to study the enemy. He also has the perfect test subjectùPaul Grayson, an ex-Cerberus operative. Grayson betrayed Cerberus in order to save his daughter. So when Grayson is kidnapped and made the subject of Cerberus' evil experiments, the Illusive Man will finally have his revenge...
grazer gin	Posted - 2010.02.08 19:47:00 - [297] Goto 1/4 into the last level and tali gets it square in the face BRILLIANT thats the last time i try to save my crew before everyones loyal time to restart the game and hopefully this time she wont die (i want to see what is under the mask at the end of the game) and as long as the Scottish pair down in engineering and tali and legion survive ill be happy screw the rest of them.
Akita T Caldari Caldari Navy Volunteer Task Force	Posted - 2010.02.08 19:58:00 - [298] Originally by: grazer gin I want to see what is under the mask at the end of the game You don't get to see anything except the back of her head Seriously, the camera is behind her, you DO NOT see her face. _ Beginner's ISK making guide \| Manufacturer's helper \| All about reacting _
LordSwift Caldari Swift Industries Inc	Posted - 2010.02.08 21:36:00 - [299] Edited by: LordSwift on 08/02/2010 21:38:02 Originally by: Akita T Originally by: grazer gin I want to see what is under the mask at the end of the game You don't get to see anything except the back of her head Seriously, the camera is behind her, you DO NOT see her face. I think he might mean the final game. but i am just dreading seeing her real face. I dont want to not like her RP wise after seeing what she looks like. Be odd to see her without the suit. You know i hope that we get a chance to help the Quarians eithe get their homeworld back or find a way to settle on another world in me3 edit:- i am playing through it again because i want to make sure the two in engineering survive, was so sad to speak to the guy after it all.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.08 22:12:00 - [300] The worst thing is if you look at how the lighting is handled, she has the mother of all noses. They're confirmed to be humanish-looking thought, + the frogs legs.
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.02.09 00:29:00 - [301] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep. Edit: although my 'main' shep is redheaded with shorter hair style, is faptastic. Please post the face-code for that femshep. PLEASE!!!! and further more why do i even need a sig?
Discrodia Gallente Green Peace Inc.	Posted - 2010.02.09 00:32:00 - [302] Edited by: Discrodia on 09/02/2010 00:33:29 Originally by: Culmen Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep. Edit: although my 'main' shep is redheaded with shorter hair style, is faptastic. Please post the face-code for that femshep. PLEASE!!!! Oh my god that is the hottest Mass Effect human I've ever seen. Edit: Though I still would play through male just to get with Tali =P Originally by: CCP Zymurgist Locked, thread is filled with trolling.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.09 00:48:00 - [303] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 09/02/2010 00:52:45 Quote: 651.1FL.117.F7T.SD1.JAG.11E.115.RE6.117.247.176
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.09 03:29:00 - [304] Edited by: Daelorn on 09/02/2010 03:29:42 Originally by: Discrodia Edited by: Discrodia on 09/02/2010 00:33:29 Originally by: Culmen Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep. Edit: although my 'main' shep is redheaded with shorter hair style, is faptastic. Please post the face-code for that femshep. PLEASE!!!! Oh my god that is the hottest Mass Effect human I've ever seen. Edit: Though I still would play through male just to get with Tali =P http://www.masseffect2faces.com/ Her face is on here as well as plenty of other good ones.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.09 06:06:00 - [305] Originally by: Daelorn Edited by: Daelorn on 09/02/2010 03:44:18 Edited by: Daelorn on 09/02/2010 03:43:33 Edited by: Daelorn on 09/02/2010 03:29:42 Originally by: Discrodia Edited by: Discrodia on 09/02/2010 00:33:29 Originally by: Culmen Originally by: Irida Mershkov Yeah that is true, I just find that compared to Femshep, he just seems dead and flat. esp to my femshep. Edit: although my 'main' shep is redheaded with shorter hair style, is faptastic. Please post the face-code for that femshep. PLEASE!!!! Oh my god that is the hottest Mass Effect human I've ever seen. Edit: Though I still would play through male just to get with Tali =P http://www.masseffect2faces.com/ Her face is on here (Top rated female) as well as plenty of other good ones. I wish I could import some of these faces into ME1 so play again! Import into ME2, Take careful note of all the face settings, start ME1, use the settings? IT'll be a *** but at least it should be somewhat similar if slightly less impressive due to the lesser graphics. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by:** CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.09 08:04:00 - [306] Quote: Import into ME2, Take careful note of all the face settings, start ME1, use the settings? IT'll be a ***** but at least it should be somewhat similar if slightly less impressive due to the lesser graphics. Way for me to miss the obvious solution... I'll try it tomorrow and see how it works out
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.14 16:58:00 - [307] News in: Sentinel is loltastically overpowered at times.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.14 21:56:00 - [308] I'm playing Adept on insanity. ****ing annoying dying so often, good thing I can train barrier from beginning or it would be impossible. Its alot of fun doing biotic pairs. Pull > Throw. Pull > Warp. Shockwave seems useless. Singularity usually is pointless except for dragging people out of cover.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.14 22:24:00 - [309] Originally by: TimMc I'm playing Adept on insanity. **ing annoying dying so often, good thing I can train barrier from beginning or it would be impossible. Its alot of fun doing biotic pairs. Pull > Throw. Pull > Warp. Shockwave seems useless. Singularity usually is pointless except for dragging people out of cover. That must be a pain in the ass seeing as every enemy has barrier/armour. I'm holding out well enough with the Sentinel, just spamming Overload and Warp like a ***. Tech Armour helps, about to get Mordin.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.15 05:32:00 - [310] The floating jellyfish is right, This one must "Enkindel This" Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10FEB10
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.15 05:36:00 - [311] http://tindeck.com/listen/lqip ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.15 09:28:00 - [312] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: TimMc I'm playing Adept on insanity. **ing annoying dying so often, good thing I can train barrier from beginning or it would be impossible. Its alot of fun doing biotic pairs. Pull > Throw. Pull > Warp. Shockwave seems useless. Singularity usually is pointless except for dragging people out of cover. That must be a pain in the ass seeing as every enemy has barrier/armour. I'm holding out well enough with the Sentinel, just spamming Overload and Warp like a ***. Tech Armour helps, about to get Mordin. Yeah. Warp is excellent against barriers, ok against armour and crap against shields. I have to shoot a bit or wait for my friends to drop shields.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.16 12:45:00 - [313] Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 12:45:39 has anyone purposly tried the perfect suicide group where basically everyone but shepard dies on the way in/out? Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10FEB10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 14:22:00 - [314] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 12:45:39 has anyone purposly tried the perfect suicide group where basically everyone but shepard dies on the way in/out? My buddy pulled that off sort of, at the end it was just him, Joker and Legion, so now they're a combo of Adept and Machine scouring the galaxy, Pulp Fiction style.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.16 14:23:00 - [315] Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 14:24:01 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 12:45:39 has anyone purposly tried the perfect suicide group where basically everyone but shepard dies on the way in/out? My buddy pulled that off sort of, at the end it was just him, Joker and Legion, so now they're a combo of Adept and Machine scouring the galaxy, Pulp Fiction style. well that counts, legion isnt techncially 'killable' hes geth. though im surprised joker didnt break his finger bones or shoulder firing in the getaway scene. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10FEB10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 14:58:00 - [316] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 14:24:01 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 12:45:39 has anyone purposly tried the perfect suicide group where basically everyone but shepard dies on the way in/out? My buddy pulled that off sort of, at the end it was just him, Joker and Legion, so now they're a combo of Adept and Machine scouring the galaxy, Pulp Fiction style. well that counts, legion isnt techncially 'killable' hes geth. though im surprised joker didnt break his finger bones or shoulder firing in the getaway scene.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.16 16:00:00 - [317] Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 14:24:01 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Nova Fox Edited by: Nova Fox on 16/02/2010 12:45:39 has anyone purposly tried the perfect suicide group where basically everyone but shepard dies on the way in/out? My buddy pulled that off sort of, at the end it was just him, Joker and Legion, so now they're a combo of Adept and Machine scouring the galaxy, Pulp Fiction style. well that counts, legion isnt techncially 'killable' hes geth. though im surprised joker didnt break his finger bones or shoulder firing in the getaway scene. Legion can die since he isn't connected to the main geth network. Normal geth just download into a new body. And on topic of everyone dying, at least 1 person has to survive for you to complete mission. At end you lung towards the ship, and if only joker there then no one lifts you up and you die.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 16:02:00 - [318] The ending also involves Joker talking to TIM instead of Shep based on your choice I believe.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.16 16:23:00 - [319] Edited by: Blane Xero on 16/02/2010 16:27:27 Edited by: Blane Xero on 16/02/2010 16:25:11 Originally by: Irida Mershkov The ending also involves Joker talking to TIM instead of Shep based on your choice I believe. TIM? Edit: Ahh, The Illusive Man Did anyone else kinda feel sorry for the collector overseer that Harbinger was using in the scene where he kinda realises he's been abandoned by his master and he just clutches his control hub thingy? I've completed the game a few times now and each time that scene gets me _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 17:19:00 - [320] Originally by: Blane Xero Edited by: Blane Xero on 16/02/2010 16:27:27 Edited by: Blane Xero on 16/02/2010 16:25:11 Originally by: Irida Mershkov The ending also involves Joker talking to TIM instead of Shep based on your choice I believe. TIM? Edit: Ahh, The Illusive Man Did anyone else kinda feel sorry for the collector overseer that Harbinger was using in the scene where he kinda realises he's been abandoned by his master and he just clutches his control hub thingy? I've completed the game a few times now and each time that scene gets me Yeah TIM, I empty quoted earlier but I meant to say that watching Joker cry about you breaking his arm in the opening scene is funny as hell. As for the Collector General, yeah, but after fighting Scions and Praetorians on Insanity I've since lost any pity for him.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.16 17:19:00 - [321] Originally by: Blane Xero Did anyone else kinda feel sorry for the collector overseer that Harbinger was using in the scene where he kinda realises he's been abandoned by his master and he just clutches his control hub thingy? I've completed the game a few times now and each time that scene gets me Yup, know exactly what you mean. As if in his last moments he realises he's been used. Quite the shot I admit.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 17:54:00 - [322] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 16/02/2010 17:56:01 I just looked again at the Reapers approaching the Milkway cutscene, holy damn I didn't realise there was THAT many in space. The Mass Effect universe is so ****ed in ME3 if it took all that to take down Sovereign. Ah yes, the 'Reapers'.
Jarik Utoni Minmatar	Posted - 2010.02.16 20:07:00 - [323] baught and played the hell out of, all achievements for XBOX 360 have been collected and now i move on to another game __________________ -Jarik Utoni, --Cov Ops Pilot ---T2 Frigate Specialist d(^.^)b
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.16 20:16:00 - [324] Originally by: Jarik Utoni for XBOX 360 ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Par Anoia Minmatar	Posted - 2010.02.16 20:33:00 - [325] Edited by: Par Anoia on 16/02/2010 20:36:16 Edited by: Par Anoia on 16/02/2010 20:34:23 Originally by: Daelorn Quote: Import into ME2, Take careful note of all the face settings, start ME1, use the settings? IT'll be a ***** but at least it should be somewhat similar if slightly less impressive due to the lesser graphics. Way for me to miss the obvious solution... I'll try it tomorrow and see how it works out Protip #1: The 36-character "Creation Code" has one character for each slider, in order. Protip #2: The number/letter represents the position of that slider, so '1' is far left, '2' is one step from the left ... '9' is 8 steps from the left, 'A' is 9 steps from the left ... all the way up to the far right, which for the largest slider size (30 steps) is 'W'. Protip #3: The sliders in ME1 and ME2 are in the exact same order (if you ignore ME1's "Scar" slider), and have the exact same number of steps (except for the last three - the ones under "Makeup"). There you have it - (relatively) quick and (fairly) easy importing of ME2 characters into ME1. * Disclaimer: I only tried this for transferring a female Shepard - I don't know for a fact that males ones work the exact same way. Edit: Because I fail at counting. Edit 2: Because I apparently also fail at typing...
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.16 21:06:00 - [326] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 16/02/2010 21:06:51 fff cant post images :(
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.16 21:32:00 - [327] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 16/02/2010 17:56:01 I just looked again at the Reapers approaching the Milkway cutscene, holy damn I didn't realise there was THAT many in space. The Mass Effect universe is so ****ed in ME3 if it took all that to take down Sovereign. Ah yes, the 'Reapers'. Yeah, the have quite the challenge ahead for ME3, although my guess would be that we either buy ourselves another 50k years (i.e. let them skip an annihilation phase) or we use some kind of plot device to take out the lot of them all at once. Although the "We are each a nation, independent and without weakness" bit of the reapers description makes some kind of transmittable "solution" difficult. So I'm really curious what they'll come up with. Maybe gate them all into a black hole or something.
M'ktakh	Posted - 2010.02.16 21:47:00 - [328] Originally by: Meiyang Lee "We are each a nation, independent and without weakness" Nations tend to wage war upon eachother.
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.17 04:41:00 - [329] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Originally by: Jarik Utoni for XBOX 360 I think the proper smiley is
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.17 08:36:00 - [330] Originally by: Irida Mershkov As for the Collector General, yeah, but after fighting Scions and Praetorians on Insanity I've since lost any pity for him. This and those geth that charge with shoguns. Especially in legions loyalty mission.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.17 13:33:00 - [331] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 17/02/2010 13:41:12 Originally by: TimMc Originally by: Irida Mershkov As for the Collector General, yeah, but after fighting Scions and Praetorians on Insanity I've since lost any pity for him. This and those geth that charge with shoguns. Especially in legions loyalty mission. I'm not looking forward to that one, or Tali's one for that matter, i've got Zaeed's loyalty mission lined up next. Also looks like the Cerberus Network was a success. Quote: EA's "Project Ten Dollar", the company's attempts at giving the used game business a dead arm, will be a part of Battlefiedl Bad Company 2's launch, just as it was with Mass Effect 2's. BBC2 will feature an in-game store, access to which will be given out for free to people who purchase new copies of the game. Buy a game without this access and you'll have to pay to get into the store, which will be dishing stuff out for free to those plugged in. So, yes, it's exactly the same as Mass Effect 2's Cerberus Network. No word on pricing yet, but if it's the same as Cerberus, you'd expect it to cost $15, which then begs the question, "why not call it 'Project Fifteen Dollar'?"
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.17 15:21:00 - [332] Originally by: Irida Mershkov I'm not looking forward to that one, or Tali's one for that matter, i've got Zaeed's loyalty mission lined up next. Just finished with my adept on insanity. Did tali's loyalty mission after the final mission so I could have fun with dialogue when I brought legion onto the quarian fleet. Some funny dialogue, although I still think its odd they let you even with my paragon points. Also recruiting tali when you have legion with you is funny. On side note, I think final mission is way too easy. Only places I died was when a harbinger got behind our cover while I was distracted by the reaper. Told the Quarians to not goto war, but I get the feeling what you say doesn't make a difference.
Joetta	Posted - 2010.02.17 16:49:00 - [333] Edited by: Joetta on 17/02/2010 16:49:25
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.17 17:10:00 - [334] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 17/02/2010 17:15:18 Originally by: TimMc Originally by: Irida Mershkov I'm not looking forward to that one, or Tali's one for that matter, i've got Zaeed's loyalty mission lined up next. Just finished with my adept on insanity. Did tali's loyalty mission after the final mission so I could have fun with dialogue when I brought legion onto the quarian fleet. Some funny dialogue, although I still think its odd they let you even with my paragon points. Also recruiting tali when you have legion with you is funny. On side note, I think final mission is way too easy. Only places I died was when a harbinger got behind our cover while I was distracted by the reaper. Told the Quarians to not goto war, but I get the feeling what you say doesn't make a difference. The final mission wasn't too bad, almost lost Tali as I was faffing about before letting her through looking for any new weapons in last minute gameplay, but that one Quarian Admiral seems dominant on fighting the Geth. Mass Effect 2 Vs Zero Punctuation. Nice dig at EVE at the ending too.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.17 22:10:00 - [335] new shotgun and armor on the download. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10FEB10
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.17 22:17:00 - [336] Originally by: Nova Fox new shotgun and armor on the download. Wake me up when the Hammerhead is up on download and/or they release a custom SMG/Pistol. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.17 22:31:00 - [337] Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: Nova Fox new shotgun and armor on the download. Wake me up when the Hammerhead is up on download and/or they release a custom SMG/Pistol. Playing through as a Sentinel really makes me want an alternative weapon. Next playthrough is gonna be a Renegade Vanguard with kickin' rad lava scars.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.18 07:58:00 - [338] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 18/02/2010 08:01:23 Started a 3rd playthrough as Soldier on Hardcore, no biotics makes even this quite a challenge. Love it so far, but only recruited Garrus (and Zaeed) at this point. Going is slow, as you really need to use cover and what few abilities I have to survive. Funny little spoiler, walking in on the Blue Suns commander on the Garrus recruitment mission with Zaeed results in some rather tense dialog between the two. Having Grunts armor boost ability from the start helps though. But YMIR mechs are a total nightmare on this difficulty, I can't imagine the trouble those will cause on Insanity.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.18 11:57:00 - [339] Providing you can keep some distance and ample cover to switch around in, YMIRs are not too bad, still a pain in the ass though, died three times to one on Zaeeds loyalty mission last night. Grunts recruitment mission is proving to be a pain in the ass though. Blue Sun Heavies are really getting on my nerves.
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.18 16:43:00 - [340] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 18/02/2010 08:01:23But YMIR mechs are a total nightmare on this difficulty, I can't imagine the trouble those will cause on Insanity. Been there, done that! Basically my strategy (soldier) is to use Garrus (overload) and Mordin (incinerate) and then just pound away with the widow (swap ammo types for shield/armour); find lots of cover and just keep moving around (use adrenaline boost to not get shot so much). I use the Geth Shield Boost (+75% shield, +10% weapon damage), is Grunts Fortification better?
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.18 17:48:00 - [341] Originally by: Sanguis Sanies Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 18/02/2010 08:01:23But YMIR mechs are a total nightmare on this difficulty, I can't imagine the trouble those will cause on Insanity. Been there, done that! Basically my strategy (soldier) is to use Garrus (overload) and Mordin (incinerate) and then just pound away with the widow (swap ammo types for shield/armour); find lots of cover and just keep moving around (use adrenaline boost to not get shot so much). I use the Geth Shield Boost (+75% shield, +10% weapon damage), is Grunts Fortification better? Not by much, you can either increase the duration (180 seconds) at +75% shields or keep it at 60 seconds and get +100% shields, Geth shielding is quite similar, but offers a damage boost instead. Barrier is essentially identical too. Either of the 3 will usually do the trick, which is basically personal preference. As for the YMIR, Garrus and Mordin indeed look like a good combo for them, will get to try that out soon enough.
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.18 21:40:00 - [342] Originally by: Meiyang Lee As for the YMIR, Garrus and Mordin indeed look like a good combo for them, will get to try that out soon enough. Mordin dies too much for me. I prefer Miranda and Grunt. Health boost and overload from Miranda. Squad incendiary ammo from Grunt. Mirandas warp is also good against armour, although admittedly not as good as incinerate.
Nova Fox Gallente Novafox Shipyards	Posted - 2010.02.18 22:04:00 - [343] I am really surprised about a lack of a tech article on the mechs. Pre-order your Sisters of ≡v≡ Exploration ship today, Updated 10FEB10
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.19 01:19:00 - [344] Isn't there one about why they're so common? or do you mean an indepth look on each one? if so, I agree. Also, the Turian Council member is a tit.
Sanguis Sanies Amarr	Posted - 2010.02.19 09:21:00 - [345] Originally by: TimMc Originally by: Meiyang Lee As for the YMIR, Garrus and Mordin indeed look like a good combo for them, will get to try that out soon enough. Mordin dies too much for me. Mordins major problem is that he has the least amount of health and only has short range weapons (pistol, SMG), so he tends to get "up close and personal" before getting smacked down, but a couple of pistol and SMG upgrades and he can put out a surprising amount of damage in a short amount of time; meaning he needs to stick his head much less. Recruit Tali as early as possible to get her SMG upgrade and he'll put out even more damage.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.19 14:01:00 - [346] One odd thing i've noted about Mordin is that he seems to die 9/10 times if you don't leave Grunt behind at the Stand-Off part of the suicide mission. Quite odd considering their history. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.19 14:39:00 - [347] That has more to do with Grunt being a better soldier in a right out fight, which Mordin isn't.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.19 14:44:00 - [348] If I lose someone in the suicide mission, do I need to reload a save before I went into the Relay or do I just reenter it to do it again? ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.19 17:22:00 - [349] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest If I lose someone in the suicide mission, do I need to reload a save before I went into the Relay or do I just reenter it to do it again? You basically need to reload at a point where you can still make choices to have any effect. If a section reload allows you to do that, then you can use those, otherwise, grab an earlier save from the previous section (personally, I always save just before a section end, just to be safe).
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Dead Reckoning Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.19 17:34:00 - [350] If I have one team member who is not loyal, is it possible for them to not die in the final mission? ____________________
Wild Rho Amarr Sniggerdly	Posted - 2010.02.19 17:57:00 - [351] Originally by: ReaperOfSly If I have one team member who is not loyal, is it possible for them to not die in the final mission? Definitely. I lost Tali's loyalty after Legions bonus mission and didn't have time to fix it. Ran the final mission and just avoided using Tali and she seemed to make it.
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Dead Reckoning Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.19 18:15:00 - [352] For me, I can't seem to get Jack loyal. As soon as I finish her loyalty mission she goes and smacktalks Miranda, and the paragon option in that situation is greyed out despite me having well over 80% paragon. But if I don't use Jack for anything in the final mission, she just dies in the final fight without even a cutscene to show for it. ____________________
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.19 18:48:00 - [353] You have to have 90+% I believe, I had 100% when I did jacks loyalty. Just finished my second playthrough on an Adept, was fun as hell and I blew through mobs with the group push which was insanely fun throughout the game, first thing I'd level up if I play adept in ME3. que music Doo doo.. doo doo Watches husks flying to the left Doo doo doo doo DOOOO Watches Geth fly to the right Also, I made TIM (lol, tim) very, very angry. I like it, bring Miranda with you on the last leg of the suicide mission to get some funny dialog from her. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Dead Reckoning Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.19 18:53:00 - [354] Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 19/02/2010 18:54:44 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest You have to have 90+% I believe, I had 100% when I did jacks loyalty. Just finished my second playthrough on an Adept, was fun as hell and I blew through mobs with the group push which was insanely fun throughout the game, first thing I'd level up if I play adept in ME3. que music Doo doo.. doo doo Watches husks flying to the left Doo doo doo doo DOOOO Watches Geth fly to the right Also, I made TIM (lol, tim) very, very angry. I like it, bring Miranda with you on the last leg of the suicide mission to get some funny dialog from her. spoilers I notice if you preserve the collector station, the star behind TIM in the final conversation is red. If you blow it up and make him angry, it's blue. Red = renegade, blue = paragon. Looks like preserving the station was the evil choice. Foreshadowing TIM's evil deeds in ME3 perhaps? ____________________
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.19 20:06:00 - [355] Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 19/02/2010 18:54:44 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest You have to have 90+% I believe, I had 100% when I did jacks loyalty. Just finished my second playthrough on an Adept, was fun as hell and I blew through mobs with the group push which was insanely fun throughout the game, first thing I'd level up if I play adept in ME3. que music Doo doo.. doo doo Watches husks flying to the left Doo doo doo doo DOOOO Watches Geth fly to the right Also, I made TIM (lol, tim) very, very angry. I like it, bring Miranda with you on the last leg of the suicide mission to get some funny dialog from her. spoilers I notice if you preserve the collector station, the star behind TIM in the final conversation is red. If you blow it up and make him angry, it's blue. Red = renegade, blue = paragon. Looks like preserving the station was the evil choice. Foreshadowing TIM's evil deeds in ME3 perhaps? Someone posted earlier that one of the books is about TIM's plans to create a Human Reaper in order to combat the normal reapers and "Secure human Dominance" _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.19 21:31:00 - [356] Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: ReaperOfSly Edited by: ReaperOfSly on 19/02/2010 18:54:44 Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest You have to have 90+% I believe, I had 100% when I did jacks loyalty. Just finished my second playthrough on an Adept, was fun as hell and I blew through mobs with the group push which was insanely fun throughout the game, first thing I'd level up if I play adept in ME3. que music Doo doo.. doo doo Watches husks flying to the left Doo doo doo doo DOOOO Watches Geth fly to the right Also, I made TIM (lol, tim) very, very angry. I like it, bring Miranda with you on the last leg of the suicide mission to get some funny dialog from her. spoilers I notice if you preserve the collector station, the star behind TIM in the final conversation is red. If you blow it up and make him angry, it's blue. Red = renegade, blue = paragon. Looks like preserving the station was the evil choice. Foreshadowing TIM's evil deeds in ME3 perhaps? Someone posted earlier that one of the books is about TIM's plans to create a Human Reaper in order to combat the normal reapers and "Secure human Dominance" Giant terminator in space vs big machine bugs wooooo
LordSwift Caldari Macabre Votum	Posted - 2010.02.19 22:28:00 - [357] Yes i belive that was me who posted that. i will do that again. Save you having to go back through to find the link. I have looked and the book is not actually out yet. Unless i missed something http://masseffect.bioware.com/market/books/
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.20 21:56:00 - [358] Playing my third playthrough as Vanguard on my first female Shepard. going Paragon / renegade again and I also used the face code that was posted earlier in the thread, I love this shepard! 651.1DB.D17.F7T.SD1.JAG.18D.118.ND6.117.247.176 ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.20 21:58:00 - [359] ^Got a screenshot of that Shep so we can see? Spoilers. Also, if TIM wants to build an army of Human Reapers, are they going to fly through space Bender style with flames shooting out of their asses?
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.20 22:09:00 - [360] Originally by: Irida Mershkov ^Got a screenshot of that Shep so we can see? Spoilers. Also, if TIM wants to build an army of Human Reapers, are they going to fly through space Bender style with flames shooting out of their asses? This one I'm loving the female Shepards voice actor, never listened to her before ME2. I'd replay ME1 on my 46" tv if I didnt get weird looks from family, especially during the awkward romance convos. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 00:25:00 - [361] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 00:25:56 OH durp, same one i'm using on my current playthrough, and yeah Jennifer Hale is an excellent VA. Possibly my favourite scene is the Renegade interrupt with the Merc recruiter in Afterlife. "Sorry honey, the strippers quarters are that way." Shep pulls out pistol "Show me yours, tough guy. I bet mine's bigger." Something similar to that.
Daelorn	Posted - 2010.02.21 04:11:00 - [362] Originally by: Bestofworst Worstofbest Originally by: Irida Mershkov ^Got a screenshot of that Shep so we can see? Spoilers. Also, if TIM wants to build an army of Human Reapers, are they going to fly through space Bender style with flames shooting out of their asses? This one I'm loving the female Shepards voice actor, never listened to her before ME2. I'd replay ME1 on my 46" tv if I didnt get weird looks from family, especially during the awkward romance convos. I'm replaying ME1, and I think its the first time I've really noticed how terrible the male voice actor is.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.21 04:50:00 - [363] I'm absolutely in love with Vanguard and my female shepard. I've already gotten myself stuck on the Archangel recruitment mission just biotic charging everything in my path. BOOSH! BOOSH! BOOOOOOSH! ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 10:44:00 - [364] Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 10:45:28 Does the Vanguard Charge do anything apart from closing the distance? from the walkthrough vid it seemed fairly weak, and I'm either going to roll Vanguard or Adept on my next playthrough. Singularity + Shockwave does look fun though.
Roxanna Kell Destructive Influence IT Alliance	Posted - 2010.02.21 11:06:00 - [365] I played thsi game, and this is what i got to say about the mining: ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz The combat is so predictable with the chest high walls as a sign. In fact, the whole combat sucks donkey balls. you can just stay in cover and be sure not to die. the only good thing about the game is emmersion, the charachters are very emmersice and the story line is good. shame about the rest.
Khors Amtek Inc	Posted - 2010.02.21 11:08:00 - [366] Edited by: Khors on 21/02/2010 11:10:42 I wonder what they were thinking when they made the game into two parts. a long startup where you recruit your crew then straight to the most unepic bossfight ever. I hope this will leave more room for some fun in ME3. By the way, anyone know how you keep your crew alive in the suicide mission. I lost a few in cutscenes, no real direct control over it so I would assume it's random, or is there any hope its based off on user actions earlier in the game? Edit (damn 5 minute timer): Quote: In fact, the whole combat sucks donkey balls. you can just stay in cover and be sure not to die. the only good thing about the game is emmersion, the charachters are very emmersice and the story line is good. shame about the rest. The combat is not that bad. And imo its only supposed to be an element of the game. Like in fallout 3, which I just started playing again and realised how mass effect actually succeded in not making combat totally ass when it was not the main focus. -
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 11:16:00 - [367] Combat in Mass Effect is good for an RPG, for a third person shooter, it's decent at best. That said I didn't let it get in the way of my enjoyment of the game. As for casualties, it's dependant on your loyalty rating, any characters whom aren't loyal, generally will have a lower chance of surviving, it is also based on the choices you select in the Suicide Mission, and the amount of upgrades done on the Normandy before hand. Don't have extra plating? Someone's going to die, pick the wrong person to lead the fire team? that's another one or two.
Khors Amtek Inc	Posted - 2010.02.21 11:32:00 - [368] Edited by: Khors on 21/02/2010 11:34:04 Originally by: Irida Mershkov As for casualties, it's dependant on your loyalty rating, any characters whom aren't loyal, generally will have a lower chance of surviving, it is also based on the choices you select in the Suicide Mission, and the amount of upgrades done on the Normandy before hand. Don't have extra plating? Someone's going to die, pick the wrong person to lead the fire team? that's another one or two. K, I only had a shield upgrade left really, everything else was top and everyone except jack was loyal, yet the ***** refuses to die and the Drell and Asari goes down instead. Edit: No wait, I saw jack, together with mordin, laying dead in a cutscene after protecting my rear flank. -
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.21 13:54:00 - [369] Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 21/02/2010 13:53:59 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 10:45:28 Does the Vanguard Charge do anything apart from closing the distance? from the walkthrough vid it seemed fairly weak, and I'm either going to roll Vanguard or Adept on my next playthrough. Singularity + Shockwave does look fun though. It also includes a combination of Pull (quite light though) and Slam, resulting in the enemy being knocked back. Especially with "Heavy Biotic Charge" the knockback effect gets pretty nasty. Deals quite a bit of damage too.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 14:14:00 - [370] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 21/02/2010 13:53:59 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 10:45:28 Does the Vanguard Charge do anything apart from closing the distance? from the walkthrough vid it seemed fairly weak, and I'm either going to roll Vanguard or Adept on my next playthrough. Singularity + Shockwave does look fun though. It also includes a combination of Pull (quite light though) and Slam, resulting in the enemy being knocked back. Especially with "Heavy Biotic Charge" the knockback effect gets pretty nasty. Deals quite a bit of damage too. Blimey. After watching this too, I'm bloody sold.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.21 15:37:00 - [371] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 21/02/2010 13:53:59 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 10:45:28 Does the Vanguard Charge do anything apart from closing the distance? from the walkthrough vid it seemed fairly weak, and I'm either going to roll Vanguard or Adept on my next playthrough. Singularity + Shockwave does look fun though. It also includes a combination of Pull (quite light though) and Slam, resulting in the enemy being knocked back. Especially with "Heavy Biotic Charge" the knockback effect gets pretty nasty. Deals quite a bit of damage too. Blimey. After watching this too, I'm bloody sold. Yup, proper use of charge that. Best bit is that there seems to be almost no range limit as such. You can cover quite a distance and go through anything in your way to get there. Along with a short cooldown. It's quite something. Adept is a lot of fun too though, Singularity is pretty nasty once maxed out.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.21 15:53:00 - [372] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Meiyang Lee Edited by: Meiyang Lee on 21/02/2010 13:53:59 Originally by: Irida Mershkov Edited by: Irida Mershkov on 21/02/2010 10:45:28 Does the Vanguard Charge do anything apart from closing the distance? from the walkthrough vid it seemed fairly weak, and I'm either going to roll Vanguard or Adept on my next playthrough. Singularity + Shockwave does look fun though. It also includes a combination of Pull (quite light though) and Slam, resulting in the enemy being knocked back. Especially with "Heavy Biotic Charge" the knockback effect gets pretty nasty. Deals quite a bit of damage too. Blimey. After watching this too, I'm bloody sold. Up until now, all of my characters have been infiltrators (Mmm X-98e Widow Anti-Material sniper) Might have to actually try Vanguards _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 15:54:00 - [373] The Widow is rediculous, stick Grunt and Legion in your squad with Grunts Shotgun and Legions Widow, you've got the ultimate death squad, no super powers, just everything dies. So far for me with my Sentinel playthrough combined with my Infiltrator, all I've used is SMGs, Pistols and Sniper rifles, the Shotgun for Vanguard looks like a nice step up.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.21 16:05:00 - [374] Originally by: Irida Mershkov The Widow is rediculous, stick Grunt and Legion in your squad with Grunts Shotgun and Legions Widow, you've got the ultimate death squad, no super powers, just everything dies. So far for me with my Sentinel playthrough combined with my Infiltrator, all I've used is SMGs, Pistols and Sniper rifles, the Shotgun for Vanguard looks like a nice step up. On veteran difficulty, it can, with Assassination Cloak + Miranda in team + Warp ammo, completely instagib Scions _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 17:09:00 - [375] I'd use Miranda but her face... The Widow is just anti-everything, Assassin Cloak + Warp Ammo = lol krogan So what's everyones preferences in terms of abilities? Stronger ones or group-based abilities? Ie, Heavy Pull or Group Pull.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.21 17:17:00 - [376] Originally by: Irida Mershkov I'd use Miranda but her face... The Widow is just anti-everything, Assassin Cloak + Warp Ammo = lol krogan So what's everyones preferences in terms of abilities? Stronger ones or group-based abilities? Ie, Heavy Pull or Group Pull. Stronger, personally. More useful against "Mini-Bosses" (Scions, Praetorians, Harbinger) compared to group abilities which I feel are incredibly NichT _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Irida Mershkov Gallente Honour Before Death Nominis Expers	Posted - 2010.02.21 17:19:00 - [377] The only time I can see justifying using the area of effect ones are basically the hordes of Husks, which you encounter around five times in the game, it's pretty rare that enemies bunch up. Actually one question to Vanguard users, does the Biotic charge let you get access to normally unreachable areas? for example, when recruiting Grunt you have a lot of enemies on ledges that you can't access from what I could see, does the charge let you get up there?
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.02.21 17:26:00 - [378] Originally by: Irida Mershkov The only time I can see justifying using the area of effect ones are basically the hordes of Husks, which you encounter around five times in the game, it's pretty rare that enemies bunch up. And even then: Heavy Pistol + Cryo Ammo = Lul 1 shot 1 kill on Husks (Husks shatter instantaneously when they finish Snap-freezing.) And without it they die loltastically to Incinerate, Shockwave and various other abilities. Just not justified over losing power against focused attacks tbh _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.02.21 19:02:00 - [379] Originally by: Irida Mershkov The only time I can see justifying using the area of effect ones are basically the hordes of Husks, which you encounter around five times in the game, it's pretty rare that enemies bunch up. Actually one question to Vanguard users, does the Biotic charge let you get access to normally unreachable areas? for example, when recruiting Grunt you have a lot of enemies on ledges that you can't access from what I could see, does the charge let you get up there? I don't believe you can. You're not usually able to "lock" those opponents which would get you stuck on something. It's limited to areas you can reach on foot I think, but the increased battlefield mobility is still very useful. Just be careful where you charge, moving right on top of someone with a flamer is usually a bad idea.
Bestofworst Worstofbest Caldari Science and Trade Institute	Posted - 2010.02.21 21:57:00 - [380] My advice for Adept after my playthrough, level Push/Throw (whichever it is called) first, and level it to Area push, and watch the hilarity ensue. ________________________________________________ My Music "Commander-Shepard?"
TimMc Gallente Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.02.22 00:46:00 - [381] Originally by: Daelorn I'm replaying ME1, and I think its the first time I've really noticed how terrible the male voice actor is. As bad as mansheps voice acting is, its cheesy or odd enough it doesn't usually bother me. Femshep sounds really bored sometimes though which annoyed me. Originally by: Irida Mershkov Blimey. After watching this too, I'm bloody sold. Yeah Vanguard is fun and hilarious when you eventually figure it out. I usually jumped into bad situations though and quickly die. I think at some point you get the option to use the krogen shotgun, or other gun training. I think I went with assault rifle or SMG so I had some range options.
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.23 19:51:00 - [382] Originally by: TimMc Originally by: Daelorn I'm replaying ME1, and I think its the first time I've really noticed how terrible the male voice actor is. As bad as mansheps voice acting is, its cheesy or odd enough it doesn't usually bother me. Femshep sounds really bored sometimes though which annoyed me. Originally by: Irida Mershkov Blimey. After watching this too, I'm bloody sold. Yeah Vanguard is fun and hilarious when you eventually figure it out. I usually jumped into bad situations though and quickly die. I think at some point you get the option to use the krogen shotgun, or other gun training. I think I went with assault rifle or SMG so I had some range options. NECRO TIEM! For most fun, what would you guys rcommend I play as? I'm getting the game today
Flap jak Caldari Provisions	Posted - 2010.03.23 19:57:00 - [383] Originally by: JordanParey NECRO TIEM! For most fun, what would you guys rcommend I play as? I'm getting the game today What have you done!! Some things are better left undisturbed! breaks out the shotgun and holy water __
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.03.23 20:38:00 - [384] Originally by: JordanParey NECRO TIEM! For most fun, what would you guys rcommend I play as? I'm getting the game today Vanguard is a lot of fun, you need to think a bit though, a charge into the wrong target can be rather lethal.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.23 20:58:00 - [385] Originally by: Meiyang Lee Originally by: JordanParey NECRO TIEM! For most fun, what would you guys rcommend I play as? I'm getting the game today Vanguard is a lot of fun, you need to think a bit though, a charge into the wrong target can be rather lethal. Vanguard can also get very frustrating though, Infiltrator can be quite fun if you like getting headshots all the time. Adept is a blast though.
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.23 22:08:00 - [386] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Originally by: Meiyang Lee Originally by: JordanParey NECRO TIEM! For most fun, what would you guys rcommend I play as? I'm getting the game today Vanguard is a lot of fun, you need to think a bit though, a charge into the wrong target can be rather lethal. Vanguard can also get very frustrating though, Infiltrator can be quite fun if you like getting headshots all the time. Adept is a blast though. Which class is the least likely to get my whole squad killed?
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.23 22:33:00 - [387] Hmm, well Adept is good at providing support abilities, like throwing enemies across the room into singularities and stuff to keep them off their back, soldier just puts out a lot of damage fast. Infiltrator is good at picking off targets in one shot. Vanguard tends to lead the charge though, so a Vanguard player tends to attract the most attention, I'd reccomend just picking the one that sounds about right when you're prompted.
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.24 02:12:00 - [388] Pretty much all the classes are fun. Soldier is a bit simple but for a first run through its not something you notice until you play the other classes. Sentinal is probably the easiest to play I think. Extremely tough and alot of flexible abilities. <3 Assault Armour
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.24 15:39:00 - [389] I ended up going Vanguard, the Charge power looked pretty sweet. I have another question though.. Is it odd that I am leveling up so slowly? I'm only at like level 7, and I'm on Omega running the side missions after I recruited Garrus and Mordin.
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.24 16:15:00 - [390] Originally by: JordanParey I ended up going Vanguard, the Charge power looked pretty sweet. I have another question though.. Is it odd that I am leveling up so slowly? I'm only at like level 7, and I'm on Omega running the side missions after I recruited Garrus and Mordin. You are still very early in the game. Even then I don't think the max level is as high as ME1.
Grimpak Gallente Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group	Posted - 2010.03.24 16:52:00 - [391] Originally by: TimMc Originally by: JordanParey I ended up going Vanguard, the Charge power looked pretty sweet. I have another question though.. Is it odd that I am leveling up so slowly? I'm only at like level 7, and I'm on Omega running the side missions after I recruited Garrus and Mordin. You are still very early in the game. Even then I don't think the max level is as high as ME1. level30 is cap, and when in doubt, just go soldier. --- Quote: The more I know about humans, the more I love animals. ain't that right.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.03.24 17:02:00 - [392] Originally by: JordanParey I ended up going Vanguard, the Charge power looked pretty sweet. I have another question though.. Is it odd that I am leveling up so slowly? I'm only at like level 7, and I'm on Omega running the side missions after I recruited Garrus and Mordin. Levelling isn't nearly as fast as it was with ME1, and with the cap at 30, it doesn't need to be. You probably won't get to 30 on the first run through, any subsequent game started after finishing it once though gives you 25% extra XP, which makes hitting 30 quite a bit easier, you'll usually cap out well before the end.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.03.24 17:02:00 - [393] Hammerhead (Firewalker) and Alternate Appearance (For garrus, jack and thane) DLC's are out I believe. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.24 17:41:00 - [394] Gay, I must be the only person around to own an Xbox but not play on Xbox Live. Probably because I detest Halotards..
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.25 11:58:00 - [395] Originally by: JordanParey Gay, I must be the only person around to own an Xbox but not play on Xbox Live. Probably because I detest Halotards.. You get no DLC then sorry champ.
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.25 12:13:00 - [396] Only probel with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglass and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
Grimpak Gallente Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group	Posted - 2010.03.25 14:05:00 - [397] Originally by: DuffmanPeter Only probel with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglass and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. 1 word: Cain. --- Quote: The more I know about humans, the more I love animals. ain't that right.
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.25 15:23:00 - [398] Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 15:23:52 Originally by: Grimpak Originally by: DuffmanPeter Only probel with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglass and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. 1 word: Cain. cain? If so that looks badass and I can't wait Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.03.25 16:02:00 - [399] Originally by: DuffmanPeter Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 15:23:52 Originally by: Grimpak Originally by: DuffmanPeter Only probel with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglass and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. 1 word: Cain. cain? If so that looks badass and I can't wait While the portable nuke is fun, I personally prefer the Collector Beam weapon. Much more versatile, and has a huge ammo capacity to boot, you'll get it soon enough.
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Dead Reckoning Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.25 17:24:00 - [400] The Cain is a nightmare to use. I have not once managed to use it without getting myself killed. ____________________
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.25 17:36:00 - [401] Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 17:38:33 Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 17:38:00 Originally by: Meiyang Lee Originally by: DuffmanPeter Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 15:23:52 Originally by: Grimpak Originally by: DuffmanPeter Only probel with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglass and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. 1 word: Cain. cain? If so that looks badass and I can't wait While the portable nuke is fun, I personally prefer the Collector Beam weapon. Much more versatile, and has a huge ammo capacity to boot, you'll get it soon enough. Anything with beam in it sounds cool, havent found much out on collectors except basically they are the "menace" like the reavers from 1. Originally by: ReaperOfSly The Cain is a nightmare to use. I have not once managed to use it without getting myself killed. Why? Just to get out in the open to use it? EDIT:Also do you start out with upgrading being available or do you need to be a certain distance into the storyline? I have a dumpload of minerals from being lvl 60 in ME 1. I plan on looking for the upgrade station when I get home but I am work currently. Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.25 22:46:00 - [402] Originally by: ReaperOfSly The Cain is a nightmare to use. I have not once managed to use it without getting myself killed. This for me aswell. I just stick with the gernade launcher most the time. Using abilities properly should leave you rarely needing heavy weapons anyway.
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.25 22:49:00 - [403] Duffman, you can upgrade stuff as soon as you get Mordin, which can be about 3 hours in if you go for him first. So very early on. Also, Blackhole Gun > Cain > All.
Grimpak Gallente Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group	Posted - 2010.03.26 10:47:00 - [404] Originally by: Irida Mershkov Duffman, you can upgrade stuff as soon as you get Mordin, which can be about 3 hours in if you go for him first. So very early on. Also, Blackhole Gun > Cain > All. yeah but not everyone has that DLC --- Quote: The more I know about humans, the more I love animals. ain't that right.
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.26 12:06:00 - [405] Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 26/03/2010 12:07:44 Originally by: Grimpak Originally by: Irida Mershkov Duffman, you can upgrade stuff as soon as you get Mordin, which can be about 3 hours in if you go for him first. So very early on. Also, Blackhole Gun > Cain > All. yeah but not everyone has that DLC lol I may have every dlc....Also thanks Grimpak, I found that out when I went home anyways and went to find Moridin. He is a cool character. I am definitely a fan of the black hole gun so far. Amazing animation I think for how it blows stuff up. Mainly trying to get my ME 1 chars to 60 now, what a pain in the ass. Realized I imported a lvl 58 char.... Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.26 15:07:00 - [406] Originally by: Grimpak Originally by: Irida Mershkov Duffman, you can upgrade stuff as soon as you get Mordin, which can be about 3 hours in if you go for him first. So very early on. Also, Blackhole Gun > Cain > All. yeah but not everyone has that DLC That's what makes it awesome (it's actually pretty terrible), so there.
Blane Xero Amarr The Firestorm Cartel	Posted - 2010.03.26 15:58:00 - [407] Originally by: DuffmanPeter Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 15:18:53 Only problem with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglas and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. Just a note; The visual indicator on the mineral storage bit does not mean you have "Filled up" You can go all the way up to and beyond 300k, i know for sure, on each mineral. And you'll probably spend as much in total if not more for some minerals. _____________________________________ Haruhiist since December 2008 Originally by: CCP Fallout :facepalm:
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.26 17:26:00 - [408] Originally by: Blane Xero Originally by: DuffmanPeter Edited by: DuffmanPeter on 25/03/2010 15:18:53 Only problem with the DLCs is I have no clue what armor to use the most...Blood dragon looks awesome but the bug armor is just badass...and no I did not pay for them. Btw Michael Douglas and Solid Snake/Spike Speigel as voice actors = awesomenesssssss Just started yesterday and so far the no crouching thing is really lame, the anomalies are a bit of sit in one spot and do nothing and no squad key + no inventory is really stupid. Also planet scanning is boring as hell and I just filled up on mineral in under 2 planets. But the mission reports are really cool and I like the weapons. Not really a fan of ammo as mentioned before but it is not too big of a deal. Hopefully it gets better as it goes. Just a note; The visual indicator on the mineral storage bit does not mean you have "Filled up" You can go all the way up to and beyond 300k, i know for sure, on each mineral. And you'll probably spend as much in total if not more for some minerals. Oh okay thanks, did not know that at all. Kind of stupid then it seems to have the indicator... Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
Grimpak Gallente Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group	Posted - 2010.03.26 18:30:00 - [409] the indicator is, in case you run out of fuel, you start to use minerals as fuel (platinum as fuel? lol) --- Quote: The more I know about humans, the more I love animals. ain't that right.
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.27 05:30:00 - [410] So, now that I've played the game a bit, I wanted to ask who your favorite characters were? I'll make a list: Miranda: pretty hawt for a video game character, Yvonne Strahovski is smokin' irl Garrus: total smartass Grunt: his teenage angst is funny Jack: her desire to kill, rob, torture, maim, or otherwise cause harm to everyone and everything is funny, and it's only made better by her equal hate of everyone. Almost cute.
ReaperOfSly Gallente Heavens Gate Consortium Dead Reckoning Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.27 09:35:00 - [411] ____________________
Grimpak Gallente Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group	Posted - 2010.03.27 10:10:00 - [412] Originally by: JordanParey So, now that I've played the game a bit, I wanted to ask who your favorite characters were? I'll make a list: Miranda: pretty hawt for a video game character, Yvonne Strahovski is smokin' irl Garrus: total smartass Grunt: his teenage angst is funny Jack: her desire to kill, rob, torture, maim, or otherwise cause harm to everyone and everything is funny, and it's only made better by her equal hate of everyone. Almost cute. Mordin? --- Quote: The more I know about humans, the more I love animals. ain't that right.
Wild Rho Amarr Sniggerdly	Posted - 2010.03.27 14:10:00 - [413] Gotta be Joker
Irida Mershkov Gallente Capsuleers of Doom Opticon Alliance	Posted - 2010.03.27 15:04:00 - [414] Legion.
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.27 16:07:00 - [415] Originally by: JordanParey So, now that I've played the game a bit, I wanted to ask who your favorite characters were? I'll make a list: Miranda: pretty hawt for a video game character, Yvonne Strahovski is smokin' irl Garrus: total smartass Grunt: his teenage angst is funny Jack: her desire to kill, rob, torture, maim, or otherwise cause harm to everyone and everything is funny, and it's only made better by her equal hate of everyone. Almost cute. Miranda is annoying cheerleader, but hot and insecure which makes her easy to flirt with. Grunt is funny, but I wouldn't call his character deep in the slightest. Jack is bit too hard. I sympathise with her alot despite how destructive she is. Thane is interesting to talk to, but he is too cold. Pretty much same for Legion aswell. Mordin talks too fast at first, then seems to talk normally. I like him as a character usually but as a squadmate he is beyond useless. Garrus is alot funnier than first game, and deeper. Probably one of my favourites. Tali is probably my favourite. Very cute. Joker is an ass in the first game, but in the second game I enjoy his dialogue especially those with EDI. Zaeed and the Justicar are both too old and cold as characters for me to enjoy, but can sympathise with both of them sometimes.
Zedic Amarr Universalis Imperium	Posted - 2010.03.27 22:33:00 - [416] Originally by: JordanParey Gay, I must be the only person around to own an Xbox but not play on Xbox Live. Probably because I detest Halotards.. Poasting to confirm that gay pplz has Xboxes, are on / off of Xbox Live and also hate / lerv / are Halotards. Jackass.
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.03.28 09:59:00 - [417] Originally by: Zedic Originally by: JordanParey Gay, I must be the only person around to own an Xbox but not play on Xbox Live. Probably because I detest Halotards.. Poasting to confirm that gay pplz has Xboxes, are on / off of Xbox Live and also hate / lerv / are Halotards. Jackass. XD I think you might be missing the point of that post, I was expressing resentment at the fact that I don't have the cash to pay for downloads/ XBL. Second half of the sentence was unnecessary, but if you look you'll notice in my posts about games that a lot of the stuff I do is single-player :P Completion Status: Derelict Reaper mission, burned through all recruitment/loyalty missions except for Legion, currently doing as many side missions as possible and probing planets () for minerals.
Zedic Amarr Universalis Imperium	Posted - 2010.03.28 20:30:00 - [418] You express resentment by using the word "gay" that way? You've missed the point of my post. You've gone and made me behave like a jackass in an otherwise epic thread that hasn't been shat upon by Adida (yet). Curse you, for your dividing ways.
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.29 05:59:00 - [419] Celebrities of mass effect 2
DuffmanPeter Perpetua Umbra The Last Brigade	Posted - 2010.03.29 12:53:00 - [420] Originally by: TimMc Celebrities of mass effect 2 O crap thought illusive man was Micheal Douglas, can't go wrong with Martin Sheen either Wow Carrie Anne Moss, did not even recognize matrix lady Cool vid Imply or Implode? There are many Duffman, don't tell the children... It's disillusioning! Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem!
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.03.29 13:49:00 - [421] Edited by: Culmen on 29/03/2010 13:49:07 Originally by: ReaperOfSly The Cain is a nightmare to use. I have not once managed to use it without getting myself killed. Dude, the Cain is my anti-praetorian weapon of choice. I used it against them while playing on Insanity, takes them down to 25% health. Blew through those encounters because of it. The trick is to stand behind something tall and charge up, then pop out and blast em. and further more why do i even need a sig?
NeoShocker Caldari Interstellar eXodus BricK sQuAD.	Posted - 2010.03.30 17:09:00 - [422] Edited by: NeoShocker on 30/03/2010 17:09:22 Originally by: DuffmanPeter Originally by: TimMc Celebrities of mass effect 2 O crap thought illusive man was Micheal Douglas, can't go wrong with Martin Sheen either Wow Carrie Anne Moss, did not even recognize matrix lady Cool vid Omg, Michael Dorn (actor as Worf from ST: TNG) as Gatatog Uvenk? Now that's really awesome! Shoulda pay attention to ending credits, I almost never look at them. ----------------------------------- Peace through power!
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.03.30 18:42:00 - [423] Originally by: NeoShocker Edited by: NeoShocker on 30/03/2010 17:09:22 Originally by: DuffmanPeter Originally by: TimMc Celebrities of mass effect 2 O crap thought illusive man was Micheal Douglas, can't go wrong with Martin Sheen either Wow Carrie Anne Moss, did not even recognize matrix lady Cool vid Omg, Michael Dorn (actor as Worf from ST: TNG) as Gatatog Uvenk? Now that's really awesome! Shoulda pay attention to ending credits, I almost never look at them. Dorn and Sheen were the only two I recognised in game by voice immediately. Dorn especially has a rather distinctive rumble in his voice that makes him easy to pick out.
Harbin Hummel	Posted - 2010.03.31 01:24:00 - [424] Just completed my second playthrough, Renegade Shep is hilariously badass.
TimMc Trans-Solar Works Rooks and Kings	Posted - 2010.03.31 16:18:00 - [425] Edited by: TimMc on 31/03/2010 16:18:46 Originally by: Meiyang Lee Dorn and Sheen were the only two I recognised in game by voice immediately. Dorn especially has a rather distinctive rumble in his voice that makes him easy to pick out. For me it was Dorn and michael hogan. Edit: and tricia and seth obviously.
Meiyang Lee Gallente Azteca Transportation Unlimited Gunboat Diplomacy	Posted - 2010.03.31 17:01:00 - [426] Originally by: TimMc Edited by: TimMc on 31/03/2010 16:18:46 Originally by: Meiyang Lee Dorn and Sheen were the only two I recognised in game by voice immediately. Dorn especially has a rather distinctive rumble in his voice that makes him easy to pick out. For me it was Dorn and michael hogan. Edit: and tricia and seth obviously. Well yes, Seth Green too, for obvious reasons, but from the new characters, those were the only two.
Rafus Ashen Lion Mining and Production Consortium Aeternus.	Posted - 2010.03.31 19:03:00 - [427] I headbutted Michael Dorn. Hahahaha.
Alexeph Stoekai Stoekai Corp	Posted - 2010.04.02 17:35:00 - [428] Anyone downloaded the new DLC yet? How's the hover tank handling? -----
Deviana Sevidon Gallente Panta-Rhei Butterfly Effect Alliance	Posted - 2010.04.02 18:21:00 - [429] I could tell you that the new DLC is rather short, but has some nice missions. The jump ability feels a bit strange and the vehicle is fragile but has the ability to regenerate very fast. There is no healtbar on the hammerhead-hovertank and the only sign of damage is fire and smoke coming out... but then again we have rule 17 and this thread is therefore illegal. Please forget everything written here. Thanks! Quote: Disclaimer: All mentioned above contains my opinion and is therefore an absolute truth (for me anyway, my universe, muhahaha.....ok, done
Captain Pompous Is Right Even When He's Wrong So Deal With It	Posted - 2010.04.02 19:22:00 - [430] I have reported this thread as it is a clear violation of Edict 17 and we will, in due course, be sent to a Thoughtcrime Chamber for processing. Have a nice day Citizens o7 --- Even though you might disagree with what I say, that doesn't automatically make me a troll.
JordanParey Suddenly Ninjas Tear Extraction And Reclamation Service	Posted - 2010.04.02 21:22:00 - [431] Just out of curiosity, when I hit my second playthough of the game, does my character retain the skill points I've put into Biotic powers, or do I have to start that over again? Will it retain the Vanguard w/ Assault Rifles combo?
Rule 17 OOPE Sticky	Posted - 2010.04.03 01:03:00 - [432] Oh hi! This sure is a loooong thread!
Culmen Caldari Macabre Votum Morsus Mihi	Posted - 2010.04.04 20:55:00 - [433] Originally by: JordanParey Just out of curiosity, when I hit my second playthough of the game, does my character retain the skill points I've put into Biotic powers, or do I have to start that over again? Will it retain the Vanguard w/ Assault Rifles combo? Your char retains it's skill points and additional weapon training. On the down side you can't pick another weapon when the time comes Also Enhanced Dominate + Advanced AI hacking = Improved Hilarity. and further more why do i even need a sig?
Abrazzar	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:26:00 - [434] Bump for threadlock. --------
Jago Kain Amarr Ramm's RDI Tactical Narcotics Team	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:45:00 - [435] Why is this the only game thread allowed? Reporting for non EVE game discussion and also now discussion of moderation... bad Jago... down boy. ___________________________________________________ The game will never be over, because we're keeping the meme alive.
Xen Gin Silurian Operations	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:46:00 - [436] Originally by: Jago Kain Why is this the only game thread allowed? Reporting for non EVE game discussion and also now discussion of moderation... bad Jago... down boy. Because moderation hypocrisy is hypocrisy? _________________________________ ## You got that? Right I'll be back in approximately 300 seconds to retort! ##
Abrazzar	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:48:00 - [437] Originally by: Xen Gin Originally by: Jago Kain Why is this the only game thread allowed? Reporting for non EVE game discussion and also now discussion of moderation... bad Jago... down boy. Because moderation hypocrisy is hypocrisy? Well, this thread got locked for bumping, so my bump alone should be good enough. Or is my bump not good enough for you mods? --------
Xen Gin Silurian Operations	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:51:00 - [438] Originally by: Abrazzar Originally by: Xen Gin Originally by: Jago Kain Why is this the only game thread allowed? Reporting for non EVE game discussion and also now discussion of moderation... bad Jago... down boy. Because moderation hypocrisy is hypocrisy? Well, this thread got locked for bumping, so my bump alone should be good enough. Or is my bump not good enough for you mods? Your bumps are absolutely worthless, WORTHLESS. _________________________________ ## You got that? Right I'll be back in approximately 300 seconds to retort! ##
Kuar Z'thain Fraser's Finest	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:54:00 - [439] Anyone know how to get the badass sniper rifle?
Gladys Pank Amarr Trillionaire High-Rollers Suicidal Bassoon Orkesta	Posted - 2010.04.05 15:56:00 - [440] Edited by: Gladys Pank on 05/04/2010 15:56:36 Originally by: Xen Gin Originally by: Abrazzar Originally by: Xen Gin Originally by: Jago Kain Why is this the only game thread allowed? Reporting for non EVE game discussion and also now discussion of moderation... bad Jago... down boy. Because moderation hypocrisy is hypocrisy? Well, this thread got locked for bumping, so my bump alone should be good enough. Or is my bump not good enough for you mods? Your bumps are absolutely worthless, WORTHLESS. How does this game compare to World of Warcraft?

CCP Adida	Posted - 2010.04.05 16:06:00 - [441] Locked for trolling and discussion of other games. Adida Community Rep CCP Hf, EVE Online


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