This science fiction action RPG, originally released in 2012, is available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC. The Ultimate Edition includes the base game and all downloadable content.

What is the game about?

Mass Effect 2: Ultimate Edition casts you as Commander Shepard, tasked with saving humanity from a new and mysterious enemy that is abducting entire human colonies. Set two years after repelling the initial Reaper invasion, the game forces Shepard into an alliance with Cerberus, a pro-human organization known for its ruthless methods.

Story and Setting

The storyline unfolds across the vast expanse of space, requiring Shepard to assemble a diverse team of skilled and potentially dangerous individuals from across the galaxy. The game emphasizes a sense of impending doom, with the core mission framed as a suicide run.

Core Gameplay

The gameplay combines third-person shooting, squad-based tactics, and RPG elements. You make critical choices that impact the story, character relationships, and the fate of the galaxy. Customization options allow you to modify Shepard's skills and appearance, as well as upgrade the Normandy starship. Building loyalty within the squad is crucial, as each member's survival depends on your leadership and decisions.

Ultimate Edition Content

The Ultimate Edition includes all previously released downloadable content:

Zaeed – The Price of Revenge
Kasumi – Stolen Memory
The Firewalker Pack
Overlord
Lair of the Shadow Broker
The Arrival

These additions expand the story, introduce new characters, and provide additional missions and equipment.