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Mass Effect is a video game series created by BioWare, a Canadian entertainment company. The series debuted on November 20, 2007, with the introduction of its first game, Mass Effect, for the Xbox 360. The franchise has since expanded to include two novels, a comic book mini-series, a spin-off game for the iPhone, and a re-release of the original game for the Microsoft Windows platform. A sequel, Mass Effect 2, was released for the Xbox 360 and Windows on January 26, 2010.

Video games

Main trilogy

Title Details
Mass Effect

Original release date(s):
Xbox 360[1][2]

Microsoft Windows[3]

 Release years by system:
2007 – Xbox 360
2008 – Microsoft Windows
Notes:
  • The Limited Edition of the game features alternative cover art, a bonus DVD with extra content, an art book, and a guidebook that provided background information on the Mass Effect universe.
  • A Limited Edition of the Microsoft Windows version of the game was made available in Poland. This edition included Mass Effect-themed postcards, a mouse pad, a keychain, a USB flash drive, a T-shirt, a bonus DVD with a documentary video, an art book, and a walkthrough guide for the game.
Mass Effect 2

Original release date(s):
Microsoft Windows and Xbox 360

PlayStation 3

 Release years by system:
2010 – Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360
2011 – PlayStation 3
Notes:
  • The Collectors' Edition of the game features alternative cover art, a bonus DVD with extra content, an art book, a copy of the first issue of the Mass Effect: Redemption comic, an exclusive in-game weapon and armor set, and a "Cerberus Network card" which grants access to bonus content.
Mass Effect 3

Original release date(s):
 Release years by system:
Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii U
Notes:
  • The first game in the series to be released simultaneously on three platforms.
Title Details
Mass Effect Galaxy

Original release date(s):
 Release years by system:
2009 – iPhone
Mass Effect: Infiltrator

Original release date(s):
 Release years by system:
2012 - iOS
Mass Effect: Trilogy

Original release date(s):
 Release years by system:
2012 - iOS

Printed media

Books

Title Release date ISBN Media type
Mass Effect: Revelation May 1, 2007 978-0-345-49816-8 Novelization
Mass Effect: Ascension July 29, 2008 978-0-345-49852-6 Novelization
Mass Effect: Retribution July 27, 2010 978-0-345-52072-2 Novelization
Mass Effect: Deception January 31, 2012 978-0-345-52073-9 Novelization
The Art of Mass Effect Universe[6][7][8][9] February 8, 2012[9] 978-1-59582-768-5[9] Concept art[9]
  • Concept art and BioWare commentary on the Mass Effect game trilogy written by Casey Hudson and Derek Watts.[9]
  • 184 pages in a 9" x 12" hardcover.[9]

Comics

Main article: Mass Effect (comic)
Title Release date ISBN Media type
Mass Effect: Redemption January 6, 2010 ISBN 978-1595824813 Comic book series
Mass Effect: Incursion June 21, 2010 Mini-Comic book series
  • An eight-page mini-comic featuring Aria T'Loak set shortly before Mass Effect 2.
Mass Effect: Inquisition October 24, 2010 Web-Comic book series
  • An eight-page mini-comic featuring Armando-Owen Bailey set after Mass Effect 2.
Mass Effect: Evolution January 19, 2011 ISBN 978-1595827593 Comic book series
  • A prequel story to Mass Effect featuring Jack Harper (Illusive Man).
Mass Effect: Conviction September 2011 — Mini-Comic book series
  • An eight-page mini-comic featuring James Vega set after Mass Effect 2.
Mass Effect: Invasion October 19, 2011 ISBN 978-1595828675 Comic book series
  • A four-part mini-series set after Mass Effect 2 featuring Aria T'Loak.
Mass Effect: Homeworlds April 25, 2012 ISBN 978-1595829559 Comic book series
  • A series written by Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 lead writer, Mac Walters, with each installment focusing on a main character from Mass Effect 3.
Mass Effect: Blasto - Eternity is Forever November 7, 2012 Web-Comic book series
  • A mini-comic featuring Blasto, a fictional hanar Spectre featured in several films in the Mass Effect universe.
Mass Effect: Foundation July 24, 2013 Comic book series
  • An upcoming series written by Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 lead writer, Mac Walters. It will be the fifth Mass Effect comic series produced, but unlike its predecessors, it will be an ongoing series, with at least 12 issues currently planned.

Film

Title Release date Media type
Mass Effect: Paragon Lost December 14, 2012 Anime
Notes:

Direct-to-video animated film starring Freddie Prinze, Jr. as Lieutenant James Vega.

Soundtracks

See also: Music of Mass Effect 2, Music of Mass Effect 3, and Mass Effect: Paragon Lost Original Motion Picture Score
Title Release date Length Label
Mass Effect: Original Soundtrack November 20, 2007 75:56 Sumthing Distribution[10]
Mass Effect 2: Original Video Game Score January 19, 2010 115:43 E.A.R.S. (EA Recordings)
Mass Effect 2: Atmospheric September 7, 2010 20:43 E.A.R.S. (EA Recordings)
Mass Effect 2: Combat October 5, 2010 32:40 E.A.R.S. (EA Recordings)

References

  1. ^ "Mass Effect (X360) release dates". GameSpot. Retrieved 2010-12-26.
  2. ^ Kolan, Patrick (2007-11-15). "AU Retail Chain Sells Mass Effect Early". IGN. Retrieved 2010-12-26.
  3. ^ "Mass Effect (PC) release dates". GameSpot. Retrieved 2010-12-26.
  4. ^ a b Reilly, Jim (2009-10-16). "IGN: Mass Effect 2 Release Date Announced". Xbox360.ign.com. Retrieved 2009-11-08.
  5. ^ Buchanan, Levi (2009-06-23). "IGN: Mass Effect Galaxy Review". IGN. Retrieved 2009-06-27.
  6. ^ "Mass Effect 3 Art and Download codes!". Dark Horse Comics. 24 January 2012. Retrieved 6 April 2013.
  7. ^ Yoon, Andrew (24 January 2012). "Art of the Mass Effect Universe book to include Mass Effect 3 DLC". Shacknews. Retrieved 6 April 2013.
  8. ^ Chalk, Andy (24 January 2012). "Buy Mass Effect Art Book, Get Free DLC". The Escapist. Retrieved 6 April 2013. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  9. ^ a b c d e f "The Art of the Mass Effect Universe (hardcover)". Dark Horse Comics. 8 February 2012. Retrieved 6 April 2013.
  10. ^ Mass Effect Original Soundtrack Product Page, Sumthing.com
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