--- product_id: 1661230 title: "Mass Effect" brand: "electronic arts" price: "£26.01" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1661230-mass-effect store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Mass Effect **Brand:** electronic arts **Price:** £26.01 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mass Effect by electronic arts - **How much does it cost?** £26.01 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1661230-mass-effect) ## Best For - electronic arts enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted electronic arts brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description ## Images ![Mass Effect - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pjluB9JfL.jpg) ![Mass Effect - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pjluB9JfL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ "Embrace Eternity" (at EAbioware's Discretion) *by H***E on Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2012* Having survived the terrible experience of Mass Effect 3's horrible ending - which, BTW, has been improved from horrible to underwhelming with the Extended Cut DLC - I decided to play ME1 again just to immerse in the fantastic Mass Effect phenomenon at least once more. Moreover, I want to prove to myself that ME3's ending, as disappointing as it is, cannot mar the eternal beauty of ME1 (and to a lesser effect, also ME2) - And I am happy to report that I was not disappointed.To begin with, it is crucial to establish that ME1 is unique in the series because it is a RPG with shooter element, whereas ME2 and ME3 are shooters with RPG elements. The most important and simple distinction is this: In ME1, regardless of how well your aiming skill is, your weapons' accuracy is, by and large, dependent on the XP you invested in a particular weapon. On the other hand, in ME2 and 3, your aiming skill (along with reaction speed) determines your accuracy. In this regard, to me, ME1 is the best in the series as a RPG; with ME3 being the best as a shooter in spite of its disappointing ending; and ME2 somewhere in between (for the overall games in disregard of the genres, I'd rate ME1 being the best game overall, followed by ME2, then ME3).Also, ME1 leans heavily toward exploration. Granted, this is the least developed aspects of the game, especially in regard to driving around the planets in the M35 Mako infantry assault vehicle or running around the Citadel doing side quests, which can be uneventful for the most part - if not downright boring. On the other hand, running or driving around afford you some spectacular views such as the Earth rise from the moon or the awe-inspiring vista from the Citadel docking bay.In addition to the reasons above, the primary reason that ME1 is special to me is its story elements. As a former fan of the 80s science fiction mini-series like Battlestar Galactica (the one and the only original one, of course) or Buck Roger, I have to say that ME1 captured the atmosphere and the mood of these mini-series perfectly - and even better in many cases. As is, obviously having drawn many experiences from their excellent previous work in the Knight of the Old Republic, the EAbioware writing team, headed by Drew Kapyshyn, did a stellar job in creating their own science fiction universe and its own saga.The music in ME1, composed by Jack Wall and Sam Hulick, may not be perfect - but it is a perfect fit for the game. Surely, it is not as melodramatic as the music in ME3; nor is it as inspiring as ME2's. However, when framed within of the aforementioned science fiction genre, it is simply perfect. As is, I also have the soundtrack of ME1 and highly recommend it to fellow ME fans.Another remarkable achievement for ME1 - at least for me - is that up until ME1, I never really give a damn about voice acting in games. In fact, I strongly dislike the idea of merging video games and movies together - and I still do. However, ME1 is an exception due the outstanding performances by virtually all the actors involved - especially Jennifer Hale, who voiced the female Commander Sheppard.In conclusion, and also in retrospection, in spite of all the little things that ME1 did not get right, in addition to the overreaching but worthless limited activation DRM scheme that wrecked the overall product (a serious offense in my book which results in an unfortunate deduction of 2 stars for the product), the game itself is beautifully executed and its story is a substantial work of well-implemented science fiction. Therefore, whether you are newcomer to the ME series or a veteran - and if you think the DRM scheme is worth the trouble - taking into considering the game's dirt cheap current pricing (also, please see the comment section for more info) - it's worth it to embrace the eternity of Mass Effect 1. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mass Effect: A Space Opera *by L***E on Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2013* When I was younger, I liked to play RPGs on the nintendo and Super nintendo, such as Legend of Zelda: I, II, & III, Final Fantasy I & III, Chrono Trigger, and others.Take all of that gameplay and quest hunting, put it in a 3rd-person point of view, and give it awesome graphics, and you get Mass Effect. You also experience a unique story unfold every time you play, and that story carries on through 2 games after this one; that is something I never heard of in video games. It's roleplaying at its finest.The graphics are incredible in this game, especially during the cinematic conversation scenes; the engine truly shines in those moments of sheer, visual beauty. Even in the normal, 3rd-person view, and the MAKO scenes, the graphics are splendid. Who suggested the MAKO have chrome rims anyway?The universe is so vast, and it feels imposing when you realise you have to scour it to root out every hint of evil that may lead you to: Saren, his Geth minions, and the Reaper, called Sovereign. The MAKO scenes make the universe seem vast. You can drive 10 minutes real time in one direction and find nothing, and you can drive less time the opposite direction and find vast mineral stores, ripe for the picking. Why they dropped MAKO planetary investigation in Mass Effect 2 is beyond me.The combat in this game is downright horrible. Allies do not go where I point them; instead, they tell me they refuse and stand in the open to get killed. I'm not wasting Medigel on them! Once you think you have the aim on an enemy, you aim a skill and it points to the exact middle of your view, not your target. It is the learning curve in the game and a fresh breath of challenge in a stagnant world of hand-holding.It runs my CPU hotter then any other game I own, and I play a heavily tweaked RAGE; also, Deus Ex (DX10), Deus Ex: Human Revolution, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Mass Efft 1 & 2, and F.E.A.R. w/ Extraction Point and Perseus Mandate Expansion Packs. If you don't know, running hot means sudden, choppy graphics.No shortcomings can trump the incredible space opera that is Mass Effect. I recommend it to anyone who doesn't mind the last parts and wants the first. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ You create this story with your choices and actions *by D***T on Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2014* Mass Effect is the most RPG (role-playing game) of all the Mass Effect games in the trilogy, with much broader character customization than the second and third entries. There is an enormous galaxy to explore, including the ability to land on some planets and just drive around and sightsee. There are so many different ways to play this game that you can find new things to explore, new conversations to have, and different enemies to fight depending on your choices during the game itself.At times it can be a little slow, but that's an issue with nearly all RPGs. However, the story that this game sets up is amazing, and the science, while of course being fictional, is still believable and stays pretty consistent throughout the series.As this game is nearly six years old, it should run great on any current computer. Just be sure to save your Save games to import them into the subsequent games. Having a full history of your characters exploits through all three games really gives you a sense that you have made this story. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1661230-mass-effect](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1661230-mass-effect) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-25*