It’s easy to forget that today is N7 Day, especially with all the delays happening in the industry. Nevertheless, Mass Effect executive producer Mike Gamble returned to set “the record straight,” and reiterate that the next Mass Effect is indeed still in development. “EA and BioWare remain committed to telling more stories in this universe,” likely referring to reports about developers being worried about the studio’s future.
Noting that the last few years were an “incredibly busy time at BioWare” (which released Dragon Age: The Veilguard last year), Gamble said the team is currently “heads-down and focused exclusively on Mass Effect. We have a lot of universe to cover, lots of features to build, and lots of romances to figure out.
“We’re excited by what we’re building, and we promise you: when we’re ready, it’ll be a lot of fun to show. Until then, thank you for your patience because y’all are thirsty for news and I see you looking for secret meaning in my tweets (okay, sometimes they have secret meaning).”
He also talked about the upcoming TV series which it’s partnering with Amazon on. Gamble says the writers’ room has “a lot figured out” about its place in the overall canon, especially “where it sits in respect to the new game.” However, don’t expect it to focus on Commander Shepard – it’s a “brand-new story” taking place after the original trilogy in the same timeline.
Gamble signed off with the disclaimer that there’s “no secret game information to be gleaned by anything I’m saying today, I promise.” What an odd thing to say.
Regardless, development on the next Mass Effect has certainly been proceeding at a snail’s pace. With BioWare restructured and focused on the project, however, perhaps we may see more progress in the coming months or years. Whatever happens, hopefully Jennifer Hale, the voice of Fem Shep, returns in some capacity.
It’s great to hear that the next Mass Effect is still on the way! The universe has so much potential, and it’s exciting to think about what BioWare will bring to the table. N7 Day is a perfect reminder of the beloved franchise’s impact. Looking forward to more updates!
Absolutely, the Mass Effect universe is rich with stories waiting to be explored! It’s exciting to think about how they might expand on the lore and introduce new gameplay features. Hopefully, they can capture that same magic that made the original trilogy so memorable!
I completely agree! The depth of the lore provides endless opportunities for new characters and plotlines. Plus, with advancements in technology, I can’t wait to see how they enhance the gameplay experience in the next installment.
Absolutely! The rich lore really does allow for some innovative storytelling. Plus, exploring different aspects of the universe could lead to some unique gameplay mechanics that fans haven’t seen yet. It’s exciting to think about the possibilities!
You’re right! The lore opens up so many possibilities for character development and new adventures. I’m also curious how they might integrate player choices from previous games into the new storyline. It could really enhance the experience!
Absolutely! The rich lore not only allows for character depth but also paves the way for exploring new alien civilizations and their histories. It’ll be exciting to see how BioWare expands on that universe!