I have a couple gripes with Mass Effect 2. The galaxy doesn't feel as open as it should, and the mission recaps interrupt the cinematic tone of the game. But these are small complaints when playing through the grand space opera. Stepping back into the N7 armor of Commander Shepard is an exciting experience, especially when the bullets and biotic powers start flying. The save-the-galaxy plot isn't as satisfying as it was in the original Mass Effect, but the sequel makes up for that with its supporting cast. Shepard's crew is an even odder bunch this time around, and they have plenty of skeletons to uncover. There are also more lovers to choose from, which is good for me, because that Tali is an alien sweetheart you can bring home to mom.

Very enjoyable. They really stepped up the action gameplay in this sequel. Great story and well supported with DLC

It's me again and I'm here to review ME2. This is another Bioware game that is a hit. The responsive and interactivity with the NPCs is better and more enveloping. The game mechanics are better and it seems Bioware is closer to finding the balance between Shooter and RPG. I can't really rag on this game much nor point out the weak points or however you see my reviews. So I would have to say 4.5/5 mainly because there's still that bit from this game missing.

I *still* haven't played this yet even though it is sitting on my shelf. Too many RPGs!

This game was incredible! They improved on the original Mass Effect by leaps and bounds with this one. Better story I felt, no more driving around for hours in that stupid Mako. The only thing I wished they had left alone is sticking with heat on the weapons as opposed to using clips in your guns. Highly recommended. Don't let the experience of the first keep you from getting this one!

Amazing game, the carecters are awesome!

Stellar. The story is amazing. The game is amazing. Just play it.

Devs took everything I hated about the first game and junked it. Can't wait for the finale.

Really great game!

Great action RPG. Bioware has done it again.

One of the best games ever, and an enthralling sci-fi story. So many improvements over the original game, which was epic itself.

Awesome game

Love it!!!

BioWare took a game-of-the-year quality game (ME1), addressed many of the consumer gripes about gameplay, expanded the narrative, added about 20-50 more hours of game, and made everything smoother. THIS is how to make a sequel.

Sweet game!!!

Amazing! The best game of 2010 so far! On my 3rd playthrough

This game was badanus. I thought the first one was great, but this one blew even that out of the water. I am hooked and can't wait until ME3

Awesome!

Awesome game

Best RPG ever! I love this game. It is a huge improvement from the original. Can't wait to see how my story will end in the third game.

Masterpiece

Once this intense and action-packed role-playing game pulls you into its orbit, you won't want to escape. Fantastic game, Fantastic Graphics, it really grips you and you can't stop going back for more. Can't wait for Mass Effect 3...

fucking badass game

I attempted to play mass effect years ago, and couldn't get into it at all. When this one was announced saying you could continue your original character, I had to finish it. After the first 2 hours of Mass Effect 1 I was hooked. Finished it and immediately bought part 2 to continue my guy. Beat the game after 39 hours and started right over again with the same guy to level him up as much as possible. This is one of the few games I have ever played that when I sensed the end coming, I was sad. I didn't want it to end! Story and characters are incredible, graphics are amazing, and fighting was so smooth! The only cons I have are the mining sims and the door lock mini games that are sooo repetitive. Even with those added into the game, I still give it a 9.5. almost perfect.

Tremendous game for 2010. Great combo of RTS & FPS.