Review: Mass Effect 3 Demo

G'day there guys and gals!

For one of the most popular series from Bioware, Mass Effect 3 is definitely turning many heads in the gaming community. With the release of the demo, many clamour to get their hands on the download, and with the Multiplayer section now available for everyone, things are starting to heat up.

Despite being a demo, you'll notice the amount of graphic detail already placed in the game. For those who did not know, there was a Beta for the demo, released back in December, for only a small select few. The graphics were still very much in their simplistic forms, mouths not animated and background motions moving without any movement at all. This time around, however, it seems that they've taken the gameplay directly from the finished product, or damn near close to it. Sound quality is excellent, with only the occaisonal hiccup here and there. Voice acting is, once again, sublime. With the return of Keith David as Admiral Anderson, Seth Green as Joker and many of the old cast (Ali Hillis as Liara, my favourite), the game is really starting to become a piece of art more than a game.
With the introduction of Multiplayer, many gamers are starting out with the Campaign first, ignoring the new upgrade in the series. While promising 2-3 hours, its quite obvious that its barely an hour for many of the fans. With replaying the Campaign becomes dull, its time for multiplayer!

Customisation is limited, but there is so much to do. The Credits system (Earn credits during Multiplayer missions) is quite clever, but can only be earnt during tasks set to you. These happen once every 3-4 rounds. So you have only 3 chances to earn a large bonus of credits (not including the ending of the match)
While only a demo, there are some bugs. AI's can be invincible and never die, players can sink through the floor and fade into the darkness, yet still be hit by bullets (This happened to me a few hours ago) and so on. But compared to some other released titles major glitches, this is barely anything.

In conclusion, the Mass Effect Fan Base should be very excited for the release date of the completed game. With the fate of the galaxy on your shoulders, this game is going to be one not to miss!

Out of 10, I gave the Mass Effect 3 Demo an 9/10

Good points - Multiplayer = surprisingly addictive
                       Campaign is full of action and trauma.
                       Keith David. Need I say more?

Bad points - Some glitches can have RQ's...
                    Option settings can be a teensy bit confusing

Mass Effect 3 is out March 6th in North America, March 8th for Australia and March 9th for Europe and New Zealand.