Mass Effect fans concerned about the direction of the franchise's next game, especially in light of the new stylistic approach seen in Veilguard, can breathe a sigh of relief. The project director for Mass Effect 5 has addressed these concerns directly, ensuring fans that the upcoming game will stay true to the series' roots.
Mass Effect's Mature Tone Lives On In Mass Effect 5
Mass Effect's Next Game Will Remain Photorealistic and Mature
The next installment in the Mass Effect series, tentatively known as "Mass Effect 5," will continue to uphold the mature tone that defined the original trilogy. The Mass Effect series, developed by EA and BioWare, was celebrated for its realistic visuals and deep, compelling storytelling. These elements contributed to the trilogy's critical acclaim, as noted by former game director Casey Hudson, who emphasized the series' "level of intensity and cinematic power."
With BioWare's latest Dragon Age title, Dragon Age: Veilguard, set to release on October 31, fans have been vocal about their concerns regarding the game's new, Pixar-like visual style, which starkly contrasts with the previous entries in the Dragon Age series. These concerns have naturally extended to speculation about the visual and tonal direction of Mass Effect 5.
Michael Gamble, the project director and executive producer for Mass Effect 5, took to Twitter (X) to clarify these worries. He stated unequivocally that the stylistic choices made for Veilguard would not influence Mass Effect 5. "Both are from the studio, but Mass Effect is Mass Effect. How you bring a Sci Fi RPG to life is different than other genres or IPs...and has to have different kinds of love," Gamble explained. He further reassured fans that Mass Effect 5 would maintain the mature tone of the original trilogy, adding, "This is all I'm gonna say for now."
Gamble also addressed the Pixar-like comparison for Veilguard, expressing his disagreement with the notion and reaffirming that Mass Effect 5 would remain photorealistic. "Mass Effect will be as long as i'm running it," he concluded, signaling a commitment to the series' established visual and thematic standards.
N7 Day 2024 Could Bring New Mass Effect 5 Trailer or Announcement
With N7 Day, also known as Mass Effect Day, approaching on November 7, anticipation is building among fans for potential updates on Mass Effect 5. Historically, BioWare has used this day to make significant announcements related to the franchise. In 2020, the studio unveiled the Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, a remastered trilogy pack that thrilled the community.
Last year's N7 Day saw a series of cryptic posts from BioWare, hinting at Mass Effect 5's storyline, possible character returns, and even the game's working title. These posts featured a mysterious character adorned with an N7 logo on their helmet and suit, culminating in a 34-second teaser clip. While no major updates have been released since then, fans are hopeful for a new teaser or a significant announcement during N7 Day 2024.
