7 Things Mass Effect 5 NEEDS

This is not the video I wanted to release, I spent another 3 hours editing and re-recording before it crashed and I lost my work, so please excuse some of the sound/dialogue issues ;_;

Anyways, I think the next game needs a few things to be successful so here is my list! Inspired by @MrHulthen and his recent video, go check it out!

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[MrHulthen]

06:25 - Hilarious but good point. The Shepard shuffle is part of Sheppy's identity, despite how silly it may sound.

[ROYON]

If we get a brand new protagonist it would be interesting to see what backgrounds are available. To reference the original 3 from ME1 with random examples: Earthborn (you fought the Reapers), Colonist (your parents were taken by Cerberus when you were a kid), Spacer (you are a former Blue Suns merc). So many possibilities.

[Ej_mars]

I couldn’t agree more with the more mature feel. This is an absolute must for me. My issue with andromeda is how “silly” it feels.

[baundiesel]

Agreed on basically all points. Especially the Paragon and Renegade system returning. I'd like for it to be more nuanced and maybe less "black and white". I really would like to see the choices we make have a bigger impact on story things that can happen, whether crew members will even join (or even abandon) you, and possibly even impact who you can romance.

[oelfochapado]

I really will love the possibility of playing as others races, with unique backgrounds storys, just like DA:origins.
For example, playing as a turian will give the option to start as a military spec ops, or a mercenary, the asari options could be of a Young one trying to go out of his matriarch's shadow or a rogue commando

[natshoz]

I would love more interactions with the crewmates, being able to participate in activities (such as the ones in the Citadel DLC in ME3), being able to crate different bonds and friendships and learn more about their backstory (absolutely loved the loyalty missions in ME2). But an overlooked aspect is also the crewmates interacting with each other. Being able to bring two different crewmates during a mission and hearing them talk to one another that fits their personality would be immersive.
Great video, I agree on all points!

[quintyss]

Amen to all your suggestions. But above all else for me, Bioware's story needs to nail the ending. Please hire an exclusive team of facial animators, Bioware.

[SpectreSaunders]

I'd like the Paragon & Renegade system to return, but for it to be reworked or levelled up similarly to ME1... I found Paragon/Renegade dialogue & Interrupts vague at times that limited players freedoms & abilities for future choices if they played neutral (Paragades/Renegon) & didn't want to solely be Paragon or Renegade... I liked Andromeda made the actions more clear & morally grey. If Bioware use this as a point in changing & adapting the mechanic in ME5, that'd be great.

[GoodOldGamer]

I forgot to add: More intricate romances. Go out on actual dates. Give/receive gifts. Be affectionate. Act like a couple on missions. It doesn't have to be a huge thing, but it should matter more than it has.

Like with Garrus, it feels like you have three diague sessions and that's it, lol.

[chillylagarto]

A couple more things I would like to see are:

The movement system we got from Andromeda (jetpack boosts and dashes are my favorite gameplay style)
and
More Unique Alien races that populate the Galaxy(-ies), if we explore more of the Andromeda Galaxy, let the creativity go wild with the new Aliens to make them stand out. Maybe show us how the Galaxy would react to seeing peaceful Rachni.


Great points made in the video,
Keep up the Good Work!

[NinjasticFlare]

What’s funny is that I actually really liked Ryder’s father, and would have been perfectly happy with him as the protagonist. He would have had the “mature, professional” style and personality that the main character in a completely separate galaxy SHOULD have.

[bluemoon]

They 100 percent need to give back control of squadmates. Being able to use their abilities was a huge part of the combat for me. Changing tactics by switching their guns is a must for the next game.

[compdulac]

Recently found your channel from Mr. Hulthen and I just want to say I'm really enjoying it. Keep up the good work and keep the content coming!

[chepereffect]

I found your channel some time ago partly thanks to MrHulthen. And it's great. This video too. I agree with all points. Especially with that "Shepard's shadow" thing.

[MrEwetoobs]

Expanding on your last item, personalization is a big one. Providing the players the tools to craft their own, unique experiences:

Player choices that range from determining who remains in the party to influencing and reshaping the state of the universe.

Gameplay and Cosmetic customization options through the character creator, player and squadmates' classes, loadouts, and skins.

[bazbazzer]

If we end up back in andromeda the galaxy really needs to be flushed out more with a lot more races it felt empty with a lot of cut and paste, another thing I would like is the ability to play as other races the latest dragon age did it so I hope this does this does too if we are playing a new character

[johncage]

A thing they should definitely continue as is, because they really nailed it IMHO: The humor, both in many dialogue choices and in the funny banter between crew members (elevator scenes, talks on the bridge, talks while driving on the surface).

[Imjustsaiyanbudid]

I just hope the they keep the combat and exploration from andromeda, man andromedas combat was fluid. As for exploring the conversations your team would have driving around in the nomad where amazing and a great extra way to flesh out the characters

[Jeff_Saba]

Very good video! I agree that the morality system should make a comeback but at the same not be punitive for not sticking to one morality and possibly incentivize mixing up "renegade" and "paragon" options

[xbadbeef]

I don't expect alternate story lines because of what things costs these days. We should see what they do with Dragon Age which is expected this year. Although Bioware reported unexpected success from the Legendary Edition so maybe they can somehow preserve its essence.