One of the most anticipated games in recent memory, “Mass Effect 3” brings the exceptional trilogy to an astounding, emotional close. The story picks up soon after the events of “Mass Effect 2,” with Commander Shepard and his crew facing an attack on Earth from the series’ main antagonists, The Reapers. The game’s fighting mechanics, which were near perfect to begin with, see a subtle improvement from previous titles. As with previous installments, the writing, characters and plot are so well developed that a player may often think they’re watching an award-winning movie. As decisions from the first two games impact the plot of the third, the game will repel those who haven’t played the trilogy’s earlier entries. Even with a couple minor stumbles, “Mass Effect 3” will likely be the game of the year.
Grade: A
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