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Post by AllyCatAttack on Feb 1, 2017 18:39:40 GMT
The downside is, I think they feel the need to do this to get sales outside of the Bioware fanbase. I'm not saying I like it, but I can understand from a marketing perspective that they probably think releasing as much information as possible might benefit them in the long run in terms of getting new players on board. A lot of people want to know as much as they can about any sort of entertainment medium before making a purchase or investing their time. I personally prefer the "less is more" approach, but I feel like I might be in the minority these days.
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Post by majesticjazz on Feb 1, 2017 20:38:31 GMT
The downside is, I think they feel the need to do this to get sales outside of the Bioware fanbase. I'm not saying I like it, but I can understand from a marketing perspective that they probably think releasing as much information as possible might benefit them in the long run in terms of getting new players on board. A lot of people want to know as much as they can about any sort of entertainment medium before making a purchase or investing their time. I personally prefer the "less is more" approach, but I feel like I might be in the minority these days. I disagree. Skyrim was a financial success and Bethesda did not have a "lets spoil everything" marketing campaign.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 1, 2017 22:14:49 GMT
I actually think they did it well this time around: they kept it vague for a time which allowed people to know about the premise of the game without being spoiled on much else beyond the presence of Milky Way races and the weaponry. Later, they began showcasing more of the game for those that wanted to know more and had differing degrees of spoiler acceptance.
See it as a train of information. People like us can step off the train when we feel we’ve seen enough of the tour and others can decide when they’ll like to step off or if they’ll like to ride the tour for the rest of the duration. Some people want to know nothing, some people want to know little, some people want to know some, some people want to a lot and some people want to know just about everything.
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Post by SilentK on Feb 2, 2017 9:30:57 GMT
Still out here trying to avoid information but wanting to read it as well.
So far I have learned the names and what some future companions look like from my twitter-feed, haven't clicked anything but it is difficult not to see pics when you scroll by. I don't want to unfollow all my BioWare-people so I gues I will live with it.
It is a strange experience hyping for a game at the same time as you try to keep all the information at arms-lenght. I do believe that I will enjoy playing it more by not knowing things in advance, but it feels rather lonely not looking at the videos that I used to see, talking with people on twitter about who I think will be the next LI and so on. Currently I don't know anything, and I like to keep it that way.
Look at my pre-ordered game every time I logg into Origin, soon it will be here and I really look forward to being able to write and read everything. Talking about missions and story.
Keeping myself busy with other hobbies as best I can. I made it this far so I can hold out a little bit longer. Whenever I am close to looking up ME:A online I just remind myself of DA:I. I had read up on absolutely everything, looked at all videos, it was all I ever talked about on forums. I read about other people and the missions they were doing just because it was social and fun. So when I finally started the game, it just felt like there was nothing left to explore. Now I am letting that game rest a bit, so I can "forget" it a bit and come back to it later. I just know too much about the things I haven't even experienced ingame.
Don't know what my balance is for having fun ingame v.s. talking about it with people on the forum. I will try to keep myself to the threads of the things I have experienced and not stray too much into the other stuff that I have yet to see. We will see what happens.
Have fun everyone!
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Post by majesticjazz on Feb 2, 2017 14:30:55 GMT
Still out here trying to avoid information but wanting to read it as well. So far I have learned the names and what some future companions look like from my twitter-feed, haven't clicked anything but it is difficult not to see pics when you scroll by. I don't want to unfollow all my BioWare-people so I gues I will live with it. It is a strange experience hyping for a game at the same time as you try to keep all the information at arms-lenght. I do believe that I will enjoy playing it more by not knowing things in advance, but it feels rather lonely not looking at the videos that I used to see, talking with people on twitter about who I think will be the next LI and so on. Currently I don't know anything, and I like to keep it that way. Look at my pre-ordered game every time I logg into Origin, soon it will be here and I really look forward to being able to write and read everything. Talking about missions and story. Keeping myself busy with other hobbies as best I can. I made it this far so I can hold out a little bit longer. Whenever I am close to looking up ME:A online I just remind myself of DA:I. I had read up on absolutely everything, looked at all videos, it was all I ever talked about on forums. I read about other people and the missions they were doing just because it was social and fun. So when I finally started the game, it just felt like there was nothing left to explore. Now I am letting that game rest a bit, so I can "forget" it a bit and come back to it later. I just know too much about the things I haven't even experienced ingame. Don't know what my balance is for having fun ingame v.s. talking about it with people on the forum. I will try to keep myself to the threads of the things I have experienced and not stray too much into the other stuff that I have yet to see. We will see what happens. Have fun everyone! One thing I did better with MEA than I did with ME1-3 was that I did not watch any of the cinematic trailers, AI briefings, or gameplay videos. So while some stuff like the name, race, and appearance of squad members, names and slight appearance of Andromeda races, and name of villain, I feel like I am going into MEA with a much fresher experience than I did with DAI and the previous ME games.
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Post by AllyCatAttack on Feb 2, 2017 16:40:11 GMT
It is a strange experience hyping for a game at the same time as you try to keep all the information at arms-lenght. I do believe that I will enjoy playing it more by not knowing things in advance, but it feels rather lonely not looking at the videos that I used to see, talking with people on twitter about who I think will be the next LI and so on. Currently I don't know anything, and I like to keep it that way. This has been a strange experience for me as well. I'm excited to get back in to the Mass Effect universe but I also want to go in not knowing too much about the story or characters. It's a bit strange because I saw my husband play a majority of ME1 (I even saw the Virmire mission) before I started playing it and it ended up being one of my favorite games. So it does feel a bit odd for me to actively avoid new information for this game. But, March 21st will be here soon!
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Post by shechinah on Feb 3, 2017 20:43:55 GMT
I do not know if this has been posted yet but I thought I'd share it here because of the forum blackout for the curious and the possible collectors. I recieved notice of it from Gamestop so I do not think it is an exclusive to the Bioware store.
The Omni-Blade Replica
"The Omni-Blade replica is made of K-Resin and includes an adjustable strap and a locking mechanism for displaying/securing the blade. The Omni-Blade also includes a display stand with the Mass Effect logo.
Dimensions: L35 x W17.5 x H10.2cm
WARNING: The Omni-Blade replica is NOT a toy. It is a weapon replica based off of in-game renderings and should only be used for display. This product is intended for ages 14 and up.
Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause female reproductive harm"
It is currently priced at $60.00 on the Bioware store site and is a pre-sale item at the moment, estimated for shipping on February 20th.
Note: I've tagged the pictures due to size, not spoilers.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 3, 2017 21:00:34 GMT
Here is the Omni-Blade Replica as avaliable at Gamestop. There is also an amusing video on the product page that showcases the omni-blade and features it in action and when I say in action, I mean in action: "I don't work weekends, you son of-"www.gamestop.com/collectibles/toys/mass-effect-omni-blade-cosplay-weapon-only-at-gamestop/138304I believe in the email I recieved, there was a discount if it was purchased alongside a copy of the game. I believe the vehicle collectibles also have a discount applied if purchased alongside a copy of the game.
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Post by SofaJockey on Feb 4, 2017 13:28:04 GMT
Sure: [x] Appearance of character bodies, including race [x] Appearance of ships, stations or vehicles, exteriors [_] Appearance of ships, stations or vehicles, interiors [x] Appearance of weapons, items, or materials [x] Appearance of planets or regions [_] Faces of characters [_] Appearance of creatures or alien flora [x] Appearance of enemy adversaries Pre-order features (3 items) - Helmented Protagonist armor (pretty)
- Multiplayer gameplay (short but informative)
- Skin for ground vehicle (pretty)
No audio commentary, just music.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 13:58:51 GMT
Sure: [x] Appearance of character bodies, including raceJust to be absolutely sure: is this squadmates or multiplayer characters? Because if the latter then hot dang, I can watch something!
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Post by majesticjazz on Feb 4, 2017 14:12:15 GMT
Sure: [x] Appearance of character bodies, including race [x] Appearance of ships, stations or vehicles, exteriors [_] Appearance of ships, stations or vehicles, interiors [x] Appearance of weapons, items, or materials [x] Appearance of planets or regions [_] Faces of characters [_] Appearance of creatures or alien flora [x] Appearance of enemy adversaries Pre-order features (3 items) - Helmented Protagonist armor (pretty)
- Multiplayer gameplay (short but informative)
- Skin for ground vehicle (pretty)
No audio commentary, just music.
Thanks I guess I will skip it.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 14:17:18 GMT
Thanks I guess I will skip it. Almost there, 'jazz, just about eight to nine weeks to go and it'll be out!
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Post by AllyCatAttack on Feb 4, 2017 14:19:44 GMT
Sure: [x] Appearance of character bodies, including raceJust to be absolutely sure: is this squadmates or multiplayer characters? Because if the latter then hot dang, I can watch something! There are a few images of the pre-order armor for the main character, but the helmet covers the face. The rest of it appears to be multiplayer and a skin for a vehicle. I say "appears" because it doesn't look like it has been officially confirmed as multiplayer, but it doesn't look like the main character or squad mate from any of the previous trailers I have seen. You can see a side view of the multiplayer characters face, but nothing clear cut as it's focusing on abilities. I made my husband watch it first and report back to me. I miss playing multiplayer and this got me excited to jump into it again.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 14:20:50 GMT
Heh, bringing the bling bling. Also, I continue to be loving dat helmet
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 14:34:36 GMT
Here is some 'shots of the pre-order bonuses as seen in-game in the trailer. I thought I might share 'em for those that might want to have a look but do not want to watch the video. I've excluded the boost pack because, well, it's a boost pack.
As these are attachments, they'll have to left-clicked or right-clicked on to be seen in their full size and quality. If it is wanted, I can provide additional screenshots that are larger in size when full-viewed without impacting the quality.
The Nomad Explorer Armor
Head shot
Action shot
Full shot
Note: The screenshots are not tagged for size but for spoilers this time around: the 'shots features the main character wearing the Deep Explorer Armor and standing on an alien world. There should be no other lifeforms but the main character visible in these specific shots.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 14:40:23 GMT
As I can only upload three attachments per post, I am making a second one for the next pre-order bonus.
The Custom Paintjob
Front shot
Side shot
Overview shot
Note: the 'shots are tagged for spoilers, not size and features the vehicle sitting still on an alien world but if you've watched the very first N7 Day trailer then you've likely seen the world in question before. No lifeforms of any kind are visible in these 'shots.
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Post by shechinah on Feb 4, 2017 18:37:06 GMT
Does anyone remember if mix and matching armor pieces have been confirmed as a possibility?
I'm hoping the Nomad Explorer armor might be a mix and match option because I think I might like to keep the helmet but switch the other parts in the set out for something else.
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Post by majesticjazz on Feb 4, 2017 22:53:26 GMT
Does anyone remember if mix and matching armor pieces have been confirmed as a possibility? I'm hoping the Nomad Explorer armor might be a mix and match option because I think I might like to keep the helmet but switch the other parts in the set out for something else. I would hope it is similar to ME2 amd ME3 where you can mix and match different armor parts. Any word on if we can customize the color and lights on our armor like ME3?
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Post by SofaJockey on Feb 5, 2017 7:06:18 GMT
Customization details have not yet emerged, to my knowledge...
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Post by SilentK on Feb 5, 2017 11:45:09 GMT
My pre-order has all the swag except for the multiplayer, it just isn't my thing Won't look at the vids since I know nothing about future enemies or locations but it is nice to just read about people getting fun news at least. Sort of hyping for the game vicariously. Completely unrelated, my husband went on a trip to the US and got me som Mass Effect loot. He got me this jacket and it looks so cool! He got me a nug as well, to keep the mabari company. Shopping for groceries just got 10% fun when I feel like a boss Soon, just wait a little bit longer. I just want to plaaaay.
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Post by AllyCatAttack on Feb 5, 2017 16:02:00 GMT
Completely unrelated, my husband went on a trip to the US and got me som Mass Effect loot. He got me this jacket and it looks so cool! He got me a nug as well, to keep the mabari company. Shopping for groceries just got 10% fun when I feel like a boss Soon, just wait a little bit longer. I just want to plaaaay. That's an awesome jacket! My husband got a similar one for me 2 years ago, it has the same asymmetrical zipper and draped hood, but it's shorter than that one.
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Post by melbella on Feb 5, 2017 23:24:37 GMT
Anybody know if there's going to be an ad for MEA during the Superbowl?
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Post by majesticjazz on Feb 5, 2017 23:31:34 GMT
Anybody know if there's going to be an ad for MEA during the Superbowl? I doubt it. However if it happens, I will quickly change the channel and not turn back for the next 60 seconds.
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