BioWare will be regularly rolling out new DLC for Mass Effect 2 via the in-game Cerberus Network.
Getting things started, Tuesday February 09 2010 Mass Effect 2 fans will be able to get the new Cerberus Assault Armor and M-22a Eviscerator Shotgun DLC fof free through the Cerberus network. It should be available for all fans, both on PC and Xbox 360 at 12:00pm Mountain Standard Time.
Cerberus Assault Armor
Cerberus assault armor is designed for shock troops, turn the tide of battle against creatures or forces that would decimate normal soldiers.
Increases heavy weapon ammo capacity by +10%
Increases shields by +10%
Increases health by +10%
M-22a Eviscerator Shotgun
The M-22a Eviscerator Shotgun is a longer-range shotgun with armor-piercing loads. This design also violates several intergalactic weapons treaties, so the M-22a is not distributed to militaries.
You can learn more about the Cerberus Assault Armor in a Arsenal update with screenshots of the armor in action at http://masseffect.bioware.com/universe/arsenal/armor/.
I don't get the point of releasing DLC for extra armour, weapons etc. It doesn't make the game any different. Extra missions, that's all I want, unless they could somehow release some sort of multiplayer mode so that I could play as some of the different characters.
They're gonna be releasing all sorts from tat like this armour to extra side missions and extra story related stuff.
I think they are just doing bit liks this so it will stay in peoples minds and to let the community know they are supporting it. I think in a month at the most you'll get extra missions.
Jolly good. I was really disappointed in the Pinnacle Station add on for the first one though, hope the stuff they release is going to be better than that!!!
The 'Umbra Visor' DLC for Mass Effect 2, previously tied in with a Dr. Pepper promotion in the US, can be downloaded by anyone as has recently been discovered.
Over at the official Dr Pepper promotional website, you have to create four individual accounts to redeem all of these codes. You'll then be redirected to an EA page where you can choose your DLC. The codes are:
•CBEEAAA41NWH
•CBEEAAAE4L9N
•CBEEAAAFQG9J
•CBEEAAAE98ZV
So at least there's one upside to BioWare decided to use the most convoluted, awkward DLC redemption system possible for Mass Effect 2.
Quote from: sambo on February 09, 2010, 08:51:56 PM
The 'Umbra Visor' DLC for Mass Effect 2, previously tied in with a Dr. Pepper promotion in the US, can be downloaded by anyone as has recently been discovered.
Over at the official Dr Pepper promotional website, you have to create four individual accounts to redeem all of these codes. You'll then be redirected to an EA page where you can choose your DLC. The codes are:
•CBEEAAA41NWH
•CBEEAAAE4L9N
•CBEEAAAFQG9J
•CBEEAAAE98ZV
So at least there's one upside to BioWare decided to use the most convoluted, awkward DLC redemption system possible for Mass Effect 2.
Thank you, sambo! I love you.
In trying to overcomplicate the redemption process, EA basically made the entire system 100% vulnerable to abuse. They should have just stuck with handing out Xbox Live redemption codes, or at least some kind of redemption code through EA.com that results in them emailing you an Xbox Live redemption code.
I ended up making a fake account for each redemption code. You don't even have to use a real email address, since there's no email confirmation required. I still dont' see the point in needing separate Dr. Pepper accounts to redeem multiple codes. If you only use one account, you have no motivation to buy more Dr. Pepper, since you can only redeem one code.
I grabbed all 3 items for Mass Effect 2. Umbra Visor, Recon Hood and Sentry Interface.
I redeemed the final 4th code for the National Outfit - Alpiner's Set for the Battlefield Heroes game.
other EA games (SHIFT, Dragon Age being the most recent) use a 20 digit code you input ingame. Unlike the 25 digit Microsoft LIVE redemption codes.
Mass Effect 2 'Firewalker' DLC coming late March, includes Hammerhead vehicle and 5 missions
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BioWare has detailed another dose of Mass Effect 2 DLC, dubbed the "Firewalker" pack. The upcoming release includes five missions featuring the Hammerhead vehicle, according to an update on the Cerberus Network page, part of the official Mass Effect site. BioWare co-founder Greg Zeschuk described the Hammerhead as a "hover tank," during a recent interview with Joystiq, adding, "It's not a wheeled vehicle, so it's going to have a bit of a different control scheme" than did the much-maligned Mako vehicle featured constantly in Mass Effect 1.
On the website, the Hammerhead is promoted as "a heavy assault vehicle that hovers over the battlefield at up to 120 kilometers per hour [75 mph] and features a guided missile system ensuring accuracy even during aggressive maneuvering." In other words, it's everything the Mako wasn't -- and it's optional.
The Firewalker DLC pack is scheduled for a "late March" release and will be accessible free of charge through the Cerberus Network in-game delivery system. Of course, nothing's really "free" when it's got Cerberus' shady name attached to it, is it, Mr. Illusive Man?
Yay to free DLC, boo to it being vehicle orientated!
Is anyone else using the dragon armour, which was a free download with a code from the special edition of Dragon Age?
It looks cool, but you are constantly wearing a helmet, which doesn't really work when he downs a drink magically through his helmet. ;D
Quote from: RedMaster11 on February 26, 2010, 10:19:08 AM
Is anyone else using the dragon armour, which was a free download with a code from the special edition of Dragon Age?
It looks cool, but you are constantly wearing a helmet, which doesn't really work when he downs a drink magically through his helmet. ;D
The "helmet" is actually a holographic energy barrier that protects against attack, but allows harmless items (like food and drink) to pass through.
I'm just f***ing with you. ;)
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it's 'magical' dragon armour
Alternate Appearance Pack
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Now available for 160 MS Points, the Alternate Appearance Pack features new outfits for Garrus, Thane, and Subject Zero.
Kasumi's Stolen Memory DLCCerberus has procured the service of Kasumi Goto, the galaxy's most enigmatic master thief. In return for her help, Kasumi has asked Shepard's help on a dangerous heist to infiltrate the vault of a deadly master criminal named Donovan Hock. Gain Kasumi's loyalty on the planet Bekenstein, where Hock is throwing a party for some of the galaxy's richest and most deranged criminal minds to recover data of great importance to Kasumi... and to the galaxy at large. Includes a new squad member, mission, weapon, research upgrade, casual outfit, and achievement.
Complete your "Dirty Dozen" team roster in April for 560 MS Points.
Doesn't the game have 1015 available Gamerscore now .... LOL
Quote from: Failed on March 24, 2010, 07:11:30 PM
Doesn't the game have 1015 available Gamerscore now .... LOL
Yep. And a lot more to follow.
Firewalker Pack Now Available
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Download the Firewalker pack and gain access to 5 new missions featuring the Hammerhead. The Hammerhead is a heavy assault vehicle that hovers over the battlefield at up to 120 kilometers per hour and features a guided missile system ensuring accuracy even during aggressive maneuvering. Free to all Cerberus Network members!
Kasumi's Stolen Memory is available today. Just in time before I complete my Insanity playthrough. I can't wait to get home! ;D
Nice ass.... Shepard, not the girl :P
I have been doing some reading up about this game, it's now at top of my rental list ;D
Quote from: Astrex on April 06, 2010, 02:16:04 PM
Nice ass....
In 100 years, BioWare will be remembered for one thing ...
Dat Ass Effect(http://www.halolz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/halolz-dot-com-masseffect2-datasseffect.jpg)
Quote from: nCogNeato on April 06, 2010, 02:54:12 PM
Quote from: Astrex on April 06, 2010, 02:16:04 PM
Nice ass....
In 100 years, BioWare will be remembered for one thing ...
Dat Ass Effect
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GOD DAMN!
SHA-WING!!! ;D
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
they modelled it on my ass, although it's not quite as pertfect as mine :P
Quote from: RedMaster11 on April 06, 2010, 03:55:47 PM
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
I'm going to see her and Adam Baldwin in July for the Chuck convention but dude she has the hottest legs ever!
and that ass has got nothing on Failed's peach :P
Quote from: Astrex on April 07, 2010, 07:34:48 AM
Quote from: RedMaster11 on April 06, 2010, 03:55:47 PM
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
I'm going to see her and Adam Baldwin in July for the Chuck convention ...
Chuck convention?!?!
Where?!?!?!
Quote from: nCogNeato on April 07, 2010, 01:29:39 PM
Quote from: Astrex on April 07, 2010, 07:34:48 AM
Quote from: RedMaster11 on April 06, 2010, 03:55:47 PM
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
I'm going to see her and Adam Baldwin in July for the Chuck convention ...
Chuck convention?!?!
Where?!?!?!
London baby!! last year Zack and Adam came to the one Birmingham but at the moment for the upcoming one in July Mr Levi isn't 100% :(
Quote from: Astrex on April 07, 2010, 01:31:24 PM
London baby!! last year Zack and Adam came to the one Birmingham but at the moment for the upcoming one in July Mr Levi isn't 100% :(
Send Yvonne and Adam my love. I hope Chuck doesn't get cancelled after this season. I don't want to have to buy anymore subs (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuck_(TV_series)#Campaign_for_series_renewal.2C_2009), but I will if I have to. ;)
I heard about the Subways thing.....
You know what's a shame over here in the UK Chuck is has a pretty big following, they should do what they for Battlestar, Give the UK season 4 then let the states have it after.
Quote from: nCogNeato on April 07, 2010, 01:29:39 PM
Quote from: Astrex on April 07, 2010, 07:34:48 AM
Quote from: RedMaster11 on April 06, 2010, 03:55:47 PM
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
I'm going to see her and Adam Baldwin in July for the Chuck convention ...
Chuck convention?!?!
Where?!?!?!
Ditto!
Details Rex, please. Where in London exactly, and when?
Quote from: Jaynestown on April 07, 2010, 02:54:19 PM
Quote from: nCogNeato on April 07, 2010, 01:29:39 PM
Quote from: Astrex on April 07, 2010, 07:34:48 AM
Quote from: RedMaster11 on April 06, 2010, 03:55:47 PM
I wonder if they modelled that on Yvonne Strahovski's ass? ;D
I'm going to see her and Adam Baldwin in July for the Chuck convention ...
Chuck convention?!?!
Where?!?!?!
Ditto!
Details Rex, please. Where in London exactly, and when?
STARFURY: T2 is your chance to meet actors from TERMINATOR: THE SARAH CONNOR CHRONICLES, CHUCK and FIREFLY in person. The event will be taking place on 11-13 June 2010 at the Thistle Hotel, Heathrow, UK.
Tickets are priced at £88.50, and can be purchased from: www.starfury.co.uk
Tickets entitle you to:
• Meet the guests IN PERSON at the autograph sessions and get one personal Item (per headline guest) signed for FREE
• The opportunity to purchase extra autographs
• The opportunity to purchase tickets to professional photo sessions with you and the guests together
• Entry to ALL guest talks, where you get to ask the guests questions IN PERSON
• Entry to dealers room full or merchandise
• A full colour souvenier convention programme
• A party each evening, which the guests are able to attend if they wish
• Much more!
Current confirmed guests are:
THOMAS DEKKER
(John Connor in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles)
YVONNE STRAHOVSKI
(Sarah Walker in Chuck)
BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN
(Derek Reese in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles / David Silver in Beverley Hills 90210)
ADAM BALDWIN
(John Casey in Chuck / Jayne Cobb in Firefly and Serenity)
BONITA FRIEDEROCY
(General Diane Beckman in Chuck)
And as a Bonus Guest:
JOHN BILLINGSLEY
(Mike Spencer in True Blood / Doctor Phlox in Enterprise)
The event will be taking place at the Thistle Hotel, Heathrow. Currently 60% of the available rooms are now taken, so if you whish to stay at the convention hotel, I would advise booking a room now. You don't have to pay a deposit, payment for the room is not required until you arrive, and you can cancel your room up to 48 hours beforehand.
Single rooms are priced at £59:50 per night, twin and double rooms are priced at £77 per night. Prices are inclusive of VAT, and are for bed & breakfast.
To book a room at the Thistle, call 0208 624 4008 or 0208 624 4010 and quote reference STAR 110610.
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Guests at this 2009's event T1 were:
ADAM BALDWIN (John Casey in Chuck, Jayne Cobb in Firefly, Marcus Hamilton in Angel)
ZACHARY LEVI (Chuck Bartowski in Chuck)
DICHEN LACHMAN (Sierra in Dollhouse)
TOM LENK (Andrew in Buffy)
MIRACLE LAURIE (Mellie in Dollhouse)
FELICIA DAY (Vi in Buffy)
GEORGES JEANTY (Buffy Season 8 comic artist)
JONATHAN WOODWARD (Holden Webster in Buffy, Knox in Angel, Tracey in Firefly)
MARK SHEPPARD (Romo Lampkin in Battlestar Galactica, Badger in Firefly)
SUMMER GLAU (River Tam in Firefly, Cameron in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles)
DOMINIC KEATING (Malcolm Reed in Enterprise)
Just grabbed that from a friends post... it should be awesome
£88.50!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh well, I'm not that bothered now :(
Quote from: Jaynestown on April 07, 2010, 03:23:48 PM
£88.50!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh well, I'm not that bothered now :(
that's including your room ;D wanna share ;)
Mass Effect 2 Equaliser Pack live
BioWare has released the Equalizer Pack downloadable content for Mass Effect 2.
Inside you'll find an Archon Visor, Capacitor Helmet and the Inferno Armor. The set costs 160 Microsoft/BioWare Points (£1.40/€1.90).
The Archon Visor reduces the time it takes Shepard to recharge his powers; The Capacitor Helmet boost shield recovery; and the Inferno Armor increases Shepard's movement speed and increases tech and biotic damage. The latter even offers a teensy boost to negotiations.
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Quote from: GamerMan316 on May 04, 2010, 04:41:28 PM
Mass Effect 2 Equaliser Pack live
Despite the fact that I am uber-gay for Mass Effect ...
No Achievements + Not Free = No Sale for old Neato.
I don't need any 'boosts' to any of my ME gear. I already beat it on Insane with the gear I started the game with. :P
Quote from: nCogNeato on May 04, 2010, 07:44:06 PM
Quote from: GamerMan316 on May 04, 2010, 04:41:28 PM
Mass Effect 2 Equaliser Pack live
Despite the fact that I am uber-gay for Mass Effect ...
No Achievements + Not Free = No Sale for old Neato.
I don't need any 'boosts' to any of my ME gear. I already beat it on Insane with the gear I started the game with. :P
No Cheevos, No sale!
Well said fella! :D
Mass Effect 2 Shadow Broker DLC dated
The next episode of Mass Effect 2 downloadable content, The Lair of the Shadow Broker, will be released on the PC and Xbox 360 on 7th September.
It'll cost 800 BioWare or Microsoft Points (£6.85 / €9.60).
The Lair of the Shadow Broker adds Mass Effect 1 starlet Liara T'Soni as a party member.
She's after the mysterious Shadow Broker, and the man he kidnapped. The DLC will take you to the "luxurious heights of Illium" and the Shadow Broker's lair.
There's also new research, five new Achievements, and the chance to continue a relationship with the Liara from the first game.
New screens are below.
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I had to give up on Mass Effect 2 got to the end on Insanity, but can not beat the Reaper and every time my controller was getting even more beaten to death.
Quote from: Quintillus on August 24, 2010, 01:43:29 PM
I had to give up on Mass Effect 2 got to the end on Insanity, but can not beat the Reaper and every time my controller was getting even more beaten to death.
It took me a while to. I had to do a lot of tweaking for my armor (faster shield recharge, increased firepower, etc.).
You also want to keep your teammates in cover & resurrect them constantly so you can spam power-combos. Especially using Biotics to take down barriers & Tech to take down shields quickly.