The hack-and-slash genre has been neglected for a few years now. Buy if you like: Medieval fantasy, swinging swords, non-RPG adventures.After delays pushed Andromeda back to an early 2017 launch, we can't wait for this one to hit PC.

The game will feature many classic Mass Effect elements, such as exploration of planets using a space ship under your character's command, the ability to play as many races and genders, and choices that impact the narrative. The game is Electronic Arts' big first half release, and developer BioWare will undoubtedly create a stunning role-playing experience using DICE's fantastic Frostbite 3 engine.Īndromeda is set 600 years after the events of Mass Effect 3 in, you guessed it, the Andromeda Galaxy. While not a direct sequel to 2012's Mass Effect 3, Andromeda will bring gamers back into the universe of the highly regarded original trilogy, complete with an all-new open world environment.

Perhaps the most hotly anticipated game of 2017 on PC, as well as consoles, is Mass Effect Andromeda.

Buy if you like: Mass Effect, BioWare RPGs, space exploration.

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