Difference between revisions of "Mass Effect: Andromeda"
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{{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Electronic Arts}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Frostbite 3 | + | {{Infobox game/row/engine|Frostbite 3}} |
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|March 21, 2017}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|March 21, 2017}} | ||
− | |steam appid = | + | |reception = |
− | |steam appid side | + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|mass-effect-andromeda|72}} |
− | |gogcom | + | {{Infobox game/row/reception|OpenCritic|1547/mass-effect-andromeda|72}} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|mass-effect-andromeda--1|73}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, Subscription gaming service }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Currency }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | ARPG, Shooter, RPG }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | Automobile }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | LGBTQ, Sci-fi, Space }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Mass Effect }} | ||
+ | |steam appid = 1238000 | ||
+ | |steam appid side = | ||
+ | |gogcom id = | ||
+ | |gogcom id side = | ||
+ | |official site= https://www.ea.com/games/mass-effect/mass-effect-andromeda | ||
+ | |hltb = 26802 | ||
+ | |igdb = <!-- Only needs to be set if there is no IGDB reception row --> | ||
+ | |lutris = mass-effecttm-andromeda | ||
+ | |mobygames = 85797 | ||
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
|wikipedia = Mass Effect: Andromeda | |wikipedia = Mass Effect: Andromeda | ||
− | |winehq = | + | |winehq = 19013 |
+ | |license = commercial | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Introduction | ||
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | |||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/1238000/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] |
− | |||
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Origin | | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Origin | Only comes with a download code on PC. | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B01H0LFT5W | Origin | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon.com | B01H0LFT5W | Origin | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Amazon.co.uk | B01I64BOPQ | Origin | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Amazon.co.uk | B01I64BOPQ | Origin | | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | / | Microsoft Store, Origin | Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with {{Store feature|Xbox Game Pass}} as part of its version of EA Play. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| Origin | mass-effect/mass-effect-andromeda | Origin | Deluxe Edition also available, included with {{store feature|EA Play}}.<br>[https://www.ea.com/games/mass-effect/mass-effect-andromeda/buy/pc Manual link for EA App purchase]. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| GMG | mass-effect-andromeda | Origin | | | + | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1238000 | Steam, Origin | Deluxe Edition. Included with {{store feature|EA Play}}. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 3161-1 | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| GMG | mass-effect-andromeda-pc | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Humble | mass-effect-andromeda | Origin | | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin}}. | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} {{removed DRM|Denuvo Anti-Tamper}} was removed from the game with 1.09 patch.<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.dsogaming.com/news/bioware-has-removed-denuvo-from-mass-effect-andromeda/|title=Bioware has removed the Denuvo anti-tamper tech from Mass Effect: Andromeda | DSOGaming | The Dark Side Of Gaming|date=2017-07-30}}</ref> |
− | + | ||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |cross-game bonus = | ||
+ | |dlc = | ||
+ | |expansion pack = | ||
+ | |freeware = | ||
+ | |free-to-play = | ||
+ | |one-time game purchase = The game requires an upfront purchase to access. | ||
+ | |sponsored = | ||
+ | |subscription = | ||
+ | |subscription gaming service = Available via [[EA Play]]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Deep Space Pack | | + | {{DLC/row| Deep Space Pack | Originally a pre-order bonus. Included in Deluxe edition. | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| | + | {{DLC/row| Multiplayer Deluxe Launch Pack | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Deluxe | + | {{DLC/row| Multiplayer Super Deluxe Booster Packs | Included in Super Deluxe edition. | Windows }} |
+ | {{DLC/row| Pathfinder Casual Outfit | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Pathfinder Elite Weapon Set (4) | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Pet Pyjak (Monkey) | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{DLC/row| Scavenger Armor | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffectandromeda/mods/541/ | + | ===Skip intro videos=== |
− | {{++}} Fixes bugs not resolved by the game's final patch | + | {{ii}} See [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffectandromeda/mods/439 Skip Bioware Logo] mod. Requires [[#Frosty Mod Manager|Frosty Mod Manager]]. |
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffectandromeda/mods/541/ MEA Fixpack]=== | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes bugs not resolved by the game's final patch. Requires [[#Frosty Mod Manager|Frosty Mod Manager]]. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Save\}} |
+ | {{Game data/config|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/ | + | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Save\}} |
+ | {{Game data/saves|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} Screenshots are stored in | + | {{ii}} Screenshots are stored in {{folder|{{P|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Screenshots\}} |
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |gog galaxy | + | |discord = |
− | |gog galaxy notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |origin | + | |epic games launcher = |
− | |origin notes | + | |epic games launcher notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |gog galaxy = |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
− | | | + | |origin = true |
− | | | + | |origin notes = |
− | |xbox cloud | + | |steam cloud = false |
− | |xbox cloud notes | + | |steam cloud notes = |
+ | |ubisoft connect = | ||
+ | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = unknown | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda video output.png|Video Output settings}} | {{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda video output.png|Video Output settings}} | ||
{{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda graphics.png|Graphics settings}} | {{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda graphics.png|Graphics settings}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/mass-effect-andromeda/en |
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = silver | |multimonitor wsgf award = silver | ||
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|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
|widescreen resolution notes= | |widescreen resolution notes= | ||
− | |multimonitor = | + | |multimonitor = limited |
− | |multimonitor notes = Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the [ | + | |multimonitor notes = Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the [https://www.wsgf.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=169361#p169361 WSGF topic]). |
− | |ultrawidescreen = | + | |ultrawidescreen = limited |
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the [ | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the [https://www.wsgf.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?p=169361#p169361 WSGF topic]). |
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
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|anisotropic notes = Appears to be turned on by default. If not see [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | |anisotropic notes = Appears to be turned on by default. If not see [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]. | ||
|antialiasing = true | |antialiasing = true | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]], [[TAA]] | + | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]], [[TAA]]. |
+ | |upscaling = false | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = true | |vsync = true | ||
|vsync notes = | |vsync notes = | ||
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|120 fps notes = | |120 fps notes = | ||
|hdr = true | |hdr = true | ||
− | |hdr notes = | + | |hdr notes = Supported via driver-API; thus also available on Windows <10. Also supports Dolby Vision. |
+ | |ray tracing = false | ||
+ | |ray tracing notes = | ||
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
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===[[Glossary:Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit config file|ref=<ref name="Blackbird_20170323">{{Refcheck|user=Blackbird|date=2017-03-23|comment=}}</ref>|fix= |
− | |||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open {{file|ProfOpts_profile}} in text editor. | # Open {{file|ProfOpts_profile}} in text editor. | ||
# Set this value <code>GstRender.AnisotropicFilter 4</code> | # Set this value <code>GstRender.AnisotropicFilter 4</code> | ||
− | # Save the file | + | # Save the file. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
{{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda controls.png|Controls settings}} | {{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda controls.png|Controls settings}} | ||
{{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda remap.png|Bindings settings}} | {{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda remap.png|Bindings settings}} | ||
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = | |key remap notes = | ||
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|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = | |invert mouse y-axis notes = | ||
+ | |touchscreen = unknown | ||
+ | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
|controller support notes = | |controller support notes = | ||
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|invert controller y-axis = true | |invert controller y-axis = true | ||
|invert controller y-axis notes= | |invert controller y-axis notes= | ||
− | | | + | |xinput controllers = true |
− | | | + | |xinput controllers notes = |
− | |button prompts | + | |xbox prompts = true |
− | |button prompts notes | + | |xbox prompts notes = |
+ | |impulse triggers = false | ||
+ | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 = hackable | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 notes = See [[Controller:DualShock 4|DualShock 4]] or [[Controller:DualSense|DualSense]]. | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts = hackable | ||
+ | |dualshock prompts notes = Use [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffectandromeda/mods/595 PlayStation UI Buttons mod]. | ||
+ | |light bar support = false | ||
+ | |light bar support notes = | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
+ | |dualshock 4 modes notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers= unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion controllers notes = | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
+ | |other controllers = unknown | ||
+ | |other controllers notes = | ||
+ | |other button prompts = unknown | ||
+ | |other button prompts notes= | ||
|controller hotplug = true | |controller hotplug = true | ||
|controller hotplug notes = | |controller hotplug notes = | ||
|haptic feedback = true | |haptic feedback = true | ||
|haptic feedback notes = | |haptic feedback notes = | ||
− | | | + | |simultaneous input = true |
− | | | + | |simultaneous input notes = |
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda audio.png|Audio settings}} | {{Image|Mass Effect Andromeda audio.png|Audio settings}} | ||
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
− | |separate volume notes = See [[#Volume is too low| | + | |separate volume notes = See [[#Volume is too low|Volume is too low]]. |
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = | + | |surround sound notes = Also supports Dolby Atmos.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.dolby.com/us/en/categories/games.html|title=Games in Dolby|date=2020-02-16}}</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
|eax support notes = | |eax support notes = | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = always on | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = An exception is the credits track "Under Stars" by AURORA. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = French | |language = French | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = German | |language = German | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = true |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Italian | |language = Italian | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Polish | |language = Polish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
+ | |notes = | ||
+ | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Russian | |language = Russian | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = Spanish | |language = Spanish | ||
− | |interface = | + | |interface = true |
− | |audio = | + | |audio = false |
− | |subtitles = | + | |subtitles = true |
|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|iz3d = unknown | |iz3d = unknown | ||
|iz3d notes = | |iz3d notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = true | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D,Z3D,DirectVR | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = Officially supported game, see [https://www.vorpx.com/supported-games/ official vorpx game list]. | ||
|htc vive = | |htc vive = | ||
|htc vive notes = | |htc vive notes = | ||
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|osvr = | |osvr = | ||
|osvr notes = | |osvr notes = | ||
− | |||
− | |||
|keyboard-mouse = | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
|keyboard-mouse notes = | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
− | |3rd space gaming vest = | + | |3rd space gaming vest = true |
|3rd space gaming vest notes = | |3rd space gaming vest notes = | ||
|novint falcon = | |novint falcon = | ||
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|trackir = | |trackir = | ||
|trackir notes = | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
|play area seated = | |play area seated = | ||
|play area seated notes = | |play area seated notes = | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
===Mouse cursor permanently visible and stuck at center of screen when not in use=== | ===Mouse cursor permanently visible and stuck at center of screen when not in use=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Disable cursor warp|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AstralStorm|date=2013-01-21}}</ref>|fix= |
− | + | {{--}} Make sure to use SpecialK version 22.8.3 or older, as newer versions up to and including 23.1.3 crash on launch. For fullscreen mode (required for native HDR), the last version known to work is 22.4.9.1. | |
− | # Install Special K by following the [ | + | |
+ | # Install Special K by following the [https://wiki.special-k.info/SpecialK/Local Special K Local installation]. | ||
# Start the game and press {{key|Ctrl|Shift|Backspace}} to toggle Special K's Control Panel. | # Start the game and press {{key|Ctrl|Shift|Backspace}} to toggle Special K's Control Panel. | ||
# Confirm that "No Warp (cursor visible)" is enabled under "Input Management". | # Confirm that "No Warp (cursor visible)" is enabled under "Input Management". | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Use [https://github.com/jaryn-kubik/MEAFix/releases Mass Effect Andromeda cursor fix]|ref={{cn|date=January 2018}}}} | ||
===Volume is too low=== | ===Volume is too low=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Edit config file|ref=<ref name="Blackbird_20170323"/>|fix= |
− | |||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open {{file|ProfOpts_profile}} in text editor. | # Open {{file|ProfOpts_profile}} in text editor. | ||
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===While using a controller, the right stick causes the camera to pan down while moving=== | ===While using a controller, the right stick causes the camera to pan down while moving=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox| | + | {{Fixbox|description=Close Steam client background process|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://answers.ea.com/t5/Technical-Issues/Strange-controller-issue-on-PC-Left-stick-moves-camera-in/td-p/5943722|title=answers.ea.com - Strange controller issue on PC- Left stick moves camera in addition to movement - Answer HQ|date=2017-08-14}}</ref>|fix= |
− | |||
#Exit to desktop. | #Exit to desktop. | ||
#Open Task Manager. | #Open Task Manager. | ||
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|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
+ | |wing = | ||
+ | |wing notes = | ||
|opengl versions = | |opengl versions = | ||
|opengl notes = | |opengl notes = | ||
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|metal support = | |metal support = | ||
|metal support notes = | |metal support notes = | ||
− | |vulkan | + | |vulkan versions = |
− | |vulkan | + | |vulkan notes = |
|dos modes = | |dos modes = | ||
|dos modes notes = | |dos modes notes = | ||
|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = false |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = true |
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= unknown | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | === | + | ===Mod Manager=== |
− | + | ====[https://github.com/CadeEvs/FrostyToolsuite/releases/ Frosty Mod Manager]==== | |
− | + | {{ii}} Mod manager compatible with almost all of [[Engine:Frostbite 3|Frostbite]] engine games. | |
− | |||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
− | |||
{{System requirements | {{System requirements | ||
|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
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|recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | |recGPU = Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | ||
|recGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 480 | |recGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 480 | ||
− | |recVRAM = 3 | + | |recVRAM = 3 GB (Nvidia), 4 GB (AMD) |
+ | |notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{References}} | {{References}} |
Revision as of 03:22, 2 December 2023
Developers | |
---|---|
BioWare | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Frostbite 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 21, 2017 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 72 |
OpenCritic | 72 |
IGDB | 73 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Subscription gaming service |
Microtransactions | Currency |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | ARPG, Shooter, RPG |
Vehicles | Automobile |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | LGBTQ, Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Mass Effect |
Mass Effect | |
---|---|
Mass Effect | 2008 |
Mass Effect 2 | 2010 |
Mass Effect 3 | 2012 |
Mass Effect: Andromeda | 2017 |
Mass Effect Legendary Edition | 2021 |
Mass Effect: Andromeda is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person ARPG, shooter and RPG game in the Mass Effect series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | Only comes with a download code on PC. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Amazon.co.uk | ||||
Microsoft Store | Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with Xbox Game Pass for PC as part of its version of EA Play. | |||
Origin | Deluxe Edition also available, included with EA Play. Manual link for EA App purchase. |
|||
Steam | Deluxe Edition. Included with EA Play (Steam). | |||
(unavailable) | ||||
Green Man Gaming (unavailable) | ||||
Humble Store (unavailable) |
- All versions require Origin DRM.
- Denuvo Anti-Tamper DRM was removed from the game with 1.09 patch.[1]
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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One-time game purchase | The game requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Subscription gaming service | Available via EA Play. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Deep Space Pack | Originally a pre-order bonus. Included in Deluxe edition. | |
Multiplayer Deluxe Launch Pack | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | |
Multiplayer Super Deluxe Booster Packs | Included in Super Deluxe edition. | |
Pathfinder Casual Outfit | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | |
Pathfinder Elite Weapon Set (4) | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | |
Pet Pyjak (Monkey) | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. | |
Scavenger Armor | Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions. |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
- See Skip Bioware Logo mod. Requires Frosty Mod Manager.
MEA Fixpack
- Fixes bugs not resolved by the game's final patch. Requires Frosty Mod Manager.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Save\ |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1238000/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Save\ |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1238000/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Screenshots are stored in
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect Andromeda\Screenshots\
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Origin | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud | ||
Xbox Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the WSGF topic). | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Cutscenes are pillarboxed to 16:9 (see the WSGF topic). | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Appears to be turned on by default. If not see Anisotropic filtering (AF). | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA, TAA. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | Supported via driver-API; thus also available on Windows <10. Also supports Dolby Vision. | ||
Ray tracing (RT) |
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Edit config file[2] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | Presets only. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | See Volume is too low. | |
Surround sound | Also supports Dolby Atmos.[3] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio | An exception is the credits track "Under Stars" by AURORA. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 4 | Co-op |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | [4] | |
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Mass Effect Andromeda (Partial-Fix). | ||
vorpX | G3D, Z3D, DirectVR Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Devices | |||
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3RD Space Gaming Vest |
Issues fixed
Mouse cursor permanently visible and stuck at center of screen when not in use
Disable cursor warp[5] |
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Use Mass Effect Andromeda cursor fix[citation needed] |
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Volume is too low
Edit config file[2] |
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GstAudio.Master_Volume 1.000000 GstAudio.Volume_Music 1.000000 GstAudio.Volume_SFX 1.000000 GstAudio.Volume_VO 1.000000
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While using a controller, the right stick causes the camera to pan down while moving
Close Steam client background process[6] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 11 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Mod Manager
Frosty Mod Manager
- Mod manager compatible with almost all of Frostbite engine games.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 | 8.1, 10 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-3570 AMD FX-6350 |
Intel Core i7-4790 AMD FX-8350 |
System memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 55 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 AMD Radeon HD 7850 2 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 AMD Radeon RX 480 3 GB (Nvidia), 4 GB (AMD) of VRAM |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (1238000) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Bioware has removed the Denuvo anti-tamper tech from Mass Effect: Andromeda - last accessed on 2017-07-30
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Verified by User:Blackbird on 2017-03-23
- ↑ Games in Dolby - last accessed on 2020-02-16
- ↑ Fernando Melo on Twitter: "@tibermoon @Tinkham11 crossplay not in the current plans, sorry. and mp is peer to peer (same as me3)" - last accessed on 2017-01-30
- ↑ Verified by User:AstralStorm on 2013-01-21
- ↑ answers.ea.com - Strange controller issue on PC- Left stick moves camera in addition to movement - Answer HQ - last accessed on 2017-08-14