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{{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|mass-effect-3|91}} | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|mass-effect-3|91}} | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | DLC }} | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Cross-game bonus, Subscription gaming service }} |
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Currency, Loot box}} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | Currency, Loot box}} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer }} | ||
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|official site= https://www.ea.com/games/mass-effect/mass-effect-3 | |official site= https://www.ea.com/games/mass-effect/mass-effect-3 | ||
|hltb = 5707 | |hltb = 5707 | ||
+ | |lutris = mass-effect-3 | ||
|strategywiki = Mass Effect 3 | |strategywiki = Mass Effect 3 | ||
|mobygames = mass-effect-3 | |mobygames = mass-effect-3 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | + | {{Introduction | |
− | {{ | + | |introduction = |
+ | |||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
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{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Origin | Executable on disk contains {{Removed DRM|SecuROM}} Release Control | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Origin | Executable on disk contains {{Removed DRM|SecuROM}} Release Control | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Origin | mass-effect/mass-effect-3 | Origin | Included with {{Store feature| | + | {{Availability/row| Epic Games Store | mass-effect-3-n7-digital-deluxe-edition-4ef6ed | EGS, Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. | | Windows }} |
+ | {{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9NQJCGMK9VVD| Microsoft Store, Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with {{Store feature|Xbox Game Pass}} as part of its version of EA Play. | | Windows }} | ||
+ | {{Availability/row| Origin | mass-effect/mass-effect-3 | Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included with {{Store feature|EA Play}}. Digital Deluxe also available. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Steam | 1238020 | Steam, Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included with {{store feature|EA Play}}. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1238020 | Steam, Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included with {{store feature|EA Play}}. | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1581-3 | Origin | Mass Effect Trilogy. Includes [[Mass Effect]] and [[Mass Effect 2]]. | | Windows | unavailable }} | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1581-3 | Origin | Mass Effect Trilogy. Includes [[Mass Effect]] and [[Mass Effect 2]]. | | Windows | unavailable }} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Origin}}. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Version differences=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The '''N7 Digital Deluxe Edition''' includes the base game, all DLC (singleplayer and multiplayer) and digital goodies (soundtrack, artbook, *Genesis 2* comic). | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Monetization== | ||
+ | {{ii}} DLC can be downloaded through Origin by right-clicking Mass Effect 3 and selecting '''View Game Details'''. The Final Hours Of Mass Effect 3, soundtrack, and artbook can be downloaded for free from [https://www.ea.com/games/ea-downloadable-extras this EA page]. | ||
+ | {{++}} All DLC is free on Origin/EA Desktop as of July 13, 2022.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.pcgamer.com/ea-kills-off-bioware-points-making-old-mass-effect-and-dragon-age-dlc-free/|title=PC Gamer - EA kills off BioWare Points, making old Mass Effect and Dragon Age DLC free|date=2022-07-14}}</ref> The DLC Bundle is free as of August 15, 2022. Steam later followed in May 5, 2023. | ||
+ | {{--}} This game has in-game microtransactions (not listed below). | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Monetization | ||
+ | |ad-supported = | ||
+ | |cross-game bonus = Owning [[Battlefield 3]] on EA App will unlock a multiplayer character class. | ||
+ | |dlc = The DLC includes story missions and items. | ||
+ | |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| Alternate Appearance Pack 1 | | Windows }} | |
− | + | {{DLC/row| Citadel | | Windows }} | |
− | + | {{DLC/row| Earth Multiplayer Expansion | Free | Windows }} | |
− | + | {{DLC/row| Extended Cut | Free | Windows }} | |
− | {{DLC/row| Alternate Appearance Pack 1 | | + | {{DLC/row| Firefight Pack | | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Citadel | | + | {{DLC/row| From Ashes | Included in Digital Deluxe | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Earth Multiplayer Expansion | Free | + | {{DLC/row| Genesis 2 | | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Extended Cut | Free | + | {{DLC/row| Groundside Resistance Pack | | Windows }} |
− | + | {{DLC/row| Leviathan | | Windows }} | |
− | {{DLC/row| Firefight Pack | | ||
− | {{DLC/row| From Ashes | Included in Digital Deluxe | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Genesis 2 | | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Groundside Resistance Pack | | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Leviathan | | ||
{{DLC/row| M90 Indra Sniper Rifle | Redeemable through Alienware Promo or Included with Firefight Pack | Windows }} | {{DLC/row| M90 Indra Sniper Rifle | Redeemable through Alienware Promo or Included with Firefight Pack | Windows }} | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Mass | + | {{DLC/row| Mass Effect Trilogy Art | Included in Mass Effect Trilogy bundle | Windows }} |
− | + | {{DLC/row| N7 Collector's Edition Content | Included in Digital Deluxe | Windows }} | |
− | + | {{DLC/row| Omega | | Windows }} | |
− | {{DLC/row| N7 Collector's Edition | + | {{DLC/row| Reckoner Knight Armor | Originally able to be obtained by logging in to account in [[Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning]] demo<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.ign.com/wikis/mass-effect-3/Kingdoms_of_Amalur_Crossover_Content|title=Kingdoms of Amalur Crossover Content - Mass Effect 3 Wiki Guide - IGN|date=2016-8-30}}</ref> (The demo is still available on [https://steamdb.info/app/203970/ Steam] but the servers are shut down) | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Omega | | + | {{DLC/row| Reckoning Multiplayer Expansion | Free | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Reckoner Knight Armor | | + | {{DLC/row| Rebellion Multiplayer Expansion | Free | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Reckoning Multiplayer Expansion | Free | + | {{DLC/row| Resurgence Multiplayer Expansion | Free | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Rebellion Multiplayer Expansion | Free | + | {{DLC/row| Retaliation Multiplayer Expansion | Free | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| Resurgence Multiplayer Expansion | Free | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Retaliation Multiplayer Expansion | Free | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>-nostartupmovies</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Blackbird|date=2016-11-02|comment=Makes the game skip right to '''Press any key to continue'''}}</ref>}} | {{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>-nostartupmovies</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Blackbird|date=2016-11-02|comment=Makes the game skip right to '''Press any key to continue'''}}</ref>}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Modify ME3_sig_logo in bioengine.ini|ref=<ref>[ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Modify ME3_sig_logo in bioengine.ini|ref=<ref>[https://masseffect.fandom.com/wiki/PC_Tweaks_(Mass_Effect_3)#Disable_the_intro_movie_.28EA_logo.29 PC Tweaks (Mass Effect 3) - Mass Effect Wiki]</ref>|fix= |
# Download and run [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/ ME3 Coalesced Utility]. | # Download and run [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/ ME3 Coalesced Utility]. | ||
− | # In the utility open | + | # In the utility, open {{file|Coalesced.bin}} from {{folder|{{p|game}}\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole}}> |
# Go to the <code>bioengine.ini > fullscreenmovie > startupmovies</code> section. | # Go to the <code>bioengine.ini > fullscreenmovie > startupmovies</code> section. | ||
# Add a semicolon in front of the <code>ME3_sig_logo</code> line like so: <code>;ME3_sig_logo</code> | # Add a semicolon in front of the <code>ME3_sig_logo</code> line like so: <code>;ME3_sig_logo</code> | ||
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===Bug Fixes=== | ===Bug Fixes=== | ||
− | + | ====[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/974 Unofficial Mass Effect 3 Patch]==== | |
− | {{ii}} [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/691 Project Variety] A major bug fix and overhaul mod. | + | {{ii}} Various bug fixes, visual corrections and QoL improvements for Mass Effect 3. |
− | {{ | + | {{++}} Also fixed the Ashley Marksman bug. |
+ | {{ii}} May have cause performance issue for low-end hardware.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/974?tab=posts|title=|date=2023-07-14}}</ref> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/439 Interface Scaling Mod]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Scales up PC platform-specific HUD elements to the size they were on consoles, which is natively set to 720p. | ||
+ | {{++}} Works both in singleplayer and multiplayer. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/691 Project Variety]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A major bug fix and overhaul mod. | ||
+ | {{++}} Compatible with numerous mods. See [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/articles/131 here.] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====[https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/927 True Ashley Marksman Fix]==== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Fix for Ashley when using the Marksman Skill. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Not required if UME3P & Fix Pack is installed, but can still be used. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\}} | ||
+ | {{Game data/config|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\Save\}} | {{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\Save\}} | ||
+ | {{Game data/saves|Microsoft Store|}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
+ | {{ii}} DLC files are saved in {{folder|{{P|game}}\BIOGame\DLC}}; an explanation of the folder names and which DLC they represent can be found [https://me3explorer.fandom.com/wiki/DLC_Content#Mass_Effect_3 here]. | ||
+ | {{++}} Mass Effect 3 can optionally import save games from [[Mass Effect 2]], which in turn can import save games from [[Mass Effect]]. | ||
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
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|discord = | |discord = | ||
|discord notes = | |discord notes = | ||
− | |epic games launcher = | + | |epic games launcher = false |
|epic games launcher notes = | |epic games launcher notes = | ||
|gog galaxy = | |gog galaxy = | ||
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|ubisoft connect = | |ubisoft connect = | ||
|ubisoft connect notes = | |ubisoft connect notes = | ||
− | |xbox cloud = | + | |xbox cloud = unknown |
|xbox cloud notes = | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Video== | ==Video== | ||
− | + | {{Image|Mass Effect 3 General.png|In-game general settings.}} | |
+ | {{Image|Mass Effect 3 Narrative.png|In-game narrative settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Mass Effect 3 Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | {{Image|Mass Effect 3 Video.png|In-game video settings.}} | ||
{{Video | {{Video | ||
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|multimonitor notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | |multimonitor notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. | ||
|ultrawidescreen = hackable | |ultrawidescreen = hackable | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]<ref> | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMiYtAWSmqY|title=How to fix games for 21:9 Ultrawide Gaming - Mass Effect 3, Ori and the Blind Forest, GoT, Fallout 4 - YouTube|date=May 2023}}</ref> or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer]. |
|4k ultra hd = limited | |4k ultra hd = limited | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = {{Term|Vert-}}, use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer], and [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/439 Interface Scaling Mod]. | |4k ultra hd notes = {{Term|Vert-}}, use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen] or [https://github.com/dlrudie/WidescreenFixer/releases Widescreen Fixer], and [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/439 Interface Scaling Mod]. | ||
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|antialiasing = limited | |antialiasing = limited | ||
|antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]] only. For other options see [[#Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]. | |antialiasing notes = [[FXAA]] only. For other options see [[#Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]. | ||
+ | |upscaling = unknown | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = always on | |vsync = always on | ||
|vsync notes = Forced on by default. To disable see [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | |vsync notes = Forced on by default. To disable see [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | ||
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
− | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = Cutscenes are capped at 30FPS. |
− | |120 fps = | + | |120 fps = hackable |
− | |120 fps notes = See [[#High frame rate | + | |120 fps notes = See [[#High frame rate|High frame rate]]. |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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{{--}} Widescreen Fixer affects FOV during cutscenes. | {{--}} Widescreen Fixer affects FOV during cutscenes. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Set camera FOV (doesn't affect cutscenes)|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Set camera FOV (doesn't affect cutscenes)|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://hamstergene.github.io/posts/2012-11-27-fixing-mass-effect-fov/|title=How to actually fix FOV in Mass Effect · Eugene Homyakov|date=9 June 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download and run [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/ ME3 Coalesced Utility]. | # Download and run [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/ ME3 Coalesced Utility]. | ||
− | # In the utility open | + | # In the utility, open {{file|Coalesced.bin}} from {{folder|{{p|game}}\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole}}. |
# Go to the <code>bioinput.ini > sfxgame > sfxgamemodedefault > bindings</code> section. | # Go to the <code>bioinput.ini > sfxgame > sfxgamemodedefault > bindings</code> section. | ||
# Add this custom binding via empty line at the bottom of bindings list. <pre>( Name="F1", Command="set SFXGame.SFXCameraMode FOV 90" )</pre> | # Add this custom binding via empty line at the bottom of bindings list. <pre>( Name="F1", Command="set SFXGame.SFXCameraMode FOV 90" )</pre> | ||
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{{++}} Works with Mass Effect 1 and Mass Effect 2 | {{++}} Works with Mass Effect 1 and Mass Effect 2 | ||
{{--}} 16:9 only{{CN|Non-16:9 aspect ratios are untested and could be possibly buggy}} | {{--}} 16:9 only{{CN|Non-16:9 aspect ratios are untested and could be possibly buggy}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|High frame rate]]=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Change frame rate smoothing|ref={{cn|2024-04-06}}|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
+ | # Open {{file|GamerSettings.ini}}. | ||
+ | # Under <code>[SystemSettings]</code>, add the line <code>SmoothFrameRate=FALSE</code>. | ||
+ | # Or, add the line <code>SmoothFrameRate=TRUE</code>, and the line <code>MaxSmoothedFrameRate=XXX</code> (XXX = Your desired frame rate limit). | ||
+ | # Save file. | ||
+ | {{ii}} For more information, see the [[Engine:Unreal Engine 3#Smoothed frame rate|Unreal Engine 3 page]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{ii}}High FPS affects the following: | ||
+ | * enemy AI will be more accurate | ||
+ | * shields will regenerate slower | ||
+ | * powers can not be used from cover, requiring the player to lean out manually | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|haptic feedback = hackable | |haptic feedback = hackable | ||
|haptic feedback notes = See [[#Controller support|Controller support]]. | |haptic feedback notes = See [[#Controller support|Controller support]]. | ||
− | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = hackable |
− | |simultaneous input notes = | + | |simultaneous input notes = See [[#Simultaneous mouse and joystick support|Simultaneous mouse and joystick support]] |
}} | }} | ||
===[[Controller|Controller support]]=== | ===[[Controller|Controller support]]=== | ||
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− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Native Xbox 360 UI Controller Support|fix= | |
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− | + | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/407 Singleplayer] | |
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/374 Multiplayer] | ||
+ | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Barebones controller support|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150916043841/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/270412-hacking-in-gamepad-support-on-pc-coalescedbin/page-2|title=Hacking in gamepad support on PC - Coalesced.bin - The BioWare Forum|date=2016-8-17}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Barebones controller support|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150916043841/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/270412-hacking-in-gamepad-support-on-pc-coalescedbin/page-2|title=Hacking in gamepad support on PC - Coalesced.bin - The BioWare Forum|date=2016-8-17}}</ref>|fix= | ||
# Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/30-mass-effect-3-xbox-360-controller-support/ replacement Coalesced.bin]. | # Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/30-mass-effect-3-xbox-360-controller-support/ replacement Coalesced.bin]. | ||
− | # Move it to | + | # Move it to {{folder|{{p|game}}\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole}}, replacing the existing file. |
− | # Connect | + | # Connect the controller and launch Mass Effect 3. The controller should now work. |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{--}} The mouse is still required in menus and conversations. | {{--}} The mouse is still required in menus and conversations. | ||
− | {{ii}} If | + | {{ii}} If other changes were made to {{file|Coalesced.bin}}, they will need to be redone. |
− | {{ii}} This method should not be mixed with the native controller mods, it will break them. | + | {{ii}} This method should not be mixed with the native controller mods, as it will break them. |
}} | }} | ||
− | ===[[Controller|Simultaneous | + | ===[[Controller|Simultaneous mouse and joystick support]]=== |
{{Fixbox|description=Enable joystick move to be used with mouse|ref=<ref>https://masseffect.fandom.com/wiki/PC_Tweaks_(Mass_Effect_3)</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Enable joystick move to be used with mouse|ref=<ref>https://masseffect.fandom.com/wiki/PC_Tweaks_(Mass_Effect_3)</ref>|fix= | ||
# Download [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility// ME3-Coalesced Utility]. | # Download [http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility// ME3-Coalesced Utility]. | ||
− | # | + | # In the utility, open {{file|Coalesced.bin}} from {{folder|{{p|game}}\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole}}. |
− | # Go to [Bioengine.ini > winDrv > windowsClient] and then change allowjoystickInput | + | # Go to {{code|[Bioengine.ini > winDrv > windowsClient]}} and then change {{code|allowjoystickInput}} from 0 to 1. |
− | + | # Go to {{code|[bioinput.ini > SFXGame > SFXGameModeBase > Bindings]}} and paste in the following, and then save and exit program: | |
− | # Go to [bioinput.ini > SFXGame > SFXGameModeBase > Bindings] and paste in the following, and then save and exit program: | ||
<pre>( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftX",Command="Axis aStrafe Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") | <pre>( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftX",Command="Axis aStrafe Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") | ||
( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftY",Command="Axis aBaseY Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") | ( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftY",Command="Axis aBaseY Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") | ||
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|separate volume notes = | |separate volume notes = | ||
|surround sound = true | |surround sound = true | ||
− | |surround sound notes = 5.0<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150619170154/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/120614-can-me1-and-me2-support-71-surround-sound/?p=6505068|title=Can ME1 and ME2 support 7.1 surround sound? - The BioWare Forum|date=2016-8-17}}</ref><ref> | + | |surround sound notes = 5.0<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150619170154/http://forum.bioware.com/topic/120614-can-me1-and-me2-support-71-surround-sound/?p=6505068|title=Can ME1 and ME2 support 7.1 surround sound? - The BioWare Forum|date=2016-8-17}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> |
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
|subtitles notes = | |subtitles notes = | ||
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|eax support = hackable | |eax support = hackable | ||
|eax support notes = See ''Surround sound notes''. | |eax support notes = See ''Surround sound notes''. | ||
+ | |royalty free audio = false | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = Combination of original and licensed music. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = [https://tribogamer.com/traducoes/323_traducao-do-mass-effect-3-para-portugues-do-brasil.html Translation.] | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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==Issues unresolved== | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
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==="Tuchanka: Turian Platoon" mission doesn't progress in the last section=== | ==="Tuchanka: Turian Platoon" mission doesn't progress in the last section=== | ||
{{--}} If the two Harvester enemies are killed before they should be then the one in the last section of the mission will never appear causing the mission to be stuck<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/995452-mass-effect-3/62164592|title=Anyone having problems with Tuchanka: Turian Platoon? I need help. - Mass Effect 3|date=2020-12-26}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://fextralife.com/forums/t500712/tuchanka--turian-platoon--bug/|title=Fextralife View topic - Tuchanka - Turian Platoon - Bug|date=2020-12-26}}</ref> | {{--}} If the two Harvester enemies are killed before they should be then the one in the last section of the mission will never appear causing the mission to be stuck<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/995452-mass-effect-3/62164592|title=Anyone having problems with Tuchanka: Turian Platoon? I need help. - Mass Effect 3|date=2020-12-26}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://fextralife.com/forums/t500712/tuchanka--turian-platoon--bug/|title=Fextralife View topic - Tuchanka - Turian Platoon - Bug|date=2020-12-26}}</ref> | ||
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==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
{{ii}} GeForce.com has created a [http://www.geforce.com/Optimize/Guides/mass-effect-3-tweak-guide#1 comprehensive guide] for fixing issues in this game. | {{ii}} GeForce.com has created a [http://www.geforce.com/Optimize/Guides/mass-effect-3-tweak-guide#1 comprehensive guide] for fixing issues in this game. | ||
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* Only the intro plays | * Only the intro plays | ||
− | Try the fix MSVCR90.dll error fix below. | + | Try the fix for the MSVCR90.dll error fix below. |
====Startup MSVCR90.dll error==== | ====Startup MSVCR90.dll error==== | ||
− | The game crashes with an error | + | The game crashes with an error regarding {{file|MSVCR90.dll}}. Although this indicates a problem with VC++, the cause can also be corrupt saves/settings. |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Check for corrupt saves/settings|ref=<ref>https://answers.ea.com/t5/Mass-Effect-3/Mass-Effect-3-crashes-on-start/m-p/5608426/highlight/true#M22589</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Check for corrupt saves/settings|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://answers.ea.com/t5/Mass-Effect-3/Mass-Effect-3-crashes-on-start/m-p/5608426/highlight/true#M22589|title=answers.ea.com|date=9 June 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Bioware}}. |
− | # Rename the | + | # Rename the {{folder|Mass Effect 3}} folder to {{folder|Mass Effect 3 backup}}. |
# Try starting the game again | # Try starting the game again | ||
− | # If it does work | + | # If it does work, try to restoring the old saves: |
− | ## Delete the | + | ## Delete the {{folder|Saves}} subfolder from the new {{folder|Mass Effect 3}} folder. |
− | ## Copy the | + | ## Copy the {{folder|Saves}} subfolder from the backup. |
− | # If this fails then | + | # If this fails, then the saves are corrupt. Try restoring the last save from Origin: |
## Open Origin > Game Properties > Cloud Saves | ## Open Origin > Game Properties > Cloud Saves | ||
## Click Restore Saves | ## Click Restore Saves | ||
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====Startup BEX/APPCRASH error==== | ====Startup BEX/APPCRASH error==== | ||
− | + | {{ii}} A error message about <code>BEX</code> or <code>APPCRASH</code> (with exception code ''c0000417'') when trying to start the game could be displayed. | |
− | A error message about <code>BEX</code> or <code>APPCRASH</code> when trying to start the game | + | {{Fixbox|description=Rename atiags.dll|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://answers.ea.com/t5/Mass-Effect-3/Mass-Effect-3-will-not-launch/td-p/1108260|title=Solved: Mass Effect 3 will not launch - Answer HQ|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
− | + | # Browse to {{folder|{{p|game}}\Binaries\Win32}}. | |
− | + | # Rename the file {{file|atiags.dll}} to {{file|atiagsBACKUP.dll}}. | |
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====Modded game not starting==== | ====Modded game not starting==== | ||
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The game does not start when one or more mods (e.g. Controller Support) have been installed via the third-party mod manager. | The game does not start when one or more mods (e.g. Controller Support) have been installed via the third-party mod manager. | ||
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===Crash on From Ashes DLC=== | ===Crash on From Ashes DLC=== | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{ii}} At Eden Prime, shortly after watching the cutscene for the first pod, the player crashes. |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Method 1: Access the second pod first, and then the first pod.|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}|fix= | |
+ | }} | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Method 2: Right after the first video is done playing, press the {{key|Escape}} button a few times.|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}|fix= | |
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− | ===Retail DVD | + | ===Retail DVD install issue=== |
− | Some users experience issues installing Mass Effect 3 from a retail disc. After starting the install process and entering the product key, an error message claiming it is not a valid Mass Effect 3 serial number appears. Despite this, Mass Effect 3 will now be activated in | + | Some users experience issues installing Mass Effect 3 from a retail disc. After starting the install process and entering the product key, an error message claiming it is not a valid Mass Effect 3 serial number appears. Despite this, Mass Effect 3 will now be activated in the Origin/EA App library. Further attempts to run the installation process will still prompt for a product key, and upon entering it will result in an error message stating the key has already been used. It is impossible to continue the install process from this point. |
− | There are two possible solutions to this issue. The first and easiest option is to simply download Mass Effect 3 via Origin. However, for those on slower or bandwidth-limited | + | There are two possible solutions to this issue. The first and easiest option is to simply download Mass Effect 3 via Origin/EA App. However, for those on slower or bandwidth-limited Internet connections, this may not be a viable option. It is still possible to install from the DVDs using the following workaround: |
{{Fixbox|description=Retail DVD Install Issue|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Retail DVD Install Issue|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Start downloading Mass Effect 3 via Origin, pause the download and exit Origin. | # Start downloading Mass Effect 3 via Origin, pause the download and exit Origin. | ||
− | # Delete all files in the Mass Effect 3 subfolder of Origin's game install folder | + | # Delete all files in the {{folder|Mass Effect 3}} subfolder of Origin's game install folder (by default, this is {{folder|{{p|programfiles}}\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3}}). Also, delete all files in Origin's download cache ({{folder|{{p|programdata}}\Origin\DownloadCache}}). |
− | # Copy the file | + | # Copy the file {{file|Mass Effect 3.z01}} from disc 1 and {{file|Mass Effect 3.zip}} from disc 2 to a temporary location on the hard drive. |
− | # Extract these files to the Mass Effect 3 folder in Origin's game install folder | + | # Extract these files to the Mass Effect 3 folder in Origin's game install folder (by default, this is {{folder|{{p|programfiles}}\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3}}). Traditional archival software such as WinRAR or 7-Zip may experience critical errors extracting these files; if this occurs, use [https://www.ghisler.com/ Total Commander] to extract them. In Total Commander, some error messages will appear, but these can be ignored. |
− | # Remove the read-only attribute to these files and folders | + | # Remove the read-only attribute to these files and folders. |
− | # Launch Origin and resume the download. A small download of approximately 60 MB should start to fix missing or broken files. After this, Mass Effect 3 should be fully installed and working | + | # Launch Origin/EA App and resume the download. A small download of approximately 60 MB should start to fix missing or broken files. After this, Mass Effect 3 should be fully installed and working. |
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− | + | {{ii}} Sometimes the game will have problems loading DLC (both free and paid DLC) and will present an error message stating "Unable to authorize the listed DLC. Please log in to the Alliance Network with the account used to purchase the DLC". This is usually caused by an error during the download. | |
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# Download [http://sourceforge.net/projects/me3explorer/ ME3 Explorer] | # Download [http://sourceforge.net/projects/me3explorer/ ME3 Explorer] | ||
# Run ME3Explorer and select PCC Editor 2.0 (under ''Developer Tools'') | # Run ME3Explorer and select PCC Editor 2.0 (under ''Developer Tools'') | ||
− | # Provide game executable situated in | + | # Provide game executable situated in {{file|{{p|game}}\Binaries\MassEffect3.exe}}. |
− | # Go to ''File'' > ''Load'' and open | + | # Go to ''File'' > ''Load'' and open {{file|{{p|game}}\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole\SFXGame.pcc}}. |
# Choose ''Exports'' tab and scroll down to the 45242 line | # Choose ''Exports'' tab and scroll down to the 45242 line | ||
# Select it and set ''MaxSaves'' IntProperty to a big number like 999 | # Select it and set ''MaxSaves'' IntProperty to a big number like 999 | ||
# Go to ''File'' > ''Save'' | # Go to ''File'' > ''Save'' | ||
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+ | ===Namakli: Leviathan ladder bug=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} A common ladder glitch (occurs in the second ladder encountered after the bridge raising + banshee fight) may prevent the player from descending. | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Either looking up when approaching the ladder or using the walk-not-run key will solve the issue.}} | ||
===Importing=== | ===Importing=== | ||
− | ====Import | + | ====Import saved game==== |
− | {{Fixbox|description= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Importing saved games|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}|fix= |
{{ii}} For general troubleshooting with importing, please refer to [http://help.ea.com/article/will-i-be-able-to-import-a-save-file-from-steam-into-mass-effect-3 EA's save game import FAQ] and this detailed post about [http://masseffect.livejournal.com/1260952.html modding and save game imports from LiveJournal user bluefall]. | {{ii}} For general troubleshooting with importing, please refer to [http://help.ea.com/article/will-i-be-able-to-import-a-save-file-from-steam-into-mass-effect-3 EA's save game import FAQ] and this detailed post about [http://masseffect.livejournal.com/1260952.html modding and save game imports from LiveJournal user bluefall]. | ||
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− | ====Import | + | ====Import from Mass Effect 2 folder==== |
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{{ii}} Mass Effect 3 does not use an import save game data in the same way that one could import save game data from [[Mass Effect]] to [[Mass Effect 2]]. Instead, it detects an existing Mass Effect 2 save games folder (as if Mass Effect 2 was installed and completed). Therefore there should be no issue as long as the same computer used to complete Mass Effect 2 is used to start a new game in Mass Effect 3. | {{ii}} Mass Effect 3 does not use an import save game data in the same way that one could import save game data from [[Mass Effect]] to [[Mass Effect 2]]. Instead, it detects an existing Mass Effect 2 save games folder (as if Mass Effect 2 was installed and completed). Therefore there should be no issue as long as the same computer used to complete Mass Effect 2 is used to start a new game in Mass Effect 3. | ||
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− | ====Import | + | ====Import without reinstalling==== |
− | + | To import a Mass Effect 2 save file from an old computer to the one in which Mass Effect 3 is currently installed, copy the old career folders to: {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save}}. | |
− | To import a Mass Effect 2 save file from an old computer to the one in which Mass Effect 3 is currently installed, copy | ||
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− | ==== | + | ====Lost old save game==== |
− | + | {{ii}} Old save games can be replaced by going to [http://www.masseffect2saves.com/ Mass Effect 2 Saves], which is a repository of Mass Effect 2 save games with various playthroughs which can be imported into Mass Effect 3. | |
− | {{Fixbox|description=Rename | + | ====Save game not detected==== |
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Rename save game folder|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}|fix= | ||
{{ii}} A save editor may have changed the folder structure. Change this back to allow Mass Effect 3 to autodetect correctly. | {{ii}} A save editor may have changed the folder structure. Change this back to allow Mass Effect 3 to autodetect correctly. | ||
− | # Go to | + | # Go to {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save}}. |
− | # Change the folder name to | + | # Change the folder name to {{folder|Name_12_Class_012610}}. |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Edit GamerSettings.ini|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Edit GamerSettings.ini|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open {{file|GamerSettings.ini}}. | # Open {{file|GamerSettings.ini}}. | ||
− | # Add | + | # Add the Mass Effect 2 saves folder location next to <code>Location=</code> |
:'''Example:''' | :'''Example:''' | ||
<pre> | <pre> | ||
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Location=%USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\ | Location=%USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\ | ||
</pre> | </pre> | ||
− | {{ii}} Make sure that the above location is the correct location of | + | {{ii}} Make sure that the above location is the correct location of the saved games. |
}} | }} | ||
====Multiplayer game using "Different Version"==== | ====Multiplayer game using "Different Version"==== | ||
− | {{ii}} When attempting to join a friend's game an error will display that | + | {{ii}} When attempting to join a friend's game, an error will display that it can not be joined due to the game versions being different. |
+ | {{ii}} This issue seems to only affect some users in the UK. This executable has not been seen outside of that region. | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Downgrade Mass Effect 3|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Downgrade Mass Effect 3|fix= | ||
− | #Follow directions | + | #Follow directions from [https://me3tweaks.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=20 this forum post]. |
}} | }} | ||
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===Textures become black as you approach them=== | ===Textures become black as you approach them=== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/363 A Lot of Textures (ALOT)] may have been applied to the game in the past. Apply it again or use one of the fixes below. |
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game through [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect/mods/149 ME3Tweaks Mod Manager]}} | {{Fixbox|description=Launch the game through [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect/mods/149 ME3Tweaks Mod Manager]}} | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set the Texture LODs to Vanilla with LOD Switcher in [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/894 ALOTInstaller's] Settings}} | {{Fixbox|description=Set the Texture LODs to Vanilla with LOD Switcher in [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/894 ALOTInstaller's] Settings}} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Delete | + | {{Fixbox|description=Delete configuration files |
|fix= | |fix= | ||
− | # Open {{ | + | # Open {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame}}. |
− | # Delete the | + | # Delete the {{folder|Config}} folder. |
− | # Launch the game | + | # Launch the game. |
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===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = 9 | + | |direct3d versions = 9.0c |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
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|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
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{{Middleware | {{Middleware | ||
|physics = PhysX | |physics = PhysX | ||
− | |physics notes = | + | |physics notes = 2.8.3 |
|audio = Speex, Wwise | |audio = Speex, Wwise | ||
|audio notes = | |audio notes = | ||
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|input notes = | |input notes = | ||
|cutscenes = Bink Video | |cutscenes = Bink Video | ||
− | |cutscenes notes = | + | |cutscenes notes = 1.9p |
|multiplayer = | |multiplayer = | ||
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{{ii}} Default Nvidia driver profile does not have compatibility bits to enable ambient occlusion for the game. But it can be enabled by tweaking the driver profile settings. | {{ii}} Default Nvidia driver profile does not have compatibility bits to enable ambient occlusion for the game. But it can be enabled by tweaking the driver profile settings. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Use Nvidia Inspector (Nvidia only)|ref=<ref> | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use Nvidia Inspector (Nvidia only)|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://forums.guru3d.com/threads/hbao-compatibility-flags-thread.387114/page-12#post-4795599|title=HBAO+ Compatibility Flags Thread - guru3D Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= |
# Download and launch [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]] | # Download and launch [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]] | ||
# Choose '''Mass Effect 3''' from the profile list | # Choose '''Mass Effect 3''' from the profile list | ||
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* [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/173 Extended Final Anderson Conversation] - Restores (mostly) the full final conversation with Anderson that was severely shortened in the released game. | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/173 Extended Final Anderson Conversation] - Restores (mostly) the full final conversation with Anderson that was severely shortened in the released game. | ||
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/350 Expanded Galaxy Mod] - Adds a huge number of changes, both large and small, to improve the overall gameplay of the game, giving the user a more personalized experience. | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/350 Expanded Galaxy Mod] - Adds a huge number of changes, both large and small, to improve the overall gameplay of the game, giving the user a more personalized experience. | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/995 Dynamic Weapon Lowering] - DWL ensures that Shepard raises or lowers their weapon based on whether they are inside or outside of combat. The system intelligently monitors your current gameplay, and automatically adjusts the position of your arms and weapon in a timely manner. | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/996 No low hp blood drops on screen] - This mod removes blood drops that cover screen when health decrease in ME3. | ||
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/678 Ark Mod] - Additional Hazard maps and an entirely new N7 mission. | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/678 Ark Mod] - Additional Hazard maps and an entirely new N7 mission. | ||
− | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/456 Individual Cooldowns Mod (ME1 Style)] - Disables the global cooldown of powers, making them all have individual cooldowns just like ME1 (and the mod | + | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/456 Individual Cooldowns Mod (ME1 Style)] - Disables the global cooldown of powers, making them all have individual cooldowns just like ME1 (and the mod for ME2). |
− | * [https://www.moddb.com/mods/mehem-the-mass-effect-3-happy-ending-mod/ MEHEM - The Mass Effect (3) Happy Ending Mod] - Replaces the "controversial" endings with new alternative endings | + | * [https://www.moddb.com/mods/mehem-the-mass-effect-3-happy-ending-mod/ MEHEM - The Mass Effect (3) Happy Ending Mod] - Replaces the "controversial" endings with new alternative endings. |
* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/citadel-epilogue-mod Citadel Epilogue Mod] - A mod that makes the Citadel DLC play like an epilogue or simply throw a party after you blow up the reapers. | * [https://www.moddb.com/mods/citadel-epilogue-mod Citadel Epilogue Mod] - A mod that makes the Citadel DLC play like an epilogue or simply throw a party after you blow up the reapers. | ||
− | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/846 Ambient Audio Overhaul Mod] Makes each level in Mass Effect 3 more immersive, unique and rich in audio by restoring all ambient SFX that was either accidentally cut or inaudible | + | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/846 Ambient Audio Overhaul Mod] Makes each level in Mass Effect 3 more immersive, unique and rich in audio by restoring all ambient SFX that was either accidentally cut or inaudible. |
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/245 Restored Zaeed Conversation] - This mod alters the conversation with Zaeed in the Holding area so that all of his dialogue can be heard. | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/245 Restored Zaeed Conversation] - This mod alters the conversation with Zaeed in the Holding area so that all of his dialogue can be heard. | ||
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/632 Same-Gender Romances for ME3] - This mod fixes various issues with imported same-gender romances with Ashley, Kaidan, Tali, and Thane, focusing on immersion and restoring unused content. | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/masseffect3/mods/632 Same-Gender Romances for ME3] - This mod fixes various issues with imported same-gender romances with Ashley, Kaidan, Tali, and Thane, focusing on immersion and restoring unused content. |
Latest revision as of 05:34, 7 September 2024
Developers | |
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BioWare | |
Multiplayer | Psyonix[1] |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 6, 2012 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 89 |
IGDB | 91 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Cross-game bonus, Subscription gaming service |
Microtransactions | Currency, Loot box |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | ARPG, Shooter |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | LGBTQ, Sci-fi, Space |
Series | Mass Effect |
Mass Effect | |
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Mass Effect | 2008 |
Mass Effect 2 | 2010 |
Mass Effect 3 | 2012 |
Mass Effect: Andromeda | 2017 |
Mass Effect Legendary Edition | 2021 |
Mass Effect 3 is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person ARPG and shooter game in the Mass Effect series.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Executable on disk contains SecuROM DRM Release Control | |||
Epic Games Store | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. | |||
Microsoft Store | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included exclusively with Xbox Game Pass for PC as part of its version of EA Play. | |||
Origin | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included with EA Play. Digital Deluxe also available. | |||
Steam | N7 Digital Deluxe Edition. Included with EA Play (Steam). | |||
(unavailable) | Mass Effect Trilogy. Includes Mass Effect and Mass Effect 2. | |||
Humble Store (unavailable) | Mass Effect Trilogy |
Version differences
- The N7 Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, all DLC (singleplayer and multiplayer) and digital goodies (soundtrack, artbook, *Genesis 2* comic).
Monetization
- DLC can be downloaded through Origin by right-clicking Mass Effect 3 and selecting View Game Details. The Final Hours Of Mass Effect 3, soundtrack, and artbook can be downloaded for free from this EA page.
- All DLC is free on Origin/EA Desktop as of July 13, 2022.[2] The DLC Bundle is free as of August 15, 2022. Steam later followed in May 5, 2023.
- This game has in-game microtransactions (not listed below).
Type | Notes |
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Cross-game bonus | Owning Battlefield 3 on EA App will unlock a multiplayer character class. |
DLC | The DLC includes story missions and items. |
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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Alternate Appearance Pack 1 | ||
Citadel | ||
Earth Multiplayer Expansion | Free | |
Extended Cut | Free | |
Firefight Pack | ||
From Ashes | Included in Digital Deluxe | |
Genesis 2 | ||
Groundside Resistance Pack | ||
Leviathan | ||
M90 Indra Sniper Rifle | Redeemable through Alienware Promo or Included with Firefight Pack | |
Mass Effect Trilogy Art | Included in Mass Effect Trilogy bundle | |
N7 Collector's Edition Content | Included in Digital Deluxe | |
Omega | ||
Reckoner Knight Armor | Originally able to be obtained by logging in to account in Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning demo[3] (The demo is still available on Steam but the servers are shut down) | |
Reckoning Multiplayer Expansion | Free | |
Rebellion Multiplayer Expansion | Free | |
Resurgence Multiplayer Expansion | Free | |
Retaliation Multiplayer Expansion | Free |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use the -nostartupmovies command line argument[4]
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Modify ME3_sig_logo in bioengine.ini[5] |
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Bug Fixes
Unofficial Mass Effect 3 Patch
- Various bug fixes, visual corrections and QoL improvements for Mass Effect 3.
- Also fixed the Ashley Marksman bug.
- May have cause performance issue for low-end hardware.[6]
Interface Scaling Mod
- Scales up PC platform-specific HUD elements to the size they were on consoles, which is natively set to 720p.
- Works both in singleplayer and multiplayer.
Project Variety
- A major bug fix and overhaul mod.
- Compatible with numerous mods. See here.
True Ashley Marksman Fix
- Fix for Ashley when using the Marksman Skill.
- Not required if UME3P & Fix Pack is installed, but can still be used.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\ |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1238020/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\Save\ |
Microsoft Store | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1238020/pfx/[Note 1] |
- DLC files are saved in
<path-to-game>\BIOGame\DLC
; an explanation of the folder names and which DLC they represent can be found here. - Mass Effect 3 can optionally import save games from Mass Effect 2, which in turn can import save games from Mass Effect.
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Epic Games Launcher | ||
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 | Vert-, use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Use Flawless Widescreen[7] or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
4K Ultra HD | Vert-, use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer, and Interface Scaling Mod. | ||
Field of view (FOV) | Default is 75°. See Field of view (FOV). | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | If the taskbar appears on top, set the game to Fullscreen and then back to Window (No Border) to eliminate it.[8] | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | The level of filtering can be adjusted in MassEffect3Config.exe . |
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Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA only. For other options see Anti-aliasing (AA). | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Forced on by default. To disable see Vertical sync (Vsync). | ||
60 FPS | Cutscenes are capped at 30FPS. | ||
120+ FPS | See High frame rate. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
- Several graphic settings cannot be changed in-game.
Field of view (FOV)
Use third-party mods |
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Notes
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Set camera FOV (doesn't affect cutscenes)[9] |
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Notes
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Use ThirteenAG's Mass Effect Trilogy FOV Fix |
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Notes
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High frame rate
Change frame rate smoothing[citation needed] |
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Anti-aliasing (AA)
- By default the game only has FXAA for anti-aliasing. But is possible to force other anti-aliasing types.
Use Nvidia Inspector (Nvidia only)[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Disable VSync[13] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Negative acceleration when "Mouse Dampening" is enabled in options. Can also be tweaked through Coalesced.bin.[citation needed] | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | See Controller support. | |
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Controller support
Native Xbox 360 UI Controller Support |
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Barebones controller support[14] |
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Notes
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Simultaneous mouse and joystick support
Enable joystick move to be used with mouse[15] |
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( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftX",Command="Axis aStrafe Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") ( Name="XboxTypeS_LeftY",Command="Axis aBaseY Speed=1.0 DeadZone=0.3") ( Name="XboxTypeS_RightX",Command="Axis aTurn Speed=0.2 DeadZone=0.3") ( Name="XboxTypeS_RightY",Command="Axis aLookup Speed=0.2 DeadZone=0.3") |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | ||
Surround sound | 5.0[16][17] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
EAX support | See Surround sound notes. | |
Royalty free audio | Combination of original and licensed music. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Fan translation, Download | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | Translation. | |||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 4 | Co-op Use ME3 Private Server Emulator/LAN. |
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Online play | 4 | Co-op Multiplayer activity and progress affects the singleplayer storyline. Note that the Extended Cut DLC modifies the game such that playing the multiplayer is not required for the "best" singleplayer story ending. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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UDP | 5659, 6000 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Mass Effect 3. | ||
TriDef 3D | |||
vorpX | G3D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list. |
Issues unresolved
"Tuchanka: Turian Platoon" mission doesn't progress in the last section
- If the two Harvester enemies are killed before they should be then the one in the last section of the mission will never appear causing the mission to be stuck[18][19]
Restart the mission and don't kill the first two Harvester enemies[20] |
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Issues fixed
- GeForce.com has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game.
64bit Version Error Message
"Incompatible Windows Version" Error Message[citation needed] |
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The following error message may appear:
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Mouse Causing Stuttering
Mouse movement may cause slowdowns. This can be fixed by disabling Origin overlay within the game.
Mouse Causing Stuttering[citation needed] |
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Not starting
Generic startup crash
The issues are one of the following:
- Crashed immediately
- A black screen for a few seconds, then crash
- Only the intro plays
Try the fix for the MSVCR90.dll error fix below.
Startup MSVCR90.dll error
The game crashes with an error regarding MSVCR90.dll
. Although this indicates a problem with VC++, the cause can also be corrupt saves/settings.
Check for corrupt saves/settings[21] |
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Startup BEX/APPCRASH error
- A error message about
BEX
orAPPCRASH
(with exception code c0000417) when trying to start the game could be displayed.
Rename atiags.dll[22] |
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Modded game not starting
The game does not start when one or more mods (e.g. Controller Support) have been installed via the third-party mod manager.
Start Mass Effect 3 from Mod Manager |
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Crash on From Ashes DLC
- At Eden Prime, shortly after watching the cutscene for the first pod, the player crashes.
Method 1: Access the second pod first, and then the first pod.[citation needed] |
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Method 2: Right after the first video is done playing, press the Esc button a few times.[citation needed] |
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Retail DVD install issue
Some users experience issues installing Mass Effect 3 from a retail disc. After starting the install process and entering the product key, an error message claiming it is not a valid Mass Effect 3 serial number appears. Despite this, Mass Effect 3 will now be activated in the Origin/EA App library. Further attempts to run the installation process will still prompt for a product key, and upon entering it will result in an error message stating the key has already been used. It is impossible to continue the install process from this point.
There are two possible solutions to this issue. The first and easiest option is to simply download Mass Effect 3 via Origin/EA App. However, for those on slower or bandwidth-limited Internet connections, this may not be a viable option. It is still possible to install from the DVDs using the following workaround:
Retail DVD Install Issue[citation needed] |
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DLC error
- Sometimes the game will have problems loading DLC (both free and paid DLC) and will present an error message stating "Unable to authorize the listed DLC. Please log in to the Alliance Network with the account used to purchase the DLC". This is usually caused by an error during the download.
Verify/repair the installation[citation needed] |
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Unable to save any more games
Increase 50 save limit[23][citation needed] |
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Namakli: Leviathan ladder bug
- A common ladder glitch (occurs in the second ladder encountered after the bridge raising + banshee fight) may prevent the player from descending.
Either looking up when approaching the ladder or using the walk-not-run key will solve the issue. |
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Importing
Import saved game
Importing saved games[citation needed] |
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Import from Mass Effect 2 folder
- Mass Effect 3 does not use an import save game data in the same way that one could import save game data from Mass Effect to Mass Effect 2. Instead, it detects an existing Mass Effect 2 save games folder (as if Mass Effect 2 was installed and completed). Therefore there should be no issue as long as the same computer used to complete Mass Effect 2 is used to start a new game in Mass Effect 3.
Import without reinstalling
To import a Mass Effect 2 save file from an old computer to the one in which Mass Effect 3 is currently installed, copy the old career folders to: %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save
.
Lost old save game
- Old save games can be replaced by going to Mass Effect 2 Saves, which is a repository of Mass Effect 2 save games with various playthroughs which can be imported into Mass Effect 3.
Save game not detected
Rename save game folder[citation needed] |
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Edit GamerSettings.ini[citation needed] |
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[SaveGames] Location=%USERPROFILE%\Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\
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Multiplayer game using "Different Version"
- When attempting to join a friend's game, an error will display that it can not be joined due to the game versions being different.
- This issue seems to only affect some users in the UK. This executable has not been seen outside of that region.
Downgrade Mass Effect 3 |
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Textures become black as you approach them
- A Lot of Textures (ALOT) may have been applied to the game in the past. Apply it again or use one of the fixes below.
Launch the game through ME3Tweaks Mod Manager |
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Set the Texture LODs to Vanilla with LOD Switcher in ALOTInstaller's Settings |
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Delete configuration files |
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Ashley glitches after activating Marksman power
Use True Ashley Marksman Fix mod |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | PhysX | 2.8.3 |
Audio | Speex, Wwise | |
Interface | Scaleform | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.9p |
Ambient occlusion
- Default Nvidia driver profile does not have compatibility bits to enable ambient occlusion for the game. But it can be enabled by tweaking the driver profile settings.
Use Nvidia Inspector (Nvidia only)[24] |
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Modding
- Mass Effect 3 Nexus - Has a decent amount of mods for Mass Effect 3.
- ME3Tweaks - Hosts mods, guides, and tools for modding the Mass Effect trilogy.
- Mod Manager - A tool for handling installation and development of mods
- ME3Explorer - A multi-tool software for modding Mass Effect 3. Also includes a Coalesced.bin editor for further tweaking.
HD Texture Pack
- A Lot of Textures (ALOT) is a fanmade re-texture mod aiming to bring Mass Effect 3's textures to today's standards, replacing around 3000 textures with high-resolution variants.
HD Video Pack
- ME3 Opening Remaster improves the opening cinematic of Mass Effect 3.
- A Lot of Videos (ALOV) is a fanmade mod that increases the detail & resolution of Mass Effect 3's videos to today's standards.
Mods
- Extended Final Anderson Conversation - Restores (mostly) the full final conversation with Anderson that was severely shortened in the released game.
- Expanded Galaxy Mod - Adds a huge number of changes, both large and small, to improve the overall gameplay of the game, giving the user a more personalized experience.
- Dynamic Weapon Lowering - DWL ensures that Shepard raises or lowers their weapon based on whether they are inside or outside of combat. The system intelligently monitors your current gameplay, and automatically adjusts the position of your arms and weapon in a timely manner.
- No low hp blood drops on screen - This mod removes blood drops that cover screen when health decrease in ME3.
- Ark Mod - Additional Hazard maps and an entirely new N7 mission.
- Individual Cooldowns Mod (ME1 Style) - Disables the global cooldown of powers, making them all have individual cooldowns just like ME1 (and the mod for ME2).
- MEHEM - The Mass Effect (3) Happy Ending Mod - Replaces the "controversial" endings with new alternative endings.
- Citadel Epilogue Mod - A mod that makes the Citadel DLC play like an epilogue or simply throw a party after you blow up the reapers.
- Ambient Audio Overhaul Mod Makes each level in Mass Effect 3 more immersive, unique and rich in audio by restoring all ambient SFX that was either accidentally cut or inaudible.
- Restored Zaeed Conversation - This mod alters the conversation with Zaeed in the Holding area so that all of his dialogue can be heard.
- Same-Gender Romances for ME3 - This mod fixes various issues with imported same-gender romances with Ashley, Kaidan, Tali, and Thane, focusing on immersion and restoring unused content.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) 2 GB (Vista, 7) |
2 GB (XP) 4 GB (Vista, 7) |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 15 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1800 Nvidia GeForce 7900 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 3 support |
ATI Radeon HD 4850 Nvidia GeForce 9800 GT Nvidia GeForce GTX 550 Ti 512 MB of VRAM |
- AMD video cards below minimum system requirements: Radeon HD 3200, HD 3300 and HD 4350.
- Nvidia video cards below minimum system requirements: GeForce 9300, 8500, 8400 and 8300.
- S3 video cards are not supported.
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 (1238020) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Psyonix on Twitter: "@Shinjiki81 Well, we helped contribute to the multiplayer for that one. The lovely folks at @bioware crafted the rad single-player game." - last accessed on 2017-07-23
- ↑ PC Gamer - EA kills off BioWare Points, making old Mass Effect and Dragon Age DLC free - last accessed on 2022-07-14
- ↑ Kingdoms of Amalur Crossover Content - Mass Effect 3 Wiki Guide - IGN - last accessed on 2016-8-30
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2016-11-02
- Makes the game skip right to Press any key to continue
- ↑ PC Tweaks (Mass Effect 3) - Mass Effect Wiki
- ↑ [1] - last accessed on 2023-07-14
- ↑ How to fix games for 21:9 Ultrawide Gaming - Mass Effect 3, Ori and the Blind Forest, GoT, Fallout 4 - YouTube - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Tested by Andytizer
- ↑ How to actually fix FOV in Mass Effect · Eugene Homyakov - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ 3DCenter Forum - View Single Post - Antialiasing - Kompatibilitätsbits - Sammelthread
- ↑ 3DCenter Forum - View Single Post - Antialiasing - Kompatibilitätsbits - Sammelthread
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 3DCenter Forum - View Single Post - SLI - Kompatibilitätsbits - Sammelthread
- ↑ Mass Effect 3 Tweak Guide - Configuration File - last accessed on 2017-08-26
- ↑ Hacking in gamepad support on PC - Coalesced.bin - The BioWare Forum - last accessed on 2016-8-17
- ↑ https://masseffect.fandom.com/wiki/PC_Tweaks_(Mass_Effect_3)
- ↑ Can ME1 and ME2 support 7.1 surround sound? - The BioWare Forum - last accessed on 2016-8-17
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Anyone having problems with Tuchanka: Turian Platoon? I need help. - Mass Effect 3 - last accessed on 2020-12-26
- ↑ Fextralife View topic - Tuchanka - Turian Platoon - Bug - last accessed on 2020-12-26
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2020-12-26
- ↑ answers.ea.com - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Solved: Mass Effect 3 will not launch - Answer HQ - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Increasing ME3's 50-save Limit - SUCCESS! - The BioWare Forum - last accessed on 2016-8-17
- ↑ HBAO+ Compatibility Flags Thread - guru3D Forums - last accessed on May 2023