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{{Infobox
 
{{Infobox
 
|cover          = Mass_Effect_3.jpg
 
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{{ii}} Mass Effect 3 can optionally import save games from [[Mass Effect 2]], which in turn can import save games from [[Mass Effect]].
 
{{ii}} Mass Effect 3 can optionally import save games from [[Mass Effect 2]], which in turn can import save games from [[Mass Effect]].
  
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== Availability ==
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'''General information'''
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{{mm}} [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/subindex/102/ Social.bioware.com] for game series
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==Availability==
 +
{{Availability Table|
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{{Availability Table/row| [http://store.origin.com/store/eaemea/en_US/pd/productID.229644400/ Origin] | {{ID|Origin}} | }}
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}}
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{{ii}} All versions require Origin
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{{ii}} DLC need to be bought through Social.Bioware.com, website uses BioWare points.
 
{{--}} Game will not run in offline mode on Origin.
 
{{--}} Game will not run in offline mode on Origin.
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==Game data==
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{{Game Location Table|
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{{Game Location Table/row|Save game location|%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\BioWare\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\Save}}
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{{Game Location Table/row|Configuration files location| \%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config}}
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}}
  
 
==Video settings==
 
==Video settings==
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|multimonitor_notes        =
 
|multimonitor_notes        =
 
|fov                        =hackable
 
|fov                        =hackable
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|fov_notes                  =
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|fov_notes                  =see [[#FOV Fix|FOV Fix]] and [[#Better FOV Fix|Better FOV Fix]]
 
|windowed                  =true
 
|windowed                  =true
 
|windowed_notes            =
 
|windowed_notes            =
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===[[Borderless fullscreen windowed]]===
 
===[[Borderless fullscreen windowed]]===
 
{{ii}} If the taskbar appears on top, set the game to Fullscreen and then back to Window (No Border) to eliminate it.<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]]</ref>
 
{{ii}} If the taskbar appears on top, set the game to Fullscreen and then back to Window (No Border) to eliminate it.<ref>Tested by [[User:Andytizer|Andytizer]]</ref>
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===FOV Fix===
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|FOV Fix}}
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{{ii}} Custom FoV will break cutscenes so it is advised to reset FoV to default during every cutscene with numpad 0.
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1. Download ME3 Coalesced Utility from <code>http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/</code>
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2. In that utility open <code>Coalesced.bin</code> from <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole\</code>
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3. Navigate to <code>bioinput.ini -> sfxgame -> sfxgamemodebase -> bindings</code>
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4. Add these custom bindings and try what FoV suits you best. New lines can be added via empty line at the bottom of bindings list. These will bind different FoV values to keypad. Key 0 will reset FoV to default value which is needed during cut scenes.
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<code>( Name="NumPadZero", Command="FOV 0" )
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( Name="NumPadOne", Command="FOV 32" )
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( Name="NumPadTwo", Command="FOV 75" )
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( Name="NumPadThree", Command="FOV 80" )
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( Name="NumPadFour", Command="FOV 85" )
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( Name="NumPadFive", Command="FOV 90" )
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( Name="NumPadSix", Command="FOV 95" )
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( Name="NumPadSeven", Command="FOV 100" )
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( Name="NumPadEight", Command="FOV 105" )
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( Name="NumPadNine", Command="FOV 110" )</code>
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5. After selecting your best FoV locate line (should be second line)
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<code>( Name="Shared_Aim", Command="SwapWeaponIfEmpty .....</code>
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and change it to
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<pre>( Name="Shared_Aim", Command="SwapWeaponIfEmpty | TightAim | FOV 0 | OnRelease FOV xx | OnRelease StopTightAim" )</pre>
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where xx is your FoV. This will reset FoV to default when you are aiming with gun and return to your custom FoV when not.
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{{ii}}Screenshots: default [http://www.myimg.us/images/03.05.12/24602.jpg FoV 70], custom [http://www.myimg.us/images/03.05.12/24603.jpg FOV 90]
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{{ii}} For additional info see this thread on the Steam forums: http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2584112
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}}
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=== Better FOV Fix ===
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Better FOV Fix}}
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{{ii}} This custom FOV will not break cutscenes, recoil, or any side effects like the above FOV fix. The only issue is that you may be banned from multiplayer by changing <code>Coalesced.bin</code>, however there has been no known reports of this happening and so should be considered a low risk.
 +
 +
1. Download Gibbed Mass Effect 3 Coalesced.bin tool from <code>http://blog.gib.me/2012/02/16/mass-effect-3-coalesced-bin-tool/</code>
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2. In the utility open <code>Coalesced.bin</code> from <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole\</code>
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3. In the utility, navigate to the <code>bioinput.ini -> sfxgame -> sfxgamemodedefault -> bindings section.</code>
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4. Add this custom binding and try what FoV suits you best. New lines can be added via empty line at the bottom of bindings list.
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<code>( Name="Period", Command="set SFXGame.SFXCameraMode FOV 100" ) </code>
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5. If you've been using the previous FOV fix, revert <code>SharedAim</code> and <code>RightMouseButton</code> to their original values.
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6. Save the file and exit the utility.
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7. You will need to press the <code>Period</code> key once each gaming session while being able to control Shepard, i.e. not in a cutscene or menu.
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{{ii}} For an alternative method with the same result, see <code>http://hamstergene.github.com/blog/2012-11-27-mass-effect-fov/</code>
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}}
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=== Adjust Image Quality using Nvidia Inspector ===
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Adjust Image Quality using Nvidia Inspector}}
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Advantages:
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{{ii}} Ingame AA is post process AA that reduce texture quality but helps reduce visible aliasing but does not eliminate them.
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{{ii}} Nvidia inspector can remove jaggly edges and enhance image quality
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Method:
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Open nVidia Inspector, and click Mass Effect 3 profile. Add the following settings:
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<code>
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Antialiasing Compatibility = 0x080100C5 (Mass Effect, Mass Effect II)
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Antialiasing Mode = Override any application settings
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Antialiasing Setting =  4xMSAA.
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Antialiasing Transparency Multisampling = Enabled
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Antialiasing Transparency Supersampling = 4x Supersampling
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Anisotropic Filtering Mode = User-defined / Off
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Anisotropic Filtering Setting = 16x
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Texture Filtering Quality = High Quality.
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</code>
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Note: if this does not work, try antialiasing compatibility of 0x000010C1 (type it in manually into that field)
 +
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Source:
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*[http://social.bioware.com/forum/Mass-Effect-3/Mass-Effect-3-PC-Technical-Support/Mass-Effect-3-Nvidia-Inspector-increase-image-quality-of-your-Game-9584008-1.html Post by Sneakback on the Bioware Mass Effect 3 forums].
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}}
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==Input settings==
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{{Input Settings
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|key_remap                  =true
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|key_remap_notes            =
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|acceleration_option        =false
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|acceleration_option_notes  =
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|controller_support        =false
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|controller_support_notes  =
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}}
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=== Controller Support ===
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Mass Effect 3 does not support standard controller configurations. Please refer to the [[:Category:Controller|controller page]] and [[JoyToKey]] to hack in controller support for this game.
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== Issues fixed ==
 
== Issues fixed ==
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Mouse movement may cause slowdowns. This can be fixed by disabling Origin overlay within the game.
 
Mouse movement may cause slowdowns. This can be fixed by disabling Origin overlay within the game.
  
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Mouse Causing Stuttering}}
 
# Click on the gear in the top right.
 
# Click on the gear in the top right.
 
# Click "Settings".
 
# Click "Settings".
 
# Click the "In Game" tab.
 
# Click the "In Game" tab.
 
# Make sure "Enable Origin In Game" is disabled
 
# Make sure "Enable Origin In Game" is disabled
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}}
 
=== Startup Crash ===
 
=== Startup Crash ===
 
This error message may appear on startup:
 
This error message may appear on startup:
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   Additional Information 4:    61e20e96bfcd8b3479be5a6b63429556
 
   Additional Information 4:    61e20e96bfcd8b3479be5a6b63429556
  
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Going into the folder <pre>C:\Program Files (x86)\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\Binaries\Win32\</pre> and remove or rename the "atiags.dll" may fix this issue.
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Going into the folder <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\Binaries\Win32\</code> and remove or rename the "atiags.dll" may fix this issue.
  
 
*Source: [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/344/index/9271741/2 Thread by seph22 on the Bioware Mass Effect 3 forums]
 
*Source: [http://social.bioware.com/forum/1/topic/344/index/9271741/2 Thread by seph22 on the Bioware Mass Effect 3 forums]
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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 internet connections, this may not be a viable option. It is still possible to install from the CD's using the following workaround:
 
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 internet connections, this may not be a viable option. It is still possible to install from the CD's using the following workaround:
  
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Retail CD Install Issue}}
 
# 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.
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# Delete all files in the Mass Effect 3 subfolder of Origin's game install folder. By Default this is <pre>C:\Program Files\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3</pre> Also, delete all files in Origin's download cache <pre>C:\ProgramData\Origin\DownloadCache\[Your Email Address]</pre> and <pre>C:\ProgramData\Origin\DownloadCache\</pre>
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# Delete all files in the Mass Effect 3 subfolder of Origin's game install folder. By Default this is <code>C:\Program Files\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3</code> Also, delete all files in Origin's download cache <code>C:\ProgramData\Origin\DownloadCache\[Your Email Address]</pre> and <code>C:\ProgramData\Origin\DownloadCache\</code>
 
# Copy the file <code>Mass Effect 3.z01</code> from disc 1 and <code>Mass Effect 3.zip</code> from disc 2 to a temporary location on your hard drive.
 
# Copy the file <code>Mass Effect 3.z01</code> from disc 1 and <code>Mass Effect 3.zip</code> from disc 2 to a temporary location on your hard drive.
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# Extract these files to the Mass Effect 3 folder in Origin's game install directory. Default <pre>C:\Program Files\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3</pre> (NOTE: Traditional unzipping software such as WinRAR or 7-zip may experience critical errors extracting these files. If this occurs, you can use a program called [http://www.ghisler.com/ Total Commander] to extract them. In Total Commander some error messages will appear, but these can be ignored)
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# Extract these files to the Mass Effect 3 folder in Origin's game install directory. Default <code>C:\Program Files\Origin Games\Mass Effect 3</code> (NOTE: Traditional unzipping software such as WinRAR or 7-zip may experience critical errors extracting these files. If this occurs, you can use a program called [http://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 (Right Click on the folder in Windows, select properties and uncheck the "Read-only" box).
 
# Remove the read-only attribute to these files and folders (Right Click on the folder in Windows, select properties and uncheck the "Read-only" box).
 
# Launch Origin and resume the download. A small download of approximately 60MB should start to fix missing or broken files. After this, Mass Effect 3 should be fully installed and working.
 
# Launch Origin and resume the download. A small download of approximately 60MB should start to fix missing or broken files. After this, Mass Effect 3 should be fully installed and working.
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=== Origin Install Issue ===
 
=== Origin Install Issue ===
 
In some cases where Mass Effect 3 has been downloaded through Origin, upon installation users are met with this error message:
 
In some cases where Mass Effect 3 has been downloaded through Origin, upon installation users are met with this error message:
 
   
 
   
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<pre>Error: The VC++ runtime redistributable package was not installed successfully. Setup cannot continue.</pre>
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<code>Error: The VC++ runtime redistributable package was not installed successfully. Setup cannot continue.</code>
  
 
In order to solve the issue:
 
In order to solve the issue:
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Origin Install Issue}}
 
#Exit Origin.
 
#Exit Origin.
 
#Go to the Control Panel and uninstall any 'Microsoft Visual C++ 20XX' packages you may have.
 
#Go to the Control Panel and uninstall any 'Microsoft Visual C++ 20XX' packages you may have.
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#Inside that folder, either delete or rename both the vcredist_x64.exe and vcredist_x86.exe and replace them with your newly downloaded versions.
 
#Inside that folder, either delete or rename both the vcredist_x64.exe and vcredist_x86.exe and replace them with your newly downloaded versions.
 
#Open Origin and install the game.
 
#Open Origin and install the game.
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}}
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=== FOV Fix ===
 
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'''Note:''' Custom FoV will break cutscenes so it is advised to reset FoV to default during every cutscene with numpad 0.
 
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−
1. Download ME3 Coalesced Utility from http://wenchy.net/me3-coalesced-utility/
 
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2. In that utility open <code>Coalesced.bin</code> from <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole\</code>
 
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3. Navigate to bioinput.ini -> sfxgame -> sfxgamemodebase -> bindings
 
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4. Add these custom bindings and try what FoV suits you best. New lines can be added via empty line at the bottom of bindings list. These will bind different FoV values to keypad. Key 0 will reset FoV to default value which is needed during cut scenes.
 
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<pre>( Name="NumPadZero", Command="FOV 0" )
 
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( Name="NumPadOne", Command="FOV 32" )
 
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( Name="NumPadTwo", Command="FOV 75" )
 
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( Name="NumPadThree", Command="FOV 80" )
 
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( Name="NumPadFour", Command="FOV 85" )
 
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( Name="NumPadFive", Command="FOV 90" )
 
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( Name="NumPadSix", Command="FOV 95" )
 
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( Name="NumPadSeven", Command="FOV 100" )
 
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( Name="NumPadEight", Command="FOV 105" )
 
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( Name="NumPadNine", Command="FOV 110" )</pre>
 
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5. After selecting your best FoV locate line (should be second line)
 
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<pre>( Name="Shared_Aim", Command="SwapWeaponIfEmpty .....</pre>
 
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and change it to
 
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<pre>( Name="Shared_Aim", Command="SwapWeaponIfEmpty | TightAim | FOV 0 | OnRelease FOV xx | OnRelease StopTightAim" )</pre>
 
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where xx is your FoV. This will reset FoV to default when you are aiming with gun and return to your custom FoV when not.
 
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Screenshots: default [http://www.myimg.us/images/03.05.12/24602.jpg FoV 70], custom [http://www.myimg.us/images/03.05.12/24603.jpg FOV 90]
 
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For additional info see this thread on the Steam forums: http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2584112
 
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=== Better FOV Fix ===
 
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'''Note:''' This custom FOV will not break cutscenes, recoil, or any side effects like the above FOV fix. The only issue is that you may be banned from multiplayer by changing <code>Coalesced.bin</code>, however there has been no known reports of this happening and so should be considered a low risk.
 
−
 
 
−
1. Download Gibbed Mass Effect 3 Coalesced.bin tool from http://blog.gib.me/2012/02/16/mass-effect-3-coalesced-bin-tool/
 
−
 
 
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2. In the utility open <code>Coalesced.bin</code> from <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole\</code>
 
−
 
 
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3. In the utility, navigate to the bioinput.ini -> sfxgame -> sfxgamemodedefault -> bindings section.
 
−
 
 
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4. Add this custom binding and try what FoV suits you best. New lines can be added via empty line at the bottom of bindings list.
 
−
 
 
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<pre> ( Name="Period", Command="set SFXGame.SFXCameraMode FOV 100" ) </pre>
 
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5. If you've been using the previous FOV fix, revert <code>SharedAim</code> and <code>RightMouseButton</code> to their original values.
 
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6. Save the file and exit the utility.
 
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7. You will need to press the <code>Period</code> key once each gaming session while being able to control Shepard, i.e. not in a cutscene or menu.
 
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For an alternative method with the same result, see http://hamstergene.github.com/blog/2012-11-27-mass-effect-fov/
 
  
 
=== Language Fix ===
 
=== Language Fix ===
 
If you buy the game on Origin and discover the in-game menu and subtitles are a different language then English, there is a way to correct it;
 
If you buy the game on Origin and discover the in-game menu and subtitles are a different language then English, there is a way to correct it;
  
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{{Fixbox|1=
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{{Fixbox/fix|Language Fix}}
  
 
After you have downloaded and installed the game:
 
After you have downloaded and installed the game:
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*Download the language pack: [http://www.mediafire.com/?w6oj3xgf3lhk40r From MediaFire]
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1) Download the language pack: [http://www.mediafire.com/?w6oj3xgf3lhk40r From MediaFire]
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*Click Start, Run, and type:
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2) *Click Start, Run, and type:
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'''Regedit'''
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<code>Regedit</code>
  
 
and the press Enter
 
and the press Enter
  
 +
3)
 +
*on 32 bit Windows; Navigate to: <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\BioWare\Mass Effect 3]</code>
 +
*on 64 bit Windows; Navigate to : <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\BioWare\Mass Effect 3]</code>
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*Now change the <code>Locale</code> data to: <code>en_US</code> and change the final part of <code>GDFBinary</code> path to <code>GDFBinary_en_US.dll</code> by right clicking the relevant row and pressing 'edit value'.
  
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*on 32 bit Windows; Navigate to: '''[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\BioWare\Mass Effect 3]'''
 
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*on 64 bit Windows; Navigate to : '''[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\BioWare\Mass Effect 3]'''
 
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*Now change the '''Locale''' data to: '''en_US''' and change the final part of '''GDFBinary''' path to '''GDFBinary_en_US.dll''' by right clicking the relevant row and pressing 'edit value'.
 
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After changing these values go to:
 
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*on 32 bit Windows; Find:  '''[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Origin Games\71402]'''
 
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*on 64 bit Windows; Find:  '''[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Origin Games\71402]'''
 
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* Now change the '''Locale''' value to '''en_US''' by right clicking the relevant row and pressing 'edit value'.
 
  
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4)  After changing these values navigate to:
 +
*on 32 bit Windows; Find:  <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Origin Games\71402]</code>
 +
*on 64 bit Windows; Find:  <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Origin Games\71402]</code>
 +
* Now change the <code>Locale</code> value to <code>en_US</code> by right clicking the relevant row and pressing 'edit value'.
  
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Now replace the '''CookedPCConsole''' folder found in '''Mass Effect 3\BIOGame''' with the one found in the language pack, and accept all the changes and overwrites.
 
  
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Finally, just delete the '''BIOGame_RUS.tlk''' in your '''Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole''' folder and rename the '''BIOGame_INT.tlk''' language file, that you will find in the '''CookedPCConsole''' folder '''after''' you have replaced it with the one found in the language pack, to '''BIOGame_RUS.tlk'''.
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Now replace the <code>CookedPCConsole</code> folder found in <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame</code> with the one found in the language pack, and accept all the changes and overwrites.
  
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Finally, just delete the <code>BIOGame_RUS.tlk</code> in your <code>Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\CookedPCConsole</code> folder and rename the <code>BIOGame_INT.tlk</code> language file, that you will find in the <code>CookedPCConsole</code> folder '''after''' you have replaced it with the one found in the language pack, to <code>BIOGame_RUS.tlk</code>.
  
 
Mass effect 3 is now fully in English.
 
Mass effect 3 is now fully in English.
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}}
 
=== DLC Error ===
 
=== 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. To solve the error, open Origin and bring up Mass Effect 3's information by clicking the "i" icon below it. Then right click on the DLC causing the error and select "Check for update". A download should begin to download any missing or broken files. The DLC should work the next time you launch the game.
 
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. To solve the error, open Origin and bring up Mass Effect 3's information by clicking the "i" icon below it. Then right click on the DLC causing the error and select "Check for update". A download should begin to download any missing or broken files. The DLC should work the next time you launch the game.
  
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== Graphical Tweaks ==
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== Import Issues And Fixes ==
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=== Adjust Image Quality using Nvidia Inspector ===
 
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Advantages:
 
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*Ingame AA is post process AA that reduce texture quality but helps reduce visible aliasing but does not eliminate them.
 
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*Nvidia inspector can remove jaggly edges and enhance image quality
 
  
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Method:
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=== Import Save Game ===
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Open nVidia Inspector, and click Mass Effect 3 profile. Add the following settings:
 
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<pre>
 
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Antialiasing Compatibility = 0x080100C5 (Mass Effect, Mass Effect II)
 
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Antialiasing Mode = Override any application settings
 
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Antialiasing Setting =  4xMSAA.
 
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Antialiasing Transparency Multisampling = Enabled
 
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Antialiasing Transparency Supersampling = 4x Supersampling
 
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Anisotropic Filtering Mode = User-defined / Off
 
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Anisotropic Filtering Setting = 16x
 
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Texture Filtering Quality = High Quality.
 
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</pre>
 
−
Note: if this does not work, try antialiasing compatibility of 0x000010C1 (type it in manually into that field)
 
−
 
 
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Source:
 
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*[http://social.bioware.com/forum/Mass-Effect-3/Mass-Effect-3-PC-Technical-Support/Mass-Effect-3-Nvidia-Inspector-increase-image-quality-of-your-Game-9584008-1.html Post by Sneakback on the Bioware Mass Effect 3 forums].
 
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== Import Save Game ==
 
 
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].
 
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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=== What Decisions Are Imported ===
 
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A detailed page on the decisions that are transferred between each each Mass Effect save game import is available in the [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Save_File_Transfer Save File Transfer article] on the [http://masseffect.wikia.com/ Mass Effect Wiki] hosted by Wikia.
 
  
 
=== Import From Mass Effect 2 Folder ===
 
=== Import From Mass Effect 2 Folder ===
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=== Import Without Reinstalling ===
 
=== Import Without Reinstalling ===
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To import a Mass Effect 2 save file from an old computer to the one in which Mass Effect 3 is currently installed, copy your old career folders to:  
 
To import a Mass Effect 2 save file from an old computer to the one in which Mass Effect 3 is currently installed, copy your old career folders to:  
  
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<pre>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save\</pre>
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<code>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save\</code>
  
 
[http://www.masseffect2saves.com/import.php Click here] for more information regarding save imports.
 
[http://www.masseffect2saves.com/import.php Click here] for more information regarding save imports.
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== Import Issues And Fixes ==
 
 
=== Lost Old Save Game ===
 
=== Lost Old Save Game ===
 
One can replace an old save game 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.
 
One can replace an old save game 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.
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==== Method 1 - Rename Save Game Folder ====
 
==== Method 1 - Rename Save Game Folder ====
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A save editor may have changed the default folder structure. Change this back to the default to allow Mass Effect 3 to autodetect correctly. Change:
 
A save editor may have changed the default folder structure. Change this back to the default to allow Mass Effect 3 to autodetect correctly. Change:
  
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<pre>C:\Users\%USERNAME%\Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save\Name_12_Class_#####</pre>
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<code>C:\Users\%USERNAME%\Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 2\Save\Name_12_Class_#####</code>
  
 
Change the folder name to:
 
Change the folder name to:
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==== Method 2 - Edit gamersettings.ini ====
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==== Method 2 - Edit gamersettings.ini ====
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1) Navigate to <code>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\gamersettings.ini,/code>
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Change:
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<pre>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\gamersettings.ini</pre>
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* <code>%USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\gamersettings.ini</code>
  
 
Copy and paste the folder address for your ME 2 save next to
 
Copy and paste the folder address for your ME 2 save next to
  
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<pre>[SaveGames]
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<code>[SaveGames]
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Location=</pre>
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Location=</code>
  
 
So that:
 
So that:
  
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<code>[SaveGames]
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Location=C:\Users\<name>\My Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\</pre>
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Location=C:\Users\<name>\My Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\</code>
  
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Make sure that the above location is the correct location of your save games.
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{{ii}} Make sure that the above location is the correct location of your save games.
  
 
=== Import Xbox 360 Version ===
 
=== Import Xbox 360 Version ===
 
One can copy Mass Effect 2 save game data from Xbox 360 by referring to the guide entitled [[Mass Effect 2#Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files|Mass Effect 2 - Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files]].
 
One can copy Mass Effect 2 save game data from Xbox 360 by referring to the guide entitled [[Mass Effect 2#Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files|Mass Effect 2 - Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files]].
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== Controller Support ==
 
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Mass Effect 3 does not support standard controller configurations. Please refer to the [[:Category:Controller|controller page]] and [[JoyToKey]] to hack in controller support for this game.
 
  
 
== System requirements ==
 
== System requirements ==

Revision as of 02:41, 28 April 2013

Template:Infobox Mass Effect (series)

Mass Effect 3 can optionally import save games from Mass Effect 2, which in turn can import save games from Mass Effect.

General information

Social.bioware.com for game series

Availability

Template:Availability Table

All versions require Origin
DLC need to be bought through Social.Bioware.com, website uses BioWare points.
Game will not run in offline mode on Origin.

Game data

Template:Game Location Table

Video settings

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Borderless fullscreen windowed

If the taskbar appears on top, set the game to Fullscreen and then back to Window (No Border) to eliminate it.[1]

FOV Fix

Instructions

Better FOV Fix

Instructions

Adjust Image Quality using Nvidia Inspector

Instructions

Input settings

Template:Input Settings

Controller Support

Mass Effect 3 does not support standard controller configurations. Please refer to the controller page and JoyToKey to hack in controller support for this game.


Issues fixed

TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.

'Origin (EA) is no longer running. Mass Effect 3 will now close'

Instructions

64bit Version Error Message

The following error message may appear:

The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running. Check your computer's system information to see whether you need a x86 (32-bit) or x64 (64-bit) version of the program, and then contact the software publisher.

Selecting Mass Effect 3 in Origin and clicking 'repair install' and 'check for update' may fix this issue.

Mouse Causing Stuttering

Mouse movement may cause slowdowns. This can be fixed by disabling Origin overlay within the game.

Instructions

Startup Crash

This error message may appear on startup: 

 Problem signature:
 Problem Event Name:    BEX
 Application Name:    MassEffect3.exe
 Application Version:    1.1.5427.4
 Application Timestamp:    4f46d052
 Fault Module Name:    awc.dll
 Fault Module Version:    3.2.4.6
 Fault Module Timestamp:    4ee2521d
 Exception Offset:    0008342f
 Exception Code:    c0000417
 Exception Data:    00000000
 OS Version:    6.1.7601.2.1.0.768.3
 Locale ID:    1033
 Additional Information 1:    636e
 Additional Information 2:    636ed4ad6e2ce5a3e01564e40133fee8
 Additional Information 3:    61e2
 Additional Information 4:    61e20e96bfcd8b3479be5a6b63429556

Going into the folder C:\Program Files (x86)\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\Binaries\Win32\ and remove or rename the "atiags.dll" may fix this issue.

Crash on From Ashes DLC

At Eden Prime, shortly after watching the cutscene for the first pod, the player crashes.

To fix this, access the second pod first, and then the first pod.

There is a second way to fix this so you can watch the vids in order: And that is right after the first vid has done playing start pressing your escape button a few times.

Retail CD Install Issue

Some users experience issues installing Mass Effect 3 from a retail disc. After starting the install process and entering the CD 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 your Origin 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 internet connections, this may not be a viable option. It is still possible to install from the CD's using the following workaround:

Instructions

Origin Install Issue

In some cases where Mass Effect 3 has been downloaded through Origin, upon installation users are met with this error message:

Error: The VC++ runtime redistributable package was not installed successfully. Setup cannot continue.

In order to solve the issue:

Instructions

Language Fix

If you buy the game on Origin and discover the in-game menu and subtitles are a different language then English, there is a way to correct it;

Instructions

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. To solve the error, open Origin and bring up Mass Effect 3's information by clicking the "i" icon below it. Then right click on the DLC causing the error and select "Check for update". A download should begin to download any missing or broken files. The DLC should work the next time you launch the game.

Import Issues And Fixes

Import Save Game

For general troubleshooting with importing, please refer to EA's save game import FAQ and this detailed post about modding and save game imports from LiveJournal user bluefall.

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

Instructions

Lost Old Save Game

One can replace an old save game 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

If a Mass Effect 2 save game is not detected, there are currently some methods to fix this.

Method 1 - Rename Save Game Folder

Instructions

Method 2 - Edit gamersettings.ini

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1) Navigate to %USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\gamersettings.ini,/code>

2)Change:

  • %USERPROFILE%\My Documents\My Games\Bioware\Mass Effect 3\BIOGame\Config\gamersettings.ini

Copy and paste the folder address for your ME 2 save next to

[SaveGames] Location=

So that:

[SaveGames] Location=C:\Users\<name>\My Documents\BioWare\Mass Effect 2\Save\

Make sure that the above location is the correct location of your save games.

Import Xbox 360 Version

One can copy Mass Effect 2 save game data from Xbox 360 by referring to the guide entitled Mass Effect 2 - Import Xbox 360 Mass Effect 2 Save Files.

System requirements

Template:System Requirements

References

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