Mass Effect vs Mass Effect 3
If you are torn between Mass Effect and Mass Effect 3, the two share Romance; here is how the numbers split. Mass Effect 3 wins 3 of our metrics to 1.
Mass Effect
Mass Effect 3| Metric | Mass Effect | Mass Effect 3 | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player rating | ★ 4.39 | ★ 4.40 | Mass Effect 3 by 0.01 |
| Metacritic | 89 | 90 | Mass Effect 3 by 1 (1%) |
| Catalog popularity | 9,045 adds | 4,731 adds | Mass Effect by 4314 (48%) |
| Avg. playtime | 9h | 30h | Mass Effect 3 is longer |
| Platform families | 3 | 4 | Mass Effect 3 |
| Release year | 2007 | 2012 | Mass Effect 3 is newer by 5 yr |
Platform exclusives
- Mass Effect 3 only: Nintendo
Verdict
Mass Effect 3 takes 3 of 4 measurable categories. Both lean on Romance, so whichever you pick, the core feel carries over.
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Base game data via RAWG. Comparison computed by us.