Mass Effect 2

I'm nearly there! 30 hours in and I'm pretty sure I'll have it done in the next couple of days. The reason it's taking me so long is my compulsive need to explore every planet and complete every side mission. I just feel like I'm missing out if I haven't seen every corner of the game and this technique is certainly making this superb game last longer. I don't want it to end!

So why is it so good? The gameplay truly is ace and I place a lot of importance on gameplay. While yes, Mass Effect 2 is kinda an RPG with leveling up, hub homeworlds and a focus on exploration, the combat is excellent, something other RPG games can find difficult. The cover an shoot system works a bloody treat and makes the action heavy sections of the game a pleasure to play through. Not once have I groaned as another wave of enemies have moved in for the kill, which is quite a feat.

I suppose what makes Mass Effect so great is it takes all the best elements of an RPG (character development, exploration) and applies it to a third person action adventure. In essence, it could not be more my type of game!

And I don't care what people say, me and Garrus hold a lot of respect for one another and if we want to vent a little 'frustration' with each other, there's noting wrong with that! Even if he does have insect mandibles...