In Mass Effect 2 (shipping January 26th for the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system, PC), a shooter RPG from EA's award-winning BioWare™ division, there are three unique pieces of armor: two helmets and a visor. The game was recently named by The New York Times as one of 2010's most anticipated games
On January 26 Mass Effect 2 Players Can Download Exciting Bonus Content
Edmonton, Alberta (January 19, 2010) – BioWare, a division of EA, today revealed 'The Cerberus Network', an in-game portal in Mass Effect 2 that will keep fans engaged with the rich and dynamic Mass Effect universe through downloadable content (DLC) and news. 'The Cerberus Network' is activated exclusively by original purchasers of Mass Effect 2 through a single-use unlock code that comes included in retail and digital versions of the game worldwide. 'The Cerberus Network' is a conduit for players to receive bonus content as well as daily messages and news on upcoming releases for Mass Effect 2 for no extra charge. For players who do not buy the game new, 'The Cerberus Network' can be unlocked through a one-time, in-game purchase of a new activation code*.
Mass Effect 2 is the first blockbuster video game releaseof 2010, having recently been named as one of the "Most AnticipatedGames of the Year" by the New York Times, IGN and Wired.
"The Cerberus Network augments and extends the rich universe of Mass Effect 2," said Dr. Ray Muzyka, co-founder, BioWare and Group General Manager of the RPG/MMO Group of EA. "We're thrilled to be able to reward loyal BioWare and Mass Effectfans with ongoing, high quality content and provide a direct channelfor our players to dive deeper into the intriguing lore of Mass Effect."
Players who access 'The Cerberus Network' will receive the first DLC pack on January 26th(launch day in North America) featuring new missions and in-game items.Included in this pack is a mission that introduces Zaeed, a rugged anddeadly gun-for-hire who is recruited to join Commander Shepard'smission to save mankind.
After launch, BioWare will release another DLC pack for Mass Effect 2 that introduces the Hammerhead, a new vehicle in the Mass Effect universe. This agile hover tank features improved handling on roughterrain and maneuvers deftly in combat -- a necessity for playerstraveling across harsh planetary environments throughout the galaxy. Inaddition to this new vehicle, BioWare will release new missions andunique in-game items, including Cerberus Assault Armor which boostshields, health and heavy weapon ammo and the M-22 Eviscerator Shotgun.
The Mass Effect trilogy is an epic science fictionadventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien life andmysterious, uncharted planets. In Mass Effect 2, players willstep into the role of the heroic Commander Shepard, commanding a crewof the most dangerous operatives from across the galaxy on a mission sochallenging that it's potentially suicidal. Featuring intense shooteraction, a rich futuristic storyline, stunning space exploration andemotionally engaging characters, the game delivers an unparalleledcinematic experience.
Mass Effect 2 is scheduled for release on the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system and PCon January 26, 2010 in North America and January 29, 2010 in Europe andhas been rated 'M' for Mature by the ESRB and '18+' by PEGI. For morenews from the development team, please follow us on Twitter at masseffect2 or visit the game's official website at the Official Website.
*Activation is tied to a specific EA Online account and is non-transferable.
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