What the Mass Effect Cancellation Means for Players
This boycott and petition show how deeply players care about Mass Effect, but EA's history suggests fan pressure may not reverse the decision. The outcome could set a precedent for how publishers hand…
This boycott and petition show how deeply players care about Mass Effect, but EA's history suggests fan pressure may not reverse the decision. The outcome could set a precedent for how publishers hand…
Key points - EA announced on October 21 plans to shut down BioWare and cancel the next Mass Effect game. - Fans are calling for a boycott of EA products and rallying under #savemasseffect. - A fanmade petition asking EA to sell the IP or hand development to another studio has over 76,500 signatures. - A leaked trailer for the canceled game, reportedly titled Mass Effect Universe, surfaced online. - Industry analysts and former BioWare bosses say EA is unlikely to listen to fan demands.
Timeline - October 21: EA announces shutdown of BioWare and cancellation of next Mass Effect game. - Two days after announcement: Fans organize #savemasseffect and boycott calls; petition surpasses 76,500 signatures. - Yesterday (relative to article): Full-length trailer for the canceled Mass Effect game leaks online.
FAQ
Q: Why are fans boycotting EA? A: Fans are angry that EA shut down BioWare and canceled the next Mass Effect game. They want EA to either finish the game or sell the IP to another studio.
Q: What is the petition asking for? A: The fanmade petition asks EA to sell the Mass Effect IP to other developers or hand development of Mass Effect 5 to a different studio.
Q: Is EA likely to change its decision? A: According to industry analysts and former BioWare bosses, it's not likely that EA will listen to fans' demands.
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