Mass Effect Petition To Save The Franchise Has Hit Over 200,000 Signatures

Fans of the Mass Effect franchise have started a petition in an effort to save the IP following news that its developer, BioWare, is being shuttered by Electronic Arts as part of a major round of layoffs.

The petition on Change.Org has already seen over 200,000 signatures and was created by Joe Smith, and requests “EA to take decisive action by committing to the continued development of Mass Effect. This commitment requires proper funding, adequate staffing, and time allocation to maintain and advance the high standards the franchise is known for.”

It goes on to say that if EA decides to refuse to continue development of the series, then they should instead license the Mass Effect IP to another team.

Mass Effect holds a special place in the hearts of millions of players worldwide. Its rich and immersive sci-fi universe, with Commander Shepard leading the iconic crew aboard the Normandy, has captivated gamers for years. However, recent revelations have cast a shadow over its future. The decline in dedicated resources and ambiguous development plans from Electronic Arts (EA) threaten to leave this beloved series at a standstill, jeopardizing its incredible legacy.

BioWare originally announced the next Mass Effect game in 2020, although shared few details on the project for the past six years. However, last week a trailer emerged showcasing footage of the project, named Mass Effect universe, which would have taken place hundreds of years after the events of the original trilogy.

Despite BioWare closing its doors, Amazon MGM’s planned Mass Effect series is still very much on the cards.

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