Entries from Katrina Johnson tagged with 'Mass Effect'
Lukewarm Finale
After the incredible reveal in KOTOR, I was really looking forward to the finale. I was extremely motivated to play after that fantastic twist. I wondered how the writers would deal with such a great shift in character and what...
KOTOR, Take 2
After I finished Mass Effect, I was desperate to find a new game. I wanted an experience that would draw me in and take me on a fantastic journey. I knew it would be difficult to find a current game...
A Comical Episode
Penny Arcade web comics have been famous with gamers for years for their humorous interpretations of popular games and culture. The writers' wit and charm extend beyond the comics to their news columns, where the writers often give very fair...
An Effective Ending
In just over 35 hours, I completed Mass Effect. That might seem like a long time, but it was well worth it to me. I finished every sidequest I could, explored every planet in the galaxy, and played through the...
&@#! Maws and Rockets
There are few moments in a game where I get so frustrated that I just want to quit. Most of the time, I’ll get annoyed with a flaw in the design, but I try to stick to my guns and...
Massive Affect
*SPOILER WARNING* Please do not read on if you intend to play Mass Effect. I will do my best not to reveal unnecessary information, but it is impossible to discuss the impact of a certain portion of the game without...
One Effective Game
It’s easy to complain about a game. When something goes wrong, I can often pinpoint the problem and propose a solution. However, when something goes right, it’s often harder to explain why. If someone asked me why I like chocolate...
Game Developer’s Community
I had heard that the Game Devevloper's Conference (GDC) was one of the biggest game conferences, but the idea of going was a vague idea for me when I went to the D.I.C.E. Summit last year. However, by the end...
Flawed Mako
I’ve been playing a lot of Mass Effect lately, and I love it. I look forward to playing each moment, except areas that require use of the Mako, a futuristic planetary-exploration vehicle. The game encourages the player to use this...
Amassing Achievements
With the increasing online component of many games, it comes as no surprise that achievements and points have become a measure of gamer status. Instead of just beating a game, you can now prove how much effort you invested in...
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