Aller au contenu

Photo

Mass Effect 3 Demo Release Date and Information


  • Ce sujet est fermé Ce sujet est fermé
1022 réponses à ce sujet

#1
Chris Priestly

Chris Priestly
  • Members
  • 7 259 messages
Today we are very pleased to announce the release date for the upcoming Mass Effect 3 Single Player and Multiplayer demo. Please check out the FAQ below for details on when it will be available and information you need to know.

When is the demo for Mass Effect 3 being released?

The demo for Mass Effect 3 will be released on February 14, 2012. Timing may vary by platform and geographic region.


What platforms will the demo be on?

The demo will be on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC platforms.


What are the system requirements for the PC version of the demo?

Minimum Spec:

OS - Windows XP SP3/Vista SP1, Win 7

*Supported chipsets: NVIDIA 7900 or better; ATI X1800 or better.  Please note that NVIDIA GeForce 9300, 8500, 8400, and 8300 are below minimum system requirements, as are AMD/ATI Radeon HD3200, HD3300, and HD4350.   Updates to your video and sound card drivers may be required.

CPU - 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (equivalent AMD CPU)

RAM - 1GB for XP / 2GB RAM for Vista/Win 7

Disc Drive - 1x speed

Hard Drive -  2.5 GB of free space

Video - 256 MB* (with Pixel Shader 3.0 support)

Sound - DirectX 9.0c compatible

DirectX - DirectX 9.0c August 2009 (included)


Recommended Spec:

OS - Windows XP SP3/Vista SP1, Win 7

CPU - 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (equivalent AMD CPU)

RAM - 2GB for XP / 4GB RAM for Vista/Win 7

Disc Drive - 1x speed

Hard Drive - 2.5 GB of free space

Video - AMD/ATI Radeon HD 4850 512 MB or greater, NVidia GeForce 9800 GT 512 MB or greater

Sound - DirectX 9.0c compatible


What content will be included in the Mass Effect 3 demo?

There are two sections in the Mass Effect 3 demo, both included as part of a single download: The single player section includes 2 areas: the opening level featuring the Reaper attack on Earth, and a level further into the game where Shepard travels to an alien home world to seek their assistance in the war effort. This will be approximately 1 to 2 hours of content.The co-op multiplayer section includes 2 maps: Slum and Noveria.  This section will be open to players who have qualified for the early multiplayer access as of Feb 14, and will then open up to all players on Feb 17.


How do I qualify to play the co-op multiplayer section before Feb 17?

The early access program for the demo’s multiplayer section begins on Feb 14, 2012To gain access to multiplayer in the demo any time between Feb 14 and when it opens up for everyone on Feb 17, a player must have met one of the following criteria:
Own Battlefield 3 and have activated BF3’s Online Pass. Logging into the demo using the EA Origin Account linked to that Online Pass will automatically unlock the multiplayer section of the demo.  Note that you do not have to enter a code anywhere – if you have activated your BF3 online pass, the multiplayer section of the demo will be unlocked for you when the demo goes live.Participate in an early access program that will be announced on Feb 7, 2012 – watch this site for more details.


Is there a way to verify I am qualified for the early access to co-op multiplayer?

Starting Feb 7, 2012 there will be a form on www.masseffect.com which can be used to verify if your EA Origin Account has been assigned early access privileges.


Can Mass Effect 3 co-op multiplayer be played split-screen?

No – the co-op multiplayer in Mass Effect 3 is online only.


What languages will the demo be in?

•     In-Game Voice Languages: US-English

•     In-Game Text Languages: US, FR, IT, DE, ES, RU, PL

Can I import saves from Mass Effect 2? Does the demo create a save game for the full version of Mass Effect 3?

The demo does not support save importing and does not create a save game for the full version of Mass Effect 3.


What character class can I play in the demo? Can I customize my character?

All six classes from the full game are included: Soldier, Vanguard, Sentinel, Engineer, Infiltrator and Adept.Players will be able to create a male or female Shepard, customize their appearance, and level up their character’s abilities and powers.

Will the demo feature the ability to set player initial player experience options by selecting “Action, “Role-Playing”, or “Story” settings?

Yes.


Is Origin required to play the PC version of the demo?

Yes. You will need to download and install the Origin Client (Link) and have a valid Origin account.


Will playing the Mass Effect 3 demo spoil the main game story for me?

The single player section of the Mass Effect 3 demo is taken from the main game and therefore by definition could be
considered to contain spoilers. The multiplayer section of the demo does not contain spoilers.


How long will the demo be available?

The multiplayer section of the demo will be deactivated March 5, 2012 The single player demo will continue to be
available past game launch (for a number of months – exact date for the demo to be taken offline is TBD).


Does the demo support Kinect on Xbox 360? In what languages?

Yes, the Xbox 360 demo of Mass Effect 3 does support Kinect functionality. The demo will have the same Kinect voice command language support as the full game: English (American, Australian and British dialects), French,
German and Italian.

Edit: More questions and answers added below


Will there be any in game items given for playing the Mass Effect 3 demo?

We will have more details on this on February 7th.


How much storage space will the demo take up on my console (Xbox 360 and PS3)?

The demo will take up under 2GB of space on consoles.


Can you play Mass Effect 3 Multiplayer with bots?

No. Multiplayer is played online with other Mass Effect 3 players.


Will any data from Mass Effect 3 Multiplayer carry over into the real game? Like the Galactic Readiness level or similar?

No, no data from the Multiplay or Sinle Player demo carries into the real game.


Can I choose squadmates in the Single Player or Multiplayer demo?


In the Single Player demo you are on 2 preset missions, so you do not select your party members (this will be more clear when you play the demo). In Multiplayer, you do not play with party NPCs, you play with other real players.


Can you play as different races in the Multiplayer demo? Which ones?


Yes, there are different races that you can play as in the multiplayer demo. We will be revealing more on these races soon.


Can you play the Multiplayer demo solo?


You can try, but it will be difficult as Multiplayer is designed for more than one person to play.


Is Microsoft giving players full Xbox Live Gold benefits during the demo period - including access to Netflix, ESPN, Hulu Plus and more?

No - to clarify, Microsoft is removing membership restrictions from the ME3 demo. Normally if a player does not have XBox Live Gold, they would not be able to download the demo until a week after it is released, and would not have access to the multiplayer features of the demo. In this case, all players will be able to download the demo when it releases and all players will be able to play multiplayer in the demo regardless of Xbox Live membership level starting February 14 (for early access participants) or February 17 (all other players). There are no special steps required to obtain these benefits, it will be seamless for all players. To check out all the benefits of Xbox LIVE Gold membership, try the free Gold weekend February 3rd through 5th


If you have further questions, please ask them below and get ready to play the demo of Mass Effect 3! :)



:devil:

Modifié par Chris Priestly, 03 février 2012 - 08:58 .


#2
Arcadian Legend

Arcadian Legend
  • Members
  • 8 820 messages
Remaking a better thread here I see.

#3
Guest_The PLC_*

Guest_The PLC_*
  • Guests
Will the demo have unlockable stuff like for the full game? 'cus I really don't want to spoil the intro of the game with a demo :(

#4
Il Divo

Il Divo
  • Members
  • 9 749 messages

Chris Priestly wrote...

What character class can I play in the demo? Can I customize my character?

All six classes from the full game are included: Soldier, Vanguard, Sentinel, Engineer, Infiltrator and Vanguard.Players will be able to create a male or female Shepard, customize their appearance, and level up their character’s abilities and powers.


You might want to edit that to say Adept, otherwise some people might get frightened. Posted Image

#5
Usikan

Usikan
  • Members
  • 20 messages
Nice! Can someone explain the “Action, “Role-Playing”, or “Story” setting, please? I am curious. Thanks!

Modifié par Usikan, 18 janvier 2012 - 02:07 .


#6
Arijharn

Arijharn
  • Members
  • 2 850 messages
Wait, so we can't play Adept? Or did you just forget it in your list?

EDIT: See, I'm already frightened!

Modifié par Arijharn, 18 janvier 2012 - 02:08 .


#7
Chris Priestly

Chris Priestly
  • Members
  • 7 259 messages

Il Divo wrote...
You might want to edit that to say Adept, otherwise some people might get frightened. Posted Image


That'll teach me to copy & paste. :whistle:




:devil:

#8
CroGamer002

CroGamer002
  • Members
  • 20 672 messages
Finally.

#9
SNascimento

SNascimento
  • Members
  • 6 000 messages
Will make do.

#10
double02

double02
  • Members
  • 1 025 messages
How much storage space will the demo take up on the consoles(GB)?

#11
Zaalbar

Zaalbar
  • Members
  • 845 messages
 Very Nice:wizard:

#12
Cloaking_Thane

Cloaking_Thane
  • Members
  • 2 838 messages

The PLC wrote...

Will the demo have unlockable stuff like for the full game? 'cus I really don't want to spoil the intro of the game with a demo :(


This

Also Feb 14th, I have to dinner plans that night obviously arghhh

#13
Guest_The PLC_*

Guest_The PLC_*
  • Guests

Cloaking_Thane wrote...

The PLC wrote...

Will the demo have unlockable stuff like for the full game? 'cus I really don't want to spoil the intro of the game with a demo :(


This

Thank you for 'this'ing my post. It's very important.

#14
Fredvdp

Fredvdp
  • Members
  • 6 186 messages
Very low system requirements. Players with older PCs should be pleased.

#15
PSUHammer

PSUHammer
  • Members
  • 3 302 messages
Any in game bonuses from completing/playing the demo?

EDIT:  Just saw someone already asked...sorry to double up on that!

Modifié par Hammer6767, 18 janvier 2012 - 02:16 .


#16
BiggBno

BiggBno
  • Members
  • 45 messages
About multiplayer, will there be the possibility to play with bots?

#17
Guest_The PLC_*

Guest_The PLC_*
  • Guests

Hammer6767 wrote...

Any in game bonuses from completing/playing the demo?

Excellent question!

#18
Guest_TheDaniellasaur_*

Guest_TheDaniellasaur_*
  • Guests
Oh great, so we have to wait till 17th Feb instead.

#19
MarchWaltz

MarchWaltz
  • Members
  • 3 232 messages
Hmm, this is what I like about Mass Effect. The demo might be only, lets say, 1 hour, but there's six classes to play!

I did not buy BF3, but I only have to wait 3 days for multiplayer to unlock. Not bad.

#20
Phobos_S

Phobos_S
  • Members
  • 7 messages

The PLC wrote...

Will the demo have unlockable stuff like for the full game? 'cus I really don't want to spoil the intro of the game with a demo :(


Exactly my question. Since Kingdoms of Amalur demo has ulockables for the full game and ME3, and ME3 demo has ulockables for KoA, maybe there will be some ulockables in ME3 full game for those who played the demo?

#21
Astarothkun

Astarothkun
  • Members
  • 133 messages
One word: Finally!

#22
MarchWaltz

MarchWaltz
  • Members
  • 3 232 messages
Does the demo include people who are stuck in glass?

#23
ElitePinecone

ElitePinecone
  • Members
  • 12 935 messages
Excellent. Thanks, Chris!

#24
LPPrince

LPPrince
  • Members
  • 54 756 messages
Hey Chris, what are the unlocks for Mass Effect 3 that we'll earn for completing the demo(if there are any)?

#25
Guest_The PLC_*

Guest_The PLC_*
  • Guests

Phobos_S wrote...

The PLC wrote...

Will the demo have unlockable stuff like for the full game? 'cus I really don't want to spoil the intro of the game with a demo :(


Exactly my question. Since Kingdoms of Amalur demo has ulockables for the full game and ME3, and ME3 demo has ulockables for KoA, maybe there will be some ulockables in ME3 full game for those who played the demo?

Exactly my question!