New Mass Effect Game Was Years Away Before BioWare Cancellation

Fans were saddened to hear about the cancellation of the next Mass Effect entry following the closure of BioWare. While many hoped the game was nearing completion after its 2020 announcement, new reports suggest that the project was actually still in pre production. It seems the studio was facing significant delays that kept the game years away from being finished.

A major reason for these setbacks was the heavy focus on Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The team at BioWare prioritized that title, which slowed down progress on other projects including the return of the Mass Effect series. This shift in resources left the future of the space exploration franchise in a difficult position.

It is always tough to see a project get canceled, especially when fans have been waiting for a new story in this iconic universe. For now, players will have to wait for any word on if the series might be picked up again in the future or if this marks a long break for the franchise.