Only finished ME1 so I'll update after each game.
Mass Effect 1: It feels vastly improved over the original version in a few areas, namely combat based ones. But it doesn't do enough to fix the issues of the game. Navigation can still be a pain if you aren't familiar with the game, the Mako sections of missions are horribly designed. Just linear paths that place 2-4 Geth Troopers in your path (that take half a second to kill each).
I do however realize that stellar level design is not why people are drawn to ME1, it's the establishment of the cast and the lore that's introduced. Both of which are actually stellar. The set plot is rather one note, but it's establishing the basis of the space epic so it gets a slight pass. As it does a great job of setting up the rest of the installments. I do appreciate how much your decisions matter, and that you face consequences depending on what you choose.
Most aspects of the game still lack depth. A fairly simple weapon/armor/skill system that is rarely required to actually advance. Very small enemy variety can lead to some boredom, etc. But overall, still a good game. Not great, not bad, just good.
☆☆☆
Mass Effect 1: It feels vastly improved over the original version in a few areas, namely combat based ones. But it doesn't do enough to fix the issues of the game. Navigation can still be a pain if you aren't familiar with the game, the Mako sections of missions are horribly designed. Just linear paths that place 2-4 Geth Troopers in your path (that take half a second to kill each).
I do however realize that stellar level design is not why people are drawn to ME1, it's the establishment of the cast and the lore that's introduced. Both of which are actually stellar. The set plot is rather one note, but it's establishing the basis of the space epic so it gets a slight pass. As it does a great job of setting up the rest of the installments. I do appreciate how much your decisions matter, and that you face consequences depending on what you choose.
Most aspects of the game still lack depth. A fairly simple weapon/armor/skill system that is rarely required to actually advance. Very small enemy variety can lead to some boredom, etc. But overall, still a good game. Not great, not bad, just good.
☆☆☆