What $200 Million Means for the Future of Mass Effect
If EA remains unwilling to sell or fund a new Mass Effect, the franchise could stay dormant indefinitely, leaving fans with little hope beyond petitions. However, a well-funded studio with a disciplin…
If EA remains unwilling to sell or fund a new Mass Effect, the franchise could stay dormant indefinitely, leaving fans with little hope beyond petitions. However, a well-funded studio with a disciplin…
Key points - BioWare co-founder Trent Oster estimates a new Mass Effect would cost $200 million or more. - The #SaveMassEffect movement has gathered over 300,000 signatures on Change.org. - Fans want EA to either fund more Mass Effect games or sell/license the IP. - Oster believes an experienced, disciplined team could make a new Mass Effect for less than $200 million. - EA has a history of holding onto dormant IP rather than selling it.
Timeline - November 4, 2026: Trent Oster tweets support for #SaveMassEffect and estimates $200M+ cost for a new game. - Before November 2026: EA abruptly closes BioWare, leading to the cancellation of Mass Effect 5. - Ongoing: #SaveMassEffect petition surpasses 300,000 signatures on Change.org.
FAQ
Q: How much would it cost to make a new Mass Effect? A: Trent Oster estimates $200 million or more, based on comparable AAA games. However, he believes a disciplined, experienced team could do it for less.
Q: Is EA willing to sell the Mass Effect IP? A: There's no indication EA is willing to sell. The company is known for holding onto dormant IP rather than selling it.
Q: What is the #SaveMassEffect movement? A: A fan campaign with over 300,000 signatures urging EA to either fund more Mass Effect games or sell/license the IP to another developer.
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