What the BioWare Petition Means for Mass Effect Fans

This puts public and political pressure on EA, potentially setting a precedent for government intervention in foreign acquisitions of Canadian studios. For players, it keeps hope alive but doesn't gua…

This puts public and political pressure on EA, potentially setting a precedent for government intervention in foreign acquisitions of Canadian studios. For players, it keeps hope alive but doesn't gua…

Key points - A petition for federal support of BioWare has surpassed the 500-signature threshold to be presented in Canada's House of Commons. - The petition has 3,488 signatures and asks the government to help BioWare secure independence from EA. - NDP leader Don Davies publicly supports the #SaveMassEffect movement and urges fans to sign. - The government must respond to the petition within 45 calendar days. - Saving Mass Effect 5 would cost over $200 million, according to BioWare's co-founder.

Timeline - November 6, 2026: Don Davies posts a scathing rebuke of EA and voices support for BioWare and the #SaveMassEffect movement. - Recently: The government petition surpasses the 500-signature threshold, reaching 3,488 signatures. - Last month: EA closes BioWare and cancels Mass Effect 5, sparking the #SaveMassEffect movement.

FAQ

Q: What is the petition for federal support of BioWare asking for? A: It asks the Canadian government to provide capital for BioWare to become independent from EA, protect Canadian businesses, and preserve BioWare's cultural contributions.

Q: Does this mean BioWare is coming back? A: Not necessarily. The NDP lacks power, and EA still owns BioWare's IP and is reluctant to sell, so the studio's future remains uncertain.

Q: How many signatures does the petition need? A: It needed 500 to be certified and presented in the House of Commons. It now has 3,488, far exceeding the threshold.