What happens if you play Mass Effect 3 without playing 1 and 2?

It is impossible to save both. If you skip to Mass Effect 2, the game chooses for you, based on the gender of your Shepard. However, a third squadmate can also die in the first Mass Effect – this character returns for a major role in Mass Effect 3; or at least, they do if you keep them alive.

Do you need to play all Mass Effect 1 before 2?

Yes. Mass Effect 1, which was released before its sequels, was made so that you can play it without having played the subsequent games. It also starts the story of the Mass Effect series, so if you are interested in the story, it is a good place to start.

Can you play Mass Effect 3 without playing the others?

You need to play through all three games in order, together with all the story-based DLC if you can afford it (the actual games are often very cheap, but EA stings you by the DLC costs). Playing ME3 without the others is a little like picking up a book and only reading the last third of the story.

What happens if you don’t play Mass Effect 1?

Definitely. If you don’t play Mass Effect 1 in a completionist way, certain events default to sub-optimal resolution, which then means that in Mass Effect 2 and 3, you will be “robbed” of the potential consequences of their optimal resolutions. Example: In Mass Effect 1, there is a massive mission on the planet Virmire.

Which is the best Mass Effect game to play?

For players that just want to experience the action gameplay of Mass Effect without worrying about the story, Mass Effect 3 is probably the best game to play first. Basically, if you really want the depth and roleplaying aspect, you’ll be missing out if you start with Mass Effect 3, but it depends how much you care.

What does Mass Effect 2 transfer to Mass Effect 3?

These are the things that will transfer from Mass Effect 2 to 3. That is all, but of coarse there is more when you beat Mass Effect 3!!! And if you completed the Kasumi DLC, the fancy clothes carry over. Tons, but not all game affecting. All the extras you had in your cabins get packed up and hidden around the ship.

Do you have to start Mass Effect 2 with ME1?

However, you can start with 2 and still wholeheartedly enjoy it. I would recommend that if you have a hard time with older games or started and abandoned ME1. So f you have a choice between starting with ME2 or not playing ME at all, don’t worry, just start with 2. You will probably want to play ME1 anyways when you finished 2 and 3.