"Mass Effect 5 Graphics: Not Veilguard or Pixar Style"

Fans of the Mass Effect series who have been concerned about the direction BioWare might take with the next installment, especially in light of the stylistic choices made in Dragon Age: Veilguard, can breathe a sigh of relief. The project director for Mass Effect 5, Michael Gamble, has directly addressed these concerns, reassuring fans that the upcoming game will stay true to the mature and photorealistic tone that defined the original trilogy.

Mass Effect's Next Game Will Remain Photorealistic and Mature

The next chapter in the Mass Effect saga, tentatively called "Mass Effect 5," is set to continue the series' tradition of delivering a mature narrative. The original trilogy was celebrated for its realistic visuals and compelling storytelling that tackled intense subjects with cinematic flair, as noted by trilogy game director Casey Hudson.

With the release of Dragon Age: Veilguard looming on October 31, Michael Gamble took to Twitter (X) to clarify the stylistic direction of Mass Effect 5. Fans had voiced concerns that Veilguard's Disney or Pixar-like visual style might influence the next Mass Effect game. However, Gamble was quick to dispel these fears, stating, "Both are from the studio, but Mass Effect is Mass Effect. How you bring a Sci Fi RPG to life is different than other genres or IPs...and has to have different kinds of love." He further affirmed, "Mass Effect will maintain the mature tone of the original Trilogy. This is all I'm gonna say for now."

In his tweets, Gamble also expressed his disagreement with the comparison of Veilguard to Pixar's style, emphasizing that Mass Effect would remain photorealistic under his leadership. While specifics about Mass Effect 5 remain under wraps, fans can rest assured that the game will not deviate from its established visual and thematic identity.

N7 Day 2024 Could Bring New Mass Effect 5 Trailer or Announcement

As N7 Day, also known as Mass Effect Day, approaches on November 7, anticipation is building among fans for potential updates on Mass Effect 5. Historically, BioWare has used this day to make significant announcements related to the franchise. In 2020, they unveiled the Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, a remastered collection of the original trilogy.

Last year's N7 Day featured a series of cryptic posts that hinted at the storyline, potential character returns, and even the working title of Mass Effect 5. These teasers included clips of a mysterious character adorned with an N7 logo, culminating in a 34-second video. While no major details have been released since, the community is hopeful for a new teaser or significant announcement during N7 Day 2024.