Mass Effect 2 cover art

Mass Effect 2

by BioWare · published by Electronic Arts

Released January 26, 2010 on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Mass Effect 2 E3 Trailer thumbnail

About Mass Effect 2

Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure. Game Features: Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items. Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy. Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.

Two years after Commander Shepard repelled invading Reapers bent on the destruction of organic life, a mysterious new enemy has emerged. On the fringes of known space, something is silently abducting entire human colonies. Now Shepard must work with Cerberus, a ruthless organization devoted to human survival at any cost, to stop the most terrifying threat mankind has ever faced. To even attempt this perilous mission, Shepard must assemble the galaxy's most elite team and command the most powerful ship ever built. Even then, they say it would be suicide. Commander Shepard intends to prove them wrong.

Release dates by platform

Xbox 360NAJanuary 26, 2010 · Out now
PCJanuary 26, 2010 · Out now
Xbox 360AUJanuary 28, 2010 · Out now
Xbox 360EUJanuary 29, 2010 · Out now
PlayStation 3NAJanuary 18, 2011 · Out now
PlayStation 3EUJanuary 21, 2011 · Out now
PlayStation 3AUJanuary 27, 2011 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score969 reviews
Steam reviewsMostly Positive78% of 388 positive
Player score912780 ratings on IGDB
Playing now15on Steam at last update

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OS *Windows 7 64bit
Processor1.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent AMD CPU
Memory2 GB RAM
Graphics256 MB (with Pixel Shader 3.0 support)
DirectXVersion 9.0c
Storage22 GB available space

Recommended

OS *Windows 7 64bit
Processor2.6+ GHz Core 2 Duo Intel or equivalent AMD CPU
Memory2 GB RAM
GraphicsATI Radeon HD 2900 XT, NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT, or better recommended
DirectXVersion 9.0c
Storage22 GB available space

Mass Effect 2 FAQ

When did Mass Effect 2 come out?

Mass Effect 2 was released on January 26, 2010 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Is Mass Effect 2 on PlayStation 5?

No. Mass Effect 2 has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Is Mass Effect 2 on Xbox Series X|S?

No. Mass Effect 2 has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Is Mass Effect 2 on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Mass Effect 2 has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Who is making Mass Effect 2?

Mass Effect 2 is developed by BioWare and BioWare Edmonton and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Mass Effect 2 multiplayer?

No. Mass Effect 2 is single player only.

How much does Mass Effect 2 cost?

Mass Effect 2 costs $29.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Mass Effect 2 good?

Steam players rate it "Mostly Positive" — 78% of 388 reviews are positive. Critics average 96/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Mass Effect 2?

The minimum GPU is 256 MB (with Pixel Shader 3.0 support). See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Mass Effect 2 system requirements page.

Mass Effect series

14 games in release order

Full timeline
  1. Mass Effect2007
  2. Mass Effect Galaxy2009
  3. Mass Effect 22010
  4. Mass Effect 32012
  5. Mass Effect: Infiltrator2012
  6. Mass Effect Datapad2012
  7. Mass Effect: Andromeda2017
  8. Mass Effect Legendary Edition2021
  9. Mass Effect2021
  10. Mass Effect 32021
  11. Mass Effect 22021
  12. Mass EffectTBA
  13. Mass Effect: Team AssaultTBA
  14. Mass Effect: CorsairTBA

Games like Mass Effect 2

See all

More from BioWare

See all
60

Anthem

PC PS4 XB1