"What does seem more clear is that the game could have some kind of connection to the Mass Effect TV show currently in development at Amazon. "The writers room is going strong, and we've got a lot figured out about how it fits within the Mass Effect canon, and where it sits in respect to the new game," Gamble says. Notably, the series is set after the events of the original trilogy of games, and follows a new story in the universe's timeline."
"Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Bioware's last game, was not the smash hit EA apparently wanted it to be, and Bioware has appeared to go through a period of contraction in response. High-profile senior staff were let go in January 2025, and even before the game was released, EA began moving Bioware developers to other studios. EA itself may also be adjusting its larger game development strategy."
Bioware began work on the next Mass Effect in 2020 and remains focused exclusively on the franchise. The new game looks likely to connect with the Mass Effect TV series in development at Amazon and is set after the original trilogy, featuring a new story rather than revisiting Commander Shepard. Bioware faced contraction after Dragon Age: The Veilguard underperformed, including senior staff departures in January 2025 and internal developer reallocations. Electronic Arts announced a proposed $55 billion privatization and is pursuing partnerships, including collaboration with Stability AI to streamline development. The franchise's strong legacy and the 2021 Legendary Edition remaster position Bioware for a potential comeback, contingent on navigating EA's changes.
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