Mass Effect: Andromeda Was Discounted on Launch Day for PS4 and Xbox One
On its release day, March 21, 2017, Mass Effect: Andromeda saw discounts on its Standard and Deluxe editions for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
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On its North American launch day, March 21, 2017, BioWare’s Mass Effect: Andromeda was available at a discount from multiple retailers. The action RPG, which marked a new chapter for the franchise, was listed for 20% off for both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One standard editions. This offer was available through Newegg’s official eBay storefront.
Deluxe Edition and Companion Books
In addition to the standard version, the Mass Effect: Andromeda Deluxe Edition also received a price cut on release day. Amazon listed the PS4 and Xbox One versions of the Deluxe Edition with a 13% discount. This edition bundled the main game with several digital items, including a Pathfinder Casual Outfit, Scavenger Armor, and the Pathfinder Elite Weapon Set. It also featured a Pet Pyjak (a space monkey), the game’s digital soundtrack, and a Multiplayer Deluxe Launch Pack to give players a head start in the cooperative mode.
Several companion products were also discounted. The hardcover art book, The Art of Mass Effect: Andromeda, was available for 49% off its list price on Amazon. For players looking for assistance, Prima’s official strategy guides were on sale. The standard Mass Effect: Andromeda: Prima Official Guide was reduced by 32%, while the Prima Collector’s Edition Guide saw a 40% discount.
A New Galaxy to Explore
Mass Effect: Andromeda represented a significant departure from the original trilogy. Set 600 years after the events of its predecessors, the story follows a new protagonist, Ryder, who holds the title of Pathfinder. The game’s premise involves the Andromeda Initiative, a multi-species colonization project sending arks on a one-way trip to the Andromeda galaxy to find a new home.
Players explore an open-world environment featuring multiple planets, making choices that shape the narrative and the success of the initiative. The game introduced a more dynamic combat system with the inclusion of a jump-jet for vertical movement and a cover system that was less restrictive than in previous titles. While the game was available for PS4 and Xbox One, a PC version was also released on the same day.
Frequently asked questions
What was included in the Mass Effect: Andromeda Deluxe Edition?
The Deluxe Edition included the base game plus several digital extras. These were a Pathfinder Casual Outfit, Scavenger Armor, and the Pathfinder Elite Weapon Set. It also came with a Pet Pyjak for the player's ship, a digital soundtrack, and a Multiplayer Deluxe Launch Pack that provided item packs for the co-op mode.
Is Mass Effect: Andromeda a direct sequel to Mass Effect 3?
No, it is not a direct sequel. The story begins between the events of *Mass Effect 2* and *Mass Effect 3* but takes place 600 years later in the Andromeda galaxy. It features a new protagonist and cast of characters, separate from Commander Shepard's story arc in the Milky Way.
When did Mass Effect: Andromeda originally release?
*Mass Effect: Andromeda* was released in North America on March 21, 2017. The game's launch in Europe followed on March 23, 2017. The discounts from Newegg and Amazon were active on its North American launch day.
What platforms was Mass Effect: Andromeda released on?
*Mass Effect: Andromeda* was released for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The launch day discounts detailed were specifically for the physical console versions of the game.