EA has announced that they will publish Mass Effect on the PC in May 2008. EA has also revealed that they have struck a deal with Microsoft that will allow them to handle publishing for Mass Effect in the future. This includes the upcoming PC version of the original as well as future titles in the trilogy. What this means regarding what, additional if any, consoles the latter titles appear on is currently unknown. Bioware had recently stated that they intend to publish the trilogy for the Xbox 360, but we’ll have to see if anything else will fall outside of Microsoft’s console and the PC for future titles.

In addition to giving PC gamers the same experience that Xbox 360 owners already enjoyed, there are a few additions gamers can expect to see as well.

Optimized for the PC, Mass Effect for the PC incorporates the following features:

· Optimized controls designed specifically for the PC.

· High resolution visuals – Mass Effect for the PC features highly detailed textures, characters and environments.

· Fully customizable controls – PC gamers can re-map the control scheme any way they like.

· Run & Gun Control – Players can assign biotic powers or skills to ‘hot keys’ allowing them to play Mass Effect with a heavier focus on action.

· New decryption mini-game.

· New inventory screen GUI and functionality – The enhanced inventory system makes it easier for players to equip and modify their weapons and armor.

We’ll have more information on the PC version of Mass Effect soon.