Commander Shepard Voice Actors Call for Action to Save Mass Effect
Jennifer Hale and Mark Meer, the original voice actors for Commander Shepard, have urged fans to support efforts to revive Mass Effect after the new game was reportedly cancelled. Their public backing has added momentum to a fan campaign, showing how strongly players value the series and its future.
A petition has gathered 130,000 signatures in three days, and the article says Canada is considering helping BioWare. It links the uncertainty to EA’s buyout by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and private equity, followed by BioWare’s closure. Hale floated a fan-funded Kickstarter with investors and a game company, while Meer encouraged people to sign the petition; the article notes that success remains uncertain.
In short
- Hale and Meer are backing efforts to revive Mass Effect.
- A fan petition reached 130,000 signatures in three days.
- The campaign’s impact on EA’s decision is uncertain.
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The case for
Fans and the original actors can reasonably argue that a long-running series with a devoted audience deserves a serious attempt at continuation, especially if a large petition shows sustained interest. A carefully structured fan-funded project, with experienced developers and clear rights-holder involvement, could offer a way to preserve the series while testing whether supporters are willing to back it.
The case against
Others can reasonably argue that a petition and public enthusiasm do not establish that a new game would be financially viable or creatively sound. Fan funding and outside investment could expose supporters and developers to uncertain returns, while the rights, resources and accountability needed for a major game may make revival impractical; the publisher may be better placed to decide whether to proceed.
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