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Mass Effect Cast Celebrate N7 Day With Video Saying Save the Franchise

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Mass Effect Cast Celebrate N7 Day With Video Saying Save

Mass Effect Fans Rally on N7 Day to Restore Franchise

This year’s N7 Day, celebrated on November 7, is notably subdued without the presence of BioWare, following its recent closure by Electronic Arts (EA) and the cancellation of Mass Effect 5. Nevertheless, the cast and crew of the Mass Effect series have united in a heartfelt video message urging fans to advocate for the future of the franchise.

BioWare’s Closure and Impact on the Franchise

The unexpected closure of BioWare has left fans reeling, not only from the confusion of losing a beloved developer but also from the abrupt halt of a highly anticipated continuation of the Mass Effect series. In light of this, the Mass Effect community has felt a profound sense of loss, igniting efforts to rally support for the franchise’s revival.

A Special Message from the Cast

Organized by the fan group known as We are Mass Effect, a two-minute video featuring several prominent members of the Mass Effect voice cast was produced. Participants included:

  • Sam Hulick (Composer)
  • Jennifer Hale (Commander Shepard/FemShep)
  • Ash Sroka (Tali’Zorah)
  • Keythe Farley (Thane)
  • Kimberly Brooks (Ashley)
  • Mark Meer (Commander Shepard/MaleShep)
  • Steve Blum (Urdnot Grunt)
  • Brandon Keener (Garrus)
  • Many more cast members

One by one, the cast members called upon fans to “Save Mass Effect,” reflecting a deep commitment to the universe they helped create.

Today is a very special day for Mass Effect fans. We’ve worked incredibly hard to bring together most of the original Mass Effect trilogy’s voice cast to share a very important message with you. We need to #SaveMassEffect.

— We are Mass Effect – #SaveMassEffect (@WeAreMassEffect)

Community Initiatives and Actions

The We are Mass Effect movement has actively engaged with fans in various initiatives. Following the news of the canceled Mass Effect: Universe project, grassroots actions have included:

  • A petition that has garnered over 310,000 signatures to save the franchise.
  • Local and national petitions aimed at urging legislative support for BioWare.
  • The launch of a billboard campaign in Times Square to bring attention to their cause.

Furthermore, members of the community have driven mobile billboards around key locations, including the EA headquarters in Redwood City, California, and the former BioWare offices in Edmonton, Alberta.

For 30 years, BioWare gave us unforgettable stories and characters. Today, we’re standing up for the people who brought them to life.

— We are Mass Effect – #SaveMassEffect (@WeAreMassEffect)

Support from Other Developers

Amid this turmoil, other game developers have also expressed their admiration for Mass Effect and its developers. The team behind Owlcat Games, creators of the upcoming Mass Effect-inspired RPG, shared their sentiments regarding the series. Their creative director, Alexander Mishulin, emphasized a collective desire to see future adventures from BioWare:

Everybody in Owlcat dreamt about playing Mass Effect 5. It’s very, very selfish, but we wanted to experience the next chapter in those adventures. Our hearts and minds are with [BioWare], and we really hope they find themselves a new home…

— Alexander Mishulin, Creative Director at Owlcat Games

Conclusion: A Call to Support

During this challenging time for the Mass Effect community, the initiative led by We are Mass Effect and the expressions of support from the gaming industry highlight a unified desire to keep the legacy of BioWare alive. As fans continue to celebrate N7 Day, they remain committed to advocating for the return of a beloved franchise that has profoundly impacted many lives.

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