'Mass Effect: Andromeda' Latest News & Update: Multiplayer Mode Reintroduced with Gameplay Akin to Single-Player

"Mass Effect: Andromeda" presents a connection between single player campaign and the re-introduced coop multiplayer mode. Yes, some elements have changed but developer Bioware confirms that there is still a good connection that both mode shares.

In as much as gamers are trying to dig details about "Mass Effect: Andromeda" multiplayer mode gameplay, Bioware is still in the teasing period. In fact, it is hard to properly lay down the said solo gameplay-multiplayer connection. Of course, currencies and mission funds earned in multiplayer will go through single player mode, GameSpot said.

At least there is a consolation even if "Mass Effect: Andromeda" is reintroducing coop mode. It is possible for a player to just sit it out and let others complete the mission or proceed completing the mission a la Rambo without the help of others. Bioware said that they are allowing this type of gameplay to avoid the same issue in "Mass Effect 3" where players complained of being forced playing with others.

While hunkering might not really work out, "Mass Effect: Andromeda" gameplay is way cooler than previous version anyway so gamers will surely enjoy. Hiding behind crates might be safe but there are also enemies that Bioware designed to pry players out of their hiding. This new "Mass Effect: Andromeda" multi player mode is more dynamic, Game Informer said.

"Mass Effect: Andromeda" power cooldowns is another exciting change compared to "Mass Effect 3." There will be individual timers for players as opposed to previous version where everything is attached in single global timer. The biggest drawback of this former system is hindrance to other players in using their own powers because they have to wait for the clock to cooldown even if just one player used his power. It is more flexible this time because others won't be tied to cooldown period of those who used their power.