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This morning on my way to work I was browsing sites on my mobile broadband as usual, when I came across this gem. Details on the new Vanguard! Mass Effect fans rejoice.
Having a read on IGN, it looks like a lot of work is being put into making sure that this time around, the classes are very unique.
Beforehand, the Vanguard was a mix between the biotic and the soldier – this basically meant that you could pack a punch with “castable” abilities such as lift, throw and singularity and also be pretty handy with weapons too. This changes come Mass Effect 2.
The new Vanguard, as you will read below, has now become a hard hitting, fast-paced class – you will be charging into enemies and pulling them toward you, this means that you’ll have to use the classes ability to deal massive damage at close range with precision and skill – or die trying.
The Vanguard will also be able to put points into improved negotiation techniques, making the class ideal for those who liked the story and conversational pieces from Mass Effect 1.
IGN: What was the most important improvement you felt needed to be made for the Vanguard class?
Christina Norman: We wanted playing the Vanguard to feel totally different from playing a Soldier or Adept. Our mantra for the Vanguard was high-risk high-reward, and we designed the Vanguard’s unique Biotic Charge power to enable this kind of gameplay.
The most dangerous situation you can find yourself in when you’re playing Mass Effect 2 is when an enemy closes with you. At short range all weapons are incredibly deadly. Most classes do their best to stay far away from their enemies, but Vanguards embrace this deadly style of combat.
When a Vanguard charges, he propels himself with biotic energy directly towards his target, striking him with incredible force. On impact, the Vanguard’s defensive barriers are boosted. This gives the Vanguard a few seconds to take down any other enemies, before they finish the Vanguard.
Playing a Vanguard is a constant rush. Every charge is devastating, and taking down nearby enemies when you land is always an intense.
You can read the rest of the article here. There’s also a game play trailer here. Thanks IGN!
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