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Mass Effect Andromeda character creator and animation updates considered

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The lead designer on Mass Effect Andromeda has confirmed BioWare is in the process of evaluating ways to fix the version animation and character creation issues that are plaguing the newly-launched sci-fi RPG.

Speaking on Twitter, Ian S. Frazier first addressed the much-criticised facial animations, commenting, "we’re looking at patching lots of issues and want to strongly support the game moving forward. I can’t say more just yet."

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Players flocked to social media to launch a series of disparaging remarks about Mass Effect Andromeda’s animations following early impressions of the game via EA Access. Unfortunately, some took things too far and launched personal attacks on a member of the development team, prompting BioWare to issue a formal response via its official channels. 

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Elsewhere, Frazier also touched base on Andromeda’s character creation, although wouldn’t make any promises in regards to a possible patch. "Can’t promise anything yet," he said, "but we’re currently evaluating various options for making it better." Quizzed again on the subject by another user, he replied, "No promises, but I’ve got it on a list of things we’re looking at potentially fixing/adding for character creation."

Mass Effect Andromeda is now available for PS4, PC, and Xbox One. The game takes place 600 years after the events of the original trilogy, and sees controlling one of the Ryder siblings; a pathfinder tasked with exploring the the titular Andromeda system in hopes of securing a new safe haven for the human race. Exploration is back at the forefront of the action this time around, with a revamped Mako returning to the series to facilitate traversal on uncharted planets as you mix it up with a number of new races and characters. 

BioWare has confirmed that the Mass Effect Andromeda multiplayer will be supported by post-launch content, which will be made available for free. 

Source: IGN