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The #SaveMassEffect movement has gained significant momentum, with its online petition surpassing 200,000 verified signatures. This surge follows Electronic Arts' announcement regarding the closure of BioWare and the cancellation of the project Mass Effect 5.
Jennifer Hale and Mark Meer, the voice actors for Commander Shepard, have publicly supported the campaign. Hale proposed a collaborative model involving fans, investors, and a game company to revive the franchise, while Meer encouraged followers to sign the petition to demonstrate the series' importance to EA.
The campaign has received cross-community support, notably from the Destiny player base and the developers of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. Owlcat Games officially endorsed the movement, citing the successful fan-led revival of The Expanse television series as inspiration for their participation.
While the petition aims to influence EA's decision-making, the likelihood of a franchise revival remains uncertain. Despite the lack of guaranteed outcomes, fans continue to organize, with some even discussing potential boycotts against the publisher as they await further developments regarding the series.
