

Talking with Gamasutra, GM Eugene Evans said that the company has to acknowledge that there are people who don't like F2P and those who do, and it's important to reach out to both groups. In case you missed it, here's the official trailer from Pax West.BioWare Mythic says that the market is big enough to support both free-to-play and subscription models - and everything else in between. If you're a PC gamer, grab the demo on Origin. It'll be interesting to see if BioWare can pull off the game-within-a-game experience that will appeal to both story-driven gamers and those who prefer co-op and multi-player. Mass Effect's influence is obvious, with much of the dialogue seeming almost recycled. While the demo only showcases a small sample of a story that is detached from the greater storyline, the gameplay felt great, with satisfying combat and unique character classes providing something for everyone.

Server issues non-withstanding, the hands-on time I did get with the initial demo was impressive. At Pax West in September, BioWare described the synergy of multi- and single-player story lines, with individual encounters with NPCs and lore shaping a unique experience for each player. Given the character and story development present in the Mass Effect trilogy (sorry, Ryder), expectations are high for Anthem and its ability to let gamers craft their own story. This is set to be the game's final open demo before it launches on February 22nd.Īnthem, from the makers of Mass Effect, is aiming to be a co-op multi-player game with an engrossing story.

If you're gaming on PS4 or Xbox One, the demo can be downloaded via the PlayStation and Microsoft stores. Through February 3rd, Anthem is available to play for free on Origin.

Starting now and continuing through February 3rd, the Anthem demo is free to play on Origin, PS4, and Xbox One.Īfter the VIP demo for early-access Anthem purchasers ended in disaster, BioWare and Origin are opening up the game to everyone starting right now. Highly anticipated: From the makers of Mass Effect comes Anthem, an upcoming open-world shooter set to release on February 22nd.
