A petition to save the Mass Effect series has gained over 200,000 signatures after Electronic Arts announced plans to close BioWare and cancel the next game in the series. The petition, created by Joe Smith, demands that EA commit to continued development of Mass Effect with proper funding, adequate staffing, and time allocation.
It also asks that if EA refuses to continue development, the Mass Effect property be licensed to another studio. The petition claims that Mass Effect holds a special place in the hearts of millions of players worldwide and its rich and immersive sci-fi universe has captivated gamers for years. The series' future is threatened by EA's decline in dedicated resources and ambiguous development plans.
EA has stated that it will continue to invest in other projects, including sports games and action-adventure titles, but cuts across other studios have also taken place.