Today, BioWare announced their sci-fi RPG Mass Effect will be coming to PC in May 2008. Along with higher resolution visuals, this version of the game will also have a refined inventory screen and a new decryption mini-game. PC players of Mass Effect will also get to customize their controls, with biotic powers or skills assignable to hot keys for those who want to play the game with more of an action bent.

"Mass Effect serves as a powerful example of video games as an art form, delivering new levels of emotional intensity, realistic characters and a gripping storyline - all set in a compelling new universe," said Ray Muzyka, General Manager, BioWare and Vice President, Electronic Arts. Frank Gibeau, President of EA's Games Label added, "EA has struck an agreement with Microsoft to handle future publishing for Mass Effect. We are looking forward to releasing Mass Effect on the PC this Spring and brand new titles in the future."