Chris and Hamilton discuss the development and gameplay generalities of Mass Effect 3 before setting up the plot with an overview of Mass Effect 2's "Arrival" DLC mission.

Chris, Hamilton, and Spencer discuss their favorite games of 2025 (more or less), along with some honorable mentions. Don't worry, it's spoiler-free! Topics include:

• The Seance at Blake Manor
• The Roottrees Are Dead
• Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
• Pokemon Legends: Z-A
• Monster Train 2
• Metaphor: Refantazio
• Blue Prince
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
• Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii
• World of Warcraft Classic
• Hollow Knight: Silksong

Song Samples (in order):

• "Battle Theme" - Metaphor: Refantazio
• "Westwardly Winds" - Blue Prince
• "Strive" - Hollow Knight: Silksong
• "Indigo" - Death Stranding 2
• "Lumiere" - Clair Obscur

Chris and Hamilton conclude their whirlwind tour through Mass Effect 2 with the Lair of the Shadow Broker mission, Legion's recruitment, and the climax of the Collectors' nefarious plot.

Chris, Spencer, and returning guest Lily discuss nearly all remaining loyalty missions in Mass Effect 2 and make a surprising discovery on-board the derelict Collector vessel.

Be sure to check out Lily's great work at The Avocado and on her Patreon page!

Chris, Hamilton, and Spencer are joined by The Avocado's Lily Bones to discuss Mass Effect 2 recruitments (Samara, Thane, and Tali) as well as the loyalty missions for Garrus and Jack.

Please note that we had some audio issues with this recording, so Lily's farewell is absent from our wrap-up and you may hear some minor audio distortion from time to time. Worry not, though: you can still find Lily's excellent work on The Avocado and support her on Patreon.

Chris, Hamilton, and Spencer discuss the first third or so of Mass Effect 2's plot, from the prologue to the rescue mission on Horizon. This covers most of recruitments, which means you get to meet Mordin Solus in this episode!

Chris, Hamilton, and Spencer are joined by Matt Storm (aka Stormageddon) to discuss the development, gameplay, and universe of Mass Effect 2 (2010). Be sure to check out Matt's Linktree to find more of their work!

Chris, Hamilton, and Spencer navigate the back half of Mass Effect's narrative, from Feros to the final confrontation with Saren.