Mass Effect 2 Lead Animator Shares Never-Before-Seen Internal Trailer
A piece of Mass Effect 2 history has surfaced, according to a report from IGN. The game's lead animator has posted a trailer that was only ever shown internally to the development team at BioWare.
The clip, described as a demo reel for the game's cinematic sequences, was created back in April 2009. It was used to showcase the animation work in progress. Several sequences visible in the rough footage would eventually appear in the final version of the sci-fi RPG.
The trailer was shared by developer Jonathan Cooper. It offers a fuzzy, early look at key characters and story moments from the sequel. Viewers can identify squad members such as Miranda Lawson, Garrus Vakarian, and the biotic specialist Jack.
Cooper didn't provide extensive details but reflected on the production. He recalled team debates and the excitement of reading scripts and envisioning Commander Shepard's coolest moments, per IGN.
The raw footage opens with Shepard's death and features a voiceover from the Commander set to the song 'C'Mon Try A Little Bit' by Melodrone. The vibe is notably more action-focused than the first Mass Effect game, aligning with the sequel's edgier tone.
