Mass Effect Andromeda Gets Awesome New Trailer on Guns and Biotics, PC System Requirements

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By Giuseppe Nelva

Published Feb 24, 2017

BioWare shows more of Mass Effect Andromeda, reveals weapon specs and PC system requirements.

Today, BioWare released a new Mass Effect Andromeda trailer, part of the Andromeda Initiative series, focusing on weapons and biotics.

The video is narrated by squad member Liam Kosta, and introdiuces some of the weapons that will be included in the game.

We also get some technical specs of a few weapons, from the basic Avenger to the ultra-rare Black Widow , which you can read below.

CARNIFEX

A heavy semi-automatic pistol, the powerful Carnifex was the preferred choice of Milky Way mercenaries. An expensive weapon, its marketing materials featured a charging krogan alongside the tagline "Don't you wish Carnifex was at your side?"

Type: Uncommon Pistol

Damage: 244

Rate of Fire: 100

Max Clip Size: 6

Max Ammo: 40

Accuracy: 67

Weight: 8

M-23 KATANA

The M-23 Katana was a popular shotgun among Milky Way soldiers, criminals, and civilians. It was manufactured by Ariake Technologies, an Earth-based company eager to do business with the Andromeda Initiative.

Type: Common Shotgun

Damage: 350

Rate of Fire: 85

Max Clip Size: 4

Max Ammo: 84

Accuracy: 26

Weight: 23

M-8 AVENGER

A common and versatile assault rifle. The M-8 Avenger's modular design and inexpensive components made it a favorite of military groups and mercenaries in the Milky Way. Many Avengers were acquired for Andromeda Initiative security forces. The sturdy rifle has a reputation for being reliable and easy to use.

Type: Common Assault Rifle

Damage: 39

Rate of Fire: 525

Max Clip Size: 30

Max Ammo: 333

Accuracy: 61

Weight: 16

BLACK WIDOW

A Smaller, higher-capacity variation of the Widow sniper rifle, the Black Widow fires three powerful shots per thermal clip. Andromeda Initiative Engineers have adjusted the scope for improved optical enhancement in a variety of atmospheres.

Type: Ultra Rare Sniper Rifle

Damage: 576

Rate of Fire: 65

Max Clip Size: 3

Max Ammo: 27

Accuracy: 80

Weight: 35