Mass Effect 3: All Possible Endings (& Which You Should Choose)

There are several possible outcomes at the end of Shepard’s saga in Mass Effect 3, and the different options are only available if certain conditions are met. The initial ending of Mass Effect 3 was met with serious criticism for its vague and unsatisfying ending. Despite changes, it remains one of the more controversial parts of BioWare’s sci-fi epic. While some fans are still disappointed, the Extended Cut, which is now the standard ending in Mass Effect Legendary Edition, helped the finale make more sense and bring more closure and meaning to the series. After three games and over 100 hours of building a team, fighting enemies, and preparing to face the Reapers, the war’s outcome comes down to one final choice.