Owlcat’s upcoming Mass Effect-like The Expanse: Osiris Reborn will be “very open” with party mechanics inspired by Persona 5

Owlcat Games, the developers behind Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, are creating a new game reminiscent of Mass Effect, but unique to their studio – The Expanse: Osiris Reborn.

As a passionate fan, I’m thrilled to know that the developers responsible for creating the CRPGs in Rogue Trader and the upcoming Dark Heresy are dedicated to expanding their 40K universe. Yet, within this ever-growing studio, there’s another team diligently crafting an immersive, third-person sci-fi experience that I can’t wait to explore!

Positioned between seasons 1 and 2 of the science fiction series The Expanse, Osiris Reborn seeks to introduce the free-flowing narrative style reminiscent of the developer’s previous CRPGs, featuring impactful decisions that truly matter within the sci-fi setting.

In a conversation with CNET, Osiris Rising’s creative director, Alexander Mishulin, stated that you will personally witness the consequences of Holden’s actions, including scenarios similar to The Canterbury, and observe how these events impact individuals residing in the belt and on inner planets.

In this shared universe, you’ll embark on a personal journey where you set your own objectives, make decisions, and experience the repercussions. Alongside your tale, all significant events will be taking place.

remarkably, in contrast to typical role-playing games (RPGs), Owlcat Games has abandoned the standard class system and instead offers a completely customizable character creation process. This means players have the freedom to construct any character they desire, without being confined to a particular character build.

In The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, similar to Mass Effect, you’re tasked with picking teammates for your missions. Unlike Mass Effect, though, when you’re not present, your team doesn’t idle away time. Instead, they embark on their own missions, accomplishing objectives and developing independently, mirroring your progress.

In terms of the narrative structure for the game’s party interactions, Mishulin points out that the design is influenced by Persona 5, but with a more adult twist. The players will have opportunities to interact with party members, socialize, and strengthen their relationships. These bonding experiences will lead to benefits similar to those in the original game.

In a departure from their usual productions, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn comes with a significantly higher price tag. Yet, for someone like me who’s been yearning for a game to fill the void left by Mass Effect 3’s finale (I don’t dislike Mass Effect: Andromeda, but it didn’t quite hit the spot), this journey is exceptionally thrilling.

Indeed, it’s well-known that BioWare is indeed engaged in the development of Mass Effect 5, a project about which we currently have limited information. Following the less-than-satisfactory Dragon Age: The Veilguard, I sincerely hope that BioWare can successfully deliver this eagerly anticipated role-playing game.

If Mass Effect 4, 5, or any future installment, as well as The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, are both amazing, that’s like having two delicious cakes! What a fantastic double treat!

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2025-06-27 13:40