As development on Mass Effect 5 progresses amidst shifting tides at EA, a recurring question haunts the fanbase: will Commander Shepard return? If the call comes, the original voice cast is ready and waiting.
Jennifer Hale and Mark Meer, the iconic voices behind the female and male versions of Shepard, recently sat down to address fan theories. Meer shared a sentimental perspective on the character’s legacy:
I like to believe that Shepard lives on in all our hearts.
Hale echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the personal nature of the character’s journey:
Shepard is alive as long as you, the player, decide that is the case.
Furthermore, the actress encouraged fans to make their desires known to the decision-makers at EA and BioWare to secure the Captain’s return:
We will be there because that’s where we belong. I would jump at the chance to voice Shepard again if offered.
Meer was equally enthusiastic, providing a brief but resolute confirmation:
I agree under any circumstances.
Reintroducing Shepard presents a significant narrative challenge for BioWare. Given that the Commander’s fate was tied to player choices in the original trilogy, a return could potentially canonize one specific ending, risking backlash from the community. Writers might explore various storytelling devices such as cloning, advanced cryogenics, or specific timeline placement to navigate these complexities.
Source: iXBT.games