BioWare co-founder wants to “get some of the band back” amid Save Mass Effect movement
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BioWare co‑founder and former director of technology Trent Oster publicly endorsed the #SaveMassEffect campaign after EA’s 2026 layoffs cancelled the long‑awaited Mass Effect 5. Oster, who helped build BioWare’s early RPGs such as Baldur’s Gate, Neverwinter Night s, and the original Mass Effect, posted on LinkedIn that the fan‑driven movement “has great energy” and that “there is still a great thesis for a RPG developer who can deliver,” adding he wants to “get some of the original band back together.” The petition supporting the revival has neared 300,000 signatures, while a parallel effort seeks acknowledgment from the Canadian government. Despite EA retaining the IP, Oster argues the series remains more valuable than Dragon Age, citing the RPG resurgence sparked by titles like Baldur’s Gate 3.
💡 Why It Matters
- · Oster’s backing gives the fan petition credibility from a creator who helped define the franchise, turning a grassroots push into a potential catalyst for a new studio to acquire the IP.
