by Ritwik Mitra
Some of the best video games that players can get their hands on take them on a spectacular journey full of twists and turns. Beating enemies to a pulp and making decisions that decide how the story unfolds are just some of the many ways these titles grab a player's attention.
However, there are times when some of these games have an ending that many people aren't huge fans of. They leave a bad taste in their mouths, but it shouldn't take away from the enjoyment players had while going through the rest of the experience.
Mass Effect 3
The Notorious Ending Shouldn't Take Away From The Game's Strong Points
Mass Effect 3 caps off an amazing sci-fi adventure featuring everyone's favorite Commander Shepard. However, this game became infamous because of an ending that didn't feel rewarding after all the choices players had made throughout the three games.
Later updates and DLCs aimed to fix this, but players who still have issues with the ending can't deny that the rest of the experience is solid. The Reaper Invasion is a nightmare to behold, and Shepard must rely on both old and new allies to ensure that this invasion doesn't come to pass.
Halo 2
The Most Infamous Cliffhanger Ending In Video Game History
Halo 2 is one of the greatest video games ever made, marking a new chapter for Master Chief. Being able to control the Arbiter was a great way to enhance the game's worldbuilding and make it clear that not every member of the Covenant is working against the humans.
However, as great as the campaign may be, the cliffhanger ending isn't the greatest way to end this title. It comes out of nowhere and feels unearned, which is a shame since the rest of the experience is pretty solid.
Fallout 3
The Hamfisted Ending Made Bethesda's Writing Problems Clear As Day
Fallout 3 was a major step forward for the series, with Bethesda's open-world design doing a great job of breathing new life into the Capitol Wasteland. The writing may take a hit compared to the CRPG games that preceded it, but the incredible sense of exploration and memorable moments ensure that Fallout 3 will be right up the alley of most fans.
However, the issues stemming from the game's storytelling become glaring at the end, when the Sole Survivor is forced into a decision to step into the irradiated Project Purity chamber to shut it down. Even if players choose a robot, a ghoul, or a super mutant (all three of which can withstand radiation) to do this task, the game essentially calls them a coward, which is a lame way to end what is otherwise a memorable adventure.
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