.1B.09. Armor

Learn how to change and equip armor in Mass Effect 2. Discover the differences between DLC and basic armor sets, and how helmets affect cutscenes.

Hey there! So, you're wondering about armor in Mass Effect 2. It's pretty straightforward, thankfully. You can swap out your gear right in your cabin on the Normandy, or if you're super early in the game, you can do it at the Cerberus base. Just remember, when you buy new armor pieces, you've gotta head back and equip them manually – they don't just slap themselves on!

Most of the armor you get from DLC comes as complete sets. The basic stuff you find or buy in-game, though, is usually mix-and-match. The good news is that the basic set is pretty cheap to pick up. Honestly, except for that super-cool Blood Dragon Armor that's specific to Tech and Bio Power classes, you can usually put together a mix-and-match set that's just as good, if not better, than the others once you start exploring the galaxy and hitting up shops. Oh, and a heads-up: if you're wearing a full helmet or a full suit, it'll show up in cutscenes. The visor-style helmets are a bit less intrusive, though, so keep an eye out for those.

For all the nitty-gritty stats and where to find specific pieces, you'll want to check out the Armor List in the appendix. That's where all the detailed info lives!