Appearance Customization
While not directly impacting gameplay, Commander Shepard's appearance is a crucial part of personalizing your experience in Mass Effect Legendary Edition. This section guides you through the robust character creator, allowing you to craft a Shepard that truly feels like your own. Remember, your chosen appearance will persist throughout all three games, so take your time and experiment!
The character creator offers a wide array of options, from pre-set faces to intricate sliders for every facial feature. You'll be able to adjust:
- Gender: Male or Female Shepard. This choice impacts voice acting, romance options, and some dialogue.
- Pre-sets: A selection of pre-desed faces to get you started. These can be a good base for further customization.
- Head Shape: Adjust the overall structure of your Shepard's head.
- Skin Tone: A spectrum of skin colors to choose from.
- Hair: Various hairstyles, colors, and highlights.
- Eyes: Eye shape, color, and even the intensity of their glow.
- Nose: Multiple nose shapes and sizes.
- Mouth: Lip thickness, mouth shape, and jawline.
- Scars & Tattoos: Add unique flair with various markings.
Pro Tip: Don't be afraid to spend some time here. You can always re-enter the character creator before starting a new game if you're not satisfied. Also, consider how your Shepard will look in different lighting conditions, as cutscenes can sometimes make features appear differently than in the creator.