10 Best Video Game Trailers Of All Time

Bioware's Mass Effect is an inherently cinematic franchise, as the outlandish and slick sci-fi world has always felt like a spectacle, even in its more intimate moments. Thus, it made sense for this trailer to go down a path of striking visuals, solid storytelling and a focus on acting. It's safe to say that it did Commander Shepard proud.

The trailer makes all the right moves, as it gives Shepard enough space to look badass but doesn't overly develop him - allowing for you to do that yourself when you get the game. Additionally, it sets up the world masterfully, as even those who haven't played the franchise can see the amount of detail that this universe possesses.

Everything that you'll encounter in the game is set up perfectly here. It's clear that you'll spend your time hunting down a crew, and you even get to see a few of them. Plus, you get a sublime look into the characters of Miranda and The Illusive Man, who both became enthralling aspects of the Mass Effect series.

It hits all the right notes that a cinematic trailer should, and while there isn't any gameplay, you can still tell what kind of experience to expect.