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Film techniques—such as mise-en-scène, lighting, and non-diegetic music—are integrated into the game to shape the narrative experience, leading scholars to debate if such RPGs represent a true evolution of "New Media". The game's success is often attributed to how it blends these cinematic elements with the technical HUD to maintain immersion.

: The customizable background of Commander Shepard (e.g., War Hero, Sole Survivor) shifts how the galaxy perceives the player, creating a unique intersection between predefined narrative and personal agency. 2. Philosophical Ethics: Utilitarianism vs. Personal Duty mass-effect-1

: Frequent ship-side interactions allow players to see squadmate personalities evolve, a technique that researchers argue mimics real-world social bonding. 4. Interactive Media as "New Media" Film techniques—such as mise-en-scène