"When the galaxy is in peril," according to EA, "only a biotic-powered super-soldier can save the day." Enter Jacob Taylor, "a combat power-house," who'll blast his way through top-down sections and be an insensitive brute in the animated adventure segments.

Galaxy's story will feed into BioWare's upcoming Mass Effect 2, introducing Jacob and another character who will appear in the PC and Xbox 360 sequel.