Mass Effect 3 preorder details revealed Down Under

In June last year, EA revealed BioWare's upcoming action role-playing game sequel Mass Effect 3 would hit store shelves around the world on March 6 this year. Now, the publisher has revealed further details ahead of the game's release, detailing a number of preorder perks, both internationally and in Australia and New Zealand.

Starting today, customers who preorder Mass Effect 3 at selected retailers in Australia and New Zealand will receive a number of different items.

Those who preorder at GAME and Mighty Ape will receive exclusive N7 Warfare Gear, which includes the N7 Valkyrie Assault Rifle that fires two rounds per shot and the N7 Defender Armor. The latter improves shields and health, as well as provides increased ammo capacity, additional ammunition compartments, and amplified weapon damage with built-in power cells.

PC players who preorder through EA's Origin service will score the rapid-fire AT-12 Raider shotgun.

Finally, those ordering through EB Games will receive the exclusive Omni-Blade Edition, which includes the M55 Argus Assault Rifle, an inflatable Omni Blade, and collectible metal packaging.

In Mass Effect 3, players will once again take on the role of Commander Shepard, who is now on the run from shadowy organization Cerberus. To save Earth, Shepard must travel the galaxy trying to rally support from alien civilizations.