

While they are not quite as powerful, players can also swap these mods for the Blade Attachment and High-Caliber Barrel, which have similar benefits without the added weight. This will be especially important when building a Vanguard Shepard. Both the Omni-Blade and High-Velocity Barrel increase the weapon’s weight by 50%, so it may be best to choose one or the other to avoid becoming encumbered and receiving a power cooldown penalty.

It is not possible to combine Shotgun Smart Choke and Ultralight Materials, so players will need to choose one or the other based on their combat situation and playstyle.

Shotgun Ultralight Materials: Decreases weapon weight by 8% or more.Shotgun High-Velocity Barrel: Increases damage by 15% or more, piercing damage by 50% or more, and ignores enemy defenses by 25% or more per shot.Shotgun Omni-Blade: Adds a visible Omni-Blade to the Shotgun for 30% or more melee damage.Shotgun Smart Choke: Increases accuracy by 30% or more.Generally, the best Shotgun Mods in Mass Effect 3 will enhance accuracy, weapon and melee damage, and carry weight.
