The Citadel DLC for Mass Effect 3 launches from Anderson's Apartment on the Citadel. How to Access Anderson's Apartment in Mass Effect 3 Here's how to start the Citadel DLC in Mass Effect 3.
Even then, it can be difficult to know when to play it to make the most sense for the rest of the story. While the other three DLCs for Mass Effect 3 appear almost from the start of the main story, Citadel does not unlock until almost halfway through the main campaign. Starting the Mass Effect 3 Citadel DLC is simple but can be overlooked if players aren't sure what to watch for. Related: Mass Effect Legendary Edition's Easiest Secrets To Miss The second part allows Shepard to reconnect and spend quality time with everyone who ever served on their squad, past and present, play some mini games to earn credits and other prizes, rekindle or continue romances, and throw a final get-together at their apartment. In the DLC, Shepard and their whole squad, including newcomers Samantha Traynor and Steve Cortez, fight against a mysterious entity bent on hijacking the Normandy during the squad's required Shore Leave. Citadel is a lighthearted adventure compared to the rest of Mass Effect 3's story.
The Citadel DLC is one of the most loved parts of Mass Effect 3, but the option to start the mission is not available right away.