Star Trek Online

What is Star Trek Online?
Star Trek® Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in the Star Trek universe. Star Trek Online will be developed for both console and PC formats. Game features will include customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content.

HOLY SH!T!!!!...This is a Console Game. Why in the world would you ever make this IP into a Console Game? I can see it now...I UI so simple a Chimp could PWN!...and lets not forget the flood of Kiddies that frequent most console platforms...this BLOWS bigtime!

What is an MMORPG?
MMORPG is an acronym for massively multiplayer online role-playing game. In an MMORPG, millions of players from around the world can interact with each other to socialize or achieve common goals.

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Will a monthly fee be required to play?
We haven't decided on pricing plans yet.

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What is Cryptic using from the previous development?
Star Trek Online is entirely based on Cryptic's design and built entirely using Cryptic Studios' technology and assets. The former studio that we acquired the Star Trek game rights from had a huge amount of concept art created for their game – much of that is applicable, and we are taking advantage of it. But Cryptic's engine, technology platform and content pipelines have become so mature that with a small team we can quickly ramp up a project.

Talk about flip-flop double talk....and that engine UUHHHGGG!!!...WHY? That thing is right out of the realm of Cartoon Network. Lets just call this WOW with  STAR TREK skins. NOT GOOD!

Will there be PvP?
Yes. We plan for a faction vs. faction PvP ruleset, but there are also plans for a competitive PvE mechanic.

GEE THANKS

Will there be PvP, PvE and RP rule set servers?
There will not be separate servers for PvP and PvE rulesets. Open PvP will be restricted to designated sectors of space (far-off reaches of unclaimed territory). Consensual PvP and competitive PvE will occur between the realm borders (the Neutral Zone), where players will be competing over territory and resources with the option to PvP.

What kind of Low-Budget Circus is this? I mean WTF man? The technology is nothing new to this industry. Why can't we have diverse rule sets on multiple servers? Few choices in MMORPGS is a BAD thing. This is not a good sign at all. It really speaks to their commitment to the customer base. SAD VERY SAD!!!

Will there be an economy?
Many of the details are still in the works, but yes, there will be an economy that makes sense in the Star Trek universe. Since the Federation has explicitly done away with money, expect bartering and trading of goods to be an important part of the economy. Less tangible forms of economics such as Reputation are also not out of the question.

All I can say is, if this game has a standard economy I will not be playing. The Heart of the STAR TREK universe is the very unique economy. It should be a resource based economy...NO COIN, CASH, or CREDIT!

What are the system requirements?
We haven't finalized this yet. Suffice to say, we want to make a game that looks great and can run well on a wide variety of systems.

UGGHH...still can't get over the console plans.

Will you need to have to have an internet connection to play Star Trek Online?
Yes.

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When does the game take place?
Approximately 30 years after the events in Star Trek Nemesis. The game starts in 2409. Technology has advanced and the galaxy is a much more volatile place.

I'll take a wait and see approach on this one.

What races will we be able to play?
The plan is Human, Vulcan, Andorian, Klingon, Orion, Gorn, and several others. You will also be able to create your own race with its own custom look and attributes.

WTF!!!!!...No BORG...No ROMULANS...No JEM' HADAR???? This game is gonna BLOW! Why would you have the Freaken GORN but not ROMULANS? If this game doesn't have the ROMULAN EMPIRE, I won't be playing this sorry ass game!!! I just can't believe this is the direction they are going...SAD SAD SAD!!!

Will everyone be the Captain of their own ship?
Yes, but you will have to earn the responsibility and skill to command larger and more powerful vessels. Remember, in Star Trek as well as naval tradition, whoever commands the ship is the "Captain," even if it is not your current rank.

Well this is gonna suckazz....very much like a very bad STAR WARS game I know. (SWG) A game where Jedi are EVERYWHERE and ANYONE can be one. Will this industry ever learn? STAR TREK ONLINE...WHERE EVERYONE IS A CAPTAIN. UUUUHHHGGGG!!!!!!!!!!..../ FACEPALM* Here is an idea...why not earn such titles as an endgame reward? No No No it makes more sense to just give those ranks away. Can we devalue Rank anymore?

Can I play something other than a Captain like a Doctor or an Engineer?
Everyone is a Captain, (remember, if you command a ship, you are automatically a Captain), and you will command a crew, but that does not limit your role. Your character will still be able to choose from a variety of career paths, such as Engineer, Tactical Officer, Doctor, Science Officer, etc. Your career path is your root, and will affect your skills, and how you command your crew. Consider Jean-Luc Picard, Beverly Crusher, Worf and Kathryn Janeway. Picard was an archeologist and diplomat, Crusher was a doctor, Worf a security/tactical officer, and Janeway was a scientist. Each eventually chose a career in command and became ship captains. This does not mean the game will limit your ship choices based on your profession – far from it. The examples are simply an example of how the game design was inspired.

Way to twist the Cannon around to fit in your little suckazz universe. Way to go Cryptic, you are well on your way to Butchering the next best IP in the world. Yep...go ahead follow Darth SMED and the SOE underlings in destoying another great IP...Thanks a pant load guys!!!

Do I need to be well-versed in Star Trek lore in order to play Star Trek Online?
No, even the most casual Star Trek fan will enjoy and appreciate the world. For those not familiar with the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online will be a new experience with as much depth as each individual is comfortable with exploring. However, the world will be rich with lore from every series and movie that will satisfy even the most devout Trek fan.

I won't hold my breath

How will I be able to play with my friends?
In space, you can form teams and do missions together. Space battles will occur between multiple player and NPC vessels. When you do a ground mission, the mission owner can build an away team that consists of other players. Outside of combat, there will be numerous community building features, locations, hubs and events that will bring players together.

Well it's good to see they are planning for MULTIPLE PLAYER VESSELS...If they keep them that is. My bet is, they won't...for now I'll wait and see.

Will console and PC players be on the same servers?
We would like that to be the case. There is nothing technologically keeping us from making it so.

NO FU@KING WAY that is gonna work...I am so NOT gonna play with Console geeks!

Will there be realistic travel times in space?
Travel times will be semi-realistic, with a focus on fun. Space is big, and it can take a very long time to travel great distances. That travel time can be impractically long. We will introduce transwarp conduit technology and worm holes to allow players to travel to distant sectors of the galaxy without needing days or weeks of gameplay to do so.

Once again lets butcher the ip more. Players should have the choice to do one or the other. Not just one or the other. Again Choice is a GOOD this and should be embraced....the comment about "a focus on fun" makes me very nervous. That is dev-speak for we are gonna do what we want you to do and we dont care what you think!

I have to be honest...

At this point in development (going on 6 years now) it doesn't look good for the Hard Core STAR TREK fan. It's SAD but it seems Cryptic is taking the SOE approach to game development. IMO..This game is going to FAIL before it ever gets a chance to get off the ground. It is under-funded and the dev-team has set thier sites very low. It seems to me they are just attempting to make a quick buck with no thought to the future or even what the hard core fans think.

NO...If things don't change quick, I will NOT be playing this steaming pile of Crap. I suggest the rest of you DEMAND MORE from the Industry. DO NOT settle for the what they put on your plate!!! DEMAND MORE!

   I gotta be honest I don't really care why your not gonna play. We need a game centered around hard core Trekkies like we need a Game centered around ( and catering to ) The Hard core Star Wars vets. In other words you represent  just one small little play style group, and i really don't think STO should be built to only please such a small little nitch.

  In the end STO will probably not gonna be out for another 2-3 years so if your already giving up on it without even ever trying it then I think STO is better off.

you can't honestly be upset that you can't play as the Borg. How would this make any sense? They aren't individuals.

Originally posted by Realm-Reaper

What is Star Trek Online?
Star Trek® Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in the Star Trek universe. Star Trek Online will be developed for both console and PC formats. Game features will include customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content.

HOLY SH!T!!!!...This is a Console Game. Why in the world would you ever make this IP into a Console Game? I can see it now...I UI so simple a Chimp could PWN!...and lets not forget the flood of Kiddies that frequent most console platforms...this BLOWS bigtime!

I will never understand the elitism of some PC Players who think that only PC players have the right to play good games. It's sad really, but then again, I suppose some people have to feel elite about -something- in their lives. *shrugs* Console Games have come a long way and to be quite honest, I had a blast in FFXI already, so I fail to see how this is of any concern.

What is an MMORPG?
MMORPG is an acronym for massively multiplayer online role-playing game. In an MMORPG, millions of players from around the world can interact with each other to socialize or achieve common goals.

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Will a monthly fee be required to play?
We haven't decided on pricing plans yet.

no comment

What is Cryptic using from the previous development?
Star Trek Online is entirely based on Cryptic's design and built entirely using Cryptic Studios' technology and assets. The former studio that we acquired the Star Trek game rights from had a huge amount of concept art created for their game – much of that is applicable, and we are taking advantage of it. But Cryptic's engine, technology platform and content pipelines have become so mature that with a small team we can quickly ramp up a project.

Talk about flip-flop double talk....and that engine UUHHHGGG!!!...WHY? That thing is right out of the realm of Cartoon Network. Lets just call this WOW with  STAR TREK skins. NOT GOOD!

That may be your personal opinion. Personally, what I love about Cryptic's engine is the Customization Madness! I think this is a very good thing to be honest.

Will there be PvP?
Yes. We plan for a faction vs. faction PvP ruleset, but there are also plans for a competitive PvE mechanic.

GEE THANKS

You're welcome, I'm sure.

Will there be PvP, PvE and RP rule set servers?
There will not be separate servers for PvP and PvE rulesets. Open PvP will be restricted to designated sectors of space (far-off reaches of unclaimed territory). Consensual PvP and competitive PvE will occur between the realm borders (the Neutral Zone), where players will be competing over territory and resources with the option to PvP.

What kind of Low-Budget Circus is this? I mean WTF man? The technology is nothing new to this industry. Why can't we have diverse rule sets on multiple servers? Few choices in MMORPGS is a BAD thing. This is not a good sign at all. It really speaks to their commitment to the customer base. SAD VERY SAD!!!

Why do we need them? Why can't the customer decide when they want to PvP and when not? Isn't it actually giving the Customer more options? Just think about it, you create a character on a server, because your friends are there and you play and play. Then, at some point, you realize, you would like to do some PvP. You want to try it for fun, or you think it might be a cool thing to test it. But you have to create a new char for that. Ugh...naaaaah. *shrug*

Will there be an economy?
Many of the details are still in the works, but yes, there will be an economy that makes sense in the Star Trek universe. Since the Federation has explicitly done away with money, expect bartering and trading of goods to be an important part of the economy. Less tangible forms of economics such as Reputation are also not out of the question.

All I can say is, if this game has a standard economy I will not be playing. The Heart of the STAR TREK universe is the very unique economy. It should be a resource based economy...NO COIN, CASH, or CREDIT!

Yeah....because EVERY race in the Star Trek Universe obviously has the same economical system as the Federation. I suppose the Ferengi don't exist in your world? Or the various Merc's doing work for money? Need I go on?

What are the system requirements?
We haven't finalized this yet. Suffice to say, we want to make a game that looks great and can run well on a wide variety of systems.

UGGHH...still can't get over the console plans.

We're really sad.

Will you need to have to have an internet connection to play Star Trek Online?
Yes.

no comment

When does the game take place?
Approximately 30 years after the events in Star Trek Nemesis. The game starts in 2409. Technology has advanced and the galaxy is a much more volatile place.

I'll take a wait and see approach on this one.

What races will we be able to play?
The plan is Human, Vulcan, Andorian, Klingon, Orion, Gorn, and several others. You will also be able to create your own race with its own custom look and attributes.

WTF!!!!!...No BORG...No ROMULANS...No JEM' HADAR???? This game is gonna BLOW! Why would you have the Freaken GORN but not ROMULANS? If this game doesn't have the ROMULAN EMPIRE, I won't be playing this sorry ass game!!! I just can't believe this is the direction they are going...SAD SAD SAD!!!

Hah! I can see you playing a Borg. "Resistance is futile", "We are the Borg!". The Interface should limit you to only saying these two things then. *smirk* And from what I've read so far, you were not planning on playing this game anyway, so this is not really a big surprise really. Oh...ever heard of Expansions? Noooo, you haven't? Eh...well.

Will everyone be the Captain of their own ship?
Yes, but you will have to earn the responsibility and skill to command larger and more powerful vessels. Remember, in Star Trek as well as naval tradition, whoever commands the ship is the "Captain," even if it is not your current rank.

Well this is gonna suckazz....very much like a very bad STAR WARS game I know. (SWG) A game where Jedi are EVERYWHERE and ANYONE can be one. Will this industry ever learn? STAR TREK ONLINE...WHERE EVERYONE IS A CAPTAIN. UUUUHHHGGGG!!!!!!!!!!..../ FACEPALM* Here is an idea...why not earn such titles as an endgame reward? No No No it makes more sense to just give those ranks away. Can we devalue Rank anymore?

Because Captains of Starships are the Jedi of the Star Trek Universe? And to be quite honest, if they hadn't decided on this, you'd have had people whining that they can't command a ship from day one. Apart from the fact that if not everyone was "Captain" (because you obviously failed to read the part of the actual -RANK- not necessarily being Captain), people would actually have to follow other players orders....errr. Yeah...that would totally work out. *smirk*

Can I play something other than a Captain like a Doctor or an Engineer?
Everyone is a Captain, (remember, if you command a ship, you are automatically a Captain), and you will command a crew, but that does not limit your role. Your character will still be able to choose from a variety of career paths, such as Engineer, Tactical Officer, Doctor, Science Officer, etc. Your career path is your root, and will affect your skills, and how you command your crew. Consider Jean-Luc Picard, Beverly Crusher, Worf and Kathryn Janeway. Picard was an archeologist and diplomat, Crusher was a doctor, Worf a security/tactical officer, and Janeway was a scientist. Each eventually chose a career in command and became ship captains. This does not mean the game will limit your ship choices based on your profession – far from it. The examples are simply an example of how the game design was inspired.

Way to twist the Cannon around to fit in your little suckazz universe. Way to go Cryptic, you are well on your way to Butchering the next best IP in the world. Yep...go ahead follow Darth SMED and the SOE underlings in destoying another great IP...Thanks a pant load guys!!!

Errr, kindly explain how they -twist- Canon? Where did they -twist- anything? Please, enlighten me? Was Worf not "Captain" of the Defiant in Star Trek VIII? Was Beverly Crusher not "Captain" of the Pasteur in "All Good Things..."? And Riker commanded the Enterprise in that same episode? You're starting to look a bit misinformed about Star Trek to be honest. First the thing with the economy, now this.

Do I need to be well-versed in Star Trek lore in order to play Star Trek Online?
No, even the most casual Star Trek fan will enjoy and appreciate the world. For those not familiar with the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online will be a new experience with as much depth as each individual is comfortable with exploring. However, the world will be rich with lore from every series and movie that will satisfy even the most devout Trek fan.

I won't hold my breath

How will I be able to play with my friends?
In space, you can form teams and do missions together. Space battles will occur between multiple player and NPC vessels. When you do a ground mission, the mission owner can build an away team that consists of other players. Outside of combat, there will be numerous community building features, locations, hubs and events that will bring players together.

Well it's good to see they are planning for MULTIPLE PLAYER VESSELS...If they keep them that is. My bet is, they won't...for now I'll wait and see.

Will console and PC players be on the same servers?
We would like that to be the case. There is nothing technologically keeping us from making it so.

NO FU@KING WAY that is gonna work...I am so NOT gonna play with Console geeks!

See the first point. I frankly find the PC Player Elitism hilarious.

Will there be realistic travel times in space?
Travel times will be semi-realistic, with a focus on fun. Space is big, and it can take a very long time to travel great distances. That travel time can be impractically long. We will introduce transwarp conduit technology and worm holes to allow players to travel to distant sectors of the galaxy without needing days or weeks of gameplay to do so.

Once again lets butcher the ip more. Players should have the choice to do one or the other. Not just one or the other. Again Choice is a GOOD this and should be embraced....the comment about "a focus on fun" makes me very nervous. That is dev-speak for we are gonna do what we want you to do and we dont care what you think!

Yeeeeaaahhh. That's exactly what that comment is supposed to mean.

 

I have to be honest...

At this point in development (going on 6 years now) it doesn't look good for the Hard Core STAR TREK fan. It's SAD but it seems Cryptic is taking the SOE approach to game development. IMO..This game is going to FAIL before it ever gets a chance to get off the ground. It is under-funded and the dev-team has set thier sites very low. It seems to me they are just attempting to make a quick buck with no thought to the future or even what the hard core fans think.

NO...If things don't change quick, I will NOT be playing this steaming pile of Crap. I suggest the rest of you DEMAND MORE from the Industry. DO NOT settle for the what they put on your plate!!! DEMAND MORE!

So, it took me a while to answer all your points, but I think I got them all covered. Anyway, Those are "MY REASONS WHY YOUR REASONS DO NOT MATTER IN THE SLIGHTEST".

Oh, and also, Caps in the Title do not make your post more important. Aaaand, Hard Core fans are typically people who ruin games. They continue to bicker and bicker over minute details of a game which are, in the grand scheme of things, unimportant and demand they be heard more than anyone else, tzhinking they have a divine right to be part of the game creation process because in their world, their opinion is all that matters.

I sincerely hope they do not listen to the Hard-Core fans. I hope they make their game good and solid and then we will see what kind of game it is, if they listen to input from ALL sources and weigh the options against each other. The opinions of the casual player should be heard just as much as those of the so-called Hard-Core crowd.

Anyway...my opinions. *shrugs* Cheers!

Edit: Geee, I am ashamed. I misnumbered a movie. It was supposed to be Star Trek VIII not IX. Forgive me. :D