All Posts by Abstruse

Not unless Mythic fixes the basic mechanics by launch, specifically the UI response, movement, animation and AI pathing.  WAR has some good features and can be great fun to play, but it looks and feels clunky in a way that detracts from gameplay.

Wound or maim yes, but kill no.  Long time WoW players will try WAR first and maybe go to WOTLK for a while, but later return to WAR, or even play both.  There could be a mass migration of serious PvPers from WoW to WAR.  The competition will be interesting to watch.  We can expect a whole new round of WoW free trials, bonuses and beta updates as WAR nears release.

Originally posted by Rhyland123

I don't see the link to download the client anywhere.  where do I find it?

 

FP process is three steps; last step is Preload page; ignore the error message and just refresh the page periodically until the file is loaded into the Download Manager.  Instructions and primary links from Mythic:

To register for Open Beta:

1. Visit the Mythic Entertainment Account Management website.
2. Create a new Warhammer Online game account.
3. When prompted, enter your Open Beta code.*
4. Download the open beta client from Fileplanet.com. You will be required to create a free FilePlanet account and input your open beta code to access the file.

1) I sometimes mistype homophones in haste, such as 'there' for 'their', because I'm thinking of the pronunciation first, not because my spelling is bad.

2) Proofreading chat or a post is often an afterthought, hence the common sight of an asterisked correction in game chat.  In forums it definitely helps to use the preview function.

3) We need to distinguish between word abuse and phrase abbreviation.  For example, typing 'ne' or '4' instead of 'any' or 'for' is confusing and either pseudo-hip or lazy.  On the other hand, abbreviations such as 'afk', 'dot' and 'wts' are easy to recognize and save typing.

4) Chronic misuse, abuse and misspelling of English has a ripple effect.  If you take time out from games and forums once in a while to read a few well-written books then we will all benefit.  Buy a dictionary and challenge yourself.  Rent the movie "Educating Rita" .

Originally posted by Alalala

Boobs and violence + fatigue with other games + established IP + school's almost out = big AoC launch numbers.

AoC is not a WoW killer.  People leaving WoW to play AoC are most likely just bored with WoW, and AoC just happens to be the next big thing.

I agree.  AoC is a fad that will fade by Fall when many new alternatives become available.  AoC's system requirements and design choices will limit its long term appeal.  Playability has made WoW successful despite its flaws.  The proliferation of new MMO's will erode the WoW subscriber base in any case.

Originally posted by rmk70

To be honest with the lethargy that is combo combat in AoC + loading times, we're looking at a VERY slow game play.

/agree

I once started loading the game and went to my kitchen for a couple minutes -- when i got back i found my computer rebooting.  /sigh

And thanks Lobotomist for the hilarious post -- i needed a good laugh.

For me the combat system is too complicated and clumsy.  A good skill-based system would be like Fable.

If you are having trouble patching, disable spyware/virus protection.  You may also need to give firewall permission to ConanPatcher.exe.

Last November TCoS got a big publishing deal in Japan, "...the license deal is one of the largest closings for a single product for the territory of Japan in the history of PC games."

It is extremely unlikely they could have made that deal for a poor-quality game, since it included a substantial cash advance.

Several major US publishers already have their own MMO's in release or development.  The competition this year and beyond is going to be intense.

Oblivion and Fable are examples of comparable skill-based combat systems.

My description of sigils was slightly inaccurate.  The categories are item and skill, and item includes weapon and jewelry.  Item sigils can only be installed or removed at a forge for a fee.  Skill sigils are swappable out of battle.

Sorry to say daylight01, you are wrong.  Those dates are from 2007, not 2008.  Development has been delayed, just like all the other major mmo's.

TCOS has not announced a release date other than Q1 2008, and that is Europe, not US.

Lord.Bachus's description of sigils is somewhat inaccurate. 

There are three categories of slots for sigils (which are like gems): skill, weapon and jewelry.  Skill and weapon slots are associated with your *character*, not your equipment, and the number of slots increases as you level.  Jewelry is the only equipment with slots, but it is not visible on your avatar.

It is very interesting and exciting to note that sigils can be swapped for different stat configurations, when you are not in combat, but any sigil you use is soulbound.

Let me add here that combat is entirely skill-based.  There are no chance procs or dice rolls determining whether you hit or execute a spell or strike.  This requires more FPS aiming skill and judgement, but it is not clear to me whether it is like  the approximate aiming of Tabula Rasa.

Originally posted by Terminus-Est

I don't understand why everyone is so excited about Bioware making an MMORPG. They have absolutely no experience in the genre and quite frankly haven't made a decent game since Baldur's Gate. What makes you guys think it will be any good?

Blizzard had no experience making an MMORPG.

Facts:

1) BioWare now prefers it own IP's, of which it has three, Jade Empire, Mass Effect and Dragon Age.

2) Jade Empire has no known lore development beyond the original game, and there are current MMO's with a similar theme.

3) Mass Effect is XB360 exclusive for the forseeable future, and planned to be a trilogy.

4) Dragon Age has received extensive lore development over several years.

Speculation:

I conclude that Bioware's MMO is Dragon Age Online.  SP Dragon Age could be released in 2008 while DAO is being finished and polished for 2009/2010 launch.

Originally posted by openedge1

 

As to GnH...it was doomed with no crafting, PvP anyways...and the code was messed up...luckily, Bioware has the code in their hands, so that should be some miracle working, and maybe be one the best MMO's period...time will tell

Bioware has licensed Perpetual's Online Technology Platform, NOT the game engine.  (They're using HeroEngine for game development.)

I suspect that SOE divorced from PE when they saw the problems in beta.  They couldn't afford another VG.

It's better for PE's reputation to cancel GnH than release a turkey, but they could have handled the cancellation more gracefully.

The game was a good concept, but they seemed to have chronic problems with the engine.  (Maybe PE could license the GW Nightfall engine and rebuild.)  In any case, the combat system was too clumsy and slow, probably to accomodate the minion system and fancy animations.  Pacing is critical.

Originally posted by CleffyII

The only real thing SOE has on Gods and Heroes is a contract to host service in the US. 

You don't know what you're talking about.

 "We at Perpetual Entertainment...handle everything internally, from hosting the game servers, to account services/billing, to technical support, and working with the community. This means that Platform Publishing will be handling retail marketing, PR, manufacturing, and our North American distribution." -- Deodatus

Please folks, learn to base your opinions on facts.