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Star Wars: The Old Republic [Releasing Date: Dec 20 NA/EU - NDA Lifted]

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HarryDemeanor

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antonz said:
figure and the authenticator im sure they are making sure to profit from greatly. I imagine they will be selling the authenticators for like 10 bucks
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They would be out of their minds if they think they can sell authenticators for more than what Blizzard charges.
 
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commish

Jason Kidd murdered my dog in cold blood!
HarryDemeanor said:
They would be out of their minds if they think they can sell authenticators for more than what Blizzard charges.
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No really, since they aren't competing products (the authenticators). You either buy the SW authenticator, or you don't use anything. I'm pretty sure they'll fall into line and charge the same thing anyways.
 
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Emitan

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commish said:
No really, since they aren't competing products (the authenticators). You either buy the SW authenticator, or you don't use anything. I'm pretty sure they'll fall into line and charge the same thing anyways.
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It seems better in the long run to make authenticators cheap. When everyone's accounts are getting hacked and no one has an authenticator because they're too pricey EA will be regretting it.
 
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Nirolak

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CoilShot said:
Where did they get the information that open beta weekends happen in September? Ive must have over looked it.
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This press release.

EA Press said:
July 21, 2011 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
EA Unveils Special Editions of Star Wars: The Old Republic — Available for Pre-Order Starting Today

Early Game Access and Exclusive In-Game Content Announced for Highly Anticipated MMO with all Pre-Orders Beginning Today

Star Wars: The Old Republic Beta Test Weekends to Start this September

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The start of your personal Star Wars™ saga grows nearer! BioWare, a division of Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS) today revealed three editions of Star Wars™: The Old Republic™, each custom-designed to delight RPG and Star Wars fans worldwide. The Star Wars: The Old Republic Collector’s Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition and Standard Edition are available for pre-order today at participating retailers*, with digital versions available exclusively at Origin™ (http://preorder.origin.com). Upon pre-order, players will be granted a redemption code that will unlock early game access** as well as an in-game color stone to change your weapon effect. Pre-order quantities are limited and Early Game Access will only be available to those who pre-order the game and redeem their code before the game’s official release.

Star Wars: The Old Republic has been honored with over 95 industry awards and accolades from game critics worldwide and continues to be one of the most anticipated launches of 2011. The game innovates and advances the MMO genre by emphasizing story as a key pillar of the experience – a proven strength of BioWare and Lucasfilm. As anticipation grows, BioWare also proudly announced today that Star Wars: The Old Republic will open “Beta Test Weekends” starting this September. These weekend play sessions will be open to selected players worldwide and create an opportunity for fans to get a sneak peek of the epic stories, worlds, quests, battles and characters in the game. Please visit www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com to register for game testing and to stay tuned throughout the summer for more details as they become available.

“We are targeting Star Wars: The Old Republic to be one of the biggest launches of holiday 2011,” said Dr. Ray Muzyka, Group General Manager and Co-Founder, BioWare and Senior Vice President, Electronic Arts. “Our teams at BioWare and EA, along with our partners at LucasArts, are laser-focused on creating a high quality game, but just as importantly, they are resolute in delivering a high quality service. We are taking all of the necessary steps to make sure The Old Republic has a thriving community built on a stable online foundation from day one, including limiting supply at launch to ensure that players easily transition into the servers. So whether you’re waiting to join the Empire or the Republic, pre-order now to ensure you can enter the galaxy at launch!”

The three editions of Star Wars: The Old Republic are:

-Star Wars: The Old Republic Collector’s Edition – The Collector’s Edition includes a host of virtual in-game and physical items for the ultimate Star Wars fan. Physical items include a Darth Malgus Statue from Gentle Giant, the journal of Jedi Master Gnost Dural from Chronicle Books, The Music of The Old Republic soundtrack, a security key and a map of the in-game Star Wars galaxy. Virtual items include a Flare Gun, Training Droid, personal HoloDancer, HoloCam, the STAP vehicle and access to the Collector’s Store, an in-game store with new in-game items exclusively for owners of the Collector’s Edition. The Collector’s Edition will also include 30 days of game time and has an MSRP of $149.99 (USD) at participating retailers.

-Star Wars: The Old Republic Digital Deluxe Edition – The Digital Deluxe Edition has an MSRP of $79.99 (USD) and includes 30 days of game time and five virtual items, including the Flare Gun, Training Droid, personal HoloDancer, HoloCam and the STAP vehicle.

-Star Wars: The Old Republic Standard Edition – The base edition of the game is available at retailers and online for an MSRP of $59.99 (USD) and includes 30 days of game time.

Star Wars: The Old Republic has been lauded for breaking new ground in the genre by building on traditional MMO gameplay pillars of combat, exploration and character progression, and adding a fourth dimension to the experience – story. The Old Republic is set thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader, when the galaxy is in the midst of a cold war. Players will be asked to join forces with either the Galactic Republic or Sith Empire and choose one of eight iconic Star Wars characters: Jedi Knight, Jedi Consular, Smuggler, Trooper, Bounty Hunter, Imperial Agent, Sith Inquisitor and Sith Warrior. Every player’s story will unfold based on meaningful choices made throughout the game, enabling them to becomethe hero of their own personal Star Wars saga. Along their journey players will encounter companion characters with which players can build or break meaningful relationships as they join in your journeys and fight at your side. Throughout their adventures, players will be immersed in a vibrant galaxy of planets, engage in heroic battles and experience visceral Star Wars combat.

For more information on Star Wars: The Old Republic, pre-order details and special editions, please visit www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com/pre-order, follow the game on Twitter at http://twitter.com/swtor or “Like” Star Wars: The Old Republic on Facebook at http://facebook.com/starwarstheoldrepublic.

* Conditions and restrictions apply. See www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com/preorder for details.

**Codes are redeemable at www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com/preorder. Pre-order quantities are limited and will be processed in the order they are received.
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Source: http://news.ea.com/portal/site/ea/i...gId=1012492&newsId=20110721005554&newsLang=en
 
Jbird34

Jbird34

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CoilShot said:
Where did they get the information that open beta weekends happen in September? Ive must have over looked it.
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It's not going to be open beta weekends, they will select people just like they have for the previous beta tests.
 
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Keric

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Can I cancel my pre-order if I order through Origin? I worry that once the NDA is lifted, a whole lot bad news will come our way...specifically the lack of any meaningful PvP; though I still have hope!
 
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CoilShot

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Keric said:
Can I cancel my pre-order if I order through Origin? I worry that once the NDA is lifted, a whole lot bad new will come our way...specifically the lack of any meaningful PvP; though I still have hope!
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The only way I found to cancel my order with origin was to call EA directly. I hate to quote myself but here the information on that. It only took me about 30 seconds to do it.


CoilShot said:
I posted this earlier but anyone having issues aka billing,account,origin or just swtor in general and needs to talk with a live person here is the information.

EA Games
(866)-543-5435

Option 1 for Origin/Star wars old republic
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antonz

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Keric said:
Can I cancel my pre-order if I order through Origin? I worry that once the NDA is lifted, a whole lot bad new will come our way...specifically the lack of any meaningful PvP; though I still have hope!
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People at Comic Con are getting to play the Alderaan PVP Zone. So should get to hear lots of info
 
Interfectum

Interfectum

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Gvaz said:
So when does the game actually come out, does anyone know?
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My guess is early October. Marketing wise, their September beta weekends would flow well into October where hype should be at maximum peak (unless the game blows).
 
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MessieurCouchon

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Has anyone who ordered from GAME UK managed to get their pre-order code sent to them? Also, thanks for the code upgrade information, that's going to be very handy in the near future.
 
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Rekubot

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MessieurCouchon said:
Has anyone who ordered from GAME UK managed to get their pre-order code sent to them? Also, thanks for the code upgrade information, that's going to be very handy in the near future.
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GAME are sending out the codes next week I believe.
 
LowParry

LowParry

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Interfectum said:
My guess is early October. Marketing wise, their September beta weekends would flow well into October where hype should be at maximum peak (unless the game blows).
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It could land late September however going by the guess of Oct/Nov is probably the safer bet right now. And no, the game does not blow ;)
 
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CarbonatedFalcon

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Interfectum said:
My guess is early October. Marketing wise, their September beta weekends would flow well into October where hype should be at maximum peak (unless the game blows).
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Depends on how extensive the Beta ends up being. Blizzard games are usually in a open/more public than closed beta for a fairly long time - 3+ months. But the way the phrased it as "weekends" seems to imply that it's releasing sooner rather than later.

This is likely to coincide with the Diablo 3 Beta though if that does indeed start in August some time. I might need help.
 
Retrofluxed

Retrofluxed

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Anyone in North America GAF that hates PvP and wants to play on a PvE server on the Republic side, send me a PM. I've got a guild up and running and we're looking for a few more. We are going to be high playtime with a focus on endgame.
 
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Dunlop

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I know I saw something earlier about this when I was at work. About to preorder but the receipt is for the total price.

Do you have to pay in full on Origin?
 
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Gvaz

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I got mine immediately

Dunlop said:
I know I saw something earlier about this when I was at work. About to preorder but the receipt is for the total price.

Do you have to pay in full on Origin?
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Yes, they charge you state tax as well
 
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Trouble

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goat said:
Anyone in North America GAF that hates PvP and wants to play on a PvE server on the Republic side, send me a PM. I've got a guild up and running and we're looking for a few more. We are going to be high playtime with a focus on endgame.
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The GAF guild is PvE. I've heard no decision to change that. CzarTim is the guild leader and would announce a change like that. We've had these PvE vs PvP discussions several times and the outcome has always been that more people want to stick with PvE.

http://www.swtor.com/guilds/28974/gaf
 
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Forever

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I've heard people saying that Origin has been charging the full price of the game even though it's not supposed to be. Can anyone confirm this?
 
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Morkins

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Forever said:
I've heard people saying that Origin has been charging the full price of the game even though it's not supposed to be. Can anyone confirm this?
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With the additional $5 pre-order charge, yes.
 
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CoilShot

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Forever said:
I've heard people saying that Origin has been charging the full price of the game even though it's not supposed to be. Can anyone confirm this?
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I can. They fully charged me for the collectors edition plus that bs 20 dollar preorder price. I called them and told them to cancel it. I order it from amazon and I didnt get charge yet plus got my early access code instantly.
 
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