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Star Wars: The Old Republic [Releasing Date: Dec 20 NA/EU - NDA Lifted]
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bjaelke said:
And the total number of WoW zones is in the 30-something range correct? I'm really quite impressed with the size.
The VA work also seems top notch. The textures though seem very flat especially in the cave.
One thing I absolutely despise is when you make a Light-side decision(I almost called it Paragon lol), the whole damn screen goes blue. I mean can they make it any more obvious? No wait they can by adding a blue star too.
The transport vehicle was very cool although seemed a little big for the map.
That video confirms why I don't play melee heavy classes. I would have liked to see more Force usage. Quite frankly I found it pretty boring.
The Dark side choice also seemed less intrusive although still pretty damn intrusive.
The character customization seemed ok if not a little simple. I was expecting alot more options.
Music seemed really sparse at times and not that spectacular.
I also would love to know what settings he ran the game on.
The Dark side choice also seemed less intrusive although still pretty damn intrusive.
The character customization seemed ok if not a little simple. I was expecting alot more options.
Music seemed really sparse at times and not that spectacular.
I also would love to know what settings he ran the game on.
flyinpiranha
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Baller said:
I really agree with this. Everything WoW does is great for the most part ... I've just had too much of it (haven't played since about a month or two after Cata).
I do want that "goto game" again though and hopefully this fills the role. I think just randomly exploring the SW universe with this much (i hope) care put it into it will make worth the price of admission and a few months alone.
The only thing I dread is general chat talking about WoW for the first month like every new MMO does, will be even worse with the drop off of subscribers looking for a fix lately.
I'm really hoping that this isn't just WoW with Star Wars universe. I hoping it's KOTOR with friends. There's a huge difference between those two games and a very large reason why I left WoW was due to the game feeling like I was carrying out a task while playing.
Also, in the video did anyone else notice the character being referred to as "sir" during conversations despite being female?
Edit: For clarification, I realize the different nuances between an MMO and an RPG in terms of combat etc...I'm hoping for more attention to immersion and story than grinding for the best gear and so on. In WoW I felt like the story and leveling was more fun than end game for the most part. Also, I felt that there was more emphasis on end game to deal with interesting and vital plot changes which added to the "rush" to attain the highest level and gear.
Also, in the video did anyone else notice the character being referred to as "sir" during conversations despite being female?
Edit: For clarification, I realize the different nuances between an MMO and an RPG in terms of combat etc...I'm hoping for more attention to immersion and story than grinding for the best gear and so on. In WoW I felt like the story and leveling was more fun than end game for the most part. Also, I felt that there was more emphasis on end game to deal with interesting and vital plot changes which added to the "rush" to attain the highest level and gear.
I propose the term "WoW clone" becomes a bannable offense in this thread. It is almost always tossed out with nothing backing it up in attempt to derail the thread.mxgt said:
Care to explain with some detail, rather than just vague complaints?Jackl said:
Edit: was a bit harsh, softened a bit
HarryDemeanor
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The game plays exactly how I thought it would and that makes me happy.
I don't know what people were expecting it to play like.
I don't know what people were expecting it to play like.
Mister Wilhelm
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The video confirms exactly what I thought TOR would be - a generic MMO with a Star Wars makeover and lame dialog that is intended to make you feel more "connected" with the quest but just slows down the pace of the game.
The graphics are ugly as sin and the animation is worse than most of the competition. I know it's not the final product, but I doubt it's going to get much better.
I'll wait for GW2 or TERA.
The graphics are ugly as sin and the animation is worse than most of the competition. I know it's not the final product, but I doubt it's going to get much better.
I'll wait for GW2 or TERA.
Frankenstrat
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managed to see some beta gameplay...was kind of disappoint. When does the game release again?
Are those two justintv links the same video?
I can't get the part 1 vid to load.
http://www.justin.tv/archive/archive_popout?id=285832120
I can't get the part 1 vid to load.
http://www.justin.tv/archive/archive_popout?id=285832120
HarryDemeanor
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Door2Dawn said:
I wish but it'll just be a more populated closed beta than before.
flv files:Trouble said:No dice
Black screen and it just stays at 0:00:00
http://media8.justin.tv/archives/2011-5-14/live_user_trantice_1305348816.flv
http://media11.justin.tv/archives/2011-5-14/live_user_trantice_1305341612.flv
Around 1 GB each!
throwawayname
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Thanks. This might be my first mmorpg ^^bjaelke said:
Door2Dawn said:
I would imagine a lot of people care. Especially fans of the original KOTOR series. Myself included.
From the UI, to the action bars, all the way down to the bags (inventory) and minimap - this game is shaping up to be a carbon copy of World of Warcraft.
It's disheartening that MMO developers and studios alike aren't even trying to be original.
I understand it's all about making money, and it's obvious Bioware's priority is their bottom line.
Just sucks that such a wonderful franchise is being ruined as a WoW clone.
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