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I hope so, too. I have not had a game to scratch the itch WoW left on me when I left it 4 years ago.
I want this, but I'm terrified of getting back into an MMO after how badly I got hooked on WoW. I don't blame the game for that, I blame myself because I'm the one that let it go too far. I just know I'm like that and don't want to let it happen again.
Still, I want this.
Still, I want this.
"Deserve" is an odd choice of wording, but sure, I hope it's good too. When this was announced I thought it would be more KotOR than WoW and was really excited, but it now looks like the opposite to be true. Will wait and see but I'm certainly not pre-ordering a game that has no release date.
Really? "the game that they deserve this time around"? Most people seem agreed that SWG was great until SOE murdered it. If anything, people are feeling that TOR is a weak replacement.
@Kanten: That's fair. I'm basing my admittedly under-informed statement on the launch of Galaxies which was, as I recall, less than stellar. Clearly it must have gotten better to have continued as long as it has.
I got an email about this and was excited to see what the other versions had to offer. Then I realized $150 for the Collector's Edition is too much, in my opinion, and the Digital Delux is only available through Origin, which will delete the game if you don't access it for a certain amount of time. So yeah, guess I'll just get a regular copy when it comes out.
Just had a peek on Origin. They're wanting £40 for the standard game AND an extra £5 on top of that for the honour of pre-ordering.
Think I'll give this a giant miss for a while.
Think I'll give this a giant miss for a while.
@Conrad
The first two years of SWG were great, then SOE released the most ill-conceived, idiotic update in MMO history and ran off the entire subscriber base while they continued to stubbornly pretend it was a good idea. The game's been essentially on life support since 2005 and finally is being euthanised.
The first two years of SWG were great, then SOE released the most ill-conceived, idiotic update in MMO history and ran off the entire subscriber base while they continued to stubbornly pretend it was a good idea. The game's been essentially on life support since 2005 and finally is being euthanised.
Hey, HEY!
They're running out of DIGITAL copies of the game.
You better hurry up and get in the DIGITAL line of pre-ordering that DIGITAL copy by putting down some extra cash for that DIGITAL copy.
They're running out of DIGITAL copies of the game.
You better hurry up and get in the DIGITAL line of pre-ordering that DIGITAL copy by putting down some extra cash for that DIGITAL copy.
Really excited for this game. Looks like theres a ton of content and I love the art style. Plus Star Wars has a great back story so its got that going for it.
So far it really seems like it could be a stunning mmo. Hope its not a let down as I'm pre-ordering the CE tomorrow.
And once again the Origin release is way overpriced. Those better be some amazing items.
So far it really seems like it could be a stunning mmo. Hope its not a let down as I'm pre-ordering the CE tomorrow.
And once again the Origin release is way overpriced. Those better be some amazing items.
Star Wars fan here!
The color stone could be the lightsaber crystal that Jedis use to complete their armament of choice - it might save some questing time, or allow you to customize a new supplemental lightsaber (who knows). It sounds like a swarthy pickup that will save time, but it doesn't seem very unique to the pre-order.
Galaxies was a good launch, and it was pretty decent for a while. Personally, even as a huge fan of the mythos, I could never really get into it (I thought it was as boring as sin). A lot of my friends swore by it however, until the dreaded update of 2005, which ruined the entire game. RIP Galaxies.
As far as Old Republic goes...I'm skeptical. When I previewed it at E3, I played a bit of their early build. While it was fun, what the devs were saying when I asked about end-game content really worried me. When I inquired about end-game raiding content, for all the people who will no doubt reach max level in a week or less, they responded with: "at this time we're only considering 4-5 player maximum dungeons".
Right there, any MMO fan knows that's a red flag. WoW is where it is now because it has so many end-game raids that required coordination between 10 or 25 people at a time (40 in Vanilla). It takes weeks on end to clean that content out, and by the time it's finished, there's more - it's what keeps the majority of the userbase hooked. Rift shipped with a pretty hefty amount of end-game raids - that's why it's gaining momentum in the shadow of WoW.
I'm worried that their lack of knowledge on the MMO userbase will doom this game. Right now, Old Republic's leveling content looks fun, but that will most likely only last around a month or so for dedicated users, then you just shrug while waiting for new content.
Now before you say "ALL PEOPLE DON'T RAID!" - that is true, but the hardcore userbase is what keeps an MMO alive. When all of the casual users cancel their subscription for months on end, it's the hardcore users that keep feeding the developers cash to keep the servers up, so that when casual players do decide to re-up in a year or so, those servers are still there to play.
I'm too much of a Star Wars fan to not get this at launch and use the free month as a trial period, but who knows if I'll be playing it after that. Fingers crossed!
The color stone could be the lightsaber crystal that Jedis use to complete their armament of choice - it might save some questing time, or allow you to customize a new supplemental lightsaber (who knows). It sounds like a swarthy pickup that will save time, but it doesn't seem very unique to the pre-order.
Galaxies was a good launch, and it was pretty decent for a while. Personally, even as a huge fan of the mythos, I could never really get into it (I thought it was as boring as sin). A lot of my friends swore by it however, until the dreaded update of 2005, which ruined the entire game. RIP Galaxies.
As far as Old Republic goes...I'm skeptical. When I previewed it at E3, I played a bit of their early build. While it was fun, what the devs were saying when I asked about end-game content really worried me. When I inquired about end-game raiding content, for all the people who will no doubt reach max level in a week or less, they responded with: "at this time we're only considering 4-5 player maximum dungeons".
Right there, any MMO fan knows that's a red flag. WoW is where it is now because it has so many end-game raids that required coordination between 10 or 25 people at a time (40 in Vanilla). It takes weeks on end to clean that content out, and by the time it's finished, there's more - it's what keeps the majority of the userbase hooked. Rift shipped with a pretty hefty amount of end-game raids - that's why it's gaining momentum in the shadow of WoW.
I'm worried that their lack of knowledge on the MMO userbase will doom this game. Right now, Old Republic's leveling content looks fun, but that will most likely only last around a month or so for dedicated users, then you just shrug while waiting for new content.
Now before you say "ALL PEOPLE DON'T RAID!" - that is true, but the hardcore userbase is what keeps an MMO alive. When all of the casual users cancel their subscription for months on end, it's the hardcore users that keep feeding the developers cash to keep the servers up, so that when casual players do decide to re-up in a year or so, those servers are still there to play.
I'm too much of a Star Wars fan to not get this at launch and use the free month as a trial period, but who knows if I'll be playing it after that. Fingers crossed!
Cot crazy addicted City of Heroes one time but that was fine because I didn't have a child at the time so I could devote as much time to it as possible. But now I do... But I want this sooo bad!
Anyone other than me find it rediculois to pay $60 for a game and only get one free month of gameplay? I know its the norm but like 3 mo. Would be more appropriate atleast imho
I for one am afraid of what updates my PC may need to run this game. Is there a demo available to see if my PC is capable? This is why I like the consoles better than PC gaming.
My enthusiasm for this game has been fluctuating wildly for the last few months. Watching an hour of gameplay footage and seeing a WoW clone: Meh. Seeing how the new cinematic trailer: Boner.
Can't commit to a pre-order right now. Maybe once they actually have a release date.
Can't commit to a pre-order right now. Maybe once they actually have a release date.
Origin only? No thanks. Classes built to be balanced with anyone/everyone being able to become a jedi? No way in hell.
Being a massive Star Wars and KOTOR fan, this UK pricing has completely drained my enthusiasm. £10-£15 more for the `Digital Deluxe' edition that comes with 5 items, that we don't even know what they do. The Collector's Edition is pretty much the same statue/CD/Art book bullshit they always make, only this time its about 30% more expensive at least.
I'm not sure if it's a better deal in the US. But in UK money, this is seriously overpriced.
I'm not sure if it's a better deal in the US. But in UK money, this is seriously overpriced.
Being a massive Star Wars and KOTOR fan, this UK pricing has completely drained my enthusiasm. £10-£15 more for the `Digital Deluxe' edition that comes with 5 items, that we don't even know what they do. The Collector's Edition is pretty much the same statue/CD/Art book bullshit they always make, only this time its about 30% more expensive at least.
I'm not sure if it's a better deal in the US. But in UK money, this is seriously overpriced.
I'm not sure if it's a better deal in the US. But in UK money, this is seriously overpriced.
AAAGH I'm so tempted.... But I have a billion other games I need to get this year. This is one fucking great year for games, just saying...
Christmas ahoy!
Christmas ahoy!
@Luigi takes over ,
"Let me get this straight. We can pre-order, but there's STILL no confirmed concrete release date?"
That is not that weird.
"Let me get this straight. We can pre-order, but there's STILL no confirmed concrete release date?"
That is not that weird.
"Hopes are high for the success of The Old Republic, but I remember the wave of excitement surrounding Star Wars: Galaxies and that didn't turn out the way a lot of people hoped. I know there's a ton of Star Wars fans who are dying to immerse themselves in that universe and I hope they get the game that they deserve this time around."
What a fucked up comment.
"I'm basing my admittedly under-informed statement"
Uninformed indeed.
StarWars: Galaxies was, from 2003-2005, the most amazing experience I've ever had in ANY MMO to this day, and I've played all the AAA-MMO's from Aion to World of Warcraft. Most people that shit-talk SW:G never even stepped foot into the game, they just go off of what others people pick up from online trolling(herp that gaem sux). While I would expect that from spoiled brat gamers, I wouldn't expect that from you, Conrad.
I am disappoint. (But who am I for you to give a shit, right?)
What a fucked up comment.
"I'm basing my admittedly under-informed statement"
Uninformed indeed.
StarWars: Galaxies was, from 2003-2005, the most amazing experience I've ever had in ANY MMO to this day, and I've played all the AAA-MMO's from Aion to World of Warcraft. Most people that shit-talk SW:G never even stepped foot into the game, they just go off of what others people pick up from online trolling(herp that gaem sux). While I would expect that from spoiled brat gamers, I wouldn't expect that from you, Conrad.
I am disappoint. (But who am I for you to give a shit, right?)
Galaxies was by far the most immersive mmo ever. The variety of professions, the complete freedom to craft your player in anyway you saw fit. There was nothing predetermined. Player housing was great, complete player driven economy actually worked like it should. It was the only MMO where being an entertainer, doctor, vendor, etc. were good fun. You never had to engage in combat at all. SOE should have improved questing and dungeons but instead they destroyed the game completely in 2005.
Look up SWGEMU if you want to play pre-CU Galaxies still. It's a private server that is still in development but it's an awesome work in progress.
Look up SWGEMU if you want to play pre-CU Galaxies still. It's a private server that is still in development but it's an awesome work in progress.
Pre-ordered!
@Hasney The way it seems to me, on the NA side at least, is that the game is 59.99, but you need to put down $5 for the pre order. In the end you still pay $60, but in a $5 payment and a 54.99 payment.
@Hasney The way it seems to me, on the NA side at least, is that the game is 59.99, but you need to put down $5 for the pre order. In the end you still pay $60, but in a $5 payment and a 54.99 payment.
@bhoedl: Finally, someone who understands how in-depth and complex the game really was. You just made me nostalgia all-over myself. I was a Doctor, btw. =D
@Rammstein: I'd probably care more if you didn't choose to go off the rails and be incredibly rude every time you saw something you disagreed with. It breaks my heart a little more every time you do it because I know that you're an intelligent person who would realize you were doing it but your behavior demonstrates that you simply don't have any concern. That makes me sad.
So, while I'm terribly sorry that I misread the sentiment surrounding the game, you're right when you say that I don't really give a shit when it's coming from you.
So, while I'm terribly sorry that I misread the sentiment surrounding the game, you're right when you say that I don't really give a shit when it's coming from you.
If there was another mmo that replicated just the player economy of SWG I would be all over it again. There was just something awesome about hearing about finding a player created town full of player created shops, banks, etc. The creativity of the buildings, guildhalls, shops was enough just to explore the planets. People still used a traditional auction system for scrap items they burned through while leveling but for the good stuff you had to find a great merchant, a good trustworthy slicer, etc.
I haven't played another MMO since I tried WOW 4 years ago but I recently loaded up SWGEMU and can tell it's going to completely destroy my plan of working through my game backlog.
I haven't played another MMO since I tried WOW 4 years ago but I recently loaded up SWGEMU and can tell it's going to completely destroy my plan of working through my game backlog.
.I paid $32.67 for a XBOX 360 and my mom got a 17 inch Toshiba laptop for $94.83 being delivered to our house tomorrow by FedEX. I will never again pay expensive retail prices at stores. I even sold a 46 inch HDTV to my boss for $650 and it only cost me $52.78 to get. Here is the website we using to get all this stuff, BidsOut. com
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