To me, (15 yrs playing mmo) what makes the game good at least in beta is that fact that the GMs actually plan events! Theres nothing new to be honest, everything is simlar to something else that has already been done, whats specail about the game is the interaction of the world and the people that run it, you dont get that anymore, plus they are actually trying to devlop realm pride thru the factions ala DAOC plus it has a old school feel to it. IM PRE ORDER for sure
Still gonna wait and see. While 1-20 looked promising, it is the later game that really makes or breaks a game. This was the problem with Aion. It looked amazing 1-20, then you hit 30+ and found out the dev's didn't fill in the rest of (most) of the game at all, and it was ridiculously easy aside from the constant threat of getting ganked by the other faction.
I liked most that Rift was appropriately difficult, you actually could die if you did really stupid things past 8+ or so, especially at or near rifts. Rifts also gave substantial rewards, in both gear, items, and xp. I really hope they center a significant amount of later gameplay on rifts as well.
The Rift invasion event around the end of beta was awesome. The CE has some nice in game items. It even has some real items. So I will most likely place a preorder on the CE too sometime in the near future.
Just got into beta 3. As soon as I got to the first major town at around level 9 I was hooked. Love the rifts and invasions. I will preorder from Steam as soon as they post the link. I know I like the game because I dread the ending of beta 3 and not knowing if I'll be in future betas!
Still on the fence but most likely I will order the CE. I usually regret it but let's hope this is a game I can 'go back to' next month or next year and re-roll a new toon/poke around.
One thing that stirred my curiosity was the Shrouded Sourcestone Rune that is supposed to give a death aura around your weapon. I know it's cosmetic but I was curious. Has anyone ordered from Trion Worlds directly before and/or any ideas where/when we can (if we choose to) buy?
Since Vanguard I've never pre-ordered a game or played untill at least a month after release . But I'm confident enough in this game to actually pre-order it . Its very playable and enjoyable in fact the last time I had this feeling about an mmo was over 6 years ago when I beta'd a certain World of Warcraft . Finally Blizzard have some real competition .
No, canceled my preorder. I might try the game when they fix a few things. Right now I am disappointed with the robot movement of the characters, the robotic combat. I have been disappointed with the dated look of the graphics and hoped it would have improved from the 1stbeta. They did work hard and improve the client, they did a great job for what it is. I am big on graphics and the looks to me are pre War Hammer, almost DAoC quality. The quests were also dull and helped me lose interest fast in all 3 betas. The class system is really cool the Rifts are good fun a few times but that died out. Good luck and hope you all enjoy it, this one is just not for me.
Since Vanguard I've never pre-ordered a game or played untill at least a month after release . But I'm confident enough in this game to actually pre-order it . Its very playable and enjoyable in fact the last time I had this feeling about an mmo was over 6 years ago when I beta'd a certain World of Warcraft . Finally Blizzard have some real competition .
About time too .
I am in the same boat as you. This will be my first pre-order since VG. I also think Rift will give everything playable in 2011 a solid run for its money.
I am not saying Rift is next-gen or a wow-killer. I just know that the beta was the first time in years I had fun playing a MMO and that is all I need from a game ... fun.
I will decide when I see the later betas, most of what I want is there but I need to see what's to come.
Currently playing - FF14ARR Previous games - SWG, World of Warcraft, ShadowBane, Warhammer, Age of Conan, Darkfall, Planetside Asheron's Call, Everquest, Everquest 2, Too many.
I've seen a couple of people saying this will be out on 3 rd March . I've been looking for it on some of the uk retailers webpages to see if can find it with no luck as yet . Do you think it will be download only ?
We'll end up pre-ordering not sure if it'll be CE or Reg yet though, had a vip key for a good while now and I'm pretty impressed with trion. Some of the best devs I've had the opportunity to deal with in a long long time.
I will be preordering the CE. However, I can't seem to find it for sale yet anywhere in the UK. Whenever Trion does their direct thing here I'll buy it.
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Definitely getting it. It is just a matter if I want to pony up the extra for the collectors edition.
To me, (15 yrs playing mmo) what makes the game good at least in beta is that fact that the GMs actually plan events! Theres nothing new to be honest, everything is simlar to something else that has already been done, whats specail about the game is the interaction of the world and the people that run it, you dont get that anymore, plus they are actually trying to devlop realm pride thru the factions ala DAOC plus it has a old school feel to it. IM PRE ORDER for sure
Pre-order, CE, whole thing. First time in a long time that I couldn't wait to log into a game.
CE if i can
Still gonna wait and see. While 1-20 looked promising, it is the later game that really makes or breaks a game. This was the problem with Aion. It looked amazing 1-20, then you hit 30+ and found out the dev's didn't fill in the rest of (most) of the game at all, and it was ridiculously easy aside from the constant threat of getting ganked by the other faction.
I liked most that Rift was appropriately difficult, you actually could die if you did really stupid things past 8+ or so, especially at or near rifts. Rifts also gave substantial rewards, in both gear, items, and xp. I really hope they center a significant amount of later gameplay on rifts as well.
The Rift invasion event around the end of beta was awesome. The CE has some nice in game items. It even has some real items. So I will most likely place a preorder on the CE too sometime in the near future.
Just got into beta 3. As soon as I got to the first major town at around level 9 I was hooked. Love the rifts and invasions. I will preorder from Steam as soon as they post the link. I know I like the game because I dread the ending of beta 3 and not knowing if I'll be in future betas!
I will pre-order this game.
Pre-ordering 3 CEs for my household...so theres $80 x 3 haha
Well technically, mine has been pre-ordered for awhile, but yeah...
Still on the fence but most likely I will order the CE. I usually regret it but let's hope this is a game I can 'go back to' next month or next year and re-roll a new toon/poke around.
One thing that stirred my curiosity was the Shrouded Sourcestone Rune that is supposed to give a death aura around your weapon. I know it's cosmetic but I was curious. Has anyone ordered from Trion Worlds directly before and/or any ideas where/when we can (if we choose to) buy?
i'll be preordering a CE, had alot of fun in the beta 3.
Ill pre order and go CE if there is a actual benifit to it.
http://www.riftgame.com/en/products/exclusives.php
Mount, bag and small buff are the ingame useful items. Soundtrack, flash drive are the 'fluff' items.
Many thanks
Since Vanguard I've never pre-ordered a game or played untill at least a month after release . But I'm confident enough in this game to actually pre-order it . Its very playable and enjoyable in fact the last time I had this feeling about an mmo was over 6 years ago when I beta'd a certain World of Warcraft . Finally Blizzard have some real competition .
About time too .
No, canceled my preorder. I might try the game when they fix a few things. Right now I am disappointed with the robot movement of the characters, the robotic combat. I have been disappointed with the dated look of the graphics and hoped it would have improved from the 1stbeta. They did work hard and improve the client, they did a great job for what it is. I am big on graphics and the looks to me are pre War Hammer, almost DAoC quality. The quests were also dull and helped me lose interest fast in all 3 betas. The class system is really cool the Rifts are good fun a few times but that died out. Good luck and hope you all enjoy it, this one is just not for me.
I will be pre-ordering
I am in the same boat as you. This will be my first pre-order since VG. I also think Rift will give everything playable in 2011 a solid run for its money.
I am not saying Rift is next-gen or a wow-killer. I just know that the beta was the first time in years I had fun playing a MMO and that is all I need from a game ... fun.
I will decide when I see the later betas, most of what I want is there but I need to see what's to come.
Currently playing - FF14ARR
Previous games - SWG, World of Warcraft, ShadowBane, Warhammer, Age of Conan, Darkfall, Planetside Asheron's Call, Everquest, Everquest 2, Too many.
Gonna preorder for sure.
I've seen a couple of people saying this will be out on 3 rd March . I've been looking for it on some of the uk retailers webpages to see if can find it with no luck as yet . Do you think it will be download only ?
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yea, gonna pre-order after my epic STO & FFxiv....
I'm strongly considering it, and likely the CE version if it's not priced out of wack.
We'll end up pre-ordering not sure if it'll be CE or Reg yet though, had a vip key for a good while now and I'm pretty impressed with trion. Some of the best devs I've had the opportunity to deal with in a long long time.
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I will be preordering the CE. However, I can't seem to find it for sale yet anywhere in the UK. Whenever Trion does their direct thing here I'll buy it.
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