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lokideshadow
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Joined: 5/21/04
Rule #1: It's a game, it's suppose to be fun, not a chore. |
Basically there is no monthly fee at the moment because the company is in insolvency, more here. Which is due to a parent company issue.. You do however still have to buy the game. There is a 10 Day trial, if you can get a ClickToPay account, which currently is not issuing accounts to USA customers. The PayPal option has not been functional since October, in part due to the insolvency issues. and the third option PayByCash is not a trial account method, but a purchase of the game. PayByCash uses several methods including the Ultimate GameTime Card sold at a lot of stores. The english speaking server Terra routinely has 10-16% population every night and has a fair population of other languages spoken. The UI and sounds can actually be extensively modded, if you care to take the time. It is a bit basic and designed around a more immersive experience, generally you see a minimalist screen unless you press a button for standard UI. There is a fansite called Tech Haven with loads of information and a wiki. The graphics are a bit dated for character models, but the world looks a bit more 'real' than some other games such as planetside. It is not a resource hog but occasionally will crash, generally when syncing(zoning). Targeting is based on a reticule, not a simple click to target. Neocron is a skill based game and your rank is based on whichever skill area you have the most levels in. Skill areas level as you use them or through missions, but there are several individual skills inside of each area. Character customization is limited in appearance possibilities, but it exceeds most games on actual skill customization. Learning what each skill affects is best determined by reviewing the information on the official website or fan sites. There are several ways to level and it doesn't take horrible amounts of time to get somewhere. On Terra you are limited to four characters. This game encourages PvP but it is not required, and changing your PvP status is as simple as removing an implant. There is plenty of PvE content to level on, but joining a clan requires PvP.Outpost battles are infrequent at the moment, due to population. The tutorial helps some, though I've found the universal Help chat to be far more informative as generally other players will help you. Help, OOC, and Alliance chat channels are the most used on the servers. By default OOC is turned off, so you may miss responses if you leave it that way. There are some exploits/hacks which some people use to grief others, it is unfortunate but it does happen. But since the monthly fee is currently non-existent can't complain much. The in game navigation system (NavRay) is usually alright for pointing you where to go though occasionally it leads you into a wall or tries to send you all the way across the world. Best bet when this happens is to consult chat or an online website for a few details. As far as intuitiveness goes I think the game is a bit behind general standards but the info provided on most items will generally answer your questions and websites/chat can answer the rest. That's all the basics that I can think of at the moment. Nothing significant but it is an update on the game. - Loki
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3/24/09 3:09:16 PM#2
<p>Much thanks to the OP on this. This is information that hopefully will get more US players to discover this older, albeit "hidden gem" of a title. Long before Hellgate Huxely gameplay mechanics for MMO's were implemented, there was Neocron. If people can forgive the Half-life quality of graphics as this is an older title, they may discover this to be an interesting FPS MORPG title, that offers gamers a balanced blend of FPS action gameplay, with solid RPG character/skill progression system (not to mention so very cool variety of weapon choices). I only hope this title gets one more update (and hopefully a graphics overhaul... though I'm not crossing my fingers on that one, but it would be nice).</p> |
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