Howdy folks

Well, still can't get into Darkfall (game keeps selling out everytime I try to buy). But I did just get into the Fallen Earth beta.

http://www.fallenearth.com/

It still needs work, at least a years worth if you ask me, though the devs have said that the game will be ready when...well....it's ready. I hope they stick to that.

To all you Fallout fans, rejoice! Yes, this has a Fallout feel to it. The corners are still sharp but for the most part I felt like I was truly in a Fallout MMO.

The graphics are pretty decent given that it's an indy effort, and the cut scenes at the beginning are pretty cool.

It is level based, but no classes (ala Fallout). The controls do take a little getting used to as instead of the turn based combat of fallout, it's more FPSish. While walking around in MMORPG mode, the controls are very similar to WoW (WASD, Right mouse button to look around, left mouse button to walk or select), but by pressing Tab, it goes into what I'll call Counter-strike mode.

It takes a little getting used to, but I have to admit it's pretty neat. Suddenly your mouse goes into free look mode (WASD stays the same), and your left and right mouse buttons are for firing your weapons. If you are carrying an assault rifle or a two handed weapon, the left button will suffice, but if you happen to have more than one pistol, or you want to mix up a 1 handed melee with a pistol, then each button controls each weapon. VERY cool when you get the hang of it.

As you level (max lvl of 45), you assign points to various stats and skills. Keep in mind, once selected, the decision is permanent, so choose wisely.

Character customization at the beginning is very detailed, even for a beta (right down to the piercing you want in your right eye brow, yes that selective).

Vehicles are in the game, though I've yet to purchase one. You get to ride a quad in the opening portion of the game.

It's still a big laggy, and there are still some bugs there, but I would assume that this is due to code yet to be fix coupled with the diagnostic software running in the background.

If you get the chance to get into beta, it might be the fresh air that you need, at least until Darkfall becomes more available or at least until Mortal Online starts passing out beta keys.

I do believe sir you game hop even more than I do! :D

Still looking for the "feel" that I got when I played EQ. You know, that "I can't put this game down for 5 years" feel. :)

Still looking for the "feel" that I got when I played EQ. You know, that "I can't put this game down for 5 years" feel. :)

/shiver!

I can't endure another EQ... physically or mentally :)

Well, I don't mean a "copy" of EQ, but something that actually makes you enjoy the game vs. feeling that the game is more of a job.

Ok, getting into tradeskilling with this game. Pretty indepth without all the BS from Vanguard. Lots of stuff to make, and the player made stuff comes quite in handy. Resources are everywhere, and there's no "you can pick two tradeskill professions" bullshit.

Still playing around with it, but so far me really likey! :)

I hate to say it, but I think some of the things that we hated with EQ were what made the game work - at the time. Meditation within the spell book, hell levels, loooong camps. That little bit of reward after stupid amounts of waiting...and the meditation aspect did add to community. Never in any other game, except maybe EVE, have I had time to chat. Conversation was almost impossible in games like Planetside, or WoW if you were active.

With other alternatives out there, I'm not sure many people would subject themselves to EQ in the modern day.

Yeah I hear ya hehe. Went back to it for a month during the summer. Was great and nostalgic and all, but the outdated combat/spell system hit me in the forehead like a brick after about 2 weeks hehe.

Though I have to admit, the exp hot zones were pretty awesome! :)

Trying to achieve the feeling you got from eq is like trying to achieve the high you felt the first time you smoked weed or got smashed drunk. I do believe the term is "chasing the dragon."

Yeah I hear ya hehe. Went back to it for a month during the summer. Was great and nostalgic and all, but the outdated combat/spell system hit me in the forehead like a brick after about 2 weeks hehe.

Though I have to admit, the exp hot zones were pretty awesome! :)

Not outdated, you've just been playing MMORPG's with twitch responses as opposed to regular ones.

OMG HEROIC CHANCE IF I HIT THIS BUTTON INSIDE .5 seconds

Well, I will admit, yes I've probably moved on to a faster style of play. But on the other hand, it was great to get on EQ and play again. Just something about it I guess. :)

Trying to achieve the feeling you got from eq is like trying to achieve the high you felt the first time you smoked weed or got smashed drunk. I do believe the term is "chasing the dragon."


LOL...the first time I smoked weed was way back in the days of "Thai Stick" man....I remember looking at my friend and saying, did you just talk? Or did I just think you did?, and realizing that I was now really really high....

Ok, Fallen Earth, though it still needs some polish is definately going to offer up something different without leaving behind some familiar items, namely questing, mini maps and the like.

REALLY resembles Fallout in that there are levels, but no classes, just AP points you assign as you go along. My advice to you would be to learn how to make ammo as fast as possible! The less time you have to spend meleeing, the better hehe.

I also like what they did with mounts. Yes, it can be a pain having to get your mount out of a stable or garage (for vehicles), but if you leave out your mount, it can get damaged and even destroyed. It was a relief to find out however, that other people can't steal your mount like they can in Darkfall.

If you can, apply for the beta. No, it's not perfect, but it definately has potential and is a welcome breath of fresh air.