/sigh. I'm a bit dashed TBH, but thanx for the info!
Anyway,
Anybody have an idea how long Blizzard has been developing their next-gen MMO? Been hearing rumors for the last year or 2. For A-Nets sake I hope it won't be ready too soon after GW2's release.
Timing... Its everything in life.
A Letter to Our Fans [from Mike O'Brien]
LithiumPicnic
fog_of_redoubt
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Actually I think id (DooM creator) was the first to say 'just shut up and wait'...er...'when it's done'.
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zwei2stein
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'When it's done'
You guys learned that from Blizzard didn't you?  Anyway, thanks for the communication. |
Onyx Blindbow
LoL read into it all you want, dissect the letter and discuss it from every angle, the simple fact is that the letter was complete non-information, it confirmed and denied nothing and gave zero facts other than to say GW2 is still in development which we already knew.
Amnel Ithtirsol
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Timing... Its everything in life.
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Problem with GW is that there is still no viable alternatives available. Doesnt mean there never will be though...
dasmitchies
This is ridiculous. Same old song and dance from the department. I still say they are delayed by the lawsuit. Hopefully KOTOR MMORPG is online before then. As for NCsoft they really better consider releasing some HARD info in the next 6 months. New games are going to be sold before the (un)expected release and few players will jump on board after investing their time in another game.
Akaraxle
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'When it's done'
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Wild Rituals
So really why was this Post alloud to be discussed?
Its another stupid reason to complain about GW2 being years away for impatient people
Its another stupid reason to complain about GW2 being years away for impatient people
Rak Orgon of Beowulf
meh, not much else in that, but at least its communication, however small. honestly, im probably gonna play GW2 anyway regardless of when it comes out.
All you people with GWAMM/full obby/chaos gloves rushed through to fast and have nothing to do. muahaha. I'll have plenty to do for awhile. lol i kid.
/anothernonewsthread
All you people with GWAMM/full obby/chaos gloves rushed through to fast and have nothing to do. muahaha. I'll have plenty to do for awhile. lol i kid.
/anothernonewsthread
-rightuos-
One of the most common things i see is "screen shot or it didn't happen"
Well I'm going with this til they release something. They keep on about we will be done when we are done. Well.... when your done could be determined by the very financial stability of those who fund you, and well NCsoft aint looking too hot at all. Not to mention they are first in line to getting sued for mmo rights. Getting sued first because they are the weakest target...(the lawsuit is BS if I do say so myself) Though I'm going to stick to my thoughts that most anet is gone, and been fired. Only makes sense they are cutting back, I mean Gail actually got on the game for discussions, and now we have "Regina" who makes posts now and then.
I personally would like to see GW2, but meh, I'm not holding my breath. Watching NCsofts troubling financial situation has erased any hope of that for me.
Well I'm going with this til they release something. They keep on about we will be done when we are done. Well.... when your done could be determined by the very financial stability of those who fund you, and well NCsoft aint looking too hot at all. Not to mention they are first in line to getting sued for mmo rights. Getting sued first because they are the weakest target...(the lawsuit is BS if I do say so myself) Though I'm going to stick to my thoughts that most anet is gone, and been fired. Only makes sense they are cutting back, I mean Gail actually got on the game for discussions, and now we have "Regina" who makes posts now and then.
I personally would like to see GW2, but meh, I'm not holding my breath. Watching NCsofts troubling financial situation has erased any hope of that for me.
Sweet Mystery
I think we'll be on Diablo 4 by the time GW 2 creeps out of it's coffin...
Xinix
Regina, the reason why a lot of people are a bit negative here is that they love GW so much and as a result they are a bit impatient. So don't let it bother you too much.
Mike, just keep working on GW2 and deliver us a great game, with a lot of content and everything will be forgotten.
Although nothing new has been said we are happy to hear that the development of GW2 is progressing.
Mike, just keep working on GW2 and deliver us a great game, with a lot of content and everything will be forgotten.
Although nothing new has been said we are happy to hear that the development of GW2 is progressing.
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M1h4iL
Good to hear it's getting there.
Shanaeri Rynale
The letter is'nt aimed at regular forum goers, but the other 95% of people who don't read them. That's why it says nothing we did'nt know already.
I do believe GW2 is being worked on, and has a lot of focus, but I can't help but think the secretive way in which information about GW2 is being handled will backfire somewhere down the line.
I do agree with some of the posters though. 2010 looks unlikely, 2011 is possible, but even a slight delay(law suits, economy, re-designs of some aspects of gameplay etc) makes 2012 not an outside bet.
Anet's view as to what players should do about Gw1 is also quite clear, if somewhat unconventional for an MMO.
"If you are fed/bored up with GW1 go do something else and don't expect us to keep updating the content. Thanks for all the fun you gave us and we'll see you in 3 years."
It's an attiude which I actually find quite refreshing.
I do believe GW2 is being worked on, and has a lot of focus, but I can't help but think the secretive way in which information about GW2 is being handled will backfire somewhere down the line.
I do agree with some of the posters though. 2010 looks unlikely, 2011 is possible, but even a slight delay(law suits, economy, re-designs of some aspects of gameplay etc) makes 2012 not an outside bet.
Anet's view as to what players should do about Gw1 is also quite clear, if somewhat unconventional for an MMO.
"If you are fed/bored up with GW1 go do something else and don't expect us to keep updating the content. Thanks for all the fun you gave us and we'll see you in 3 years."
It's an attiude which I actually find quite refreshing.
rapskallyon
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Not to be negative, but I'm glad to hear you're proud of what your team has accomplished GW2 wise, because none of your players are.
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"screen shot or it didn't happen"
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Seriously... one pic... just one.
Cuthroat Dibbler
oooh oooh can I say it now?
2011.... Told you so......
2011.... Told you so......
Greedy Gus
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ArenaNet has never given a release date for Guild Wars 2 other than "when it's done."
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Our team continues to grow, and has the strong support and financial backing we need to achieve our goal of making Guild Wars 2 the best online role-playing game ever created.
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That kind of hyperbole doesn't usually come from competent developers working on a project that is going smoothly & according to plan. The usual strategy is some professional modesty coupled with proper expectation management.
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Hyper.nl
When it is done? So it will be released together with Duke Nukem Forever, right?
Sniper22
It seems like many people are disappointed that they will have to wait for gw2 because they are such big fanboys and have probably put like 4000 hours on 2+ accounts... I would honestly rather wait for the game to be well developed than to rush it out early. I would think that a lot of the non-forum community would think the same way.
Draikin
Claiming your going to set the record straight and then telling people the same things they've been hearing for the past two years (meaning nothing) is only going to cast further doubt on the project.
Sjeng
I'm thankfull for the info. At least I know GW2 is still in the works. I'll have plenty to do untill then, and it's not like this was the one thing I've been waiting for. It's a game I'd really like to play, preferably with my guild, but there's plenty other stuff to keep me busy.
For now, I'm looking forward to the next big update (HoM + storage), and I'll be working on my GWAMM occasionally.
(I'm reminded of those oldschool games of yore, that got sequels, and you were considered to be "old" if you actually played the original game :P, can't come up with any RPG titles right now, but there's plenty of them. for example Prince of Persia 1... Super Mario Brothers 1...)
For now, I'm looking forward to the next big update (HoM + storage), and I'll be working on my GWAMM occasionally.
(I'm reminded of those oldschool games of yore, that got sequels, and you were considered to be "old" if you actually played the original game :P, can't come up with any RPG titles right now, but there's plenty of them. for example Prince of Persia 1... Super Mario Brothers 1...)
TotallyToxic
If you can't wait for GW2 its tough. QQ me a river.
I've been waiting for Duke Nukem 4 ever since 1996.... ok I think it's safe to say it isn't coming any more.
I'll be happy if GW2 is released by 2015 as long as they keep GW1 servers live until then.
I've been waiting for Duke Nukem 4 ever since 1996.... ok I think it's safe to say it isn't coming any more.
I'll be happy if GW2 is released by 2015 as long as they keep GW1 servers live until then.
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[Morkai]
"Pleased with the development of GW2".
Some screenshots, concept artwork, hell even some more lore wouldn't go amiss to strengthen your claims of actually doing anything.
Other than that, thanks for at least a tiny bit of clarification.
Some screenshots, concept artwork, hell even some more lore wouldn't go amiss to strengthen your claims of actually doing anything.
Other than that, thanks for at least a tiny bit of clarification.
Yang Whirlwind
Thank you Regina and Mike.
At least we got an indication that GW2 is not being canceled.
Hopefully, that can make the vapor-ware people a little less vocal for a while.
More would have been nice, but isn't that always the case?
At least we got an indication that GW2 is not being canceled.
Hopefully, that can make the vapor-ware people a little less vocal for a while.
More would have been nice, but isn't that always the case?
Zakarr
Good to know that Guild Wars 2 project is running strong.
GW skill system would be too unique and brilliant to be forgotten. Hopefully GW2 has less skills because every skill does not have useful role in GW1. The amount of skills just confuse newcomers.
I understand that Anet doesn't want to reveal any interface, skill or character details for now but maybe you could release more concept art or something? It is better than nothing. Something else than just words.
GW skill system would be too unique and brilliant to be forgotten. Hopefully GW2 has less skills because every skill does not have useful role in GW1. The amount of skills just confuse newcomers.
I understand that Anet doesn't want to reveal any interface, skill or character details for now but maybe you could release more concept art or something? It is better than nothing. Something else than just words.
ectospasm
I've had high expectations for GW2 to be much better than GW and possibly better than World of Warcraft, due to Guild War's graphics engine making the game look good while being smooth while playing. Plus they have so much to expand on and be competative at it with other games out there. All I can say is I really really hated over the last two years to not really get any info on what the game looks like or will look like, as far as artist sketches of characters, environments, weapons or armor. And for the official GW website not to have its own forums. That site is just like my old yahoo geocities site, same stuff thats been on it for like 10 years lol..
But anyways. At least GW2 as far as we know, is in development and hopefully wont get cut. And maybe one day I can quit or limit "raiding" so I can actually log into a game and have fun. As of late, raiding for 5 hours at a time for a chance at a few pieces of gear that 12 other people can /roll on (Tier loot) isnt the best way to spend your free time if you catch my drift...
But anyways. At least GW2 as far as we know, is in development and hopefully wont get cut. And maybe one day I can quit or limit "raiding" so I can actually log into a game and have fun. As of late, raiding for 5 hours at a time for a chance at a few pieces of gear that 12 other people can /roll on (Tier loot) isnt the best way to spend your free time if you catch my drift...
Esan
Best online role-playing game ever? Doubtful. That title belongs to game forums. Many people have stopped playing GW but are still playing GWGuru.
Rocky Raccoon
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Longasc
Oh my.
They realized they need more time with GW2 than they expected. That they made a lot of fuss about GW2 before they DROPPED! GW1 and it is still YEARS away is a tragedy.
What are we going to discuss on Guru in 2009, 2010, 2011? Blizzard's "NextGen MMO"?
OK, Guild Wars 2 can of course still become the next revelation in terms of gameplay....
It just sucks that Guild Wars 1 is left to rot away for years. The small LIVE Team does not change anything about that. They could fill the empty spots of the map with an Utopia Campaign, but well, GW2 takes all their manpower.
They realized they need more time with GW2 than they expected. That they made a lot of fuss about GW2 before they DROPPED! GW1 and it is still YEARS away is a tragedy.
What are we going to discuss on Guru in 2009, 2010, 2011? Blizzard's "NextGen MMO"?
OK, Guild Wars 2 can of course still become the next revelation in terms of gameplay....
It just sucks that Guild Wars 1 is left to rot away for years. The small LIVE Team does not change anything about that. They could fill the empty spots of the map with an Utopia Campaign, but well, GW2 takes all their manpower.
Rocky Raccoon
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It seems like many people are disappointed that they will have to wait for gw2 because they are such big fanboys and have probably put like 4000 hours on 2+ accounts... I would honestly rather wait for the game to be well developed than to rush it out early. I would think that a lot of the non-forum community would think the same way.
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Cuthroat Dibbler
GW1 = 5 years to come to fruition....
GW2 = Announced 2 years ago-ish ... A complete rebuild of game, so 2011 is far more realistic than the 2008 beta that was first projected. This then provides some guidance as to why we haven't (and won't) see bugger all for at least another year. The credibility of "announcements" was lost a long time ago.
And despite my impatience, I agree that waiting til the product is actually finished (and fully bug tested) is far more preferable than having a product thats rushed and weak. The farce that was Elite Skills missing from the game at each release of a campaign is proof that Anet will need a long time to even test the game at its most basic level.
*twiddles thumbs til 2011
GW2 = Announced 2 years ago-ish ... A complete rebuild of game, so 2011 is far more realistic than the 2008 beta that was first projected. This then provides some guidance as to why we haven't (and won't) see bugger all for at least another year. The credibility of "announcements" was lost a long time ago.
And despite my impatience, I agree that waiting til the product is actually finished (and fully bug tested) is far more preferable than having a product thats rushed and weak. The farce that was Elite Skills missing from the game at each release of a campaign is proof that Anet will need a long time to even test the game at its most basic level.
*twiddles thumbs til 2011
rapskallyon
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Speak for yourself. People complain for some info; when they get some that doesn't say what they want to hear they complain again. If you can't wait find something else to do. I just appreciate that something was explained.
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His version of setting the record straight was to tell us that GW2 exists and is being worked on. Great. Regina tells us the same thing... So why did he even bother? Kind of egotistical to think that by applying his name to something (or in this case, nothing) it carries more weight. Kind of disrespectful to Regina as well...
Rocky Raccoon
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His version of setting the record straight was to tell us that GW2 exists and is being worked on.
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Darcy
In the Off-Topic section is a thread about Warhammer. The OP seems to like the game, but, as with most recent (last 1-1/2 yrs) on-line games, feels it has large gaps and some things that were just added with little thought. The devs are friendly and working on stuff, but they don't expect an overhaul until December. And players pay monthly to experience this.
Is that what people want for GW2? A half-baked game that will fail immediately.
I would prefer that ArenaNet takes the time to present a more polished game. While no game can withstand the exposure to the general player base without showing flaws and developing problems, minimizing that will only improve our fun.
Thanks to Regina for posting the letter.
Is that what people want for GW2? A half-baked game that will fail immediately.
I would prefer that ArenaNet takes the time to present a more polished game. While no game can withstand the exposure to the general player base without showing flaws and developing problems, minimizing that will only improve our fun.
Thanks to Regina for posting the letter.
R.Shayne
Great letter, but is there another letter that is going to set the record straight?
To the FanBoys,
To the FanBoys,
- Delayed game does not equal better game and you will learn that latter.
- Screenshots mean nothing. Games have been canceled after screenshot were posted.
- Same name does not mean same game.
daraaksii
Guild Wars screenshots from 2003: click me!
After those pictures, we had to wait another 2 years till the 2005 april release.
I hope it will be the same with Guild Wars 2 :P
~daraaksii
After those pictures, we had to wait another 2 years till the 2005 april release.
I hope it will be the same with Guild Wars 2 :P
~daraaksii
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This is ridiculous. Same old song and dance from the department. I still say they are delayed by the lawsuit. Hopefully KOTOR MMORPG is online before then. As for NCsoft they really better consider releasing some HARD info in the next 6 months. New games are going to be sold before the (un)expected release and few players will jump on board after investing their time in another game.
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Cacheelma
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Thank you Regina and Mike.
At least we got an indication that GW2 is not being canceled. Hopefully, that can make the vapor-ware people a little less vocal for a while. More would have been nice, but isn't that always the case? |
Hell, StarCraft: Ghost actually got "postponed indefinitely", and not cancelled.
Need more clue?