Funcom has announced they're developing a MMORPG called 'The Secret World'. This is in addition to 'Age Of Conan', slated to be released later this year.
'The Secret World' has a fascinating concept--It takes place in our modern, present timeline. In this game, you'll be able to pull aside the mundane veil of our everyday world to reveal a world of dark fantasy and magic, shady conspiracies, and massive monsters. It's concept mixes elements of 'Deus Ex', 'Shadowrun', and the dark fantasy novels of Clive Barker and H.P. Lovecraft.
Funcom says the game started being envisioned 10 years ago, and they've been officially in development since last summer. The game probably won't be ready for at least another year. But, check out this teaser poster:
I've been waiting for someone to make a game like this for a long while. Funcom, with a premise like that, you already have my money!
mrFal wrote:A game like this doesn't really seem to fit a mmorpg setting (unless they're pulling a hellgate london on gamers heh)...
"hey guys, want to go farm this mysterious cavern where we need to explore the mystery we've already found out 100 times?" yeah....
I don't quite understand your comment, mrFal, but I don't think what you're talking about is any different than what you're currently getting in games like WoW or EQ2.
I find the concept behind this game very interesting. Personally, I'm just burned out on sword-n-sorcery MMOs.. Stuff like Vanguard or LOTRo doesn't interest me these days.
I think I'll start following this game's development. Hopefully, Funcom will start posting actual screenshots and the like soon.
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Uh, ok. Ignoring the GVoD comments above, this games looks like it has the potential to be incredible. With such rich thematic sources for the backstory and a setting that is so different from the normal high fantasy stereotypes, I am jazzed to see what this will be.
Of course, the proof is in the pudding and the game mechanics will be where it succeeds or fails. Kudos to Funcom for at least looking to chart a different course off the beaten path.
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rhinohelix wrote:Uh, ok. Ignoring the GVoD comments above, this games looks like it has the potential to be incredible. With such rich thematic sources for the backstory and a setting that is so different from the normal high fantasy stereotypes, I am jazzed to see what this will be.
Of course, the proof is in the pudding and the game mechanics will be where it succeeds or fails. Kudos to Funcom for at least looking to chart a different course off the beaten path.
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My thoughts exactly.
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Dude, a Lovecraft MMO? That sounds like a nifty concept to me. I'm in.
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While AoC had a catasthropic start, its still a great game, and the art direction and the game mechanics are both rock solid, so I have confidence that with the lessons learned from AOC, Funcom CAN create a great MMO - and yeah, the setting rocks!
mrFal wrote:A game like this doesn't really seem to fit a mmorpg setting (unless they're pulling a hellgate london on gamers heh)...
"hey guys, want to go farm this mysterious cavern where we need to explore the mystery we've already found out 100 times?" yeah....
I don't quite understand your comment, mrFal, but I don't think what you're talking about is any different than what you're currently getting in games like WoW or EQ2.
Uh, I think that's his exact point
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mrFal wrote:A game like this doesn't really seem to fit a mmorpg setting (unless they're pulling a hellgate london on gamers heh)...
"hey guys, want to go farm this mysterious cavern where we need to explore the mystery we've already found out 100 times?" yeah....
I don't quite understand your comment, mrFal, but I don't think what you're talking about is any different than what you're currently getting in games like WoW or EQ2.
Uh, I think that's his exact point
It might be a game like WOW, but set in our present world. I think that concept kicks ass.
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mrFal wrote:A game like this doesn't really seem to fit a mmorpg setting (unless they're pulling a hellgate london on gamers heh)...
"hey guys, want to go farm this mysterious cavern where we need to explore the mystery we've already found out 100 times?" yeah....
I don't quite understand your comment, mrFal, but I don't think what you're talking about is any different than what you're currently getting in games like WoW or EQ2.
Uh, I think that's his exact point
It might be a game like WOW, but set in our present world. I think that concept kicks ass.
They already have said no levels and no classes, so it won't be totally like WoW.
The thing is, MUDs have been doing alternate settings and uncommon gameplay mechanics for years and years and years. It is somewhat surprising to me that modern MMOs, with a few exceptions, have not tried to branch out a bit more. I guess the biggest problem is that MMOs, which are in such a tight competition for subscription dollars, tend to try to cater to the most broad demographic they can, which is usually fantasy or a brand like Star Wars/Conan/LOTR, etc.
Part of the problem is that MMOs require much, much, more money to make an run than a mud. It's easy to make all these wacky gameplay changes when you don't have to pay for much of anything, and your interface is text.
How was the Age of Conan launch by the way? Was it another Anarchy Online, or did it go somewhat smoothly?
I like the premise of this game, but I actually think it would work better as basically an action RPG.
How was the Age of Conan launch by the way? Was it another Anarchy Online, or did it go somewhat smoothly?
The launch in terms of stability/performance was pretty smooth. Definitely not an Anarchy Online.
What hurt Conan more than anything was that a lot of the promised gameplay features (siege warfare, structured PvP system, etc.) weren't in place by the time the game launched. The crafting system was also half-baked. End result was a lot of people leveled quickly only to find they had nothing to do once they got to the end game.
To make matters worse, these promised features kept being announced as being available very soon, then got pushed back repeatedly. I know the PvP system was delayed so often month after month that it became an almost Duke Nukem Forever sort of joke.
Age of Conan with another year of polish before launch would have been an awesome game.
How was the Age of Conan launch by the way? Was it another Anarchy Online, or did it go somewhat smoothly?
The launch in terms of stability/performance was pretty smooth. Definitely not an Anarchy Online.
What hurt Conan more than anything was that a lot of the promised gameplay features (siege warfare, structured PvP system, etc.) weren't in place by the time the game launched. The crafting system was also half-baked. End result was a lot of people leveled quickly only to find they had nothing to do once they got to the end game.
To make matters worse, these promised features kept being announced as being available very soon, then got pushed back repeatedly. I know the PvP system was delayed so often month after month that it became an almost Duke Nukem Forever sort of joke.
Age of Conan with another year of polish before launch would have been an awesome game.
agreed - the game as it is now, is beautifull, and pretty good actually, but, seldom are MMO's given a second chance, although a LOT of work has gone into it recently with its new project director.
Anyways,for those interested, there's a nice writeup about the events leading to the opening of the forum, and the hints dropped about the game to be found here: http://www.darkdemonscrygaia.com/showthread.php?t=342
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I've been very excited about this game. But requires Facebook to register for a shot at the beta? Screw that.
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No theres 2 links. I will never use Facebook and miss a lot of stuff I suppose. But I used the other link.
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Been looking at this for a while. Took the test, came out Templar. If I do indeed get this, Templar it is! Don't expect to participate in the whole puzzle angle though. All a bit too complicated for me...
Facebook is for the "full experience," not full access. I think it probably just means that they'll incorporate some Facebook extras like maybe some games or puzzles.
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Well i just got my beta invite...Im in Trouble is im in the beta for Diablo 3 plus i just started the Star Wars TOR early access and Im in another beta i can't say anything about lolz. what a month.
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