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Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Nov 7 2008, 10:43 PM
Let's hope so. There is a new MMORPG that was officially announced a few weeks back called Star Wars: The Old Republic. Hopefully it will turn out better than Galaxies. Although it won't be out for atleast a couple of more years I am anxious to see the outcome. If you all are still frequenting the boards in that time I am really hoping we might be able to reunite in game and start up again.
It will be a different type of game sure. But as much as we socialize an MMO seems to be what we are geared for. A star wars one no less can only ensure it!!! So here's hoping to a game to finally push us all out of the shadows and back into the club again! 
http://www.swtor.com/
Posted by: Ruggiero Nov 9 2008, 10:03 AM
Looks sort of promising.... but you know my question.... will it be available for me?
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Nov 9 2008, 01:15 PM
Not a lot has been said. Bioware is doing it though. They made the Knights of the Old Republic games which won game of the year, as well as Mass Effect which also one several awards. Both great RPG's so I have no doubt this one will be excellent. I'll be keeping a close look on the game while it is being produced so I will let you know if I here anything.
Posted by: JayBaen Nov 14 2008, 08:56 AM
<-- signed up and waiting ...
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Mar 31 2011, 01:18 PM
They have added the ability to create guilds before the game launches. I created one for me and a friend to get started with at launch, I picked sith empire since I want to try out the bounty hunter class first. Setup was easy if anyone planning on getting the game wants to create an RJ guild ahead of time. I'm guessing we'll pick the republic?? Here's the link to mine, no members but me so far. 
http://www.swtor.com/guilds/59512/topgun
Posted by: InfiniteWarrior Mar 31 2011, 09:21 PM
From the SWTOR Q&A: What is Star Wars™: The Old Republic™?
Oh, for strike out tags! Replace () with [].
Posted by: JayBaen Apr 3 2011, 07:12 AM
And:
http://www.swtor.com/guilds/62325/rjclan
We're at least setup and ready. If we need to massage the environment, etc. to be more attractive, I'm open to options.
JB
Posted by: InfiniteWarrior Apr 4 2011, 08:14 PM
Awwww. No comments on "what if Bioware and LucasArts (and Star Trek) had an over-arching, narrative baby?"
Sorry. But -- for some reason -- I'm reminded of Adult Swim's http://video.adultswim.com/robot-chicken/the-emperors-phone-call.html. 
Good thing the "over-arching" storyline is just a backdrop....
Posted by: JayBaen Apr 4 2011, 08:52 PM
Believe me, I was tempted - just not quick (or original) enough ...
JB
Posted by: JayBaen Apr 5 2011, 08:48 AM
testing
BTW: Infi - strikethrough is buit-in with the:
tags used manually.
JB
Posted by: Ruggiero Apr 8 2011, 08:17 AM
when is this all happening?!
Posted by: JayBaen Apr 8 2011, 08:24 AM
Really - I wish there was something official. Everything so far has been pre-game beta testing/building, and now Guild formation.
No definite time frames that I've seen.
JB
Posted by: InfiniteWarrior Apr 8 2011, 09:21 PM
Hmm. Same here. Must be why Seth Green and crew make the big bucks.
Thanks for the tip on the tags. They'll come in handy if I'm ever in a strikeout mood in future. 'Course, I could've looked up the BB code now that you mention it. :/
Bioware and LucasArts must be working on http://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Valve_Time.
Posted by: JayBaen Jul 21 2011, 12:48 PM
FYI - I have http://www.swtor.com/preorder/?sourceid=eag3012 of SWTOR. HAVE YOU?!?!
JB
Posted by: InfiniteWarrior Jul 21 2011, 06:34 PM
Think I'll wait for the reviews. Got burned on Force Unleashed. http://kotaku.com/5719661/robot-chicken-makes-the-force-unleashed-ii-seem-playable says Robot Chicken's commercial makes TFU seem almost playable. I beg to differ.
May be different with Bioware aboard. One never knows....
Posted by: JayBaen Jul 21 2011, 06:45 PM
I ended up enjoying FU once I got far enough into it ... And ignored all the pre-fab saber tricks. FU2 was definitely better. The one I didn't like AT ALL was Galaxies. Holy boring, Batman.
I think Hammy is still in board to give it a go. The pre-registered folks are supposed to get in prior to the public release. Hopefully, we'll know enough by then to give somewhat of a report that's halfway indicative of anything useful.
JB
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Aug 13 2011, 06:49 PM
Yeah I pre-ordered the collectors edition. Unfortunately I didn't get the code until about two or three weeks later. So I doubt I'll get much if any early playing time in. I'll keep you guys (and gal) posted if I do get my hands on it early.
I think it will be released sometime at the end of November. Nothing official but I'm pretty sure they haven't set an official date and probably won't until a month or so before release. Reason being that MMO's such as WoW tend to release patches with new content when new MMOs launch to keep their players from straying away.
Posted by: Deacon Aug 14 2011, 09:32 PM
JB
#$*()@#* I switch to a MAC and now I can't play.
Posted by: DarcWolf Aug 18 2011, 05:48 AM
I think it will be released sometime at the end of November. Nothing official but I'm pretty sure they haven't set an official date and probably won't until a month or so before release. Reason being that MMO's such as WoW tend to release patches with new content when new MMOs launch to keep their players from straying away.
So, do you play WoW? I have been for about 6 months, I think. lol Damn bnet got me hooked by giving me a free copy of the basic WoW with a 30 day pass as a ty for being a supporter for last summers release of Starcraft 2.
Anyways, as far as RO expanding into SWTOR, I'm not sure if we will or not. I don't think the majority of our members will want to pay multiple subscriptions as they're either playing WoW or have Xbox subscriptions. I know it would be a stretch for me to afford more than one right now, but that's subject to change. lol
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Aug 18 2011, 03:32 PM
I've played WoW off and on for about 5 years. I always end up hitting the level cap then getting left in the dust by guilds raiding and I can't get into any of the end game content. It was fun, but I imagine I'll go into this game full force and play pretty often. I need something to keep me saving money at home while I chip away at the final core courses of my degree.
Plus I hear the game has more of a solo feel with the in depth story and there will be plenty of other things to do than just raid when I get to the level cap.
Posted by: DarcWolf Aug 18 2011, 10:59 PM
Well, when/if you decide to start playing again, let me know and if you're not in a guild with your character, you can have it moved to the realm I'm in and I'll send you a guild invite. BTW, I'm playing with an alliance character.
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Aug 19 2011, 02:24 AM
The guild I created is with the sith so I can make an alt and join you on your server Just keep me updated when you find out what server your on.
Posted by: DarcWolf Aug 19 2011, 03:00 AM
Just keep me updated when you find out what server your on.There's no sith in WoW
lol Anyways, when you decide to play it again, I'm in Borean Tundra
Posted by: InfiniteWarrior Aug 19 2011, 06:47 AM
BTB: http://www.bioware.com/careers/austin.
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Aug 19 2011, 11:59 AM
Whoops, for some reason I associated alliance with the rebel alliance and thought you were talking about your future TOR guild =P. I probably won't get back into WoW with this around the corner. I still have all my characters though so if I ever do for any reason I'll hit ya up!
Posted by: DarcWolf Aug 19 2011, 02:47 PM
I kind of figured that's what happened. I do stuff like that myself sometimes, I think it's a part of us getting old or something. lol After all, some might say I'm ancient this weekend turning 43.
Posted by: Ruggiero Aug 22 2011, 10:50 AM
#$*()@#* I switch to a MAC and now I can't play.
1 WORD:
Parallels
or 2 WORDS:
BOOT CAMP
I admire the mac switch, as I have advocated for years... but I mean, a jedi has to have priorities.... Even I caved in order to design our maps in a virtual machine...
Rugg
Posted by: JayBaen Sep 26 2011, 06:18 PM
Just confirmation that I'm in on (more of) the BETA testing! WhooHoo!
Downloading game now.
JB
Posted by: Ruggiero Oct 14 2011, 10:55 PM
Oh.......
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Oct 21 2011, 12:47 PM
I'm in on Beta as well, what characters have you made?? I haven't really had enough time to sit down and play for the past couple of weeks. I think I'm on the revan server, got a republic guy sitting around level 20
Posted by: Ruggiero Nov 1 2011, 10:57 PM
so...? What's the report?
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Nov 8 2011, 08:15 PM
So far I find it enjoyable. It really doesn't separate it self from other MMORPG's I've played. But I really didn't expect it to. It's definitely fun, and nice to be in the Star Wars universe again. They came out with a new build for the beta so my characters were wiped. I've started another.
My main complaint is so far most of the worlds you visit are very linear. I might not have gotten far enough in the game to reach a more open area. I think you get your first speeder mount around level 22 which I haven't reached so hopefully when I get that the higher level areas will have bigger areas to explore.
They did add a nice feature for those who prefer to explore rather than pvp, quest, or run dungeons all the time. In very hard to reach areas in the game there are holocrons hidden. I've managed to find a handful while I quest. Some are in plain sight but usually it takes a little more thinking to figure out how to reach them. They give you a permanent slight boost to a specific stat (strength, health, etc.) depending on the holocron you find, but not a ridiculous amount that would make you overpowered compared to other players.
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Dec 20 2011, 03:07 PM
The game is out!!!
I messed my pre-order up so I'll probably pick it up after the holidays. The new year looks to be a busy one for me so no telling how much time I'll actually be able to dedicate to the game. Anyone else picking it up??
Posted by: JayBaen Dec 20 2011, 05:47 PM
Hammy - I have the game. It just arrived in "hard copy" at my door this week. I played a few hours here and there of the beta (downloaded), but haven't yet jumped in fresh with the retail copy.
I am excited too, though. I have a feeling it will call to me - regularly. So I'm careful on timing.
Anyone else interested in once again taking the Jedi plunge?
JB
Posted by: JayBaen Dec 23 2011, 04:02 PM
Aaaaand - if anyone gets the bug: I'm playing on Hanhaar server (or some similar spelling) on the Jedi Consular path.
So far - more fun than I was expecting (albeit - nothing like JO/JA). Lots of story to uncover.
JB
Posted by: JayBaen Dec 23 2011, 10:10 PM
So far - Level 9 Consular. Just got my LIGHTSABER and JEDI status. (fyi - this would be more fun in a group, but plays well solo).
JB
Posted by: *HAMSTAR* Jan 6 2012, 03:46 PM
I've got a couple of guys started up on sith. I'll find time to hop into your server, thinking about making a trooper. I'll let you know as I get the ball rolling. Fun game!
Posted by: DarcWolf Jan 7 2012, 06:25 AM
I'm having trouble picturing a hamster as a sith. Hamsters are usually adorable little furballs. 
Posted by: Ruggiero Jan 12 2012, 07:14 PM
this is a reason to get boot camp in itself... hmm........
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