<
>

Hype-level

8.38

8.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.377025446678.37702544667

Earthrise

Show Game Details

Earthrise - Internal FAQ and Some Features

Yesterday, we listed the upcoming MMORPG from the folks over at Masthead Studios, Earthrise. Today, the company has provided us with an internal FAQ about the game as well as a list of things that players will find in the game.

Question:

Will characters be wearing customizable armor?

Answer:

Armor will have multiple size classes and allow for creative combinations to suit almost any type of personal style or objective.

 advertisement 

Question:

Will crafting be a simple "click and create" or will there be player skill associated with creation?

Answer:

Crafting is divided in two separate processes. The first process, Design, allows players to create special product enhancements to include in their recipes, which are then implemented into the final crafted item. Creating a new design requires player skill and patience. The second process, Manufacturing, is the process of using a recipe with the proper factory conditions to produce a final item from raw or processed components, and will be straightforward enough to allow for mass production

Question:

Is Earthrise solo-friendly or does it force grouping?

Answer:

The main storyline and all associated quests will be completely solo-friendly and allow each player to explore the island of Enterra at their leisure without requiring additional help – but there will be additional challenges where a player may need friendly support. Also, many of the player-versus-player (PvP) mechanics will be party and guild oriented for those who seek to become involved in the grand struggle for domination over controllable zones and their resources.

Question:

Is this MMO for the casual gamer or for the hardcore?

Answer:

The game has been designed for both types of players meeting in the world of Enterra. Casual players will enjoy constant adventure not normally found in MMOs, while hardcore players will be given the opportunity to immerse themselves in merciless PvP and PvE action, economics that truly allow the unscrupulous trader or devoted crafter to gain influence and power over the market, and the ability to control the future of Earthrise with either money or force.

Question:

I’ve never heard of Masthead Studios before – Who are you?

Answer:

Masthead Studios is Bulgaria’s largest game development company, with a team consisting of young and enthusiastic artists, programmers and game designers with experience from numerous gaming projects. Earthrise is Masthead’s first project, and is likely Eastern Europe’s most ambitious so far.

 

What players can expect to find in Earthrise:

 

  • A unique post-apocalyptic setting where the cloned remnants of mankind battle to survive and rebuild. Yet while humanity may have evolved, human nature remains as treacherous as ever…
  • Highly customizable characters with over 100 different skills, abilities, and tactics. No artificial "class" restrictions get in the way of making the character you want.
  • Fast-paced action combat featuring dynamic targeting, customizable power armor, huge mechanized exoskeletons, and hundreds of high-tech weapons.
  • Sophisticated Player versus Player (PvP) mechanics that let you fight for the established order, join the revolutionary underground, or carve your own bloody path as an independent criminal.
  • Territorial conquest and defense that matters. In your domain, you create your own rules – or let anarchy reign.
  • Character progression that keeps you advancing in your career even when you’re not logged in.
  • An advanced market-based economy with in-game supply and demand based on player activities.
  • Deep crafting mechanics that let you design and manufacture unique items from customizable blueprints and raw resources.

More Earthrise Features:

Earthrise - Exclusive Music and Concept Art Media added on Tuesday November 04
Earthrise - Exclusive Q&A Interview added on Thursday October 02
Earthrise - Music Tracks Part Two Media added on Tuesday May 13
Earthrise - Music Tracks Media added on Thursday May 08
Earthrise - Exclusive Screenshots, Week Four Media added on Friday March 28

More General Articles:

Lord of the Rings Online - First Impressions of Mines of Moria General Article added on Thursday November 20
EverQuest II - A Look at The Shadow Odyssey General Article added on Wednesday November 19
World of Warcraft - Beachhead Zone Overview General Article added on Wednesday November 19
Star Wars Galaxies - Tips for Returning Players General Article added on Monday November 17
Lord of the Rings Online - Is There A Casual Endgame General Article added on Friday November 14

More Features:

2008 Reader's Choice Awards - Best Expansion in 2008 Award added on Wednesday December 03
EverQuest II - Races of EQII: The Neutal Guide added on Wednesday December 03
EVE Online - Making a Successful Corporation, Part 3 Guide added on Wednesday December 03
2008 Reader's Choice Awards - Favorite MMO Studio Award added on Tuesday December 02
City of Heroes - Getting Your Cape Guide added on Tuesday December 02

Special Offers

Advertisement