Yes, I said it. The evil words that should never, ever be spoken by a World of Warcraft fan. But I tell it like it is.
Sure, any MMO will have the fight of it's life to unseat a phenomenon that is the World of Warcraft from it's perch high in the lofts of MMO history.
But to this end, I give you - Star Wars: The Old Republic.
I've been keeping a close eye on this title ever since I first heard of it. Its had an uphill battle since its inception due to the horrendous deeds done to SWG at the hands of LucasArts and Sony. But what is done is done. Many a Star Wars fan are watching this title with caution. As am I.
But just this past week, a series of online video Developer Walkthroughs were posted on their site. It basically gives you an idea of the game mechanics to come. I gotta tell you, what I saw left me salivating for some hardcore Star Wars goodness!
It starts out with the Bounty Hunter class and its mechanics. Gameplay looked extremely smooth and the battles looked well thought out. Next came the Smuggler class. All I have to say about that is - WHOA! During this segment, the developers details a really cool mechanic called the 'cover mechanic'. Your toon can actually take cover behind trees, rocks etc, reaching around to fire off blaster rounds. I am so loving this game right now!
Part of my love affair with SWTOR is not only my deep rooted love for the Star Wars Universe but also because well, WoW is starting to really weigh on me. I just don't have the fun that I used to have back in the day. I yearn for change. I'm thinking Star Wars: The Old Republic is just what the doctor ordered!
Oh, did I mention that this title is being developed by none other than Bioware? Yes, the company that brought you titles to the tune of Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale and Neverwinter Nights! Yep, with Bioware involved, only good things can come of this!
Go ahead and check it out! Watch the Developer's Walkthroughs! You won't be disappointed!
- Peace
Yes, please!! Loveth and I are planning to play SWTOR when it comes out, too. I've been following it for 6 months or so. I cannot wait for it to come out! I just wish I felt like it would be sometime in the near future and not like 2 or 3 years from now. Tell those jokers to hurry the hell up!! LOL.
Posted by: Mae | 08/26/2009 at 08:15 AM