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Dark Solstice
Valanthe
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I posted this in another forum, but thought I would add it here as well. A new game is coming out called Dark Solstice. The message boards are open and sign up has started for beta. No word on when beta will start, though.
Valanthe
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what does the game look like in action? I have not seen any ss's on site
There are a few forest screen shots in the trailer, but they really haven't posted anything more than that. The boards and website just opened up on Saturday. Most of the info they have given is on the boards and are asking for input from everyone.
Hopefully, they'll have some SS's up soon. I'm anxious to see more myself.
Valanthe
On rare occasions in the land of Teramor, a full eclipse coincides with one of the Solstices. Many strange occurrences happen at this time. The sky, of course, grows dark, animals act strangely, and normal things are no longer normal. It is unwise to remain outside unprotected. It is even more unwise to venture into the areas where the beasts from below are known to congregate.
Registrations are open for the new exciting role playing adventure game, Dark Solstice. Phase 1 testing will be limited to the first 1,000 players to sign up. Testers will be asked to help us iron out the bugs of our new game and make suggestions on things that can be improved or added.
The message boards are now open. I've been told that game pictures should be posted in a few days. Go to http://www.solsticeserver.com and check it out.
DSClarion
It really doesnt look impressive, a couple of the shots in the intro were maps included with 3ds max. The only monster they showed was a still image moving across the screen. I didnt see anything I couldnt make in 5 minutes in visuals from that intro.
I think the graphics used on the trailer were just that, stuff they used for the movie. I just went to the Dark Solstice boards and they are showing some of the art for the game. It looks completely different and quite frankly it is refreshingly different from any I have seen. And actually it looked quite impressive to me since the overall visual impression I see weighs heavily in how I judge a game. I am looking forward to learning more about the game and eager to take part in their beta.
-Arman
http://www.solsticeserver.com/MessageBoards/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=452]http://www.solsticeserver.com/MessageBoards/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=452
And here I thought I'd be the first to post the concept art from Dark Solstice.
I'm still going to post the URL. If once is good, twice must be great.
http://www.solsticeserver.com/MessageBoards/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=452
This looks like a game with potential...
Mayhap something fresh and fun...
"Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys.
Look on them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death!"
- Sun Tzu, the Art of War
There is a screenshot page now up showing several areas in the game.
http://www.solsticeserver.com/screens.htm
I must say that if the rest of their world looks as good as these, it will represent a fresh new approach unlike any game I can think of. Needless to say I like what I see a LOT.
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- Arman
Also a somewhat nice forum to join.
The more that sign up and help out the better it can become.
It is not yet in beta phase but the signup is there.
"Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys.
Look on them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death!"
- Sun Tzu, the Art of War
This game is really starting to sound like one to watch. The more I hear, the more I am wanting to hear and see. If you haven't seen the screenshots yet, they are definitely worth the visit. The only thing missing is that they haven't announced when Beta is starting but they are accepting signups. The message boards tell a lot about what the game is like.
http://www.solsticeserver.com/Screens/Frame2.png
arman
Just wanted to bump this so that everyone gets a chance to look at it. I know these boards move really fast sometimes.
I honestly can't wait for this game to be playable. The artwork made my jaw drop!
Valanthe
There was a post on the boards today that said Q3 or Q4 of this year.
Hope that helps! 
Valanthe
http://www.solsticeserver.com/MessageBoards/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=538
There's the link to the thread on the boards.
Is there PvP & what type?
Yes, there is PVP and it is turn based.
If you want to read the boards, go to http://www.solsticeserver.com/messageboards/ and read all the stuff they are telling usl.
Yeah! Please go read them. There's a lot of useful info on the boards. They are adding things quite often, too. Again, the artwork is just beautiful. It is worth looking at.
Val
Yeah...just wanted to throw in that they've announced the pricing for the game on their boards, too. As Lydia said, it won't cost an arm and a leg. $7.95/month or $80.00/year. No 6 month option posted yet.
Finally a gaming company that is reasonable when it comes to pricing! I can't wait to sign up now!