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Games => Video Games => Topic started by: Spriggan on May 17, 2003, 01:34:50 PM

Title: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Spriggan on May 17, 2003, 01:34:50 PM

Well there's a D&D  MMORPG in development

http://www.gamespot.com/pc/rpg/ddonline/news_6028104.html

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Mr_Pleasington on May 17, 2003, 01:38:17 PM

Huh.  If it is based on Basic or 1st edition rules you can sign me up right now!

Otherwise, I'll pass.

;D

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Spriggan on May 17, 2003, 01:47:57 PM

Well it's slated for a 2005 release so by that time it will be D&D 3.7 edition

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Entsuropi on May 17, 2003, 01:50:11 PM

Now you can powergame to your hearts extent online!

;D

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Mr_Pleasington on May 17, 2003, 02:02:09 PM

And the DM is actually a computer program.  

How completely appropriate.

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: The Holy Saint, Grand High Poobah, Master of Monkeys, Ehlers on May 17, 2003, 11:39:28 PM

Oh please, the whole idea makes me ill of an MMOG. Actually, most of the existing ones do. We all know that this computer won't be truly replacing the same experience of playing D&D face to face with your friends.

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Tage on May 19, 2003, 01:19:29 PM

I'm currently playing Dark Age of Camelot (for the 3rd time--I take large breaks in between being addicted). What I like about that MMORPG is the social aspect. It's not *as* fun as playing PnP with your friends can be, but it's available anytime, and you get to meet a lot more people.

As far as having a DM, MMORPGs shouldn't even try. That's not how they work, and any that tries will probably fail miserably.

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Brian on May 23, 2003, 11:19:40 AM

It's kind of funny, I actually have been considering applying for a content designer position at Turbine Entertainment. If I did apply, actually got the job, and were still around in 2005, I'd have an opportunity to help make this MMORPG as open-ended as possible.

I've got my cover letter/resume written up and everything. Only problem is, I really don't like the idea of moving to Boston.. :(

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: The Holy Saint, Grand High Poobah, Master of Monkeys, Ehlers on May 23, 2003, 11:51:20 PM

Dude, Boston is a *cool* town. And I'm a Southern boy talkin' bout a Yankee town.

Plus, you'd be a few hours drive from the DC area and could game with us on road trips.

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Brian on May 24, 2003, 12:22:19 AM

Yeah I'm sure it'd be cool, it just doesn't fit too well with my Plan. (Note: That was my Plan, not my Evil Master Plan. That comes later.)

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: EUOL on May 24, 2003, 12:27:12 AM

Ooo.  Evil Master Plan?  Does it, like mine, involve chickens?  Undead Chickens of Doom!

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: The Holy Saint, Grand High Poobah, Master of Monkeys, Ehlers on May 24, 2003, 12:30:23 AM

No, he's moving to Boston. So it must involve clam chowder. Possibly undead clam chowder

... i wonder if that tastes better than non-undead clam chowder

Title: Re: It was only a matter of time
Post by: Fellfrosch on May 26, 2003, 05:07:45 PM

Undead clam chowder wiggles a lot more on the way down.