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VU 12.8 Preview

Discussion in 'Entropia Universe' started by Neil, Oct 4, 2012.

  1. Neil

    Neil Adviser Pro Users Arkadia Adviser

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    Here's a preview of the next update (I'm guessing next tuesday). Nice crafting changes... and what will the mysterious "loot" changes be?

    http://www.entropiauniverse.com/bulletin/buzz/2012/10/3/Version-Update-12.8-Preview.xml


    Text of article:

    The following is a quick overview of the changes that are planned to be implemented in Version Update 12.8, scheduled for Tuesday, October 9th. MindArk and the Planet Partners are very excited about this release, which brings many long-awaited features and improvements, as well as a boatload of new content to devour!

    Avatar System Upgrade Preparation
    As part of the preparation for the upgrade to the avatar system scheduled for November, the make-up mask system will be disabled in Version Update 12.8.

    Loot System Improvements
    The first phase of a comprehensive overhaul of the loots for all shared platform and Calypso creatures will be implemented. This overhaul will result in much more interesting and balanced loots for creatures of every level. Many newly designed items are included in this Version Update, waiting to be discovered. The loot system improvement project will continue during the next several releases, and has been designed to greatly improve the overall hunting experience for participants of all levels.

    Crafting System Improvements
    A completely new and improved user interface for crafting will be implemented in Version Update 12.8, which will dramatically streamline the process of constructing items. The new interface automatically scans the avatar inventory and storage for blueprints, resources and materials, allowing items to be constructed without the need for dragging input materials into the crafting machine. Other exciting features of this new interface include the ability to sell crafted items directly to the Trade Terminal, setting automated thresholds for the use of residue, along with a detailed log of each crafting run. Handy quick access to auction buy and sell orders are also included, for cases where required input materials are missing.

    Mission Rebalancing
    Rebalanced mission rewards will be implemented across all planets. In addition, a new Attribute Token system gives partners the ability to award fractional attribute rewards for easier missions, and also allows participants to decide when to apply earned attribute rewards to their avatar.

    Planet Partner Content
    Tons of exciting new content from each of Entropia Universe’s Planet Partners is also included in this release. Please refer to each Planet Partner’s official website for sneak peeks and full details in their Planet Partner release notes.


    NOTE: Final testing and integration may result in the Version Update being delayed, or in some or all of the changes detailed in this announcement being modified, or even postponed until a later Version Update. Participants are encouraged to consult the Version Update Release Notes on the day of release for a full detailed listing of changes that have been implemented.
     
  2. Snape

    Snape Master of the BanHammer Staff Member PAF Administrator

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    Tim and I will be very interested to see the "improvements" to the crafting system, especially the detailed logs it provides.
     
  3. Svarog

    Svarog Member

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    I take it as the arkadian missions rewards are going to change too with this VU, but was there an announcement?
     
  4. zume

    zume Active Member Pro Users

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    Hmm.. what about the miners?? Mining is still crap after they introduced TH professions over a year ago.. - hitting 1½ years soon..
     
  5. Danton

    Danton Active Member Pro Users

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    Guessing: changes in crafting system are first step to bring it on Tablets and Smartphones like announced earlier.
     
  6. Neil

    Neil Adviser Pro Users Arkadia Adviser

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    I'm hoping this means fewer stacks per mob, no ammo, and less of the junk components and extractors.

    I think you're right.
     
  7. Ridan

    Ridan Active Member

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    Crafting sounds fixed for Iphones etc.
    Abit worried bout beuty. New taming anyone?
    Loot changes might finaly be what we need robot loot instance etc. However always worries me when reading loot changes :)
     
  8. T79x

    T79x Adviser Arkadia Adviser

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    First phase ... SHARED ... Calypso

    seem rest of planets will must wait for next phase
     
  9. RexDameon

    RexDameon Active Member Pro Users

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    ahh so loot on calypso "may" be better. Also it looks like we are NOT getting the new avatar system. Looks like only a new crafting system.
     
  10. rick_janson

    rick_janson Well-Known Member Pro Users

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    It did say "November" didn't it?