over 2 years ago - LieutenantToast - Direct link


Glorious Ashes community - it's time for another Dev Discussion! Dev Discussion topics are kind of like a "reverse Q&A" - rather than you asking us questions about Ashes of Creation, we want to ask YOU what your thoughts are.

Our design team has compiled a list of burning questions we'd love to get your feedback on regarding gameplay, your past MMO experiences, and more. Join in on the Dev Discussion and share what makes gaming special to you!


Dev Discussion #33 - New Player Experience
What are some of the key elements you think should be introduced to a new player, and how much “hand-holding” do you generally like to see in a game?

Keep an eye out for our next Dev Discussion topic regarding character creation!

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UPDATE: Greetings friends - thank you all again for taking the time to join in on this discussion! After putting together a recap for our team, check out some of the top notes you shared with us below:

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[*] The top sentiment shared by players was the desire for a key focus on an early introduction to the lore, especially through cinematics and regarding the races (for ease of choice) and worldbuilding the lore of Verra.
[*] Many players want the new player experience and tutorials to be optional or customizable depending on player experience within gaming and the MMORPG genre
[*] Many players expressed the desire for a small amount of hand-holding in which they’re given guidance, but nothing mandatory
[*] While many shared opposing opinions, a majority of players felt that the tutorial and/or new player experience should be done through quests with identity and purpose rather than pop-up tooltips or the UI showing you how things are done
[*] While many players expressed a desire for lore early on which helps them immerse in the story, they also communicated the desire for their character to have humble beginnings. Starting in the world as a “nobody” allowing them to become whoever they want in the world of Verra
[*] Quite a few players want cinematics. Lots and lots of cinematics :)
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While many people shared many wonderful ideas, there was one that stood out in particular:
runestone


Clearly you shoud be met with many fireballs to the face, by a zerg ball of spawn campers ;)
All to the cries of....'infinitus mortem!', screeched with chilling laughter