Jumpgate Evolution
Posted: 30 Jun 2007, 01:28
Beta signup at http://www.jumpgate-evolution.com/
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NETDEVIL ADDS NEXT CHAPTER TO ORIGINAL IP WITH JUMPGATE EVOLUTION
Leading MMO developer revitalizes franchise with exciting new game play, advanced AI engine, and complete graphics overhaul
LOUISVILLE, CO - June 25, 2007 - NetDevil, an independent game company and leading developer of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), today announced Jumpgate Evolution as the latest iteration of the company's original IP. Jumpgate Evolution is a substantial update to the previous Jumpgate(TM) MMO released in 2001, which was the world's first massively multiplayer space combat game. Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations. The enhanced game play makes the game accessible to the widest possible range of users, while catering to the games' existing and loyal fan base.
"Jumpgate Evolution offers fun, intuitive game play that is thoroughly engrossing, while the new AI encourages players to immerse themselves in various roles available in the universe," said Scott Brown, President of NetDevil. "The game has undergone a complete graphics overhaul and has been vastly expanded to offer more weapons, and greater focus on PvE targets, making roles more refined in the process. Advanced social aspects of the MMO are available as well, including player-owned stations, complete with controllable economy, updated player statistics and rankings, and the ability for players to create squads with customizable web pages for each. The overall experience is a vital improvement in terms of playability, accessibility, as well as the overall look and feel. We think it's a great example of just how far you can transform an existing IP."
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Anyway, I remember playing original Jumpgate - the thing was a bit too simple to really sustain play at the time (in 2001). However, I've been yearning for a proper space-setting MMORPG that includes piloting your craft - (unlike EVE Online).
Might as well sign up..
One of the previews at http://www.gamersinfo.net/index.php?art/id:1770
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NETDEVIL ADDS NEXT CHAPTER TO ORIGINAL IP WITH JUMPGATE EVOLUTION
Leading MMO developer revitalizes franchise with exciting new game play, advanced AI engine, and complete graphics overhaul
LOUISVILLE, CO - June 25, 2007 - NetDevil, an independent game company and leading developer of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), today announced Jumpgate Evolution as the latest iteration of the company's original IP. Jumpgate Evolution is a substantial update to the previous Jumpgate(TM) MMO released in 2001, which was the world's first massively multiplayer space combat game. Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations. The enhanced game play makes the game accessible to the widest possible range of users, while catering to the games' existing and loyal fan base.
"Jumpgate Evolution offers fun, intuitive game play that is thoroughly engrossing, while the new AI encourages players to immerse themselves in various roles available in the universe," said Scott Brown, President of NetDevil. "The game has undergone a complete graphics overhaul and has been vastly expanded to offer more weapons, and greater focus on PvE targets, making roles more refined in the process. Advanced social aspects of the MMO are available as well, including player-owned stations, complete with controllable economy, updated player statistics and rankings, and the ability for players to create squads with customizable web pages for each. The overall experience is a vital improvement in terms of playability, accessibility, as well as the overall look and feel. We think it's a great example of just how far you can transform an existing IP."
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Anyway, I remember playing original Jumpgate - the thing was a bit too simple to really sustain play at the time (in 2001). However, I've been yearning for a proper space-setting MMORPG that includes piloting your craft - (unlike EVE Online).
Might as well sign up..
One of the previews at http://www.gamersinfo.net/index.php?art/id:1770