Rygar 8 Bit
Jaguar 64-bit
that would be a pretty rad
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Crytek/ex-Vigil show HUNT: Horrors of the Gilded Age (F2P, TPS, console/PC, 4 co-op)
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that would be a pretty rad
tragic
Developer
In this preview, David mentions our view on Free to Play.
IGN Live: E3
IGN: Why the choice to go F2P?
David: Really, for us, it was a matter of the business model. It's something Crytek wanted to pursue. For us it's an interesting idea because we're just making a game that's what we would have made as a normal retail game. Our goal, if you look at the game, you go "yeah, I'd pay 60 bucks for that", but our plan is you get that for free. That whole experience you would have paid 60 dollars for is absolutely free. There's no, artificial gates, there's no artificial time limits, there's no pay to win - none of that... you do get the game for free. We thought that would be cool and interesting. It's like, no one has really done that before.
... and you know, there's cosmetic items and other random stuff that eventually you can buy that we hope will pay for the game, but, you know, we really do plan to give that core game away for free and see how people respond.
In our head it's like "AAA F2P game, how's that gonna work?" so we'll see how it works out.
IGN Live: E3
IGN: Why the choice to go F2P?
David: Really, for us, it was a matter of the business model. It's something Crytek wanted to pursue. For us it's an interesting idea because we're just making a game that's what we would have made as a normal retail game. Our goal, if you look at the game, you go "yeah, I'd pay 60 bucks for that", but our plan is you get that for free. That whole experience you would have paid 60 dollars for is absolutely free. There's no, artificial gates, there's no artificial time limits, there's no pay to win - none of that... you do get the game for free. We thought that would be cool and interesting. It's like, no one has really done that before.
... and you know, there's cosmetic items and other random stuff that eventually you can buy that we hope will pay for the game, but, you know, we really do plan to give that core game away for free and see how people respond.
In our head it's like "AAA F2P game, how's that gonna work?" so we'll see how it works out.
For me, AAA needs to deliver high quality singleplayer/coop experience, something that will tell great story and showcase great characters that will have meaningful char progression.
But that's just me.
Looks fun. Crytek buying Vigil was a really good deal on both ends. I mean not only is Vigil now not defunct, but now they get a really high end game engine to use for their fairly good gameplay design. Crytek should get some good sales and new franchises.
Pegosaurus
Banned
so it's basically killing floor or left 4 dead
im interested
tragic
Developer
For me, AAA needs to deliver high quality singleplayer/coop experience, something that will tell great story and showcase great characters that will have meaningful char progression.
But that's just me.
Well, you'll be able to play our game with 1p, 2p, 3p, or 4p. The game is definitely tuned as a coop experience and there may actually be some bosses that are nigh impossible to do 1p (most-likely the biggest most complex ones). Of course, we also understand the draw of people wanting to solo them, no matter how hard they are. Our progression system is definitely going to help you out with that. I can absolutely see people wanting to try 1p or 2p runs. Bragging rights!
Besides being able to work with many of the same people from Vigil, one of the major benefits of becoming part of Crytek was being able to use CryEngine and have direct access (and even influence on) the people that created it. There was a learning curve, but the benefits are quite awesome.
The 4-player of L4D, the boss fights of Monster Hunter, the challenge of Dark Souls, and a similar pace to RE4. Plenty of other influences, but those are the major inspirations. Of course, our goal is to be our own thing, but that's one easy way to get the idea across.
Also can't forget the progression and loadouts. You get to make any character type you want, such as; Gunslinger, Rifleman, Support, etc... and you can completely customize how they look. We really want you to be able to create a character with a playstyle that you enjoy and a look that you identify with (or just think looks badass)!
EDIT: Any chance you can throw your axe and then have to recover it from the enemy?
EDIT2: The boss fight was pretty cool, can't wait to see the variety! whens beta
tragic
Developer
Beta is sometime in the fall. Not sure of exact dates.
As for our boss fights, we really want to get that Monster Hunter feel down where, even though you fight the same boss multiple times, it still feels fun and exciting each time. Of course, we also want lots of unique bosses!
tragic
Developer
I'm confident we can turn a few heads and give you all something you didn't quite expect!
When you say console, do you mean PS4 this year?
tragic
Developer
We are super aware of the stigma that comes with F2P and we are actively trying to combat it. Of course the goal is to sustain the cost of the game and the development team... even make some money (no kidding?!) but we also don't want to punish players for giving our game a chance.
Keeping those things in mind is a big motivator as we add elements. The beta will be a great opportunity to see how the public reacts to what we've done (both in gameplay and the "F2P" space).
tragic
Developer
I honestly was not expecting much to come from this free to play game. HOWEVER, after seeing the gameplay I am very excited for this game. Looks like a ton of fun and I am very glad a developer is actually really trying to get rid of the stigma F2P games usually get. You have done that for me at least. Can't wait to see more!
Rygar 8 Bit
Jaguar 64-bit
hey hey hey hey we dont beta beg around here....unless im getting in then ok
Robert J. Sullivan
Member
This seems very nice, hoping for some gameplay soon.
Best thing that might happen is a f2p model ala DOTA 2 honestly (or TF2 or Loadout more recently), everything that has an impact on gameplay is free/can be purchased with free currency with no grind and paid stuff is purely cosmetic.
When your game is great your dedicated players are almost surely gonna end up spending money on the game, I've rarely seen a person that has played CS:GO/DOTA2 for more than 100hrs without a paid skin in his/her posession.
Crates have something to play there too I think, people drop free low tier skins and end up trading/selling them, get a key and open their crates and get a good skin so they think "cool, maybe I'll put 10 bucks in my account and buy some keys".
What I'm trying to say is that when your model is fair and seems fair people are more inclined to reward you for that by actually paying. Please no model like Warface with weapons that need repairs and that you don't own, this is really, really, really obsolete.
EDIT : By the way (I don't know if you're allowed to talk about that yet so if that's the case I understand), is the game only going to be released on GFACE or is it also getting a release elsewhere ? (PC).
Thanks.
Best thing that might happen is a f2p model ala DOTA 2 honestly (or TF2 or Loadout more recently), everything that has an impact on gameplay is free/can be purchased with free currency with no grind and paid stuff is purely cosmetic.
When your game is great your dedicated players are almost surely gonna end up spending money on the game, I've rarely seen a person that has played CS:GO/DOTA2 for more than 100hrs without a paid skin in his/her posession.
Crates have something to play there too I think, people drop free low tier skins and end up trading/selling them, get a key and open their crates and get a good skin so they think "cool, maybe I'll put 10 bucks in my account and buy some keys".
What I'm trying to say is that when your model is fair and seems fair people are more inclined to reward you for that by actually paying. Please no model like Warface with weapons that need repairs and that you don't own, this is really, really, really obsolete.
EDIT : By the way (I don't know if you're allowed to talk about that yet so if that's the case I understand), is the game only going to be released on GFACE or is it also getting a release elsewhere ? (PC).
Thanks.
tragic
Developer
I'm not sure if there will be an open beta, but there will definitely be a beta in some form. You can sign up now at www.huntthegame.com (hope that's ok to link).
Getting past the standard F2P stigma is an uphill battle, but it's one we are totally willing to tackle. Super glad you are excited!
This is absolutely the goal. We don't want anything that affects gameplay to be locked behind a pay wall. David (our CEO) mentioned that in one of the interviews. We will do our best! =)
Definitely! That's certainly how I feel when I play F2P games!
We have a lot of diehard game players (both buy-to-play and f2p) at the office. We know what we like and we know what annoys us too... and we are pretty certain that's how many other people feel. As I've mentioned before (as has David), we really do want to make a triple-A game and give it away for free. Hopefully the players respond and we can make a couple of dollars and keep working to make the game even better.
Like you said, when your game is great, people will spend money. Our focus is to make it great!!!
=D
tragic
Developer
tragic
Developer
No problem! I can't talk about stuff that hasn't been mentioned... so any time I come across a new official video or interview that sheds more light on the game, I bring it up!
Hope it helps! =)
Rygar 8 Bit
Jaguar 64-bit
tragic you guys doing ok with all this crytek tom foolery going on?
JayKay1337
Banned
I was so hyped for this game , so disappointing to see that game moving from Austin to Frankfurt
What does the move from Austin to Frankfurt mean for the game? Is Vigil done for? please say no !
context http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/30/crytek-co-op-monster-blasting-game-hunt-switches-studios/
context http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/30/crytek-co-op-monster-blasting-game-hunt-switches-studios/
BibiMaghoo
Member
I was so hyped for this game , so disappointing to see that game moving from Austin to Frankfurt
I am disappointed about a three month bump just to read someone is disappointed about a game that is still going to be released and finished...
I'm not really lol, but that was a bad bump
JayKay1337
Banned
The people will probably lose their jobs...
And switching studios is never good for a game
BibiMaghoo
Member
I don't know enough about their internal structure to know how much of a difference it will make. Yes, people have been made redundant and having been there myself, I can tell you it is the worst thing in the world. But concern for the game is too early. It is still Crytek, it is still being developed and finished. There is no need to be disappointed over nothing that effects you at this time. Let's see how it plays out for the game first.
IbizaPocholo
NeoGAFs Kent Brockman
Sorry for the bump but i have a question:
Is coming to the e3?
Is coming to the e3?
Ninja Scooter
Member
wasn't this cancelled?
Samir Sedlar
Member
Yes, I recall reading that somewhere.
Comfort Jones
Banned
" There's no, artificial gates, there's no artificial time limits, there's no pay to win - none of that... you do get the game for free. "
Well you definitely convinced me to at least give it a try.
Been wanting to see a L4D-esque game with some changes to the mechanics so I'm definitely interested.
Well you definitely convinced me to at least give it a try.
Been wanting to see a L4D-esque game with some changes to the mechanics so I'm definitely interested.
IbizaPocholo
NeoGAFs Kent Brockman
The game don't went to the e3,so maybe gamescom?
I want to see a gameplay how it looks now.
I want to see a gameplay how it looks now.
IbizaPocholo
NeoGAFs Kent Brockman
Seems like this game is now a first person shooter.
Reckless Onion
Member
How is this connected to hunt?
Crytek Frankfurt are still hiring for HUNT. When it resurfaces, it'll be interesting to see if it will share anything from the Crytek Austin days.
http://www.crytek.com/career/offers/overview/frankfurt/art-animation/3d-artist-hunt
http://www.crytek.com/career/offers/overview/frankfurt/art-animation/senior-animator-hunt
http://www.crytek.com/career/offers/overview/frankfurt/art-animation/3d-artist-hunt
http://www.crytek.com/career/offers/overview/frankfurt/art-animation/senior-animator-hunt
Triggerhappytel
Member
I wonder if this will now be Buy To Play (assuming they can get a publisher and it probably needs a name change), seeing as F2P really hasn't worked out for Crytek so far.
