So, anyone else get their Beta Invites? I received mine.
The file was something like 1.68 Gigs to download.
I played for about an hour or so.
It's pretty fun, yet kind of simple to play. I like the fact that it feels like a decent production value Single Player arcade game, but with nice asynch'multiplayer bonuses to bring the world alive.
The combat system is very straight forward, but the ability to cast spells at any time (even in mid combo... the character will cast out the spell, while continuing on their fighting duties), and block at any point (even if in mid animation... the block state will proc, even if you're not in the stance) makes it very easy to play with.
This is actually very good, as higher combos lead to more and more souls...
...and you will need to spend souls CONSTANTLY. Items break, items need upgrade, items unlock for purchase at each level, etc, etc. Not to mention the spell trees, and all the perks and unique bonuses you can buy for them.
I have not checked how they monetize buying souls, because I really didn't need to (and I'd rather not try in a beta, anyway).
Heads up too: The achievements are actually earnable. I've already gotten 6 of them (
) So if you're achievement OCD, just know this game locks you in with a 5p cheevo really fast (like right after making your character.)
So far, I really like the fact that this is obviously a Signal studios game... bits of wanton destruction and reactive animation all about, a nice, solid, complex looking world, and a sense of scale that constantly reminds you that bigger powers lie just around the corner.
I'm interested in seeing what others feel about the game!