Old vets coming to Ps2

SavageB · 2011-08-11, 02:26 PM

There will be an abundance of us, think SOE will throw us a merit or some other type of fluff for uniqueness in PS2??

Some additional customization feature for our helmets or armor would be neat.

Tigersmith · 2011-08-11, 02:27 PM

They already stated they will be taking care of all old planetside players in Planetside 2

Q: Several of my friends who played the original extensively are wondering if veteran Planetside players are going to see any benefits carrying over into the sequel. I know they're the first pick for beta, but is there anything else in the works? Other sequels (specifically EQ2 and GW2) have offered veteran players the opportunity to reserve character and guild names in the sequel, as well as other benefits.

Matt: We'll be taking good care of Planetside players who join us in Planetside 2.

SavageB · 2011-08-11, 02:32 PM

Cool Beans!!!! A character handle reservation would be neat, along with extra customization ability, im not talking a whole lot but something.

Atuday · 2011-08-11, 02:47 PM

Old player checking in.

SavageB · 2011-08-11, 02:52 PM

Originally Posted by Atuday

Old player checking in.

Welcome!!

WarChimp130 · 2011-08-11, 05:04 PM

I'd like it if people who have like the 5 year merit or older on their PS2 toon could get a special "Battle Ravaged" armor to show they're grizzled vets who have been around for a bit.

EASyEightyEight · 2011-08-11, 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by WarChimp130

I'd like it if people who have like the 5 year merit or older on their PS2 toon could get a special "Battle Ravaged" armor to show they're grizzled vets who have been around for a bit.

Maybe ye olde reinforced battle armors, only in high def. Though I'd argue against the 5 year merit. 2-3 years is veteran status anymore. Most FPS' are lucky to live that long before their sequel or something better comes along. Planetside is a different beast, but shouldn't be treated any differently.

Though honestly, I think we'll just be getting a unique helmet/hat if anything.

Chaff · 2011-08-11, 06:21 PM

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Primarily, anyone who played PS1 should have 30 to 60 days to reclaim thier original player name(s). I had quite a few I was fond of - I'd like to keep most - if not all.

I wish we could play TWO empires - some of my favorite toon names were in my secondary empire.

....too bad a little BR didn't carry over. PS1 players could start with 20% of their old BR. I'd like that.

As far as customization as recognition - I guess. Ideally it'd have some DEPTH to it. For example, if you (a PS1 vet) got deep into the Tank driver tree - you had more color, graphics, cammo customization options.

Zulthus · 2011-08-11, 09:45 PM

Originally Posted by Chaff

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Primarily, anyone who played PS1 should have 30 to 60 days to reclaim thier original player name(s). I had quite a few I was fond of - I'd like to keep most - if not all.

I wish we could play TWO empires - some of my favorite toon names were in my secondary empire.

....too bad a little BR didn't carry over. PS1 players could start with 20% of their old BR. I'd like that.

As far as customization as recognition - I guess. Ideally it'd have some DEPTH to it. For example, if you (a PS1 vet) got deep into the Tank driver tree - you had more color, graphics, cammo customization options.

I agree, names should only be reserved for the first few months. If no one reclaims them by that time, they're FFA.

I disagree on playing two empires though. It will make you think about what empire you want to play and will make you loyal to the empire you choose. You can just switch servers, however.

Really bad idea on the BR carryover. This is a new game, and everyone needs to start out at level 1. I wouldn't disagree with cosmetic stuff though.

exLupo · 2011-08-12, 12:49 AM

They'll let each of us pick one empire and then force us to use the original model for our characters.

Grats!

Chaff · 2011-08-12, 03:34 PM

Originally Posted by Zulthus

I agree, names should only be reserved for the first few months. If no one reclaims them by that time, they're FFA.

I disagree on playing two empires though. It will make you think about what empire you want to play and will make you loyal to the empire you choose. You can just switch servers, however.

Really bad idea on the BR carryover. This is a new game, and everyone needs to start out at level 1. I wouldn't disagree with cosmetic stuff though.

I understand where you're comin' from. IMO, a 20% BR carryover for vets would make zero difference for anyone who sticks with PS2 longterm and is even moderately hardcore. I see no harm in a small headstart for vets.

My son had his own account - so, after he moved out - I was able to play all three Empires - I could even log onto his account on his machine and run enemy tech to my primary I was playing on my PC. I imagine a few guys may run parallel accounts so they can play more than ONE Empire on a Server. Playing on the same server from TWO different PCs is a luxury I won't have again - it was rare when I took advantage of it (for robbing tech) - but it was fun to play diff Empires every blue moon.

If the cert trees are as deep as advertised - it may be all I can do to get 1, 2, 3, (or 4?) toons advanced enough to do 50%-90% of the things I want to be able to do. I enjoyed being Eng/Support, and then recerting to HA, cloaker,...whatever. I'm a little unsure how the game is going to layout as far as how much "fits" my old style and preferences ... vs .... how much I will have to stumble around until I figure outh how best to be able to fill multiple roles - depending on the battle(s) going on and my mood at any given gaming session. I'm not sure if I'll feel like I HAVE to advance multiple toons, or predominantly stay fully committed to ONE.

I hope I can change my specialization/certs as quickly is PS2 as in PS1. If not, it seems like I'll have to put in a butt-load of hours working on multiple toons.
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opticalshadow · 2011-08-12, 07:15 PM

yeah i just hope its worthwhile, ive been with ps1 since release (although not on the same account, i forget passwords and info and wind up with new mmo accounts every two years or so) but i hope i get something neat, nothign game changing or anything, but if i could wear some oldshool ps1 desgined uniforms (with updated graphics) that would be awesome.

Kouza · 2011-08-12, 07:24 PM

Why do people think we deserve free shit because we played the old game? I don`t get it.

EASyEightyEight · 2011-08-12, 07:30 PM

Originally Posted by Kouza

Why do people think we deserve free shit because we played the old game? I don`t get it.

Ego. "I played the old game, obviously I'm better than you!" A sense of entitlement. Pick one. It's not necessary for SOE to cater to the old breed in any way, it's just to show their appreciation.

CrystalViolet · 2011-08-12, 08:33 PM

Try calling me a noob, and I'll shove my 10 year term of service merit in your face. :P