CCP Announces Final Features in Free Winter Expansion
Reykjavik, Iceland - November 4th, 2008 - CCP, one of the world’s leading
independent game developers, announced November 11th as the launch date for the
final deployment in the two-part staged release of EVE Online: Quantum Rise, the
ninth free expansion for EVE Online. EVE Online players have already begun to
enjoy the performance-enhancing improvements of the StacklessIO and EVE64
initiatives which were introduced in an earlier phase of the expansion’s
release, and both of which have set the stage for truly limitless combat.
Several times in recent weeks, over 1,000 players have participated in
single-system battles with extremely minimal lag thanks to these new
industry-leading advancements.
These previously unannounced features will debut in EVE Online: Quantum Rise:
- The introduction of In-game Subscription Services. You can now convert
your 60-day EVE Time Codes (ETCs) into two 30-day items in game. These
“30-Day Pilot’s Licenses” can be traded freely through all regular means
(via market or contract or directly between players) and can be activated at
any time. This feature will be available on November 11th or shortly
thereafter
- Assembly Array upgrades for those wanting to produce on a grand scale
- Alchemy allows moon materials to shift the whole landscape of Tech 2
production
- UI changes include a moveable HUD, module recharge timers and weapon
grouping
- More efficient bomb production. Producers get more boom for their
materials.
- Upgrades to the Trinity Premium graphics content for the ubiquitous
stargates of New Eden
- A rebalancing of ship speeds for vessels of all sizes to rediscover
their combat viability, making player vs. player strategy and tactics more
important than ever
- 10 new beautifully haunting music tracks by EVE soundtrack composer
RealX
Already revealed features of Quantum Rise include the ability for
corporations to create and distribute their own custom medals for whatever
accomplishments they see fit to bestow on their members. Pilots will find a
newly-designed certificate system provides a quick and verifiable way to prove
their worth in gunnery, trading or countless other professions. The shipyards of
New Eden have been busy rebalancing industrial ships and are almost ready to
undergo production of the mighty capital ship, the Orca. For easier navigation,
all ships will feature autopilot avoidance options and a few new routes will
open up in New Eden.
The full list of all deployed and upcoming features of EVE Online: Quantum Rise
can be found here:
http://www.eveonline.com/features/quantumrise
Those curious about what is planned for EVE Online past Quantum Rise will not
want to miss the announcements at Fanfest this year. Held in Reykjavik, Iceland
on Nov 6-8—a few days before the expansion hits the live servers—this
celebration of EVE and its players will have many surprises in addition to the
myriad talks, presentations and combat it always hosts. More about the Fifth
Annual Party at the Top of the World can be found on the EVE website:
http://www.eveonline.com/fanfest/2008/ and we have plans to cover every
aspect of our favorite yearly event.
Availability:
EVE Online: Quantum Rise will be available for subscribers as a free download at
http://www.eveonline.com/download/.
Non-subscribers should visit the EVE website to sign up for a free 14-day trial
account.
About EVE Online
Set tens of thousands of years in the future, EVE Online is a breathtaking
journey to the stars, to an immersive experience filled with adventure, riches,
danger and glory. With nearly a quarter of a million subscribers worldwide
inhabiting the same virtual universe, EVE features a vast player-run economy
where your greatest asset is the starship, designed to accommodate your specific
needs, skills and ambitions. EVE offers professions ranging from commodities
trader to mercenary, industrial entrepreneur to pirate, mining engineer to
battle fleet commander or any combination of these and much more. From brokering
business deals to waging war, you will have access to a diverse array of
sophisticated tools and interfaces to forge your own destiny in EVE. Learn more
and sign up for a free trial at
http://www.eveonline.com.
Definition of Subscribers
EVE Online subscribers include individuals who have paid a subscription fee or
have an active electronic time code (ETC) to play EVE Online, as well as those
who have purchased the game and are within their free month of access. The above
definition excludes all players under free promotional subscriptions, expired or
cancelled subscriptions and expired ETCs.
About CCP
CCP is widely recognized as an industry-leading pioneer of the single-server
persistent universe architecture as the developer and publisher of EVE Online,
the critically-acclaimed, science fiction-based massively multiplayer online
game (MMOG). Utilizing a cross-discipline approach combining cutting-edge
technology and artistic excellence, CCP is dedicated to providing vibrant,
compelling products that transcend the boundaries of conventional MMOGs and
facilitate social networking through virtual worlds. Privately held and founded
in Reykjavik, Iceland in 1997, CCP’s international reach now spans the globe
with offices in Atlanta and Shanghai as well as a base of operations in London.
More information about CCP is available at the company’s website,
http://www.ccpgames.com.
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