Chet Muffin
L.O.T.I.S.
RISE of LEGION
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Posted - 2013.07.19 07:01:00 -
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Perhaps not new, and certainly not my own idea (credits go to CEOPyrex in the comments of one of his video's), but I thought I'd make a detailed description of it here.
Basically, for every pub game mode (FW not included), there would be three variants; standard, advanced and prototype. In each of the variants higher tier suits would be locked from selection while you could use lower tier.
For instance, when you're in an "Advanced Domination", I can call all my advanced, standard and militia level suits, but not my prototypes.
Mind that this only the general idea. It would probably be a good idea to lock out suits based on weapons as well, so I couldn't equip my Duvolle on the standard frame and still own everyone.
The main reasoning behind this is that, while this is a serious shooter, players should have fun with it. As for myself, I have the most fun when the matches are balanced. Being redlined sucks and while I don't mind redlining another team, it's pretty boring and not very satisfying.
Being proto pub stomped should be a conscious choice, not random chance. Even in EVE there something like null and highsec with matching risk/rewards.
Another reason is game exploration. I think many players stick with a certain role/suit/weapon because that is the role with which they can compete. Having these game mode variants allows you to explore a new suit/weapon/vehicle against people with the same equipment.
Some examples:
- Players fresh from the academy can explore the game in a more safe manner.
- Learn to fly a dropship without worrying about prototype swarms or forge guns.
- See if the laser rifle is really ******.
So why would you fight in the advanced or prototype game modes. Because, let's be honest, seasoned veterans will still beat academy people in the standard game mode because they're familiar with squad tactics and know the maps.
Rewards: Besides the satisfaction of beating an equally fitted team? Have higher isk battle rewards in the higher tier match modes and drop more and better salvage in the prototype game modes.
That's it, have fun in the comments  |