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View from Beta Test

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I spent about 2 weeks in SWG Beta test, principally learning how to play the scout class. My expertise is limited but my experience was very positive. I expect the game to gain a strong following. My previous MMORPG experience is with Everquest through the end-game environment(65 shaman 52 ranger etc).

There are still some rough edges in the game but I found three aspects very interesting and attractive.

First, there are beautiful spots in these worlds. The mountains of Naboo and the wildflower covered prairies of Cordelia come to mind most immediately. I found it pleasant to just sit (healing) and look at the scenery.

Second, the advancement system is non-linear. My sense is that over the long run this will make the game less of a grind of exp gathering. By mixing and matching skills players have the opportunity to customize their characters to most directly suit their needs and interests rather than opting for a one-size-fits-all class.

Third, the crafting system offers opportunities for activities other than MUD-like hack-and-slash. Useful items are player created from raw materials that can be culled from the environment by many means, from hunting to surveying and sampling. The player based economy will I think end up significantly richer than the drop-intensive system of EQ.

One of the slogans circulating about the game is that the goal is to "live in the Starwars universe." I find this remark telling. There will be many players who are drawn to a game-life of combat. SWG will provide ample opportunities for them. Abundant opportunities. But for others this game provides the opportunity to have virtual vacations, to camp in the mountains, do a little hunting, do a little fishing, admire the view.

Most Anticipated MMORPG Ever on the Verge of Release

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 4
Date: June 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

As a beta tester of SWG for more than 5 months, I can assure all of you who purchase this game, that it lives up to all the hype. It is the best MMORPG I have ever had the pleasure of playing. It is dynamic, beutifully rendered, exceptionally conceptualized and more and more. Not only will it outsell any other MMORPG ever created, but it will keep going strong for years. SWG has over 500,000 registered fan members. Yes, count them. They're all there. Ive been on the fan boards and just about every thread I read Ive enthusiastic people ready to become part of this epic journey. ---May the Force be with You---

Totally Immersion

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 4
Date: June 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

If you love Starwars you'll love this game. As a Beta tester I can say that this game (even during beta with all the initial bugs) is totally addictive and fun. The support has been outstanding and it's come a long way. Game play is well rounded from combat to crafting. Being a crafter or an entertainer is no less exciting than fighting in the galactic civil war. Unlike other MMOG's, focus is not on critter bashing which I found to be the boring aspect of other online games . I gave it a 4 out of 5 because it does take a high platform machine to run. Even with a P4 2ghz and a Geforce4600 I still run into some jitters.

Star Wars Galaxies

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 26, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This is a game different than all other MMORPGs. Instead of just getting out in the middle of the desert and shooting wamp rats, you can build a rifle for someone do just that. Instead of kicking at a Durni on Corellia, you can learn to dance or play an instrument... you can even start a band and play in an amphitheater. The great thing is, you can shoot things and kick 'em in the face, too.

The point I'm trying to make is this: If you don't like combat, don't like dancing, don't like exploring, and don't like being a medic, there is still something for you to do in Star Wars Galaxies...

Heck, you can even meet Darth Vader... Or Princess Leia.

Oh and by the way.. I know this because I beta tested the game for 3 months.... Im not just making it up.

Great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 22, 2003
Author: Amazon User

I have been on the Beta for the past few months and can tell you. WOW. This game puts the Massive back in MMORPG. The planets (Zones as it were) are huge and full of adventure. The PCs are very customizable, and with many missions and skill paths to choose you won't loose interest.

Oh, and to the comment with the one star, (Has to be an arse in every crowd), Ever hear of BETA TESTERS?!?!?!?

Beta NDA lifted

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 23, 2003
Author: Amazon User

The Beta Tester NDA got lifted a couple of days ago, so I can offer a review from a fairly knowledgeable viewpoint. I have been in the beta test for a while now, and can at least tell you what your initial experience will be like.

I have to give it 5 stars; SWG kept my interest even before most of the bugs were fixed. It isn't perfect yet, but it is certainly playable. I am sure that the Developers won't have fixed everything by release and there will be things that don't work perfectly. But the things a new player can do ought to give ok results with only an occasional weird string where there should be text and similar problems. Stability has gotten pretty good; the game hasn't been crashing often in late Beta and you won't loose your stuff if it does. If you are a power gamer, or a former beta tester, you might reach some of the high end content before they get that fixed up as well. If so, use the /bug command so the folks behind you don't have to fight the same problem.

The monthly price is also a commitment from Sony and Lucas to make continuous improvements. I expect it to get better and better over the next few years. I think that there is a good chance I will still be playing then, and I do expect to get my money's worth from that fee.

When you start, you can expect to be amazed by what you see and to be pleased to be able to move around in an environment that looks and feels a lot like the movies. You can also expect to be confused about how things work and what to do. One strong suggestion: go through the tutorial! It may be tempting to just go play, but the tutorial gives you the basics of what to do. The user interface isn't quite like other games (though you can customize it later), so you will want to learn how to work it.

It is designed well for a casual player who doesn't want to invest a lot of time each week. You can go places and do things with your friends even if they have played a lot more than you. It seems to me a little expensive on a long-term basis to just be an occasional tourist, but it is certainly feasible. I do expect, though, that many of the subscribers will be on 10 to 20 hours every week. The rich and powerful inhabitants of that galaxy will be on more than that.

Beta testers review

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 23, 2003
Author: Amazon User

The game has many ups and downs, This late into the beta there are still many balance issues and stability issues that need to be worked out.

The game its self is extremely fun, it does not have the RUSH to advance feel of many other games. There is a lot of work involved in becoming something special but in the end you feel good about it.

You can help your friends and allies no matter what profession you choose to take as they all work together to become a necessary part of the whole.

Graphics are awesome but it also has hefty hardware requirements, Come release day I fully expect some issues to arise but the devs are extremely responsive and active with the community.

It will be a lot of fun for a long time, but if your not in a rush, I would recommend waiting a few days after release to load it on your PC to what happens with a fully loaded server. Come release day there will be a 20 meg patch to down load so if your dialup, don't expect to play that day.

Great graphics and tons of content with more to come.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 20, 2003
Author: Amazon User

At launch this game will have more content and better graphics than any other game every released. And with the money and muscle of Sony and Lucas Arts the content will continue to flow in with expansions packs. If this is your first MMORPG you may be a bit overwhelmed by the UI (user interface). The game offers the ability to switch professions without much penalty and for you non-violent types, you can easily exist in this game and enjoy being an entrepreneur with your very own store. For you extreme Star Wars fans, you will find tons of content based on movies and books.

Beta Tester Report

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: June 21, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game is the best of it's kind to date. The models are absolutely stunning. I have spent literally HOURS in the character creation module. When I first started talking to someone in the game I noticed that whatever I said, my character performed some corresponding body language. For example if I said I didn't know something, my character would look down and shake her head. If I said "doh", my character would wack herself on the side of the head. Movement is fluid and extremely lifelike. Gameplay is fun too. The AI is extremely varied... from things that run away from you to things that will silently stalk you. But there is more than just combat. This is the first game where I actually WANTED to craft. They added so many elements to crafting - surveying, bazaars, multiple crafting tools, player vendors, player owned shops...

All of the worlds are completely different. Some are incredibly lush and beautiful, others are harsh but interesting.

As beta ends, the game still has minor bugs, but they aren't the type that will keep you from enjoying this wonderful game.

OHHHHHH YAAAAAAAAAAA!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 10
Date: September 03, 2002
Author: Amazon User

This looks to be the best game by Lucasarts todate. For a lousy [sum of money] a month you can be anyone you want in the star wars universe. Jedi, commando, smuggler anything. 2 words MUST BUY!

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