RPGDot Network    
   

 
 
Heroes of Might & Magic 4
Display full image
Pic of the moment
More
pics from the gallery
 
 

Site Navigation

Main
   News
   Forums

Games
   Games Database
   Top 100
   Release List
   Support Files

Features
   Reviews
   Previews
   Interviews
   Editorials
   Diaries
   Misc

Download
   Gallery
   Music
   Screenshots
   Videos

Miscellaneous
   Staff Members
   Privacy Statement


 
Mythica: Interview @ 1UP

(PC: MMORPG) | Posted by Moriendor @ Monday - October 20, 2003 - 17:44 -
Top
| Game Info | Homepage | Screenshots
1UP has conducted an interview with Matthew Wilson, Producer at Microsoft and responsible for the company's Norse mythology themed MMORPG 'Mythica'.

Here's a clip:
1UP-Ivan: Can you make any comparison to offline RPGs of where you want the combat system to go?

Matthew Wilson: It'd be hard to really put my finger down on any one. I think we're a little faster paced than Knights of the Old Republic and Baldur's Gate, but I do think Knights of the Old Republic is a good example. We've pulled some inspiration from it that we've really enjoyed. We're faster-paced, though. This isn't a click and turn type of game.

I suppose how we really differentiate ourselves from any other RPG out there is with our god oriented combat. We have a concept of the mortals and horde creatures and how you, as a god, should really be able to take on a lot of them and see high impact deaths and high impact shatters and knock backs. This should make players feel like they have awesome power. When it comes to taking on other immortals, whether it's the Fire Giants or other corrupted, you then have to really start thinking more tactical in the way you combat. This is where help from your friends is going to be key.

Anyway, it's difficult for me to put my finger on a comparison that's already out there because we're faster paced and more visceral.
 
 
All original content of this site is copyrighted by RPGWatch. Copying or reproducing of any part of this site is strictly prohibited. Taking anything from this site without authorisation will be considered stealing and we'll be forced to visit you and jump on your legs until you give it back.