Roadmap 2011

Diggo11

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Howdy everyone,

The West has seen many positive changes throughout 2010. The introduction of many new features such as chat, the market and bounties, just to name a few, have all proven to be great successes. Whilst there are still a few features remaining from the last roadmap we still wish to implement, it's time for the Roadmap 2011!


From 2010:

Poker (1.31)
Players can use their cash to participate in a game of poker at any time. (This can presently be tested on the Public Beta.)

Health points and dying chances
Players hurt themselves more often and worse during work. Duels also cost more health points. Passing out will be weakened a bit. Energy will not be lowered as much, the duel block will be lifted.

New Duel System
The current system (attack zones, dodging) will be replaced by a new system. Each duel round has one attack and one movement action. The higher the dueling level, the more rounds are fought (3-12 rounds).

Attack action: The attack action is by default a hit/shot. With added skills other actions can be learned.
Movement action: Players to move to the optimal distance to the opponent and by that to cause more damage or to dodge an attack. With added skills other actions will be available.

It will be balanced so that skills and attributes are equally important to actions. Ranged and close combat will remain comparably strong. The current dueling skills will be less important for the hitting chance and damage calculation, but they will be more important for the dueling actions. Luck will be minimised. The equipment and weapons will take a bit role in the calculation of the earned experience points to constrict duel pushing.

Towns
Certain buildings will have unlimited construction levels, offering some (but minimal) advantages and something to do for builders. Constructing buildings above level three will consume resources. These high level buildings will deteriorate over time.

Higher Character Class Bonuses
Character class bonuses will be improved. We are considering creating 'so many' bonuses per class and allowing them to select one upon reaching every tenth level. More diversity and balance will be created.

Newspaper
A newspaper will be released every 3-7 days. It will hold statistics, a horoscope and short player statements. To read the newspaper a symbolic payment has to be paid.
Statistics: Fort battle results, finished towns, Players that have reached a milestone level, best dueler, etc.
Player statements: Player can write short statements into the newspaper. There is a limit to the amount of statements posted. Each player offers a certain dollar amount for each article. The players with the highest bids are printed.

For 2011:

Crafting
Players can use recipes to craft new items. Characters can specialise for crafting purposes. Possibility of the introduction of skill trees.

New Screendesign
A fresh new design will be included for both the game frame and windows. It will optimise the UI for ease of use and less clicks, plus it will appear more aesthetically pleasing through the use of free floating elements.

Content (Balancing)
The levels and requirements for various elements of the game will be adjusted so the follow one progression curve.

Town Customisation
The town page will be redesigned. It will allow for free positioning of both existing and new buildings and miscellaneous items such as statues, trees, etc. The layout of the town may provide different advantages and disadvantages.

Randomised Items
Existing items, new and unique items can be found or created with random bonuses. This will generate a far greater diversity of equipment.

New Map
A new map will be created, based upon the real US topography. Jobs will be zoned and location dependant to reflect where different types of work would be available in the real Old West. Multiple jobs will be available from more sparse "works" locations.

Character Customisation
It will be possible to customise character appearances, ie avatars. Possibly done through the use of sliders to alter hair, scars, eyes, etc.


If you have any queries, suggestions or criticisms of the new Roadmap, please visit the dedicated response thread:
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