A few Funcom elves were actually working on The Secret World over Christmas it seems, and designer Martin Bruusgaard has some interesting things to say about that -- as well as a couple of gameplay tidbits -- in a new interview at CryGaia.net.
One of the aspects of The Secret World that sets it apart from your typical MMORPG is the huge amount of character customization available through the game's clothing items. Bruusgaard says that some of these items are purchased from in-game vendors, some from the cash shop, and some of them are reward-based.
"One thing I'm particularly excited about is the template deck outfits. Template decks are a set of powers that enable the player to fulfill a certain role, and this is comparable to Magic the Gathering starter decks. On completion of any of these templates the player is given an outfit that reflects what that deck is. So for instance if a player completes the ninja deck, he or she is given a ninja costume," Bruusgaard explains.
He goes on to talk about cross-faction PvP team-ups (currently slated for post-launch) and The Secret World's sound and music suite. Read all about it at CryGaia.net.
Reader Comments (9)
Posted: Jan 5th 2012 12:10PM BigAndShiny said
I like it. The game gives you 'classes' but you can also go away and do something different. At the end of the day, if there's a clothing vanity store, i don't mind. It didn't bother me in Champions either tbh. (before it went free to play, of course.)
Posted: Jan 5th 2012 12:43PM (Unverified) said
While I'm excited about this game, they're tying the beta process pretty heavily to Facebook (which I don't use). While you can sign up for the beta without using Facebook, they've come right out and said you have a better chance of getting in if you're using the Facebook version of the beta signup.
Given that, I'll wait for the retail version of the game.
Given that, I'll wait for the retail version of the game.
Posted: Jan 5th 2012 12:59PM Space Cobra said
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Yep, it seems the same with me.
I never got into AoC beta, so that's out.
Guess they'll just have to miss out on my sparkling wit and charm as I bring up any questions and issues in an open, and honest way and get involved in the bug-testing and game mechanics.
Woe is them. ;p
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Yep, it seems the same with me.
I never got into AoC beta, so that's out.
Guess they'll just have to miss out on my sparkling wit and charm as I bring up any questions and issues in an open, and honest way and get involved in the bug-testing and game mechanics.
Woe is them. ;p
Posted: Jan 5th 2012 1:51PM (Unverified) said
@fallwind
In the FAQ. They talk about participating in the "second phase" of the beta (which uses Facebook Connect):
Q: Is there any other way to register that does not require Facebook Connect?
A: The second phase of the experience will rely heavily on social networking functionality such as the ability to recruit friends and turn them into agents. But if you only want to signup for the beta without taking part in the second phase of the Secret War, you can go to https://register.funcom.com/tsw_beta/ where Facebook is not required.
Q: Does participating in the second phase of ‘The Secret War’ experience increase my chances of getting into the beta?
A: Yes. Those who reach the highest rank in experience automatically receive guaranteed beta access, and as such you have a higher chance of getting into the beta if you choose to participate in the experience. To us that is also a great way of getting the best testers into the beta experience, as anyone who reaches the highest rank is sure to be more than averagely interested in the game.
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In the FAQ. They talk about participating in the "second phase" of the beta (which uses Facebook Connect):
Q: Is there any other way to register that does not require Facebook Connect?
A: The second phase of the experience will rely heavily on social networking functionality such as the ability to recruit friends and turn them into agents. But if you only want to signup for the beta without taking part in the second phase of the Secret War, you can go to https://register.funcom.com/tsw_beta/ where Facebook is not required.
Q: Does participating in the second phase of ‘The Secret War’ experience increase my chances of getting into the beta?
A: Yes. Those who reach the highest rank in experience automatically receive guaranteed beta access, and as such you have a higher chance of getting into the beta if you choose to participate in the experience. To us that is also a great way of getting the best testers into the beta experience, as anyone who reaches the highest rank is sure to be more than averagely interested in the game.
Posted: Jan 5th 2012 6:18PM dudes said
I wish the release date wasn't so secret.
Posted: Jan 6th 2012 4:59AM (Unverified) said
What this game needs in my opinion is an overhaul of the animations...
Different animations should be included in every new MMO they got no excuse.SWTOR did a first step by having every skill doing a different animation..If secret world could somehow make its casters or gun carriers/brawlers etc have 3-10 different poses which would not affect your gameplay in any way(Just eyecandy) it would be awesome,because so far i love the concept and the world but i despise the animations in gameplay vids.
Different animations should be included in every new MMO they got no excuse.SWTOR did a first step by having every skill doing a different animation..If secret world could somehow make its casters or gun carriers/brawlers etc have 3-10 different poses which would not affect your gameplay in any way(Just eyecandy) it would be awesome,because so far i love the concept and the world but i despise the animations in gameplay vids.
Posted: Jan 6th 2012 7:59AM Yellowdancer said
I'm not interested in paying them $15 a month for any of their games.
Interesting theme. Game mechanics are not my style.
Facebook integration...well, I log onto facebook twice a year to accept friend requests. So that is not a draw for me.
Interesting theme. Game mechanics are not my style.
Facebook integration...well, I log onto facebook twice a year to accept friend requests. So that is not a draw for me.








