TR's pew pew! Interesting that they get a 3 round burst, looks like they really are trying to keep the weapons distinct. Which is a good sign since you can't loot weapons from the other players now, you only get your own faction's stuff.
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TR's pew pew! Interesting that they get a 3 round burst, looks like they really are trying to keep the weapons distinct. Which is a good sign since you can't loot weapons from the other players now, you only get your own faction's stuff.
The Galaxy is truly a sight to behold. It is a heavily armored air transport that can fly into enemy air space and drop up to 12 soldiers, making this vehicle an invaluable strategic asset. The Galaxy is equipped with the innovative "Hot Drop" system which automatically encapsulates any soldier or MAX unit that bails out with a protective barrier that slows their fall. This system removes the bulkiness and complications of using parachutes. The Galaxy can also be deployed into a forward base when landed. When deployed, respawn tubes and equipment terminals become active, creating a forward staging and fall back point for infantry. Additionally, the four weapon systems on the Galaxy can still be operated while deployed, giving it some static defenses.
Source; http://www.planetside2.com/news/jan182012vehicle
I think the latest date is Spring this year, nothing more definite out there.
Its to save memory, apparently. Since for each weapon and vehicle you would need three skins, one for each faction. So you quickly end up with a ton of high quality textures for those, and none for the rest of the game.
Its a shame, plus it also means the balance has to be done extremely well, otherwise there will be armies simply not used at all, which would be even worse than it currently is with people just keeping lockers full of certain weapons.
Going to be akin to Call of Duty weapon unlocks... Scopes, extended mags (as seen above?) , silencers? Id hazard a guess at.
Not so much tbh. I noticed the guy said a mod/side-grade could be to have a cycler with increased rater of fire but lower damage per bullet (to balance it out).
Modifications like that could be useful.
Biiig discussion with Matt Higby (Creative director) about PS2. Also, regarding the sidegrades, looking at the descriptions from the Cycler and the Cycler ARV:
Cycler said:
Cycler ARV said:
Looks like its a fairly simple swap, less accuracy for more fire rate. I'd guess the other options would be somewhat similar. I do like that the two cycler variants do look significantly different though, meaning that gaining intel is important, you can see what sort of weapons you're dealing with, so know what the enemy is equipped for.
