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Initial Thoughts on SWTOR’s F2P Model – TaugVlog Ep. 4
I share my initial feedback on the planned F2P model for SWTOR, based on the FAQs and the subscription-vs-free comparison chart provided by BioWare: http://www.swtor.com/free/features http://www.swtor.com/support/helpcenter/6449 This is a huge transition for SWTOR, BioWare, and EA, so hopefully they get…
Top 5 PVP Design Flaws – TaugVlog Ep. 3
I discuss my top 5 design flaws for PVP combat of MMORPGs. In reverse order, they are…drum roll please… #5: 50% healing debuffs E.g. Mortal Strike for pre-Cataclysm Arms Warrior in WoW. When 50% healing debuffs are part of a…
Understanding the Revive and Finish Mechanic for Downed Players in Guild Wars 2
I discuss tips for reviving or finishing a “downed” player in Guild Wars 2, using gameplay footage from 5v5 tournament matches with my Warrior. When a player’s HP bar reaches 0, they drop into a “downed” state, where they can…
Guild Wars 2 Mesmer PVP Video: 1st Look
I discuss the mechanics for the Mesmer class in Guild Wars 2, based on trying the class in sPvP for the first time in BWE3. Mesmer is an unusual archetype and from what players have told me, there is a…
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