Dr. Almon Duchev - Secret of the Orbs exposed !!!

I think the point is that history continues to repeat itself, even in the use of old graphics ... thereby, further evidence that MA is lacking in creativity? ... at least that's how I would interpret McC's post, but you would have to wait for his response on that.

Of course, players who weren't around during the Duchev Logs era wouldn't know any better, but with all the different types of Token items being used, they could have created a variation on a theme that probably wouldn't have caused a raised eyebrow.

Even a deed-like graphic would have more relevance than using a detailed log with graphs that make no sense (IMO) as a voucher for armor because nothing is representative of an armor design whatsoever.

I think it's yet another reported observance on McC's part that continues to add to the understanding of MindArk's game development handicaps, even though some might consider it a "small thing" and nothing to make issue about. I appreciate that McC is documenting PE/EU history in ways that perhaps many might not give thought to, yet has a significance in the overall developer approach to this unique universe that never quite reaches its potential

That's not to say that MA hasn't done some really cool things with their graphics, or ideas, or themes, because I think 100% that they have, but I also think they would be more successful if they were tuned in to small details that (believe it or not) DO make a difference with regard to a level of quality impression and that seems more cohesive, instead of a cut and paste job that we find happening more frequently than not.

I don't know ... is that what gamers want ... just a clicking and grinding environment, not really caring about graphics detail, or storyline that ties everything together in some way, or a real purpose that inspires spent time, energy, effort and finances other than the possibility of hitting it big. It's a real cash economy, so perhaps that's it ... it doesn't need to be anything else.

 

... isn't pissing in public against some law? ... or is virtual freedom a relief?

No restraining order needed, I shall post no more ... NO MATTER WHAT.

 

I really like that image and I am not against re-use but it doesn't really look anything like a voucher does it?

 

it'd be interesting to make a list of every cut/paste in game... a list of every thing that is used multiple times, etc. I suspect that list would be fairly long.

 

its not exactly unusual MC, just look at all the ore and enmatter models that have been reused/recoloured. Loads of weapons etc use the same model just recoloured, same with armours....

I really don't see the issue

 

Nope just a place holder for subscribed!

 

Spot on.

 

Yep, upon reflection I do see your point. That said, I can also understand the policy of reusing/recolouring models for the sake of expediency IF there is a future intention to come back and update/alter the look of something intended to be there long term.

 

I like arkadias weapon line for graphics reuse. Each model up has an extra part on the gun :D

 

Yes but

a) it makes sense
b) it is done well

 

Yup thats why I like it :D

caly just seems lazy sometimes

 

The biggest difference between the two is one is actually a penis stretcher in disguise! Now the real trick is to figure out which one is which! Just remember don't slam the book closed when done!