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"Dauerhaft" bedeutet, dass die Alpha 2-Server Tag und Nacht bis zum Launch online sind.[1]

  • Es kann zur Löschung von Charakteren kommen (Wipes).[2][1]
  • Es kann zu Löschungen des gesamten erreichten Fortschritts kommen (Wipes).[2][1]
  • Die Server der Alpha 2 werden nach der Veröffentlichung zu den öffentlichen Testservern (PTS).[2][1]
    • Genutzt, um Patches und Updates zu testen.
  • Beta-1 und Beta-2 werden wahrscheinlich nicht dauerhaft sein.[1]

Das ultimative Ziel für die Alpha 2 ist es, dauerhaft zu sein und anschließend zu den PTS zu werden. Bevor es soweit ist, rechne ich aber noch mit einigen Wipes.[2]Steven Sharif

Alpha-2

Alpha-2 character creator user interface (first pass).[3]

Alpha-2 is intending to be obviously a very large chunk of the game's mechanics: a very very big percentage of it.[4]Steven Sharif

Ein Großteil der geplanten Spielsysteme in Ashes of Creation soll in der Alpha-2 verfügbar sein.[4]








Alpha-1 und Alpha-2-Tester können vor der Veröffentlichung der Alpha-2 zu Spottests eingeladen werden.[30]

Alpha-2 ist als die dauerhafte Alpha bekannt.[1][31]

Alpha-2 availability

Phase Release Estimated/Actual date
Alpha-2 Alpha-2 spot testing (NDA).[32][33][34][35] November 2023.[36]
Alpha-2 (No NDA).[32][34][1][31] Q3 2024.[37][32][38]

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Pre-order-packs with Alpha-2 access are ending

September 2023 - January 2024 (The Unseen Order) were the final pre-order packs for Ashes of Creation as the developers have reached their desired number of testers for Alpha-2.[39]

Why are the pre-order packs ending?
Our pre-order packs were intended to be a way for players to support the project by providing an opportunity to collect exclusive cosmetic appearances that are used in creating the world of Verra, while respecting our commitment to zero-tolerance pay-to-win whatsoever. As we draw closer to our Alpha Two and Beta testing periods, we want to ensure a glorious experience for our players who have signed up to help make Ashes of Creation the MMORPG it deserves to be. To that end, we have decided to discontinue the packs until such time as our internal and/or external testing supports the admission of additional testers. We will continue to update our community when more ways become available to access Alpha Two or Beta testing through our communication channels.[40]
When will the final pre-order packs end?
The final Pre-Order Packs will end on January 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific in order to ensure everyone has enough time and notice with regards to the final Pre-Order Packs’ availability.[40]
Does this include the Beta-1 and Beta-2 pre-order packages as well?
Yes. While we anticipate we will reopen the ability to purchase Beta packages in the future, these options will not adopt the same format of regularly recurring monthly exclusive cosmetics as our existing Pre-Order Packages currently offer.[40]
If I do not get a pre-order pack, does that mean I will not be able to join Alpha-2, Beta-1, or Beta-2 in the future?
Not necessarily. We will continue to engage with our community and content creators to offer various giveaways that players will have an opportunity to participate in. After our internal and/or external testing satisfies the admission of additional testers, we may provide alternate methods of purchasing access into testing periods.[40]
When the pre-order packs end, will there be other items on the Ashes of Creation shop?
We may provide cosmetic items and merchandise in the shop at a future date.[40]
I purchased a previous pre-order pack, but I like The Unseen Order cosmetics better. Can I switch out my cosmetics for these?
Previously purchased cosmetics may not be exchanged, though we do provide a 90-day return policy. If you own an existing Pre-Order Pack, you may also purchase individual cosmetics offered in the current pack a-la-cart.[40]
Can I upgrade my pre-order pack after sales for the pre-order packs end?
Yes. You will continue to have the option to upgrade your Pre-Order Pack to a higher-tier package after sales of Pre-Order Packs end. If you upgrade, it will not give you the cosmetic items of the same type (Accessory, Pet, Mount, etc.) that came with the previous pack you purchased. Only the additional cosmetic items from the upgrade to The Unseen Order Pre-Order Pack will be granted.[40]
Can I purchase add-on cosmetics from The Unseen Order after pre-order packs are removed from the shop?
Yes. You will continue to have the option to purchase add-on cosmetics from The Unseen Order, based on what your Pre-Order Package level gives you access to.[40]
How long will I be able to upgrade my pre-order pack or purchase The Unseen Order add-on cosmetics?
We don’t have a date to share for this yet, but we’ll give everyone plenty of notice before ending the ability for them to upgrade their Pre-Order Packs or purchase add-on cosmetics from The Unseen Order.[40]
What about upgrading Kickstarter packages? When do those end?
You will still be able to upgrade Kickstarter and Summer Backer Packages. We’ll give plenty of notice before ending the ability for people to upgrade their packs.[40]

Server wipes

Alpha and Beta servers will be wiped prior to launch.[41]

  • Servers may be wiped between individual tests.[42][43][2]

As a general rule, if the testing phase contains the word Alpha, it is safe to assume there will likely be wipes.[2]Steven Sharif

Siehe auch

Einzelnachweise

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Liveübertragung, 2018-01-18 (25:22).
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 server-wipes.png
  3. Video, 2022-03-31 (34:16).
  4. 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 4.11 Podcast, 2021-09-29 (59:29).
  5. 5.0 5.1 Video, 2022-03-31 (0:00).
  6. 6.0 6.1 Interview, 2022-01-14 (3:50).
  7. Liveübertragung, 2022-04-29 (56:24).
  8. Liveübertragung, 2022-04-29 (32:29).
  9. 9.0 9.1 Blog: Creative Director's Letter, October 16 2020
  10. Newsletter, 2018-08-7
  11. cc-alpha-2.png
  12. Liveübertragung, 2022-01-28 (15:35).
  13. 13.0 13.1 13.2 Podcast, 2021-09-29 (23:00).
  14. Interview, 2018-10-20 (12:38).
  15. Liveübertragung, 2020-03-28 (1:41:11).
  16. Liveübertragung, 2018-04-8 (AM) (2:17).
  17. steven-family-summon-2.png
  18. Interview, 2018-10-20 (0:00).
  19. Liveübertragung, 2021-09-24 (1:19:17).
  20. Liveübertragung, 2022-04-29 (21:00).
  21. Liveübertragung, 2018-09-27 (54:02).
  22. Interview, 2021-02-07 (35:30).
  23. Liveübertragung, 2022-04-29 (25:16).
  24. Liveübertragung, 2022-02-25 (1:10:00).
  25. Liveübertragung, 2022-01-28 (7:26).
  26. Liveübertragung, 2021-12-23 (40:53).
  27. Liveübertragung, 2021-12-23 (50:50).
  28. steven-bear-a2.png
  29. Liveübertragung, 2018-10-31 (47:44).
  30. Liveübertragung, 2021-07-30 (45:11).
  31. 31.0 31.1 alpha and beta phases.png
  32. 32.0 32.1 32.2 Liveübertragung, 2023-09-29 (55:34).
  33. Interview, 2023-07-09 (26:35).
  34. 34.0 34.1 Liveübertragung, 2023-03-31 (5:57).
  35. Liveübertragung, 2022-10-14 (17:05).
  36. steven-a2-spot-testing-started.png
  37. Intrepid Studios Support - What are the Alpha/Beta Release dates?
  38. vaknar-a2.png
  39. Ashes of Creation Store: August cosmetics.
  40. 40.0 40.1 40.2 40.3 40.4 40.5 40.6 40.7 40.8 40.9 Ashes of Creation Store: September cosmetics.
  41. server wipe.jpg
  42. Alpha one test schedule, Mar 12, 2021.
  43. Liveübertragung, 2020-11-30 (7:27).