Les créateurs de shadowrun returns ont lancé un nouveau projet intitulé Battletech
Campagne https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...ch/description
Turn-based tactical 'Mech combat set in the classic 3025 era of the BattleTech Universe. From the creators of the Shadowrun Series!BATTLETECH is in development for PC, Mac, and Linux in English and will be delivered in standard and DRM-free versions on Steam, GoG, and Humble stores. The game will also be made available in German, French, and Russian (with localized text, and audio subtitles) in a post-launch update. Other platforms and languages may be announced at a later stage. BATTLETECH is expected to launch in early 2017.
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FAQ
- What platforms will this be on? What about DRM-free?
BATTLETECH will release on Windows, Mac, or Linux through your choice of Steam, GOG or Humble. DRM-free versions available, too.
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:07 CEST
- Is this game connected to MechWarrior Tactics?
MechWarrior Tactics was a completely different game developed by a different company. There is no connection between the games or the companies.
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:07 CEST
- I backed MechWarrior Tactics and lost out. Why should I back you?
First, we’re really sorry that happened and we understand why you might be hesitant to back BATTLETECH for that reason.
However, we have three reasons why we’d like you to consider backing us. One, this game’s development is led by Jordan Weisman, the creator of BattleTech, so it will be an authentic BattleTech experience. Two, it’s being developed by his company, Harebrained Schemes, who worked passionately to make the Shadowrun series an authentic Shadowrun experience. And three, Harebrained Schemes has a solid track record for delivering Kickstarter projects that their backers are happy with.
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:08 CEST
- 3025 is before the Clan invasion. Will there be Clans in the game?
There are no Clan ‘Mechs in the game yet but the BattleTech universe spans hundreds of years and in success, we plan to include them in later installments.
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- How much will the game cost when it comes out?
BATTLETECH will be a premium title with a retail price of up to $40, depending on the number of Funding Stages our backers unlock during this Kickstarter.
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:08 CEST
- Do I need to be connected to the Internet to play?
None of the game's single-player content will require an Internet connection. (If you're using Steam, Steam may require an internet connection on launch.)
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:08 CEST
- Is this going to be a port of the BT tabletop rules?
Our goal is to craft a combat system for BATTLETECH that’s the perfect blend of tactical depth, speed of play, and meaningful unit customization. As we did with our Shadowrun games, we intend to capture the *spirit* of the original tabletop rules, while designing the best PC game we can. That said, Shadowrun and BattleTech are very different games! For one thing, Shadowrunners like to hide behind cover, while ‘Mechs… squash cover. Expect turn-based combat in BattleTech to feel very different than a more cover-based combat system like Shadowrun’s.
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:10 CEST
- Which ’Mechs will be in the game?
BATTLETECH is in pre-production, so many decisions, like the final 'Mech roster, are not yet determined. But here are the 'Mechs we're currently planning to include:
LIGHT: Locust, Commando, Spider, Firestarter, Jenner, Panther, Raven, Urbanmech
MEDIUM: Cicada, Blackjack, Vindicator, Centurion, Enforcer, Hunchback, Trebuchet, Griffin, Kintaro, Shadowhawk, Wolverine
HEAVY: Dragon, Quickdraw, Catapult, JagerMech, Thunderbolt, Cataphract, Grasshopper, Orion
ASSAULT: Awesome, Victor, Zeus, BattleMaster, Stalker, Highlander, Banshee, King Crab, Atlas
Last updated: Mar 29 sept. 2015 19:10 CEST
- Will “The Unseen” ‘Mechs be in your game?
We’re excited by the great redesigns Piranha and Catalyst have done for some those “imperially entangled” ‘Mechs but we’re not committing to them right now. However, it’s a long time until we ship, so cross your fingers!