General Gaming Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis [June 9, 2021] - Version 2 Coming June 7!

[Keyser_Soze]

11 hours ago, Mr.Vic20 said:

So they’re adding better AA?!

 

I tried disabling it in game and using it in NVIDIA control panel and... I don't know if it works but maybe it was better... Game is laggy AF though, laggier than ever so that was irritating me more. More  maintenance plz.

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20

There are a lot of "fixes" going around regarding the resolution and graphics settings but it seems that they amount to nothing as the game seems to override all the settings you put in.

 

There's a method to changing the exe properties to disable DPI scaling

There's a method for changing the resolution through user.pso2

and then of course NVIDIA control panel (Changing AA settings or image sharpening to fix the blurriness if you keep AA on in game)

but it seems nothing changes if you do that. 🤷‍♀️ - Resolution is still a funky 2560x1440 (scaled up I presume)

 

This is particular frustrating to me because as you know I play everyone's second most hated game at these boards

Spoiler

Genshin Impact

 

And that game is free to play, much like this one, came out a year ago, can be played on mobile, but the PC port is great, in fact probably the best version. (I saw someone playing PS4 version briefly but it struggling to hit 30 fps was kinda gross looking). I know they are not the same style but one looks light years better than the other.

 

I hope that SEGA sees that this game is actually more popular than they had anticipated and actually put some assets into improving this game. I can honestly put up with the blurriness and like half assed look of the game but they need to fix the lag asap. But after that, they need to make this game look proper on PC.

[Paperclyp]

I think this game looks really cool but I don’t have enough time right now to dive into another huge time sink. 

[Mr.Vic20]

53 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said:

@Mr.Vic20

There are a lot of "fixes" going around regarding the resolution and graphics settings but it seems that they amount to nothing as the game seems to override all the settings you put in.

 

There's a method to changing the exe properties to disable DPI scaling

There's a method for changing the resolution through user.pso2

and then of course NVIDIA control panel (Changing AA settings or image sharpening to fix the blurriness if you keep AA on in game)

but it seems nothing changes if you do that. 🤷‍♀️ - Resolution is still a funky 2560x1440 (scaled up I presume)

 

This is particular frustrating to me because as you know I play everyone's second most hated game at these boards

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Genshin Impact

 

And that game is free to play, much like this one, came out a year ago, can be played on mobile, but the PC port is great, in fact probably the best version. (I saw someone playing PS4 version briefly but it struggling to hit 30 fps was kinda gross looking). I know they are not the same style but one looks light years better than the other.

 

I hope that SEGA sees that this game is actually more popular than they had anticipated and actually put some assets into improving this game. I can honestly put up with the blurriness and like half assed look of the game but they need to fix the lag asap. But after that, they need to make this game look proper on PC.

Your first guess seems to be a solid one with some kind of internal rendering issue that doesn't want to play with others well. I find it fascinating that this game was in beta and clearly is designed to refresh interest in the series. One presumes that during the beta many people provided feed back about the resolution/anti-aliasing issues and yet... 

[Keyser_Soze]

4 minutes ago, Mr.Vic20 said:

Your first guess seems to be a solid one with some kind of internal rendering issue that doesn't want to play with others well. I find it fascinating that this game was in beta and clearly is designed to refresh interest in the series. One presumes that during the beta many people provided feed back about the resolution/anti-aliasing issues and yet... 

 

I think the beta was mainly for a stress test type thing. The first one was only in Japan, the second one was global. They did release a feedback survey but I didn't get to participate because I had to hunt for it, when I saw it it was too late.

 

Also, they released a benchmark (you probably can still download it) and I think it looked better.

[Keyser_Soze]

1 hour ago, Paperclyp said:

I think this game looks really cool but I don’t have enough time right now to dive into another huge time sink. 

 

It's probably the best and worst time to jump in. There isn't a heavy amount of content right now, level cap is at 20. You could goof off and get what you want out of it right now.

[Mr.Vic20]

41 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said:

 

 

Also, they released a benchmark (you probably can still download it) and I think it looked better.

Naturally! 

[Paperclyp]

12 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said:

 

It's probably the best and worst time to jump in. There isn't a heavy amount of content right now, level cap is at 20. You could goof off and get what you want out of it right now.

I think I’ll wait until it’s fleshed out a bit and then swindle some friends to play it with me. 

[Keyser_Soze]

Meme game is on point though

 

 

 

[Keyser_Soze]

There was maintenance yesterday and a 1 gig patch

 

http://ngs.pso2.com/news/maintenance/maintenanceend20210616

 

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Maintenance Details

 

• Due to the Scheduled Maintenance, the validity period of Premium Sets, Extended Storage 1~6, Material Storage, and Personal Shop usage, as well as PSO2 Personal Quarters use, Max Orders Received Limit Expansion, and Bonus Keys will be extended by 7 hour(s).
  *For things that expired before the end of Scheduled Maintenance on June 16, 2021 (Wed), the expiration will be extended 7 hour(s) from the time of expiration.

 

• Characters that completed the “Application for Ship Transfer During Scheduled Maintenance” before the start of scheduled maintenance on June 15, 2021 (Tues) have been transferred.
   
  • Ship transfers during scheduled maintenance occur in order of applications. There is a limit to the number of transfers that are performed, so if the maximum number of applications is reached, later applications will be carried over to the next scheduled maintenance.
     
  • Please check here for more information about ship transfers, such as the requirements.
     
  • When logging into PSO2 blocks, each characters’ location will be set to the Gate Area.
     
  • Characters that logged out while in the Shopping Plaza, Casino, Bridge, or Franca's Café before the start of Scheduled Maintenance will also be moved to the Gate Area.
     
  • If it is the player’s first time playing or depending on how far they have progressed in the story, they will moved to the Bridge.

 

• We will distribute items to all accounts as an apology for the heavy server loads.
• We will distribute items to all accounts as an apology for the emergency maintenance on June 11 (Fri), 2021.
• We will distribute items to all accounts as an apology for the extended regular maintenance on June 9 (Wed), 2021.

 

Specification Changes

 

• The "Gather Party Members" button in PSO2:NGS Ryuker Devices has been disabled.
  *This feature is temporarily unavailable due to a bug.
  Until this feature is resumed, players will not be able to select the "Gather Party Members" button.
• Reduced completion requirements for some Daily Tasks that require item procurement

 

Bug Fixes

 

Bug fixes for PSO2:NGS

 

• Addressed game lag during peak hours.
• Addressed a bug that sometimes causes N-Meseta to decrease when Class Level rises, or when teleporting/ moving to different areas.
• The game lagging with certain attack animations of the Boss Enemy Pettas Vera.
• The Techter Class Skill "Wand Lovers" having a longer than normal Effect Duration under certain conditions.
• Players being able to perform Sidesteps quicker at the end of a Sword Weapon Action.
• Fixing a Bug Where Gathering Items Do Not Appear Correctly.
• The Limited-Time Login Bonus Day 1 reward appearing as the next reward when the Day 7 reward is claimed.
  *The ongoing "NGS Launch Celebration Login Bonus Part 1" provides limited-time Login Bonuses until Day 7.
• The NEXT mark appearing on the Day 1 icon when the Day 7 Login Bonus is claimed.
• Error messages appearing and Augments not being added when Enhancement Aids are used with affixing Augments.
  *Since this bug was detected by the update on Wednesday June 9, 2021, the use of Enhancement Aids with affixing Augments with was temporary suspended in the scheduled maintenance. With this bug fix, players will be able to use Enhancement Aids when affixing Augments after the scheduled maintenance on Wednesday June 16.
• The Exchange Augment Capsule confirmation message staying displayed and the game forcibly shutting down, if a quest such as a Cocoon is accepted while the message is being displayed.
• The Item Recycle confirmation message staying displayed and the game not responding, if a quest such as a Cocoon is accepted while the message is being displayed.
• Players occasionally not being able to log in from the Select Character screen, after selecting “Return to Title Screen” from the Main Menu’s “Logout” option.
•  Not being able to set one Weapon Camo to multiple weapon categories.
  *There was a mistake in the description. We are still currently working to fix this bug.
  We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. (Updated: 06/16 04:10 AM (America/Los_Angeles)
• Fixed a bug that sometimes causes multiple tickets for the same motion to accidentally be used.
  *We are planning compensation for this issue. The details will be announced at a later date.
• Addressed a bug that prevents main task “Advice from Liu Lin II” from being completed.
• Fixed a bug that prevents players from purchasing and withdrawing items from the Personal Shop.
• The Xbox Live "Join game" feature not working correctly for Xbox One and Windows 10 versions.
• Being unable to join a party when players in PSO2 blocks use the “Invite to game” feature on Xbox One and Windows 10 versions.

 

Bug Fixes for PSO2:NGS and PSO2

• Fixed a bug regarding the loss of AC or SG that the player was in possession of for over a year.
  * We have restored the lost AC or SG to players who were affected by this bug.

 

Confirmed Bugs

 

• Leveling Quests on June 17 (Thu) not appearing in PSO2.
• When players attempt to transfer to PSO2:NGS blocks from the Universal Ship in PSO2, error No. [642] will occur and they will not be able to transfer blocks.
• Players are unable to accept Practice Quests in PSO2.
• Challenge Blocks in individual PSO2 ships are loading as standard blocks.
  *Please accept Challenge Quests from the Universal Ship.
• Players are unable to receive campaign items in PSO2:NGS blocks if they include PSO2 items.
  *Please receive campaign items in PSO2 blocks until this bug is fixed.

 

Also if you guys are game pass members be sure the claim the perks for this game before the 7th. (You get 5 N-Half Scape Dolls and 50 photon chunks)

[Mr.Vic20]

Well, I was finally able to force 4K on this game by choosing High DPI scaling via the compatibility tab (right click on the EXE and choose the compatibility tab). This fix, plus forcing AA at the Nvida driver level and turning off in game AA has resulted in a crisp, clear image finally! 

[JPDunks4]

Have you guys been playing? How is it?  

 

I got to Lvl 4 or 5 I think.  Just not sure I was feeling all it's systems yet.  It was still hard for me to figure out how I was progressing at all.

[Mr.Vic20]

3 minutes ago, JPDunks4 said:

Have you guys been playing? How is it?  

 

I got to Lvl 4 or 5 I think.  Just not sure I was feeling all it's systems yet.  It was still hard for me to figure out how I was progressing at all.

I played another hour, the world looks nice and the combat is sufficient, but so far its just OK.

[Xbob42]

I'm actually liking it a lot more than I thought I would. I guess since I haven't been keeping up I was expecting "PSO2 but with maybe slightly bigger, more open stages" wasn't really expecting open-world PSO with Zelda-like shrine challenges and challenging open-world bosses. I especially like how you can just go in and out of the city like it's part of the world.

 

I think a not insignificant part of my enjoyment of that is the fact that I've been playing PSO since the Dreamcast version (and in fact it's the reason I'm posting here now, I made my IGN forum account specifically to share the Japanese version with people before it was out in the US) and it's ALWAYS been a lobby followed by small stages. Even the biggest areas in PSO2 were not all that much bigger than PSO1 or PSU or any of that stuff. So it's very novel to me.

 

My only concern so far is variety. I've only really seen one big boss enemy and he seems to be present... everywhere. Hoping we're not dealing with a Genshin Impact situation where the game is like 5% done at launch. Also the characters are ugly as shit (which I find funny) and the acting is so bad I actively skip every cutscene. I dunno how Sega gets worse and worse at storytelling and character design, but it never ceases to amuse me.

[Keyser_Soze]

5 hours ago, Mr.Vic20 said:

Well, I was finally able to force 4K on this game by choosing High DPI scaling via the compatibility tab (right click on the EXE and choose the compatibility tab). This fix, plus forcing AA at the Nvida driver level and turning off in game AA has resulted in a crisp, clear image finally! 

 

I wish it worked for me.

[JPDunks4]

I saw some huge Giant looking thing walking around pretty close to the original city.  I think it was Lvl 15.  I ran away as I am only like Lvl 4/5.

 

My main issue is I hate when new loot, especially armor, doesn't change your appearance.  Also when I level up, I am not sure what really gets improved.  Some stats? Do we get to choose which stat, have points to distribute? I know you can upgrade some skills from that vendor, but the skills you choose from don't seem overly interesting.  

 

I have too much other stuff to play right now to really dump a lot of hours into an MMO I'm not totally into it, so I'm still in the wait and see stance.

[Keyser_Soze]

1 hour ago, JPDunks4 said:

My main issue is I hate when new loot, especially armor, doesn't change your appearance.  Also when I level up, I am not sure what really gets improved.  Some stats? Do we get to choose which stat, have points to distribute? I know you can upgrade some skills from that vendor, but the skills you choose from don't seem overly interesting. 

 

It usually says on screen when you level up which stats level up.

 

EDIT: As for the appearance of armor, well this game is basically fashion souls. Armor upgrades are separate from cosmetic looks. If you want to look different you have to get into the scratch ticket thing.

[Mr.Vic20]

17 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said:

 

I wish it worked for me.

Try applying those steps to the pso2launcher as well. I think that will do the trick. I would also add that some how it does not work on the title screen! So when you see all the grass in the title screen as a sea of pixel hell, keep going to the actual game!

[Keyser_Soze]

1 hour ago, Mr.Vic20 said:

Try applying those steps to the pso2launcher as well. I think that will do the trick. I would also add that some how it does not work on the title screen! So when you see all the grass in the title screen as a sea of pixel hell, keep going to the actual game!

 

Yeah I guess I'll try. Have you taken a screenshot to verify? (Pressing print screen saves it to the folder) I'm guessing the screenshot dimensions capture what resolution the game is natively running at.

 

I'm still fussing around with the frame drops (I guess they are frame drops not lag? - At least when I pull up the FPS counter it shows FPS drop all the time) - Running on a 2080ti which should be a cakewalk for this game so I'm not sure what's happening. Well I know what's happening, it's just kind of an unoptimized mess.

[Mr.Vic20]

8 hours ago, Keyser_Soze said:

 

Yeah I guess I'll try. Have you taken a screenshot to verify? (Pressing print screen saves it to the folder) I'm guessing the screenshot dimensions capture what resolution the game is natively running at.

 

I'm still fussing around with the frame drops (I guess they are frame drops not lag? - At least when I pull up the FPS counter it shows FPS drop all the time) - Running on a 2080ti which should be a cakewalk for this game so I'm not sure what's happening. Well I know what's happening, it's just kind of an unoptimized mess.

Well this was fun! Turns out that the wireless Logitech Keyboard I game with (K780) does not have a print screen, but after using Windows Key+shift+S, yes I was able to capture an in game screen grab at 3840x2160. Native 4K, just as Jebus intended! As for frame drops, I have no doubt that the port is crap, but my 3090 does not feel it. 

[Keyser_Soze]

40 minutes ago, Mr.Vic20 said:

Well this was fun! Turns out that the wireless Logitech Keyboard I game with (K780) does not have a print screen, but after using Windows Key+shift+S, yes I was able to capture an in game screen grab at 3840x2160. Native 4K, just as Jebus intended!

 

This does not work I believe. I did the same thing. Yes, because it is capturing your screen it will take a correct resolution screenshot. Pressing print screen is the real test because it will save it to the game folder and you can see the resolution that it saves as is 2560x1440

 

Also, I'm pretty sure you can change the keybinding on this so that you can actually press a button to take a screenshot. Try it out!

 

I wanna check something else out. Are you playing in Window mode or Virtual Full Screen mode?

 

I tried using some other hot tip to make the game run better, supposedly you have to start regular PSO2, then log out and back into PSO2NG but it didn't quite work.

[Mr.Vic20]

1 hour ago, Keyser_Soze said:

 

This does not work I believe. I did the same thing. Yes, because it is capturing your screen it will take a correct resolution screenshot. Pressing print screen is the real test because it will save it to the game folder and you can see the resolution that it saves as is 2560x1440

 

Also, I'm pretty sure you can change the keybinding on this so that you can actually press a button to take a screenshot. Try it out!

 

I wanna check something else out. Are you playing in Window mode or Virtual Full Screen mode?

 

I tried using some other hot tip to make the game run better, supposedly you have to start regular PSO2, then log out and back into PSO2NG but it didn't quite work.

I'm running in Virtual full screen set a t 4K. As for the print screen, I can't find where in the settings menu I can rebind screen capture. If you do find it let me know and I'll give that a shot!

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20

 

I decided to do a deep dick dive into these issues and I would say half a victory today.

 

I found this thread that said to download special K because it will remove forced Vsync that causes stuttering. It didn't exactly fix the stutter issues but I found something else out. The game is running windowed 2560x1440 stretched to 4k, which is why it looked like butt. Why was this happening? Well it's because I don't have young spry eyes like yourself and have 150% scaling for text and such set. Well I guess this game is dumb and if you have 150% scaling set then it breaks the resolution. I set it to 100% and the game runs at 4k now

 

You can compare this top one to the old one that was kind of a blurry mess (well not kind of, it was!

 

Spoiler

 

 

So it will be annoying but I guess every time I play this I'll have to change the scaling.

 

As for the stutters (This game will be running at 60 then just randomly drop down to 1 or 3 fps) they are still there, so I guess the next thing I'll have to do is look into that. The special K thing hasn't helped with that but maybe there are other things I'll have to fool around with.

[Mr.Vic20]

Those environmental textures are still crap, but the native 4K shines through on the character models! Well done sir! 

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20

 

I finally fixed something that has been driving me crazy (no not the random frame drops lol)

I had issues with the lock on targeting not what I wanted. There's a control option to change the lock on to where the CAMERA is facing not where the CHARACTER is facing. So I changed that and the lock-on is much better. Generally the character is facing all sorts of weird angles and my camera is looking at what I want targeted so this cleared up the issue.

 

Also for folks who probably gave up on this like @JPDunks4 sadly it looks like the game locks a lot of features out at the beginning until you progress in the story which seems to be acting as a tutorial of sorts. I got past a section that allows me to make multi-weapons now and unlock weapon potentials and such. I'm about level 13 in my main class so maybe stick with it a bit more. (You also have to get to a point in the story that unlocks daily and weekly missions - This was in the beta but was unlocked rather quickly)

 

Also, since I doubt any of you log in daily there is a daily scratch ticket you can use as well as get daily login bonuses.

[Keyser_Soze]

 

[Keyser_Soze]

 

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20

 

They are aware of bugs and are working day and night to fix them. Thank you for your understanding.

 

HOT INFORMATION

 

AC Scratch Ticket Sweet Summer - New costumes animations (including swimming animations) and emotes

9th anniversary event with limited time weekly and daily tasks (July 7 to August 4)
Exchange your event points with the Phenomenologist Xiandy

Elemental (lightning) weapon Glissen! - Limited time enemy drop weapon, and first elemental weapon in NGS.
Rappys with tuxedos (Ceremo Rappy)
Seasonal enemies with lightning weekness including Gigantix and Pettas Vera!

PSO2 items are coming to Revival scratch tickets including big tits

 

CAST parts in Trainee line scratch tickets
Fairy dash!

A new Gigantix in the second half of the 9th annivesrsary!

 

No video for this part
They are holding a Stamp drawing contest and item design contest that could become in game items.
Screenshot submission campaign

 

New Braver class coming in August - They can use Katanas and Photon bows

 

Satellite information
Purchase 500 AC or more get an N-Color change pass as a bonus gift!

 

Show is only like 20 or so minutes and presented in a palatable format so you can watch it if you want.

[Keyser_Soze]

Maintenance has completed @Mr.Vic20 @JPDunks4 Make sure you log in to get your apology bonus items!

 

Items Sent to “Receive Campaign Items”

 

Item Sent With the Class Skills Bug Fix: N-Reset All Skills x1
Apology for the Bug that Caused N-Meseta to Decrease When Teleporting or Moving to an Area: SG 50 Ticket x1 & N-Rare Drop Rate +25% x2
Apology for the Bug that Caused N-Meseta to Decrease When Leveling-Up: SG 50 Ticket x1 & N-Rare Drop Rate +25% x2
Apology for the bug that Reset Enhancement Data: N-Enhancement Success Rate +10% x3, N-Augmentation Success Rate +5% x3, N-Rare Drop Rate +25% x3, N-Grinder x50, Monotite x50, Dualomite x20, Trinite x30, Photon Chunk x20 & Photon Quartz x40

Apology for the Bug that Shortened the Duration of the Specific Weather: N-Rare Drop Rate +25% x2
Apology for the Emergency Maintenance on 06/24 (America/Los_Angeles): N-Half Scape Doll x3

 

Bug Fixes
Issues that were fixed in NGS

• Fixed the bug where PSO2 material items disappear when moved from Material Storage to the PSO2 Inventory
• Fixed the bug with the Potency settings of the first half of the Double Saber PA "Julien Dance"
  *The Potency of the Double Sabers PA "Julien Dance" has been reduced to adjust its Potency balance.
• Fixed the bug where the Fighter Class Skill “Knuckle Sway Counter” is activated twice in row under certain conditions.
• Fixed the bug where the Fighter Class Skill ”Knuckle Sway Counter Plus” is cancelled if a player performs a Weapon Action before the attack is assessed
• Addressed the bug in which a PSE Burst Climax does not occur and a Boss Enemy does not appear during a PSE Burst
• Fixed the bug where the Friend, Team, and Blocklist icons of party members are displayed during Room Transfers
• Fixed the bug where the Preset Skill "Fixa Termina" effect also being applied to non-critical hits
• Fixed the bug in the Xbox One version where Sidestep being performed early after performing the Wired Lances or Twin Daggers Weapon Action
• Fixed the bug in the Xbox One version where Wall Kicking is sometimes delayed when starting to Glide if MTN: Glide - Dive is being used
• Addressed the bug that sometimes prevents the Side Task “Red Containers” from being completed
  *For those who experienced this bug before the scheduled maintenance  on June 29, 2021,  we have taken measures to enable players to progress with this task.
  Please note that we are still working to fix the underlying issue. Thank you for your patience.
• Addressed the issue of banner images, such as the PSO2:NGS Scratch Ticket selection screen, not being displayed correctly in the Xbox One version.

 

Issues that were fixed in NGS and PSO2

• The Window size and location may not be saved when transferring blocks between "PSO2:NGS" and "PSO2" on Xbox One.
• [Wear/Remove Outfit] does not work for certain Body Types.
• The Option settings and more may be reset when transferring blocks between "PSO2:NGS" and "PSO2" on Xbox One.
• Banner images such as Scratch Tickets selection screen for PSO2:NGS does not appear correctly on Xbox One.
• Re-edit period will be available for a premium user when using a Salon Free Pass in Salon.

Thank you for continuing to support PSO2 NEW GENESIS.

[Keyser_Soze]

[Keyser_Soze]

So I got to the end of the story content, I think. It said "To be continued"

Spoilers, you fight Nex Aelio with Dozer!

But for real it is a pretty cool fight.

 

I made an alliance, called dayonepatch, join it if you can find it. For some reason it's not showing my XBL friends list, so I can't invite from there. 🤷‍♀️

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20 Maintenance has ended we are now on version 7.0001.5!

 

Specification Changes

• Corrected NPC names that were determined to be inappropriate as character names.

 

Bug Fixes

Issues that were fixed in NGS

• Fixed a bug with the Partisan Photon Art “Fatal Tornado” where the number of hits landed was sometimes reduced
• Fixed a bug with the Assault Rifle Photon Art “Blaze Shot” where the firing accuracy was low
• Fixed a bug with the trial “Collect Stella Packs” where objects sometimes did not appear under certain conditions
• Fixed a bug where an incorrect message was displayed when making a purchase at the AC/SG Shops with a full Inventory
• Addressed a bug with the Daily Free SG Ticket where it is sometimes displayed as a blank in the Acquired Items List
  *If you encounter this bug, please try reopening the Scratch Tickets menu, and you should be able to play a Daily Free SG Ticket.
• Fixed a bug with the Oracle Renewal Collection items in Personal Shops where they could not be searched for and items' market prices could not be checked
• Fixed the bug with the Steam, Epic Games and Microsoft Store versions, where the option "texture resolution" was not reflected correctly

 

 

This also means the 9th anniversary stuff is underway!

 

https://ngs.pso2.com/events/9th-anniversary

 

[Keyser_Soze]

@Mr.Vic20

 

I've been seeing a lot more people playing this recently. A couple weeks ago servers would be sparse. But now I see tons of people battling in an area and it's pretty cool! Especially these big ass bosses, like 30 vs 1 boss

[JPDunks4]

I may try this again at some point.  Any further impressions in Progression and character builds?. Does that get a lot deeper?

[Keyser_Soze]

44 minutes ago, JPDunks4 said:

I may try this again at some point.  Any further impressions in Progression and character builds?. Does that get a lot deeper?

 

Depends on what you mean by "build"

 

You choose a class

choose a sub class

 

level up the skill tree (which isn't too robust)

 

I think the game gets deeper when it comes to weapons.

You can have a normal weapon, or you can have a "multi-weapon" which can use skills of another class (ideally your sub class)

You level up weapons, you can put augments on weapons and then you "unlock potential" on weapons.

 

Basically as you progress through the story and your power level goes up more of these features are unlocked for you. You'll really want to get that power level up because the urgent missions are pretty cool and give good loot. I'm level 19, almost 20 right now.

 

Someone needs to party up with me so I can get the "use group chat" quest out of the way.

 

The 9th anniversary event going on is a good time but I think you need to make some progress with your character to partake.

 

Here's a video about multi-weapons that kind of explains it better than me.