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Siecje: So does that mean people on Steam Works can't play with Runic Account players?
From what I understand, it means steam players are required to login with a runic account.
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zavlin: Im more confused now. Is this runic thing a closed server? Or just a way of verifying sold copies?
Runic Account for MP will work similar to Diablo 2 Battle.net, I understand there's no open server but there is LAN mode.
Post edited April 30, 2012 by NightK
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NightK: Runic Account for MP will work similar to Diablo 2 Battle.net, I understand there's no open server but there is LAN mode.
WHaaaaat, if true that is FANTASTIC news. I had heard there wasnt going to be a closed server.... if they store your save files on their server.... thats great!!!!!!
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NightK: Runic Account for MP will work similar to Diablo 2 Battle.net, I understand there's no open server but there is LAN mode.
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zavlin: WHaaaaat, if true that is FANTASTIC news. I had heard there wasnt going to be a closed server.... if they store your save files on their server.... thats great!!!!!!
From their FAQ there is no difference between multi player and single player toons, it'll work like Titan Quest, characters are saved locally, there may be some anti-cheat built into the Runic servers but it sounds like you'll need to trust those you play with.
"Runic and Perfect World keys are used to activate your game installation"

Wonder what type of activation they will be using (internet or not, and limited or unlimited). Other than that sounds awesome.

Edit: Apparently there was a page 2.
"Entering your key will do a ONE TIME ONLINE ACTIVATION for your installation."
Post edited April 30, 2012 by Immoli
And more news: http://penny-arcade.com/report/editorial-article/runic-games-ceo-wants-you-to-fight-torchlight-2s-monsters-not-its-menus

Yes, they're actually going through all the Acts and applying polish, what game would that have helped with... *cough*D2 Act 1 is ugly as shit*cough*

Sorry, had to take a jab there:)

Still, good interview and the work that Runic is pouring into this game is making me extremely happy to be supporting it and soon playing it.
Beta is out, you can sign up here: http://forums.runicgames.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=23537

Also, check out the community contest results for designing in game armor sets (obviously new ones can be modded in, but these winners go into the base game): http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/02/07/armor-set-design-contest-winners/

Complete beta info here: http://www.runicgamesfansite.com/content/1371-torchlight-2-beta-information-index.html
Post edited May 14, 2012 by orcishgamer
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orcishgamer: Beta is out, you can sign up here: http://forums.runicgames.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=23537

Also, check out the community contest results for designing in game armor sets (obviously new ones can be modded in, but these winners go into the base game): http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/02/07/armor-set-design-contest-winners/

Complete beta info here: http://www.runicgamesfansite.com/content/1371-torchlight-2-beta-information-index.html
AFAICT that's not really a sign up page, the keys are going out randomly to people. Or at least that's what the first post seems to indicate.
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orcishgamer: Beta is out, you can sign up here: http://forums.runicgames.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=23537

Also, check out the community contest results for designing in game armor sets (obviously new ones can be modded in, but these winners go into the base game): http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/02/07/armor-set-design-contest-winners/

Complete beta info here: http://www.runicgamesfansite.com/content/1371-torchlight-2-beta-information-index.html
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hedwards: AFAICT that's not really a sign up page, the keys are going out randomly to people. Or at least that's what the first post seems to indicate.
Right, it explains that sign up is basically registering on the forums. Sorry, I should have clarified.
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orcishgamer: Right, it explains that sign up is basically registering on the forums. Sorry, I should have clarified.
The URL for that was rather unfortunate, you need to be signed up for the newsletter. Tons of people seem to think that begzoring for keys in that thread will get you a key.

I think the best chance for most people is to win a key from a contest. That is if you don't already get one in the mail.
Stress test beta this weekend, open for everyone. So dig in people!

http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/05/17/beta-update-upcoming-weekend-stress-test/
Post edited May 18, 2012 by DodoGeo
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DodoGeo: Stress test beta this weekend, open for everyone. So dig in people!

http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/05/17/beta-update-upcoming-weekend-stress-test/
Unfortunately, no. It appears you have to be invited and there are a limited number of invites that are going to be sent out. AFAICT if you haven't already been invited at this point you're not going to be invited.

Which sucks and I really hope I'm wrong about it, but that's what it looks like from the post.

EDIT: I take that back slightly, it appears that it's essentially tomorrow that they go out.
Post edited May 18, 2012 by hedwards
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DodoGeo: Stress test beta this weekend, open for everyone. So dig in people!

http://www.torchlight2game.com/news/2012/05/17/beta-update-upcoming-weekend-stress-test/
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hedwards: Unfortunately, no. It appears you have to be invited and there are a limited number of invites that are going to be sent out. AFAICT if you haven't already been invited at this point you're not going to be invited.

Which sucks and I really hope I'm wrong about it, but that's what it looks like from the post.
Nothing wrong with sighing up for it and being a stress test I guess most people will get it.
Mine arrived an hour ago.
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DodoGeo: Nothing wrong with sighing up for it and being a stress test I guess most people will get it.
Mine arrived an hour ago.
Of course not, I hope anybody who wants one gets one.
Is anyone getting T2 on Steam? I'm looking for someone to participate in buying 4-pack. It works out $15 copy.
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nagytow: Is anyone getting T2 on Steam? I'm looking for someone to participate in buying 4-pack. It works out $15 copy.
I am gonna get it on steam, but am going to wait until the Summer Sale.