The real problem is the time and possibly money spent by pc players for those ships. Inventory upgrades and such aren’t really a big deal since you’d be starting over with gear.
PVP is broken so that really doesn’t matter. In reality the only thing a transfer like that would do is give you one ship up on the other players. Since different ship builds require different setups and you still have to pay for respecs having 10 bought ships doesn’t really give you an advantage. Transferring the real money ship unlocks won’t create a huge gap. These don’t really give a huge advantage as no matter what ship you have you still have to grind out the build for it. The problem with no transfer is more about the money and or grind time on buyable ships. I like the game and it needs new life since the pc version has become stagnant. However even with the bugs the game itself can be a lot of fun and if it’s your first grind it’s no worse than any other mmo.
I have put cash into the pc version which makes the idea even worse for me to do it a second time on ps4 (I have a heavy work schedule and sometimes buying the item is my only real option). I don’t have the time to invest into the same game twice, nor do I wish to spend real cash. I personally won’t be playing the ps4 version. I am a bit worried about how it will actually run though since STO has issues on pc. However if you like the grind or your starting fresh then the system is fine. If your a long term pc player the propsect of such heavy grind for buyable items after having already done it isn’t a fun idea at all. My only concern is the level of grind and coming over from pc. There is nothing unobtainable without cash. However everything is able to be ground out in game if you put the time into it. Ships and other things like upgraded inventory can all be bought with real money.
The STO free to play model is actually pretty good. We’re really proud of how this looks and how well it performs, and I’m excited for everyone to see it in action. The goal here was to create a UI that was incredibly streamlined on the backend to ensure the best game performance possible, while also creating a brand new experience built for DualShock 4. Deferred lighting, light probes, and improvements to our High Dynamic Range lighting system combine to provide more realistic lighting that feels like a true refresh to the game.Īlongside the lighting system, we decided the entire UI needed not only a complete graphical overhaul but to have its entire backend rewritten.
Next up, we invested heavily in our engine and added several modern lighting technologies that significantly improved the visual quality of the game. A combination of radial menus and streamlining HUD elements created a game that is easily understood, instantly accessible, and incredibly fun to play. We focused on getting the controls right before we began work in earnest on this project, because we knew the game had to be as tactical, fun, and accessible as the PC game that preceded it. Our first major task was to convert a PC game that takes nearly an entire keyboard to play into a game that plays well with a DualShock 4. We’re also bringing several enhancements to the PS4 version. From cruisers and escorts to science vessels and dreadnoughts, you’ll be able to experience the final frontier on your own terms. Your captain and crew can pilot everything from the classic Enterprise to a Klingon Bird-of-Prey or Romulan Warbird. Star Trek Online will also be one of the first free-to-play MMORPGs to offer both space and ground combat as you fly through the galaxy in hundreds of iconic ships.
Over the past six years of development we have created more than 130 featured episodes (similar to the TV series episodes) that star some of the cast members of the Star Trek series including Michael Dorn, Jeri Ryan, Tim Russ, and more. Our goal is to deliver the same high quality Star Trek experience to players on PlayStation, with some additional upgrades to make the transition a smooth and natural experience.įor those unfamiliar with Star Trek Online, we are a free-to-play MMORPG based on the Star Trek franchise offering players the opportunity to create their own captain and explore the galaxy as they play through countless hours of content. We are happy to announce that this fall, Star Trek Online will be launching on PS4. Our game, Star Trek Online, has grown on PC over the past six years, but it’s time for us to explore another frontier: PS4. Star Trek has a long history of exploring strange new worlds, seeking out new life and new civilizations, and boldly going where no man has gone before.