New Medieval Fantasy Sandbox MMO under development

[Flintwick]

So, there isn't much information out yet, but its rare you get a chance to follow a game from so early in its development lifecycle. It's a new indy development by a group called Forsaken Studios, and looks to be a Low-Fantasy Sandbox MMORPG with some very interesting new ideas.

They have a community forum set up here: Forsaken Studios • Index page

Also, there is a very high level blurb about the game on their Facebook page, which reads as follows:

Genre: Medieval Fantasy MMO
Style: Sandbox
PvP: Open w/Full-loot
Camera Perspective: First Person
Game Description:

Become part of the main storyline that spans more than a thousand years, and change the course of
the brutally dynamic world where players create everything from weapons, armor, ships, shops, and homes, to entire cities, and nations. Control everything from local and national laws, taxes, markets, territories and political landscapes and even the unfolding of story lines as you advance your character in a unique, rich, classless, and level-less skill based system as you see fit.
Struggle to survive in a harsh and violent world recently torn asunder by a magical apocalypse that brings new meaning to player versus environment. Players will find themselves pitted against natural, magical, and demonic creatures, forces of nature and gods, and other players seeking to advance their own agendas or simply end yours.
Discover and unlock mysteries of the ancient world that can lead to anything from new skills, magical spells, resources and valuable items to a haunted ruins, ancient creatures, and deadly traps that can leave you questioning your sanity and your friends loyalty.
Help restore the temples of the old worlds gods, or create your own religion and will a new deity into existence. Spread your patron gods good nature across the world drawing in support from others, or unleash their hellish powers in their name and make others cower before your gods might and reap the rewards for your service.

The choices are yours.

I can't wait for more information to be released on this one, exciting times!

Flint

[Flintwick]

And a first bit of concept art has been released. Looks awesome

Forsaken Studios • View topic - The Hunted

[Xanfalcon]

Looks pretty interesting. I think we will be seeing more companies going the sandbox route and I really think it the way to go. Will be keeping my eye on this. Another one I'm looking forward to is ArcheAge, which I'm surprised nobody here is talking about it yet. Maybe there is a thread but I don't see it.

[Flintwick]

Looks like they have just released an early preview of some of the in-game art assets for their northern continent, Aaldnarech. They look good! A bit of a norse theme I think.

Forsaken Studios • View topic - Early look at some assets

Flint

[Ariya]

I like the idea of a Norse theme and the houses shown in the art concept are just the thing for it.

What I find appealing in the info is that one will be able to discover and unlock all sorts of new and surprising things while roaming around. That could enhance the feeling of getting totally immersed in the game.

[Flintwick]

I dont believe it is all norse themed Each continent apparently has its own theme/setting leading to lots of diversity. The northern (ice/snow) has strong norse influences.

[Kess]

Looks very interesting...

Def gonna keep this on my 'keep an eye out for' list

[solarbear88]

I am not sure fantasy sandbox can work. Not without totally going outside the box.

[Flintwick]

Originally Posted by solarbear88

I am not sure fantasy sandbox can work. Not without totally going outside the box.

How so? And how do you mean outside the box?

UO did ok, and MO is arguably doing ok too. What do you see as the major limiting factors of a fantasy sandbox?

[Adina]

Was just telling my partner I wanted a no to low fantasy medieval mmo...I like the setting. Then he told me about this thread. Here's hoping for the best in a few years or so!