There's obviously a lot to be seen in the remaining days up to the official launch. But I've played my fair share of MMOs at launch, and this is the smoothest experience I've ever had. Not only is the rolling early access a great idea because it allows them to adjust to the dynamics of server population. But the starter zones aren't completely mobbed by players, with little hope of getting their quests done in any reasonable amount of time. I've only experienced one glitch, which was falling through the floor in Esseles after using a jump attack. My ping has been solid at 23ms, which I've never seen that in an MMO before. I was in the first group of early morning invites yesterday, if there were problems, I haven't heard anything from the people that I grouped with or in general chat. I'm not saying this to discredit people who have had problems, but I think it's good for people who haven't gotten in yet to get another perspective on things.
I have minor complaints with certain game restrictions and design choices, but nothing that can't be polished later. Overall Bioware has made a good impression entering the MMO market as a first timer.
Good Launch!
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There's obviously a lot to be seen in the remaining days up to the official launch. But I've played my fair share of MMOs at launch, and this is the smoothest experience I've ever had. Not only is the rolling early access a great idea because it allows them to adjust to the dynamics of server population. But the starter zones aren't completely mobbed by players, with little hope of getting their quests done in any reasonable amount of time. I've only experienced one glitch, which was falling through the floor in Esseles after using a jump attack. My ping has been solid at 23ms, which I've never seen that in an MMO before. I was in the first group of early morning invites yesterday, if there were problems, I haven't heard anything from the people that I grouped with or in general chat. I'm not saying this to discredit people who have had problems, but I think it's good for people who haven't gotten in yet to get another perspective on things.
I have minor complaints with certain game restrictions and design choices, but nothing that can't be polished later. Overall Bioware has made a good impression entering the MMO market as a first timer.