automation rivalry
Posted:
Sat Jul 31, 2010 7:18 amby fordford
hi guys
first of all ive been looking at all the new pics and stuff and i must say your doing a fantastic job.
when the game gets released who will i actually be playing against? will you be able to play against the computer?
thanks again
chris
Re: automation rivalry
Posted:
Sat Jul 31, 2010 2:16 pmby zeussy
There will eventually be 3 modes of play, 2 will be available for launch.
1) There will be singleplayer with AI.
2) There will be multiplayer (with AI if wished) in a standard lobby system. People can make games, with specific names, password if wanted. You can either play with randoms, or organise with friends to play. Save games will be supported.
3) Not for launch, but there are plans for an MMO style extended game system. Where one game would last about 6-9 months. The game is persistent, with about a quarter of a game year passing every real day. You can login and logout of the game at will to manage your company like a real CEO. We have also toyed with the idea of cash prizes at end of every round for various categories (e.g. biggest company, most profitable company, has most tech etc). This mode of play will be subscription based and entirely optional.