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The International release of ''War Rock'' was not a huge success, scoring average ratings. [[IGN]] gave ''War Rock'' a 5.9 out of 10 rating, stating that it was "an ugly game" that suffered from graphical flaws and lag issues that ruined the enjoyment of the game<ref name="ign">{{cite web| last= Onyett| first= Charles|title= IGN: War Rock Review - High connection speeds beware| publisher= [[IGN]]| date= 2007-02-21| url= http://au.pc.ign.com/articles/766/766610p1.html| accessdate= 2007-05-22}}</ref>, though some patches have solved some major issues, the game remains relatively bugged and laggy{{Fact|date=August 2007}}. [[GameSpot]] gave the game a 5.5, criticising the poor production value and claiming that the use of real-world money to obtain access to superior equipment was unfair, even comparing it to a [[pyramid scheme]].<ref name="gamespot">{{cite web| last= VanOrd| first= Kevin| title= PC War Rock Review| publisher= [[GameSpot]]| date= 2007-02-28| url= http://au.gamespot.com/pc/action/warrock/review.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=gssummary&tag=summary;review| accessdate= 2007-05-22}}</ref> |
The International release of ''War Rock'' was not a huge success, scoring average ratings. [[IGN]] gave ''War Rock'' a 5.9 out of 10 rating, stating that it was "an ugly game" that suffered from graphical flaws and lag issues that ruined the enjoyment of the game<ref name="ign">{{cite web| last= Onyett| first= Charles|title= IGN: War Rock Review - High connection speeds beware| publisher= [[IGN]]| date= 2007-02-21| url= http://au.pc.ign.com/articles/766/766610p1.html| accessdate= 2007-05-22}}</ref>, though some patches have solved some major issues, the game remains relatively bugged and laggy{{Fact|date=August 2007}}. [[GameSpot]] gave the game a 5.5, criticising the poor production value and claiming that the use of real-world money to obtain access to superior equipment was unfair, even comparing it to a [[pyramid scheme]].<ref name="gamespot">{{cite web| last= VanOrd| first= Kevin| title= PC War Rock Review| publisher= [[GameSpot]]| date= 2007-02-28| url= http://au.gamespot.com/pc/action/warrock/review.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=gssummary&tag=summary;review| accessdate= 2007-05-22}}</ref> |
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== Cheating == |
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Like any other [[FPS]] (First Person Shooter) game, War Rock was an oasis in it's infancy from gamers looking for a game with a cheat free environment; however cheating is relatively common in the game. A wide variety of cheats are available for the game as downloads as well as "magazine style" cheat codes you can enter into the console to have the game perform different special functions and give the player additional (and sometimes extremely powerful) attributes. |
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Relying on the [[Punkbuster]] anti-cheat system, and client side variable storing, the game is especially prone to cheats today (2007). Many of the same cheats used in other Punkbuster protected games have been modified to work with War Rock. |
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==References== |
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Revision as of 04:50, 4 September 2007
| War Rock | |
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| Developer(s) | Dream Execution |
| Publisher(s) | Nexon( )K2 Network(  )Tecmo (  ) ABS-CBN (  ) |
| Engine | Jindo 3D |
| Platform(s) | Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP |
| Release | 2004 () February 2007 ( ) March 2007 ( ) May 2007 (Open-Beta) ( ) |
| Genre(s) | First-person shooter |
| Mode(s) | Online game, Single player practice |
War Rock (Korean: 워록) is a multiplayer online first-person shooter available free for download, as well as a commercially-sold retail package. The retail version comes with added features in comparison to the free version. War Rock has low system requirements compared to other games of the same genre.
The International version, in contrast to the Korean version, has no blood. K2 Network decided to do this so that the ESRB rating system would mark it as a T for Teen.[1]
K2 ended its beta-testing on January 31, 2007 in preparation for the February 7, 2007 commercial release.[2]
Gameplay
The game is set in the midst of a civil war between the government of Derbaran and the rebel organization National Independence Union (NIU).[3] Players select between the two teams and engage in battles using 20th and 21st century military equipment, including a large assortment of infantry weapons and vehicles.[4][5]
Upon entering a game, players choose from five character classes, consisting of heavy trooper, assault, medic, engineer and sniper,[6] although they can switch classes at any point in the game. Players can also lease weapons from the armory using in-game currency.
War Rock games are divided into three modes of play: Close Quarters Combat, Urban Ops and Battle Group.[7] These differ in the size of the map, the number of respawns permitted and the availability of vehicles, with CQC being focused on small-scale infantry missions and BG involving huge battlefields with large numbers of tanks, transports, helicopters and jet aircraft.[7] Objectives in the different game modes include capturing and defending key positions on the map, planting explosives on enemy targets or accumulating point in a deathmatch-style game.
Premium Memberships (International Version)
Though being a Free2Play game, WarRock also offers three different levels of monthly premium membership. Customers who purchase the retail box in stores receive an additional 30-day gold premium membership. Memberships offer a lump sum of in-game money (21,000 for Bronze, 40,500 for Silver, and 55,500 for Gold), a bonus for experience gain (20% for Bronze, 30% for Silver, and 50% for Gold) as well as numerous community benefits, such as the creation of private rooms, access to all maps and the ability to create a clan (team of players that can participate in competitive events).[8] Gameplay-wise, premium accounts have access to an additional two weapon slots which can be used for an extra weapon and access to exclusive equipment.
Clans
Another feature that K2 Network is developing is the use of a clan system. Although many clans meet and do business outside of the game, this new clan system will make it possible for clans to be created, managed, and have meetings within the game. The clan system was scheduled to be launched on July 23rd, which was also the beginning of registration for the Game & Game World Championship.[9] K2 have told players that the clan system would be released in stages, and as of 24th July, the clan system is in it's beta stage. Also, the first clan tournament has been set up and readied for use.
Reception
The International release of War Rock was not a huge success, scoring average ratings. IGN gave War Rock a 5.9 out of 10 rating, stating that it was "an ugly game" that suffered from graphical flaws and lag issues that ruined the enjoyment of the game[10], though some patches have solved some major issues, the game remains relatively bugged and laggy[citation needed]. GameSpot gave the game a 5.5, criticising the poor production value and claiming that the use of real-world money to obtain access to superior equipment was unfair, even comparing it to a pyramid scheme.[11]
Cheating
Like any other FPS (First Person Shooter) game, War Rock was an oasis in it's infancy from gamers looking for a game with a cheat free environment; however cheating is relatively common in the game. A wide variety of cheats are available for the game as downloads as well as "magazine style" cheat codes you can enter into the console to have the game perform different special functions and give the player additional (and sometimes extremely powerful) attributes.
Relying on the Punkbuster anti-cheat system, and client side variable storing, the game is especially prone to cheats today (2007). Many of the same cheats used in other Punkbuster protected games have been modified to work with War Rock.
References
- ^ "Post by a K2 Employee (K2Korgoth) About the Lack of Blood". K2 Network.
- ^ "End of Beta Announcements". K2 Network.
- ^ "War Rock Episode I". K2 Network. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ "Official War Rock Website - Armory". K2 Network. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ "Official War Rock Website - Vehicles". K2 Network. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ "Official War Rock Website - Branches of Service". K2 Network. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ a b "Official War Rock Website - Gameplay". K2 Network. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ http://warrock.net/gngwc_schedule.php
- ^ Onyett, Charles (2007-02-21). "IGN: War Rock Review - High connection speeds beware". IGN. Retrieved 2007-05-22.
- ^ VanOrd, Kevin (2007-02-28). "PC War Rock Review". GameSpot. Retrieved 2007-05-22.