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GamesRouter
Q) Will we be able to experience Rose Online to the full before the game goes pay 2 play, or will there be any limited features which we will have to wait to see introduced after the beta period?
A) It should be almost identical to the current IRose when the server enters beta, and there should be no limited features.
Q) Will ERose be like JRose, forbidding IP’s from outside Europe or can anyone access it?
A) Some Ip’s may be restricted. However as a rule of thumb, if there is not currently a server for your region, you can probably access ERose
Q) As a means of introduction could you tell us a little about GamesRouter and your role withing it?
A) GamesRouter is an online gaming hub for access to GamesRouter promoted games and services.
Q) What is your current estimated schedule for beta testing start and p2p release?
A) We expect to have a service up and running during August.
Q) What form will the beta take, e.g will there be multiple stages including closed and open beta and what are their estimated time scales?
A) Due to the extensive testing already conducted on the IRose servers, we need only test our servers for stability and compatibility with N-Protect. As a result we predict a short period of testing, predominantly to monitor server loads, before commencement of pay to play.
Q) Will beta be accessible to all players or selected groups?
A) Initially there will be limited access to the servers issued to players on a first come first served basis. Once the bulk of the server tests are complete the servers will be fully opened to all players for a few days before p2p commences.
Q) Will Player accounts be wiped at any stage during beta, or during the move from beta to pay to play?
A) Unless a major problem develops which requires us to do so, we will not be wiping player accounts.
Q) Will there be any possibility of character/account transfers from IRose to ERose?
A) No, due to the terms of the Data Protection Act both here and in Korea, we cannot transfer player account information between companies in this way.
Q) What forms of payment will be used?
A) We will be initially accepting the following forms of payment:
Credit Card
1 Month Subscription 7.99 (GBP)
3 Months Subscription 22.49 (GBP)
6 Months Subscription 41.99 (GBP)
12 Months Subscription 79.99 (GBP)
Splash Plastic
1 Month Subscription 8.5 (GBP)
3 Months Subscription 25 (GBP)
6 Months Subscription 48 (GBP)
12 Months Subscription 90 (GBP))
SurfPin phone top ups
10 Days Subscription 5 (GBP)
All fee’s shown are after costs of purchasing a box set or license for the game.
Q) Will there be any plans to implement an item shop similar to the one on Korean Rose?
A) This has yet to be determined, as we are still discussing this one with Gravity. We do not wish to implement a system whereby a player can buy items which will grant them any unusual powers or abilities. However if the items are purely for cosmetic appeal we will probably implement the feature.
Q) Will the client be available as a free download?
A) Yes, it will be available as a free download running along the same lines as Lineage 2, where you download the client and can use it for free for a short period before having to purchase a License Key to continue playing.
Q) Will the client be available in shops or by download only?
A) Both ideally, more info to follow.
Q) Will it be possible for IRose players to modify their own clients to use ERose, or will they need to download a new client?
A) We’re working on putting together a small patch or instructions to help IRose players convert their clients to ERose without the need for a fresh download.
Q) Will European players still be able to connect to IRose when ERose is launched?
A) No, because the international servers will be shutdown shortly before the European servers are launched.
Q) Will there be any age restrictions?
A) We are still awaiting our approval regarding this, however it is likely to be around 11+
Q) Which of the 7 planets will be available?
A) We should start with the first 3 planets.
Q) How often do you expect to be adding new content and is there any schedule for the release of new planets?
A) This is still under discussion with Gravity.
Q) How will ERose’s update schedule compare with other versions, such as Korean Rose?
A) Under the terms of our contract, we should receive updates at the same time as they are release on the korean servers.
Q) Do you plan to run any GM led events and can you give any details?
A) We have no immediate plan to run GM led events, however if you have a suggestion for one, please feel free to email it in.
Q) Will there be any form of “player” GM’s or will all GM’s be strictly GamesRouter staff members?
A) The GM team will be entirely made up of GamesRouter staff, and will also have two of the Korean developers working with us in the GamesRouter offices to help run and maintain the game.
Q) Your average Irose Citizen is not unfamiliar with the term "Server Exceeded" and the frustration brought on by the inability to connect to overcrowded servers. How many servers are you planning to host and will the maximum capacity always stay ahead of the demand?
A) We will attempt to keep up with demand adding new servers as needed, we begin with double the capacity of the international server and will expand that shortly afterwards
Q) Do you plan to use any anti-cheating/hacking mechanisms?
A) Yes, we shall be making use of the N-Protect anti-cheat system with our version of the Rose client to ensure that the European servers are as cheat and hack free as possible.
Q) When will the status of
www.roseeurope.com be upgraded from 'temporary'? When will people be able to register an account on GamesRouter.com?
A) The site and registration systems will be updated and brought online during the early beta stages of deployment.
Q) How many characters per account will allowed?
A) Probably the same as IRose (3 characters)
Q) is there any other information or news that you can give us that may be of interest to the players?
A) Yes, this August we will again be hosting a live event, named Lag-FFS (formerly Mirstock) for all guilds, clans and players of Mmorpg’s in Europe to come and meet us and other gamers. There will be live music, activities, lots of sun and great opportunities to chat with fellow gaming enthusiasts.
Could you just confirm one thing, Irose will close permenantly shortly before the launch of Erose?
A) YES, iRose will terminate its service a few days before we go live.
Also, are you aware of any immentent release of a USA Rose? It may not seem like a relevant question to put to you as the European publisher but the reason I ask is, if Americans put significant time into Erose servers, is there any possibility that they could later be IP blocked from Erose if a USA version is released?
A) This is a bit tricky and we can’t disclose much yet, but we are safe to say our servers will be open to US IPs anyway. American players can safely play on our servers.