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• Patch Notes·12 Jun 2024Official

  From Chaos: Massive Update Coming + AMA

  Greetings Aeterneans! We will be holding an AMA at 2 PM EST on June 22, 2024 in our Discord to go over some exciting updates on the progress of Abyss Online and gather community feedback for our roadmap! Over the last three weeks, our team has made significant strides in several key areas: Character and World Saving Systems: We are refining our character and world save system. Server Infrastructure: We now have a sharding system, all servers will be combined into one world. User Interface: Entire UI has been completely revamped, windows can now be opened individually and moved. There is now a fully functioning settings menu and hotkey reassignment. Animation Systems: Rebuilt from the ground up for multiplayer optimization. Auto Attacks: Ranged weapons, magic weapons, and melee weapons now have a more modern attack system for stamina based attcks. Character Creator: Weapons and Armor Systems: Undergoing a complete rework. Skills and Particle Effects: Major overhaul in progress, we have completely revamped the skill system to feel more “snappy” and we have heavily optimized every skill. Undergoing a complete rework, World Map: Points of interest are being added in the beginner zone. We’re also working on a proper starter quest for this area. Mobs: Mobs will properly attack and cast spells as intended. Resources: Resources have been completely overhauled to optimize the game world. Progression Systems: We are revisiting our progression system based on player feedback. We require more community input on progression. Points of Interest being populated include: - Small Starter City - PvP Arena - Gryphon's Nest - Troll Cave - Improved Orc Pit - Improved Dragon's Roost - Bandit's Lair - Graveyard - At least two secret locations The above is an extensive amount of work, we are converting the majority of our Unreal Engine code from blueprints into C++ to optimize the game. This will be available to players later this year. Thank you all for your unwavering support on this jou...
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• Announcements·23 May 2024Official

  We're Hiring! Join the Abyss Online Development Team

  Old World Labs is excited to announce an expansion of the development team for 'Abyss Online,' our groundbreaking MMORPG built using Unreal Engine 5 and advanced AI technologies. As we dive deeper into the immersive world of Aeternea, we are looking for passionate and skilled developers to join us on this epic adventure and help refine our Early Access game. About Abyss Online: 'Abyss Online' is an ambitious MMORPG set in the mystical realm of Aeternea, where players can explore diverse biomes, uncover ancient mysteries, and engage in dynamic, classless combat. The game offers rich lore, immersive multiplayer experiences, and a thriving sandbox environment. As we progress through Early Access, our commitment to community feedback drives us to enhance the game and ensure a stable, enjoyable experience for all adventurers. Current Job Openings: Networked Gameplay Programmers - Full Time Role: Develop and refine gameplay mechanics, ensure smooth combat interactions, and fix bugs. Skills: - Strong proficiency in C++ and Blueprints - Deep understanding of networking optimization and replication - Experience with Unreal Engine 5.4 - Familiarity with classless combat systems and dynamic gameplay - Ability to implement and iterate on gameplay features based on player feedback Technical Artists - Full Time Role: Enhance visual fidelity, optimize performance, and ensure smooth integration of assets. Skills: - Experience with Unreal Engine 5.4's rendering capabilities, including Lumen and Nanite - Proficiency in creating and optimizing shaders - Understanding of performance optimization techniques - Ability to work closely with 3D artists and programmers AI Programmers - Part Time Role: Implement AI behaviors for NPCs, mobs, and other interactive elements. Skills: - Experience with Unreal Engine's AI framework - Proficiency in behavior trees, state machines, and pathfinding algorithms - Strong understanding of AI design principles and optimization UI/UX Designers - Part Time R...
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• Announcements·20 May 2024Official

  From Chaos: Overcoming Bugs and Building a Better Game

  Greetings Adventurers! As many of you know, our journey into Early Access with Abyss Online has encountered absolute chaos. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Our team is working tirelessly to address the issues and improve your experience. We encourage anyone who wished to purchase Abyss to wait at least a few weeks until we sort out the game-breaking bugs that plague our Early Access launch. Currently we turned our free playtest off so that we can focus on getting game breaking bugs are fixed. Our free playtest will be opened up again in a few weeks. Acknowledging the Issues We have heard your concerns and acknowledge the bugs and issues many of you have experienced. We apologize for any frustration caused and are taking immediate steps to address these problems. We are firmly committed to building back stronger and reestablishing trust with our community. 🛠️ Bug List & Fixes in Progress 🛠️ Game Breaking Bugs: Single Sign-On System: Mostly fixed. Please report any issues! Invisible Armor/Weapon: Fix in progress, ETA early next week. HP/Mana Bug: Fix identified, ETA early next week. Desync: Solution in progress, ETA early next week. Game Crash on Login: Immediate fix planned, ETA this weekend. World and Character Saves: Fix coming next week; in the meantime, you will start with resources/equipment to test different systems like building, crafting, and combat in the game. Heavy focus on optimization: We are improving the way landscapes are rendered, making the game available on more machines. UI and hotkey rework: We will begin reworking our entire UI and hotkey system. ETA late next week. Our Plan Moving Forward Frequent and Transparent Communication: We will provide regular updates on our progress, addressing both the fixes being made and the new content being developed. Transparency is key to rebuilding trust. Frequent Updates and Patches: Expect frequent updates to address bugs and enhance gameplay. These will be rolled out...
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• Announcements·6 May 2024Official

  Abyss Chapter 1: "Chaos"

  UPDATE: Chaos postponed until May 16th, playtest server will remain online for bug fixes Beneath the black void of a moonless night, the first Voidgate tore open the fabric of reality deep in the Old World—a vast wilderness rich in ancient ruins and lore. This mysterious realm, where the barriers between worlds were fragile, became the first battleground in a war prophesied by ancient texts. As the Voidgate pulsated with ominous energy, Elara, a ranger dedicated to these ancient lands, watched as monstrous beings emerged. Orcs, trolls, and goblins spilled into the Old World, each group unleashing havoc in their unique way. The world's alarms sounded, calling its people to arms. But as Elara surveyed the chaos, a deeper understanding dawned on her. This was not just a war of defense but a fundamental struggle to restore and remember the old ways essential for survival. With civilization thrust back to its roots by the presence of these invaders, humanity needed to relearn forgotten skills crucial for reshaping life amidst destruction. Elara envisioned a quest not only for survival but for rebirth. She saw the necessity of rekindling ancient knowledge of foraging, crafting, gathering, farming, and building—skills that had sustained her ancestors in these very woods. As she prepared to venture forth, Elara became a beacon for others. She gathered around her a diverse group of survivors—engineers who remembered the old blueprints; farmers who knew the seeds that would thrive untended; craftsmen with hands skilled in shaping wood and stone without modern tools. Together, they aimed to reclaim control from the chaos unleashed by the Voidgate. Their mission became a vital one: to rebuild a society that respected the delicate balance between human needs and the natural world. Each day brought new challenges—raids from goblins seeking their hoarded resources, or the looming threat of trolls tearing through their freshly cultivated fields. Yet, each obstacle also brought the ...
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• Announcements·6 Apr 2024Official

  Abyss Open Playtest Signups

  Patch Notes 🔥 The realm of Abyss beckons once more! As we draw the curtains on our final private client phase, we're thrilled that we are moving into Steam playtesting! Your valor and prowess have not gone unnoticed, and now, it's time to sharpen your blades and ready your spells for the ultimate showdown in Abyss. 🛠 Servers Downtime: In preparation for this monumental phase, our servers will temporarily descend into the void. Fear not, for this is but a prelude to the grandeur that awaits. 🎮 Join the Vanguard on Steam: March forth to our Steam page and enlist for our forthcoming playtests. Your courage and feedback are pivotal as we forge the destiny of Abyss together. Sign up here to secure your place among the legends. 🗓 PvP Tournament & Playtest Scheduling: The arena is set for a PvP tournament like no other, scheduled for next week. Lend us your voice and help decide the fate of the battlefield. Swing by the general chat and cast your vote for the next playtest schedule - be it weekday or weekend, your preference matters. 🎁 Exclusive Rewards: Stand tall and compete in our weekly events to earn unparalleled cosmetic rewards, a testament to your glory and valor within the abyssal depths. 🛡 Your Legacy Awaits: This is more than a call to arms; it's an invitation to etch your name in the annals of Abyss. Join us, brave soul, and let us venture into the unknown, together. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44547065/d3a1a85cb22ce8a2b4c532f556a82bc86a309424.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44547065/90ea07b5859046891eafcebb3c19d9c9d3427ffc.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44547065/97c7763cd22eea47f36d1ac99ab99f04197ddda1.png
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