Pantheon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pantheon across the outlets.- Delaying a planned wipe, Pantheon explains its new combat and progression update rollout paceVisionary Realms CEO Chris Rowan announced that Pantheon's spring combat and progression update will be delayed, with the wipe also postponed. The update is now targeting a July 17th release on the Public Test Realm for most classes, with full production release and wipe to follow after extensive testing and tuning.
- Pantheon’s test realm bumps the level cap to 20 with new abilities and areas to testPantheon's test realm has been updated, raising the level cap to 20 and introducing 10 new abilities for every class. Players can now explore new areas and test these abilities, with Rogues and Enchanters being particularly highlighted for feedback, though some abilities like Charm are still in development.
- Pantheon is resetting PTR characters today as it begins testing its latest progression revampVisionary Realms is releasing the fourth Public Test Realm (PTR) update for the MMORPG Pantheon, focusing on a revamp of the game's progression system. This update introduces changes to how experience is awarded, encouraging players to take on tougher NPCs for better gains, and includes a character reset for testers. The changes aim to simplify progression tuning and accommodate a wider variety of playstyles.
- Kickstarted throwback MMORPG Pantheon showcases its upcoming mail systemVisionary Realms has showcased the upcoming mail system for their kickstarted MMORPG, Pantheon. The system allows players to send and receive text messages through the game's menu, while attached items and coin require interaction with Mail Courier NPCs or kiosks. The developers also noted ongoing work on combat mechanics and class revamps.
- Betawatch: Shadowstone kicks off playtesting, EVE Frontier plods onwardThis week's Betawatch covers numerous games entering playtesting phases, including Secret Door's Shadowstone and Dreamhaven's Sunderfolk. EVE Frontier continues development with new features, while Swordeye, Scars of Honor, and MapleStory Classic World are also highlighted for upcoming tests. The article also provides a comprehensive list of games currently in open or closed testing, differentiating between the two and noting those that appear to be malingering.
- Here’s how Pantheon is overhauling its attribute system this springVisionary Realms is overhauling Pantheon's attribute system this spring, aiming to make stats like strength, dexterity, and intellect more intuitive and relevant. The changes include replacing Constitution with Concentration and Charisma with Presence, reworking base effects, and redesigning attributes for class abilities to improve synergy and reduce player confusion.
- Betawatch: Marathon and Equinox Homecoming both enter launch watersBungie's new game Marathon and Equinox Homecoming have launched this week, alongside other gaming news including AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity reaching a crowdfunding milestone. The article also provides updates on various games in beta testing and development, detailing their current status and upcoming plans.
- Pantheon’s ability loadouts, coming in this week’s update, are meant to be ‘free-form and intuitive’Visionary Realms is releasing an ability loadout system for Pantheon this week, allowing players to swap between four pre-set configurations outside of combat. This feature aims to provide a more intuitive and free-form approach to managing abilities, complementing the upcoming Combat and Progression Update. The patch was delayed from last week due to a critical bug.