Jump to Lightspeed!

[Jordan]

Set in the Star Wars timeframe between Episode IV and Episode V, this first extension to the Star Wars Galaxies opens 10 vast and distinct space sectors, spanning from the Core Worlds to the Outer Rim, for players to explore while engaging their opponents in intense real-time combat or uniting with friends in battle or exploration . Players can embark on more than 100 new missions, venturing through asteroid fields, nebulae and space junkyards while honing skills in four new space-specific professions. The game also features two new and completely customizable species. Starfighters and other starships will be featured in the expansion that can be used for both space exploration and combat, allowing players to join up with allies and fly familiar X-wings and TIE fighters into battle against faction-aligned opponents and AI-controlled ships. Transport ships similar to the well-known Millennium Falcon will also be added into the game, allowing players to venture through space with friends aboard . Two new and completely customizable species Four new space-specific professions Fly X-wings and TIE fighters into battle 10 vast and distinct space sectors Intense real-time combat Embark on more than 100 new missions 1) What is Star Wars Galaxies®: Jump to Lightspeed? Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed is the first major addition to the popular Star Wars Galaxies massively-multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). With the release of Jump to Lightspeed , players will be able to build and own starships, which can be used to travel the galaxy and engage in starfighter combat. 2) Will I need Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided to play Jump to Lightspeed? Yes. 3) What will combat be like in Jump to Lightspeed? In order to capture the frenetic feel of Star Wars® space battles, combat in Jump to Lightspeed is designed to be a fast-paced, real-time experience. Players will utilize "twitch" skills bolstered by special abilities gained through exploring RPG-style skill trees. 4) How does Jump to Lightspeed integrate with Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided? Jump to Lightspeed integrates almost seamlessly with the ground game, An Empire Divided . Your ground character will be able to own a starship and learn new skills. The only significant difference is in the combat gameplay, which will focus much more on player skill ("twitch") than character skill ("RPG"), though a character's skills will still play an important role. Additionally, the content will be much more directed as players undertake more than 100 story-driven quests in order to advance.5) Which starships will be available in Jump to Lightspeed? While we're not ready to release the entire list yet, you can expect to pilot X-wings, Y-wings, TIE fighters, TIE interceptors, and many other recognizable starfighters. We'll also be adding a handful of "mercenary" craft, such as newly-created "Hutt fighters."6) Will I be able to fly the Millennium Falcon? We do plan to have multi-passenger ships in Jump to Lightspeed at launch, including a YT-1300 transport similar to Han Solo's Millennium Falcon .7) Will there be new species added to the game via Jump to Lightspeed? Yes, we will be adding two new playable species (details to come soon). We will also be adding a number of new alien species as NPCs.8) Will there be new areas to explore in Jump to Lightspeed? Yes, Jump to Lightspeed will add ten content-rich space zones for players to explore in their starships.9) Will Jump to Lightspeed introduce new professions? Yes, " Jump to Lightspeed " will introduce four new professions available to those players who purchase the expansion. We'll be releasing more information about these professions in the near future.10) How will Jump to Lightspeed impact the game's current economy? As with all over items in the game, starships will be manufactured by players for sale to other players. Jump to Lightspeed will also introduce several new types of loot, which can be used to repair and enhance starships and fund ground-based ventures. Finally, players will no longer be solely dependent upon the public shuttle system to travel between planets. 11 ) Are there things I can do in-game now to prepare for the release of Jump to Lightspeed? Yes! Some Rebel and Imperial starships will likely be limited to players with specific ranks or a large number of faction points, so you can start earning faction points now. In addition, we're working on a new system that gives special space-specific perks to veteran players; more details about this will be coming soon.12) Will there be a beta for Jump to Lightspeed? Yes, we plan to rigorously test Jump to Lightspeed through both a private and public beta process, although the exact dates for these test periods have not been determined yet.13) How do I get into the Jump to Lightspeed beta? Details will be forthcoming, but preference will be given to players who attend Fan Fest and then to our veteran community (with special preference for those who regularly help us on Test Center ). Eventually we will let more people into the beta, including some people who have never played Star Wars Galaxies , but our first slots will be for our most avid supporters. Beta Testing is not just a reward though; we will be looking for serious-minded testers who can provide constructive feedback.14) When will Jump to Lightspeed release? We're targeting a Fall 2004 launch.15) How much will Jump to Lightspeed cost? We haven't finalized the retail cost of Jump to Lightspeed , but we expect it will be competitive with other expansions. You will not need to pay any additional monthly fees - Jump to Lightspeed enhances your Star Wars Galaxies experience at no extra monthly charge. Well, all I know is I am very excited. Save for the Fall 2004 release. I guess we will see how it all turns out.Oh yeah, let's all do beta!

[Evangelion]

2) Will I need Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided to play Jump to Lightspeed? Yes.Lies.

[Bane]

YES!!!!!111!!!next to pistoleer and tkm... NEW SPACE PROF!im saving up all my cash from now on to get one.

[TacoBell]

So....I get to fly around with Jabba The Hutt and Destroy the Death Star everyday? SWEEEEEET

[Kamm]

No you get to fly around with Mr. Hunklethort and learn your ABC's and spelling techniques.

[kazr]

http://www.fileplanet.com/download.aspx?f=139749Well slap my ass and call me shorty.

[Vauce]

http://www.fileplanet.com/download.aspx?f=139749Well slap my ass and call me shorty.I'll pass, but i'm definately buying this when I get back. I'm probably going to drop pistoleer, master BH, then get a space skill. They will probably allow more skill points, and I can't wait for in-flight bounty chases.

[Bane]

bah, im still going pistoleer. i might take bh when i bore off it. But what do you need to get some space skills?

[yoda-wan]

theres probly gonna be some kind of novice pilot and mabey something like a thing that goes off smuggler.... i dunno

[yoda-wan]

oh yeah... and starship engineer...