Lockdown Dev. Chat Summary

<AGR> Will there be a SP or MP demo before retail release? If so, when?

RSE-Devs ] The current plan is for a multiplayer demo before release
BTW, we don't have a date on the demo


<AGR> What are maximum players online for TDM & Co-op?

RSE-Devs ] we support 16 players in all team vs team modes and 4 max in Co-Op


<AGR> What are your comments on the negative feedback of P.E.C?

RSE-Devs ] RSE did not create the Xbox version of Lockdown so we are not in a position to comment on this
PEC in a persistant state will not be available in the PC version

<m00se> Will PB be integrated from the start?

Geiger ] Yes

<AGR> Who is the best in Red storm when it comes to Lockdown: Engineers or artists?

RSE-Devs ] Design is actually the best when it comes to playing Lockdown


<AGR> Can you toggle the First Person Weapon model on and off via options?

RSE-Devs ] yes


<mYm> Will you be able to save replays from your multiplayer games, which can be watched by yourself or others afterwards?

Geiger ] No


<GunMan12> Did the voice recognision implemented? What kind of commands can you give in the field (fact that replaced calssic pre planninging)?


RSE-Devs ] yes. Voice recognition is implemented but the actual commands are too numerous to list out here


<fu> Is it true about the hammer? can we use it on each other?


RSE-Devs ] Unfortunately No...the hammer can not be used on other players


<elementtt> the rets, will they open completely like in ravenshield or just open a little like in css ?will it have the same recoil as in rvs ? or more / less


RSE-Devs ] we are using our own combat model, recoil affects accuracy but we've put our own touch to how the weapons handle.


Geiger ] <StAtiC> How does the medic system work?

Geiger ] PEC Is not in the PC version


<SODsniper> I would like to know something about what Map Making capbilities will be available.What can be said about a Map Editor?

Geiger ] Not at release. We would like to, but have no details at this time if and when it will be available


<SMS> Since PEC is not in the PC version, will the be ANY player customization? Arm Patch? Uniform? Armor?

RSE-Devs ] theres quite a bit of character appearance customization, including multiple versions of uniforms (Black ops, desert, etc)


<oNe> Hello, Is it going to be Linux server support included?


Geiger ] Not on release


<OnWeed> Will be respawns?if so, the number and the time between respawns will be defined by servers admins?


RSE-Devs ] depending on the game mode- ctf and rivalry have respawns on, team deathmatch can be played with them on or off. Coop games can also be played with or without respawns allowed. theres a force timer that defaults to 30 seconds.


<oNe> Can you explain the 3 health bars that appear on SShots ?

RSE-Devs ] it's a gauge of the player's wounded state. One shot kills are possible at any time, but if the character has taken grazing shots, these bars represent how beat up the player or character is.


<Proddan> Helmets are they in the game?

RSE-Devs ] The screenshots have not had helments because they were not yet implemented. They were always planned, but we wanted to give our fans a look at the game even before they are ready. So, yes there are helments in the game and our screenshots from now on will have helments!


<NaRc_Vexed> What does the bar mean next to the three digit numbers which I assume are the bullets numbers?

RSE-Devs ] It is the amount of ammo left in the current magazine


<Sixth> is the reticule in the SS's acctually the reticule that will be used in game? and/ will there be different variations?

RSE-Devs ] the functionality is the same, but you can modify the color to what ever you want. It is going to be red by default. This will appear in future screens


<zarz0rz> What MP maps from RavenShield can we expect to see on LockDown?

RSE-Devs ] all of the single player maps will be available as coop types (16 total). We are doing 3 "classic" Rainbow maps and 6 maps from The Lockdown Ps2 game. These 6 maps have all been modified for the PC version.


<SMS> Can players climb or jump

RSE-Devs ] players can climb ladders, including a fireman slide.... we've never jumped in an r6 title yet and don't plan to start it any time soon


<fu> is the weapon ; g36k also gonna be in lockdown ?

RSE-Devs ] yes

<StAtiC> What will the player speed be like? Does fast movement have a serious impact on accuracy?

RSE-Devs ] running causes decreased accuracy compared to walking. Standing still gives the highest accuracy. Zooming in on a target with a scope or sights also increases accuracy, but prevents running unless the player uses a pistol.

<SODsniper> Are we still on Track for a Feb 2006 Release??

Geiger ] Yes

<zarz0rz> Will there be a HBS like in Ravenshield?

RSE-Devs ] Not a heartbeat sensor, but we do offer other detection modes (a motion tracker, night vision, and a pda camera system allowing mercenary players to view through placed cameras.

<GunMan12> Could you zoom in with your pistol like in Raven Shield?

RSE-Devs ] You can zoom in with any weapon in lockdown. You can also modify several weapons, such as adding a scope rather than using the traditional sights of the weapon.


<oNe> Is it going to be available "running while scoped" and shooting just like in Raven Shield? And if yes, will it be similar to RvS, or will it work in different way?

RSE-Devs ] you can put a scope on a number of rifles. While zoomed in with these, players can walk or lean, but not run. Using the sniper rifle (wa-2000 with digital scope) the player cannot walk or run, but can crouch or lean left and right while zoomed.


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