Consider Project 2002

[kdko]

Originally Posted by loramin [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

No, it wasn't, or at least not in any way an emulated server can reproduce. On live to box you had to:

• have multiple physical computers
• pay $15 per boxed account
• have an internet connection with enough bandwidth

No one in the classic era ever had even a single free account, let alone 2+, and even if they were willing to pay for extra accounts they couldn't use them from the same computer because the client could only handle one instance (you could run multiple instances by using EQW, but that was a banned 3rd-party program). And even if you did have 2x accounts and 2x computers, you needed a (at the time very pricey) ISDN or DSL line, or you needed multiple phone lines/ISP accounts.

So, paying $30+ a month, having two computers, and paying out the nose for an internet connection that could handle both of them was classic; everything else isn't.

You're obviously misinformed, or never played classic EQ. There were tons of us who borrowed guild accounts to box and power level our own toons, using EQW, which didn't take any bandwidth whatsoever. There was no need to pay for a separate account on your own. Nice try defending your outdated and ignorant logic though. Just say you don't agree with it than make up some bs.

[Greengrocer]

Just wanted to post here and say that I did not consider Project 2002.

[loramin]

Originally Posted by kdko [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Nice try defending your outdated and ignorant logic though. Just say you don't agree with it than make up some bs.

Originally Posted by kdko [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

using EQW

So boxing was totally allowed ... if you used a banned program. Seems like sound logic to me. [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

[BossThunderace]

Originally Posted by kdko [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

There were tons of us who borrowed guild accounts to box and power level our own toons, using EQW, which didn't take any bandwidth whatsoever. There was no need to pay for a separate account on your own.

I'll have to agree with kdko, back in the day.. I used guildies/friends accounts + EQW. Thus creating a bond of pixels that could be broken with account stripping etc, the stuff that assholes still do to this day.

Everyone has their own perception of classic, and that my friends - is classic. [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

[BossThunderace]

Originally Posted by Greengrocer [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Just wanted to post here and say that I did not consider Project 2002.

We appreciate your bump. <3

[BossThunderace]

Bam

Originally Posted by DeathWalking [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

It's pretty great. The client is older so it's actually era appropriate, and the people are exceedingly helpful and friendly. The pop is still kinda low, but it's on the rise.


Now, before you say "wahhh it allows boxing" there are some things you should know. The max number of toons boxed is 3, so theres no full party/raid being controlled by one neckbeard stealing up all the pixels, and automation isnt allowed. Ever seen a small herd of wizards all casting the same spell at the same time? that's automation. 1 key, 1 action, 1 toon. basically youre allowed to use a screen switcher, but nothing more intricate, so players (not software) are playing the other toons. And if you dont want to box, don't box. Only want to dual box? only dual box.


It's super easy to get set up, only took me about 5 minutes to get in-game once i had downloaded the client. no install needed, you just extract the zip to your C drive and run the game.


NOW HERE'S THE REAL GAME CHANGER
No handholding GMs giving out preferential treatment to their real life pals, no welfare pixels, and legit player controlled raiding. The GMs arent going to get involved, and based on the community, that responsibility being given to the players is very well deserved. Everyone I've encountered is mature and respectable, and probably has more going for them in life than VP gear.


Not only that, but you can look forward to actual progression on this server. Right now all the classic content is in-game (plus quests and such that came with luclin and PoP to classic zones/cities). Kunark will be dropping soon, and they actually mean soon. No waiting years after they say it's on the way like some other emu servers. PoK is up and running. Iksar and moon cats are playable and their starting areas are up, so if you want to be a reptile or a furry you can.




If anyone is interested in trying it out, shoot me a PM and i'll get you a link to the client download and help you get set up.

Bam

Originally Posted by DeathWalking [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Actually, dont PM me because I probably wont see it. Got pixels to get on the other server.

P2002 forums: http://p2002.com/forums/

P2002 game account creation: http://p2002.com/#/ (once youre logged in with your forum acount)

PC/Mac client download links: http://www.rerolled.org/showthread.p...=1#post1017027

rip DeathWalking

[Lorian]

Well, I'll be on P2002 until the hybrid xp penalty poofs here at p99, so at least until spring next year (6 months in to the release). I just set up a second account on a different computer so I can box, but the last week i have actually had more groups on P2002 than I ever had on P99 in a single week.

P99, although a superb server, has become a victim of its own popularity like a very trendy restaurant at peak hour where the regulars and rich people have already taken all the seats. :P

[budorf]

Still playing, still enjoying this server. Have my team up to level 24 now. Despite the boxing, I've actually grouped on this server quite a bit, and met some cool people. The global ooc really helps with the socialization since the pop is so low. But because of that, people really help each other out a lot. It's not for everyone, clearly, but it's definitely a nice departure from the P99 experience. My biggest problem at this point is that I chose the name "Stannis" for my Shadow Knight...

[Wharhog]

http://p2002.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=505 problem solved!

[Lorian]

Originally Posted by budorf [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Still playing, still enjoying this server. Have my team up to level 24 now. Despite the boxing, I've actually grouped on this server quite a bit, and met some cool people. The global ooc really helps with the socialization since the pop is so low. But because of that, people really help each other out a lot. It's not for everyone, clearly, but it's definitely a nice departure from the P99 experience. My biggest problem at this point is that I chose the name "Stannis" for my Shadow Knight...

Wooa, you were like 19 the other day when we played. I guess levels fly when you have a three box! [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]