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Welcome to The Zero Point Report - your dedicated podcast that dives deep into the heart of Funcom's most captivating games! Join us as we explore the intricate universes of Secret World Legends, Conan Exiles, and the eagerly anticipated Dune Awakening. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the realms of Funcom, this episode has something for everyone!
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Welcome to The Zero Point Report - your dedicated podcast that dives deep into the heart of Funcom's most captivating games! Join us as we explore the intricate universes of Secret World Legends, Conan Exiles, and the eagerly anticipated Dune Awakening. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the realms of Funcom, this episode has something for everyone!
🎉 Episode 100: We Made It! 🎉 Hey fam! What an incredible journey to our 100th episode! Huge shoutout to Ocho, Jimmy, Waffle, and YOU - our amazing listeners! What's New: 💝 Valentine's Event got an extra day of love (thanks Spynosaur!) 🎮 TSW North America smashed their Kickstarter goal - $52.7k raised! 💔 Remembering our friend Xinda - the grumpiest gamer with a heart of gold 🎯 Jimmy's back at it with a fresh PipBoy Run 🏜️ Mark your calendars: Dune Awakening drops May 20th! 🗡️ Conan TTRPG sneak peek with some awesome folks Check out all the links below for more deets! 👇 Valentines Event https://x.com/tswdb/status/1887185040502870421 https://x.com/tswdb/status/1890090918621188183 The Secret World North America for Savage Worlds and 5E has Funded! https://x.com/AnvilStar/status/1892342338220909039 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/star-anvil-studios/the-secret-world-north-america Memorial held for Xinda, from the Deathstalker cabal https://tswdb.com/news/player-memorial-event-a-farewell-to-xinda/ Jimmy has Started a New PipBoy Run https://x.com/1JimmyTheRabbit/status/1892035274860843443 Dune Awakening Release Date Announced for May 20th https://x.com/DuneAwakening/status/1892592050769469813 Monolith Board Games, for their upcoming TTRPG Conan: The Hyborian Age, sat down with Hurc and Andy B from Funcom to run through an Adventure https://x.com/ConanExiles/status/1882518777977299019 https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2362322861?&ab_channel=Funcom…
🎮 The Zero Point Report - Gaming Goodness! January 16th, 2024 Hey gamers! Today we're diving into some seriously cool gaming news! 🚀 What's Hot Today: • Secret World TTG is getting BIGGER! North America expansion coming soon • Dune Awakening stats are wild (wait till you hear how many players died to sandworms!) • Conan Exiles is hitting pause on new stuff (but for a good reason!) • New game alert: Aloft just dropped into Early Access! Fun Fact of the Day: Did you know that in Dune Awakening's beta, only 2% of players managed to stay alive after 10 hours of gameplay? Talk about brutal! 😱 Want to know more? Check out all the links in our show description! 👇 Producer's Letter: 2024 and Ahead - Conan Exiles NVIDIA DLSS 4 Introduces Multi Frame Generation & Enhancements For All DLSS Technologies | GeForce News | NVIDIA Communinet Signal #4 | Dune: Awakening AnvilStar’s TTRPG The Secret World: North America Expansion is Kickstarting Tuesday January 28th at 12pm Central…
🎙️ Zero Point Report - Episode #98 "Winter Events & Community Updates" This week's casual chat covers all the latest news from Secret World and beyond! We're joined by BigMikeyOcho, 2Ton Waffle and JimmytheRabbit as we discuss Krampusnacht's return, game updates, and some hilarious moments from recent streams. Key Topics: • Krampusnacht event details • Behind-the-scenes event activation stories • Game design discussions • Latest Funcom sales and updates • Community highlights and interactions Recorded live December 19th with plenty of laughs and tangents along the way! 🎮…
The Zero Point Report Strain 97-SNA (Secret North America) Thursday, November 21st 2024 The Secret World: North America TTRPG Coming 2025 via Kickstarter View Kickstarter Campaign Game Features: - Focuses on the Illuminati and North American Region - New Player Options - New Cryptids - 7 New Locations - 3 New Interconnected Adventures - Available for both 5E and Savage Worlds systems Community Updates Jimmy's Extra-Life Double Dragon Streams - 24-hour speedrun for Extra Life - Multiboxing two Dragon characters simultaneously View Announcement SWL Daily Challenge Bingo! By Jimmy https://jimmytherabbit.com/swl-bingo/ How to Play: 1. Visit Bingosync.com 2. Select "Custom (Advanced)" for Game 3. Select "Randomized" for Variant 4. Paste SWL Bingo Cards content into "Board" section Game Updates Dune Awakening - Announced for PC Early 2025 - View Announcement - Read Communinet Signal #3 Dune: Spice Wars Community Update #4 - New conquests (story mode?) - New map types - Fremen and Smuggler conquests View Update Aloft - Entering Early Access January 15th, 2025 - Developed by Astrolabe Interactive, Inc. - Published by Funcom - Described as "cozy sandbox survival" View Announcement…
🎙️ About This Episode: In this episode of the Zero Point Report, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about various topics ranging from holiday traditions and food preferences to gaming events and community engagement. They delve into the world of virtual reality and tabletop gaming, sharing personal experiences and insights about game mechanics and player interactions. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in games and the unique experiences that come with different gaming genres. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into various aspects of gaming, from the intricacies of combat mechanics to the importance of understanding game strategies. They explore the concept of chaos and fate within games, discuss common mistakes players make, and share humorous anecdotes about their gaming experiences. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of research and knowledge in overcoming challenges in games, while also touching on the ethical implications of scientific experimentation in gaming narratives. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various themes including the nature of intelligence, the concept of the soul, and the implications of experiments. They discuss the impact of media and performance, gaming mechanics, community engagement, and the importance of fundraising events. Attention spans in the digital age, the influence of urban legends, and the quirks of pets are also explored, culminating in a discussion about recent game updates and features. 🕹️ In This Podcast: 🌐 Secret World Legends : Discover the hidden secrets and unravel the conspiracies in this story-driven, shared-world RPG. ⚔️ Conan Exiles : Learn about the latest updates, survival tips, and community creations in the barbaric world of Conan the Barbarian. 🏜️ Dune Awakening : Get an exclusive sneak peek into the immersive universe of Dune, blending deep MMO mechanics with survival gameplay. 👥 Connect With Us: Follow us on Twitter: @ZeroPointReport Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/52fcW9t Visit our podcast page for more content: https://zero-point-report.captivate.fm 💬 Feedback & Discussions: Drop your comments below to share your thoughts, theories, and experiences. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more episodes from The Zero Point Report! #Funcom #SecretWorldLegends #ConanExiles #DuneAwakening #GamingPodcast #GameDiscussion…
Dive into this engaging episode of Strain 95-FTC of the Zero Point Report where the hosts discuss a variety of topics related to the Secret World IP and other Funcom properties such as Dune Awakening and Conan Exiles. Enjoy a blend of news, personal anecdotes, and humorous stories as the team navigates the Secret World's New York Raid, shares gaming tips, and reminisces about nostalgic gaming experiences. The episode also includes fun discussions about in-game transformations, community dynamics, drawing tablets, and game creation platforms like Roblox. Tune in for technical mishaps, laughs, and valuable gaming insights!…
The Zero Point Report Celebrates Secret World’s 7th Anniversary In this special episode of the Zero Point Report, hosts Ocho, Jimmy The Rabbit, and 2TonWaffle delve into the exciting 7th-anniversary celebrations of the Secret World IP. The episode features discussions on special in-game events like hourly bosses, the Hatekeeper, and Behemoth spawns, alongside player-hosted contests such as a screenshot contest and ScratchFandango’s piano-controlled gameplay. There are multiple epic cache key giveaways with exclusive rewards. Additionally, the hosts highlight the release of the Secret World 5th Edition tabletop game and a new tabletop campaign by One Less Die. The episode also reminisces on past gaming adventures, gameplay mechanics, and the invaluable contributions from community members and sponsors, concluding with a thrilling behemoth battle and heartfelt thanks to the community. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:44 Technical Difficulties and Event Updates 01:27 Anniversary Event Highlights 05:50 Screenshot Contest and Community Events 09:09 Multiboxing and Pay-to-Win Discussion 11:35 Cat Adventures and Technical Issues 15:49 More Anniversary Event Activities 18:33 Cache Giveaways and Raffles 41:24 Secret World Vibes in Other Games 50:27 Navigating Raffle Announcements 50:52 Mobile Chat Visibility Issues 51:45 Closing and Starting Raffles 51:51 Mini Golems and Double Winners 52:25 Character Nicknames and Titles 53:52 Shirt and Poster Discussions 54:20 Raffle Entries and Winners 57:54 Voice of Reason and Nicknames 01:08:47 Pet Summoning Issues 01:33:18 Quantum State Radio Farewell 01:37:51 Comic Book Nostalgia 01:38:13 Comic Con Adventures 01:39:42 Adult Swim Party 01:40:17 Scavenger Hunt and Seth Green 01:41:10 Game Talk and Multitasking 01:41:44 Cache Giveaway Chaos 01:43:07 Holiday Flares and Buff Circles 02:06:01 Injury Stories and Cat Antics 02:09:35 Reflecting on Time and Family 02:11:41 Final Giveaway and Closing Remarks…
Zero Point Report: Secret World Deep Dive & Community Buzz Join Waffle, Jimmy the Rabbit, and Ocho in a lively broadcast discussing the latest developments and community highlights for the Secret World IP. This episode covers a range of topics including the success of ‘Secret World for Savage Worlds’ on Kickstarter, ongoing summer solstice events, and the upcoming 7th anniversary celebrations. Dive into spirited debates about game mechanics, the legacy of Secret World Legends, and the influence of Funcom’s other projects like Dune. Listen in as they tackle gaming entitlement, the art of storytelling in games, and the responsibilities of developers towards their communities. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a new player, this episode offers insightful discussions and community shoutouts you won’t want to miss!…
Zero Point Report: Diving into Savage Worlds and Secret World Legends In this special episode of the Zero Point Report, hosts Ocho, 2TonWaffle, and Jimmy the Rabbit, alongside guests Brandon Verhalen from Star Anvil Studios and Andy Benditt, embark on a thrilling Savage Worlds tabletop adventure set within the Secret World IP. They navigate bizarre events involving Orochi operatives and dark creatures in a town plagued by mysterious occurrences. As the plot unfolds, the group discovers a high-stakes Orochi research facility. Adding to the excitement, the episode features insights from Andy of the Secret World Legends Community, covering topics like game mechanics, role-playing strategies, and speedrunning challenges. Join the team for an episode filled with unexpected twists, intense combat scenarios, and engaging discussions on enhancing the tabletop RPG experience. 00:00 Welcome to the Zero Point Report: A Secret World Broadcast 00:13 Introducing the Team and Special Guests 01:16 Diving Into the Secret World Tabletop Adventure 03:25 Kickstarter Updates and Stretch Goals Discussion 06:31 Embarking on a Mysterious Mission 08:40 Character Introductions and Preparing for the Journey 11:50 Encountering the First Obstacle: A Roadblock 21:38 Navigating the Town and Uncovering Orochi's Presence 31:05 Descending into the Sewers: A Rescue Mission Begins 43:35 Confrontation with a Tech Zombie: The Battle Commences 50:25 The Creature's Attack and Tactical Decisions 51:29 Strategic Combat Moves and Character Abilities 52:45 The Gunslinger's Moment: A Shot to Remember 54:55 Exploring the Orochi Research Facility 58:51 The Lab's Secrets Unveiled: Encounter with Sarah Connor 01:05:38 The Final Showdown: Defeating the Big Bad Tech Death Machine 01:32:14 Aftermath and Reflections on the Adventure 01:36:04 Post-Game Reflections and Fun Moments 01:36:24 Exploring Game Mechanics and Strategy 01:37:29 Deep Dive into Savage Worlds System 01:38:52 Character and Gameplay Anecdotes 01:39:22 Kickstarter Campaign Excitement 01:41:55 Stretch Goals and Future Plans 01:43:32 Metal Dice and Tabletop Antics 01:44:49 Savage Worlds System Appreciation 01:47:25 Future Gaming Sessions and Community Engagement 01:48:25 Tabletop Gaming Stories and Challenges 02:19:50 Closing Thoughts and Goodbyes…
In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to the Secret World IP and Twitch streaming. They talk about the use of chat as a fourth-wall-breaking entity, the similarities between Twitch streaming and televangelism, and the enjoyment of watching others play video games. They also mention the delivery of materials for the Secret World tabletop RPG and the announcement of a new Kickstarter for the Savage Worlds version of the game. The hosts express their interest in running a demo of the game on the show. The conversation covers various topics including Dungeons and Dragons live play groups, vacation introspection, Secret World Legends Love on Gaia writing contest winners, playing Secret World with the lights out, and the release of the Seeker World tabletop RPG. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including rabbits eating cake, the release of Metal Hellsinger in VR, the improved Battle Pass progression in Conan Exiles, and the upcoming game Dune Awakening. They also talk about the concept of MMOs and the combination of survival mechanics with MMO gameplay. The hosts express excitement about the features and mechanics of Dune Awakening, such as the ability to create blueprints of buildings and the flexibility to play the game in different ways. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various gameplay experiences and upcoming projects. They talk about the movement speed in the game and how it affects their ability to reach certain locations. They also express their excitement for the upcoming Dune Awakening and the Savage Worlds Kickstarter. The hosts share their experiences with glitches and technical issues, such as not being able to see filth on the ground and keyboard and controller problems. They also discuss the Love on Gaia writing contest and the pink headbands that were won. The conversation ends with the hosts brainstorming ideas for the 10th Mega Boss, including a traffic cone, a van, and a beach of razor fossils. 00:00 The Secret World Tabletop RPG Update 37:39 Running a Demo of the Secret World RPG on the Show 46:55 Announcing the Love on Gaia Writing Contest Winners 59:00 Playing Secret World Legends with the Lights Out 01:08:09 Introducing Seeker World: A New Tabletop RPG 01:33:16 Improved Battle Pass Progression 01:46:43 The Evolution of MMOs 02:08:05 Hilarious Moments from Gameplay 02:19:49 Expressing Gratitude to the Audience…
Ocho and his co-hosts, including 2TonWaffle and Jimmy the Rabbit, are discussing their show about the Secret World IP. They mention technical difficulties with audio and Windows issues. The conversation shifts to updates on the tabletop role-playing game (RPG) based on the Secret World universe. Brandon from Star Anvil Studios joins the discussion, sharing insights into the development of the Secret World Table Top Game core rulebook, which has been sent out to backers. He talks about the challenges faced during production and the collaborative effort involved in creating the book. Brandon also mentions plans for the RPG, including a story arc spanning multiple books and an upcoming Kickstarter for a Savage Worlds edition of the game. He explains that Savage Worlds is a faster-paced system compared to Dungeons & Dragons 5e, allowing for quicker combat and easier session planning. The team discusses the importance of character motivation and the unique aspect of the Secret World setting where characters can't die permanently, which influences gameplay dynamics.…
Step back into the quirky world of gaming with us, Ocho, Jimmy the Rabbit, and Two Ton Waffle, as we reunite after a hiatus to catch up and dive headfirst into the Secret World IP. We're dishing out laughs and sharing stories from roller skating fails to the charm of hint books, all while exploring the latest in Secret World's Valentine's festivities. It's a reunion episode filled with nostalgia and updates that's sure to rekindle your love for gaming with a touch of the unexpected. Gear up for an episode where gameplay glitches lead to comedy gold, and a 'Death Race' challenge keeps us on our toes. We'll take you through the rollercoaster of playing dead in-game, giant character models causing mayhem, and the sheer joy of game mechanics gone wild. And suppose you've ever been curious about the life of a voice actor or the intricacies of Discord. In that case, you'll want to tune in as we chat about Steve Blum's collaboration with Funcom and the art of navigating digital communities. To top off the adventure, get ready for tales of grocery store shenanigans that rival any quest and screenshot escapades that defy all logic. Join us as we share the ups, downs, and sidesplitting moments of life and gaming, where NPCs encounter bizarre and giant bunnies. It is just another day at the (game) office. It's an episode chock-full of camaraderie, surprises, and undeniable proof that the unexpected is always around the corner whether it's in the digital realm or at your local supermarket.…
Uncover the secret sauce of gaming mastery that Jimmytherabbit brings to the table in our latest Strain 88-KMB episode. We dive headfirst into the unpredictable world of randomizer mods in The Secret World, where Jimmy's Dark Agartha escapades redefine the meaning of in-game challenge. Not just a walk in the virtual park, we also peel back the layers of community dynamics in MMOs—revealing how the online bonds are just as intricate and heartwarming as any real-world connection. The conversation takes a turn into the technical trenches, where Two-Ton Waffle and I share our battle stories against the streaming gremlins that seek to thwart our broadcast. From microphone meltdowns to software scuffles, experience the raw and unfiltered side of podcasting that usually stays behind the scenes. Yet, it's not all glitches and gaffes; rejoice in the camaraderie as we highlight the latest gaming rigs and the dedication of our listeners who make every hiccup worth the hassle. Cap off the episode with a reflective look at the industry's latest shifts—Joshua Alan Doetsch's homecoming to Funcom and the ripples of restructuring resonating through the gaming world. Whether you're a veteran gamer or a newcomer to the digital domain, this episode promises to whisk you away on a journey through the holiday traditions of the MMO universe, the spooky undertones of the winter season, and the continued legacy of The Secret World. So, please pull up a chair, and let's toast to the shared adventures and misadventures that unite us all in the grand game of life. (00:00) Technical Troubleshooting and Gaming Update (18:48) Technical Issues With Microphone and Software (27:09) Winter Event & Free Elite Run (45:08) Progression and Challenges in F2P Game (49:35) Randomizer Run Challenges in Dark Agartha (01:01:22) Jimmy Mode and Randomizer Runs Discussion (01:11:52) Rehiring and Restructuring at Funcom (01:24:52) MMO Player Communities and Game Updates (01:37:43) ARGs and Spooky Holiday Traditions Discussion (01:41:53) Secret World Updates and Reflections (01:47:34) Discussion on Alcohol and Gaming Impairments (02:08:34) Sleep, Caffeine, and Historical Drug Discussion ------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thezeropointreport Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZeroPointReport ------------------------------------------------------------- Check out our community Discord server https://discord.gg/uYgTeZZ ------------------------------------------------------------- Music used in many of our videos is from the following artists. Streambeats by Harris Heller - https://www.senpai.tv/ Streamsight - https://streamsight.net/ Backing Track - https://backingtrack.gg/ - Some links in this description are affiliate links and when clicked, if you buy the service or product, I may make a small commission off of that sale. This helps keep this channel afloat. My opinions on products and services remain unbiased.…
In this episode of "The Zero Point Report," we dive into the latest updates and releases in the gaming world. First off, we have Jimmy, who recently completed a 24+ hour gaming stream for Extra Life Day. He played the Funcom MMOs, Anarchy Online, and Age of Conan Unchained, as well as Secret World Legends. Tune in to hear about his unique mod-related hijinks and the possibility of winning some prizes! Next up, we have an exciting TTRPG update for all you Secret World backers. Ross Watson provides an end-of-month update on the layout progress of the core book, art book, and stretch goals. Once the rough layout is approved by Funcom, you'll have the opportunity to provide feedback and corrections. We can't wait to get this book in your hands! Moving on to Conan Exiles, get ready for the release of Chapter 3, "Age of War," on December 14th. Andy B., Dennis Douthett (Lead Designer), and Nicole (Spynosaur) recently had a livestream discussing the major features of this chapter. Expect an epic Fortress Assault, where you can finally experience the thrill of besieging castles yourself. You'll also have the chance to open your own tavern and hire NPCs as guards or workers. Plus, there's a Battle Pass, Bazaar Cosmetics, and some surprises in store! If you're a fan of Dune, we have some exciting news for you. Dune Spice Wars is now available on PC Game Pass, and it will soon arrive on Xbox Series X|S on November 28th. Immerse yourself in the world of Dune and experience the spice wars firsthand. Lastly, get ready for Dune Awakening, as the first Closed Beta signups have been announced. The game is in development and the team is seeking player feedback to further enhance the gaming experience. If you're interested in participating in the closed beta tests, make sure to sign up on the official website and join the official Discord for more updates. Don't miss out on all the gaming excitement! Join us on "The Zero Point Report" for all the latest gaming news and updates. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Secret World Haunted Ealdwick Ghost Tour https://twitter.com/MedrinaKamaar/status/1717477644105880011 Drina @MedrinaKamaar Long overdue but... Join me THIS SATURDAY behind the Horned God in Ealdwic for the return of the Haunted Ealdwic Ghost Tour! The first run is around 9 PM ET! Costumes / fancy dress encouraged. Conan Conan Text Adventure: Tavern of Treachery Released https://twitter.com/Funcom/status/1716514989777834384 Embark on a unique quest to carve out your names into the tapestry of history in Tavern of Treachery, a Conan text adventure! ⚔️ Funcom Sale on Moons, Park, and Hellsinger! https://twitter.com/Funcom/status/1717609588722188699 Spooky season calls for some spooky games. Check out Moons of Madness ($9.99) , Metal: Hellsinger ($14.99), and The Park ($5.19) for up to 60% off on Steam! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
The Zero Point Report Strain 85-TTD Thursday, October 19th, 2023 Secret World Cosmetics from our Rumble in the Rasa should now be distributed to all participants! Samhain 2023 Has Begun October TTRPG Update https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/star-anvil-studios/the-secret-world/posts/3935441?ref=ksr_email_backer_project_update_registered_users This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
In this episode of the Zero Point Report podcast, hosts Big Mikey Ocho, Jimmy the Rabbit, and 2TonWaffle discuss the latest gaming news and their various playthroughs. They cover updates from Funcom, including the launch of Conan Exiles Chapter 2 and news about the upcoming Dune Awakening game. Jimmy also announces that he has once again signed up for Extra Life to benefit children's hospitals. The group chats about different roleplaying styles in Divinity: Original Sin 3 and how approaching quests in unusual ways can lead to humorous glitches. 2TonWaffle talks about experimenting with darker storylines and the limits of gameplay systems. They also debate whether returning to older games is best after significant time has passed. Big Mikey talks about keeping up with the Lord of the Rings book club and exploring the films. The Envoys of Avalon are Back for their 5th Fall Equinox Festivities! Jimmy has once more signed onto another year of Extra Life, his 8th year!! https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=519664 Dune Spice Wars comes out of Early Access formally! Dune: Awakening is also having a Discord Book Club, starting with a Kindle Book giveaway Funcom is thrilled to announce the launch of the Funcom Creator Program! https://creators.funcom.com Conan Exiles Age of War Chapter 2 Launches Today!! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
The Zero Point Report Strain 83-DCS (Dune, Conan, Secret World) Thursday September 7th, 2023 In this episode, we discuss the latest updates from Star Anvil about the upcoming Secret World tabletop roleplaying game, Conan Exiles, and Dune Spice Wars. Show Notes: TTRPG Update #34 Star Anvil Studios provides an update on their TTRPG core rulebook layout, editing, and art progress. They reveal the book may be bigger than expected and most of the art is complete. They plan another update by the end of the month. Kari Wahlgren Comic Con Appearance Voice actress Kari Wahlgren announces she'll be appearing at College Station Comic Con this weekend and invites fans to bring items to sign. Dune: Spice Wars Full Release The official release date of September 14th is announced for the full version 1.0 launch of Dune: Spice Wars out of Early Access on Steam. Key details are provided about release features. Conan Exiles Server Rollback The official Exiled Lands servers were rolled back to September 1st to correct an issue with incorrect thrall decay timers. Boosts will be applied to support players. Age of War Chapter 2 Release Funcom reveals the September 21st release date for Chapter 2 of the Age of War update for Conan Exiles, providing an overview of new features like improved purges. Show Links: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Interview w/ Star Anvil Studios before the Release of the TTRPG Raw Text-Only Core Rulebook Ft. Brandon Verhalen, Darrell Hardy, and Joshua Doetsch Announced last Saturday on Discord and through monthly Kickstarter. Ross Watson: “Greetings backers! Keep an eye on your email this week; Star Anvil Studios is pushing out a test pdf to you so we can make sure our delivery system works for providing you with the kickstarter materials. Note: this is ONLY a test! Raw PDF On the Way! We plan on giving you guys the raw pdf of the Secret World RPG 5e Core Rulebook next weekend, using the same system. Keep your fingers crossed, and if everything works the way it should, we'll be sending you the raw rulebook so you can get your games going as early as seven days from now.” We’ve had copies since late Monday and have been able to look over them since, but at 500 pages, it’s a LOT. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Greetings, you (presumably human) wonderful backers! It's July, so it's time for an update on the Secret World RPG! This is a bit of a "progress report" to let you know what we've completed for the core book and where we're at in the production of the stretch goals. Core Rulebook All writing is complete, approved by Funcom, editing is underway. After we get the editing done, it goes to layout! The editor is reporting that the manuscript is in really good shape and she's making great progress. The "lore" section of the book is done and the editor is working her way through the remaining chapters (all of which are likely to go faster). Our current projection is that we'll have the book completely edited and into layout by early August. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
The Secret World RPG Backerkit: Access to the Secret World RPG backerkit end(ed) May 31st! Make sure to grab anything you want from the offerings from the kickstarter before it is over! (Hopefully you all filled out your Backerkit surveys at least) Special NPC Backers: Artwork is underway and we’re on track to deliver before October of 2023. Manuscript: All the files for the core book and stretch goals are at Funcom and we’re waiting on approval. Funcom tells us they are looking at the end of May for reviewing all the materials. May 13th on Discord (Brandon) - (same thing as above) Backerkit. Ends May 31st ●Files are at Funcom and we are waiting for approval. FUNCOM has stated they are looking at end of May to review the material. ●Backer art is being worked on and we are still on track to deliver before our self imposed deadline of October this year. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Secret World TTRPG Updates May 13th: The Secret World RPG Backerkit: Access to the Secret World RPG backerkit end(ed) May 31st! Make sure to grab anything you want from the offerings from the kickstarter before it is over! (Hopefully you all filled out your Backerkit surveys at least) Special NPC Backers: Artwork is underway and we’re on track to deliver before October of 2023. Jimmy’s Free-to-Play Path to E17, up to 432 IP and 126 hours Nice! Upcoming 6th Anniversary on or about the End of June (24th/25th) We’re planning some shenanigans on our end, testing tonight Conan Stuff Celebrated the game’s 5th anniversary, having come out of early access on May 8th, 2018 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Secret World May Progress Update for SW TTRPG Posted April 29th Manuscripts Sent to Funcom! The writing for the core rulebook and stretch goals is completed, and we've sent all our files to Funcom for approval! So, what are the next steps for The Secret World RPG? Right now, we're going through the approval process with Funcom. This may require us to make any requested changes in order to get final approval from our licensor. After that, we're going to move on to editing and then layout. We're on track to meet our projected timeline and we look forward to getting the book into the hands of our backers and all the Secret World fans! Late Pledges on Backerkit Ends May 31st Jimmy’s New FTP to E17 Run Jimmy started a new run for a FTP to E17. Other Games - Conan Exiles 5th Anniversary Coming Up May 8th This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Sitting down with the Star Anvil Studios team to go over the latest on the Secret World TTG. Join by Joshua Doetsch (Secret World RPG Loremaster), Ross Watson (Secret World RPG Lead Developer), and Brandon Verhalen (Secret World RPG Art Director) Brandon Verhalen - Star Anvil Studios Founder and CEO, Secret World RPG Art Director - RPG enthusiast for over 30 years. A lifelong fan of all things sci-fi and fantasy, Brandon was inspired by the Alternity RPG to create his first foray into the gaming world with Saints & Synners, a gritty sci-fi setting for the TinyD6 system. Creating Saints & Synners led Brandon to the foundation of Star Anvil Studios in 2017. Ross Watson - COO, Secret World RPG Lead Developer - Origins-award winning Writer and Game Designer with over two decades of experience in crafting immersive stories, creating memorable characters, and designing worlds for roleplaying games. He has worked on numerous high-profile titles for game lines including Darksiders II, Warhammer 40,000 Roleplay, Star Wars: Edge of the Empire, and Savage Worlds. He was the lead designer for several tabletop RPG game lines, including Rogue Trader, Deathwatch, and Wrath & Glory. Ross is a published author, with work featured in short story anthologies and dozens of tabletop supplements/rulebooks Joshua Doetsch - Secret World RPG Loremaster - Joshua Alan Doetsch is a sentient word virus spreading across the collective unconscious through the vector of human language. It has taken on many forms, from short stories, to screenplays, to tabletop roleplaying games. It spreads through print, digital, and audio mediums. It coalesced as the novel Strangeness in the Proportion and shaped itself into an anthropomorphic guise as Lead Writer of The Secret World — April 8th, published on StarAnvilStudios.com - We are getting the Secret World RPG Backerkit ready to go! The weekend of April 21st will be the smoke test for the Secret World backerkit. What this means is, some existing backers get notices as we test the system to make sure everything works correctly. Once we know everything is 100%, we will open it up to our original backers as well as late backers. If you’d like to get in on the action for the Secret World RPG–and get an opportunity to grab some of the collector’s edition covers–stay tuned for more information coming soon! Posted today 4/13/2023 on Discord - Just so we don't miss anyone, the Smoke Test for the Secret World has gone out. This means about 100 people or so will receive their surveys etc. This allows us to evaluate if there are issues before going live to everyone. So keep your eyes peeled, check your emails, etc. If you didn't get a notice don't worry, that will come soon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
The Envoys of Avalon have Returned for their 10th appearance! Starting March 17th, the Envoys are in time for the Vernal Equinox and will be hanging around until the end of the month. Abernathy and company didn’t show up until the 20th, however. Thanks Jimmy! Login Rewards available. Vomher announces a “Love on Gaia” Writing Contest Starting March 20th until April 22nd, from the vernal equinox until Earth Day https://forums.funcom.com/t/secret-world-legends-love-on-gaia-writing-contest/223868 March Update for Secret World TTRPG by Star Anvil Studios Greetings backers, Let's talk about the Secret World RPG! Manuscript Our faithful loremaster, Josha Doetsch, is reviewing the chapters now. We anticipate sending the core book to Funcom for approval very soon! Stretch Goals We have some great news on this front! Intro Adventure: Writing is complete! Bestiary PDF: Writing is complete! Maps: All complete! We're making good progress on the remaining stretch goals and we'll keep you updated! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Rosenbrawl Valentine’s Event has come again in SWL! From February 14th until the 28th(?) featuring Rosenbrawl Week and the “A Match Made in Rosenbrawl” Investigation, as well as the repeatable “Friendly Competition” Masked Woman Fight. https://www.tswdb.com/events/valentines-day/ Jimmy’s Gatekeeper Run shenanigans - up to 18 sessions TTRPG https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/star-anvil-studios/the-secret-world/posts/3734634 Update #21 posted TODAY Feb 16th February Progress Update Ross Watson - Collaborator February 16, 2023 Hello backers! We wanted to stop by and let you guys know how things are going on The Secret World RPG. Manuscript The manuscript is in the hands of our faithful loremaster, Joshua Doetsch, to ensure all The Secret World lore is solid before we send it to Funcom for approval. Art We've got some updates to show you here! Some amazing monsters that you'll find inside the book: Custom Characters We have emailed everyone who backed at a level for a custom character image. Several have responded and that art is being handled right now. HOWEVER, there are still some folks who have not yet responded to us -- so if you're a backer who selected a PC or NPC portrait, please get in touch with us ASAP! Dune Awakening Part 2 of Dune: Awakening’s Shigawire Reels released, basically shorts showing some features of Arrakis and Dune. Part 2’s include: Desert Construction - structures need to be built on solid rock or be destroyed by sandworms, One-man Groundcar - nimble vehicles for short distance travel, Groundcar - versatile all-terrain vehicles w/ space for up to 4 passengers, can serve as light combat vehicles, https://twitter.com/DuneAwakening/status/1626280257849360385 Metal Hellsinger MH wins 3 NAVGTR awards: Outstanding Song Collection, Outstanding Original Light Mix Score - New IP, and Outstanding Game - Music or Performance-Based https://twitter.com/MetalHellsinger/status/1625903501162299392 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
- Jimmy’s new March of the Gatekeeper run, involving all walking, using photomode mod to make his character look like the Gatekeeper, and also using a mod to Poorly Translate as much game text as possible - TTRPG Updates: D&D Open Gaming License debacle possibly affecting TTRPG. However, Brandon on the Star Anvil Discord server says: Jan 5th: “So far from what I have seen we will be fine. Of course we are continuing to monitor. We are also finishing the work. While we have no intention on changing anything at this time, we do have a back up plan if the world falls apart with 5e. One way or another there will be a TSW game.” and “There are other systems and options. This one is the one we promised, so barring legal shenanigans, it's what we will deliver. But if it went crazy with power on WotC end we can still make the game.” Jan 13th: “Had a great call with Funcom this morning. Got some higher level details of the setting and great feedback on our work so far. They were super helpful and offered insights to help us better frame the story as we finish the book writing up. Onward we go!” Jan 15th: “[Secret World TTRPG] was designed using 5e. We are watching the updates and will make a final decision when we have all the information we need. We still have a little ways before we have to make a final call on that.” Conan Exiles - Started 2nd season of Battle Pass December 6th, or as they are referring to it as “Age of Sorcery Chapter 2” as well as posting a year in review video showcasing. Update 2.8, Follower Emotes, Update 3.0 Age of Sorcery, Battle Pass & Black Lotus Bazaar, Encounter System, Perks and Attributes Revamp, Buiding System Revamp, Weapons and Armor Illusion System, 3.1 Age of Sorcery Chapter 2, Headhunting, New Battle Pass, Pet Companion Rebalance https://twitter.com/ConanExiles/status/1616114802224467969 Dune: Spice Wars - New “Line in the Sand” update Jan 24th Main Changes Added End Game Statistics Military alerts now appear on the border of the screen pointing in the direction of the crisis Military units can now Hold their Position (With C) Fremen Harvesting Teams can now harvest Spice in neutral territories Map Generation improvements: Main Bases and Deep Desert spawning has changed to make maps that are both more fair and varied Changed Spice spawn to ensure less spiceless starts Military balancing Major performance improvements and optimization Metal: Hellsinger - Update 1.5 Added New Weapon SKins among other fixes Dec 27th - Nominated for the NAVGTR Awards in several categories like ‘Outstanding Game, Music or Performace Based” “Outstanding Original Light Mix Score, New IP” “Outstanding Performance in a Drama, Lead” “Outstanding Song Collection” “Outstanding Song, Original or Adapted” Winners announced Feb 14th https://twitter.com/MetalHellsinger/status/1607805537084706819 https://twitter.com/MetalHellsinger/status/1616556259418771456 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Secret World - Krampusnacht arrives! December 14th to Jan 5th, daily logins, Krampus, Hel, and the… Haunted Cache? - Secret World TTRPG Brandon said on their Discord that they are “fully committed to delivering the book on or before October 2023” and they “definitely plan on getting [us] a PDF of the book in-progress once we’ve got the writing complete”. It will be likely “sometime in January when we can give an update on when we could present an early access PDF.” Also in “December we’re hoping to have some of that new art to share– including some concept sketches!” - In Medias Res put out The Deep Ones video and has a merch store at https://inmediasres-3.creator-spring.com - SecretFox has released a mod for Secret World that enables “Photo Mode”, a mod that has a lot of power in changing camera views and local character looks https://github.com/SecretFox/PhotoMode Dune/Metal Hellsinger/Conan Exiles - Dune: Awakening says they “plan to create opportunities for players to test the game and share their feedback with us sometime in 2023” in 15Dec22 tweet. https://twitter.com/DuneAwakening/status/1603382569755631618 - Dune Awakening featured new trailer at Game Awards including in-game footage https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ixq-y_r-lkE&t=3s&ab_channel=Funcom - Dune Spice Wars nominated at Game Awards for Best Sim/Strategy but lost to Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope (Ubisoft) https://www.pcgamer.com/the-game-awards-2022-results-all-the-winners/ - Two Feathers were nominated for Best Score and Music for Metal Hellsinger but lost to Bear McCreary’s God of War Ragnarok - Twitch drops active for Conan Exiles until Jan 3rd to earn the lovable festive crested lapdog and other festive decorations https://twitter.com/ConanExiles/status/1603439271754489857 - For the 90th anniversary of Robert E Howard’s Conan first short story, Funcom has a Conan Bundle on Steam w/ Exiles, Unconquered, and Chop Chop at 62% off: $31.47, also Metal Hellsinger is 34% off: $19.79 https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/18190/The_Conan_Bundle/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1061910/Metal_Hellsinger/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
TTRPG Kickstarter finished up at $154,633 and 1944 backers https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/star-anvil-studios/the-secret-world/posts/3655163 Jimmy Completed ExtraLife 2022 Doing a Marathon Sppedrun of The Secret World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8O0EP3XokPQ&list=PL_PMRml9T9gs8vr5_gr0-GO1zUoklyo41&ab_channel=JimmyTheRabbit In Medias Res presented Opening Night (starring Vomher and Ocho) and Numbers Station https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQujNC7qg74&ab_channel=InMediasRes Jess @ GrumpyLich Posting Samael & Lilith Chibis https://twitter.com/grumpylich/status/1591744041502507008 https://twitter.com/grumpylich/status/1591744035366264835 Metal Hellsinger and Dune Spice Wars Nominated at The Game Awards Vomher’s Romantic Cake Creation Contest Rewards Distributed https://twitter.com/Vombird/status/1579563783919636481 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
Samhain Going Strong in Secret World going on Until Nov 11th Kickstarter TTRPG Going Great, Hits 8th Stretch Goal of More Monsters Jess Artwork of Samael and Lilith https://twitter.com/grumpylich/status/1583884033725173760 Jimmy Sets Sights on Extra Life 2022! https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=502437 Taking place November 5-6th Conan Exiles Starts Yogtoberfest Building Contest https://forums.funcom.com/t/yogtober-a-building-contest/210654 Dune: Spice Wars Releases Accessibility Update https://steamcommunity.com/games/1605220/announcements/detail/3416569163136327034 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zeropointreport.substack.com…
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