I just have a couple of concerns. I played EQ1 a lot, and I have tried EQ2 in the past but couldnt really get into it. I am going to try to get some levels with my brother, as I want to check out the zones and just see if I can get into it.
As far as playing with marginal graphics on the extreme performace setting. It feels like looking at a game without one contact in. It gives me a headache after a while. Anyone able to even get through this without upgrading to a super-machine computer?
Also, Where the hell is everybody? One of my biggest problems with games these days is that they are totally desolate. I see random people running around, but is there anywhere that people gather and hang out? Nexus style for example? I wanted to check out some characters but there are only a handful of people running around.
Overall, someone make me feel better about starting back up!! :)
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I have been playing on extreme performance since launch, and I guess I'm used to it. My computer is a POS with the SUX upgrade, so I just live with it. Best to do is ensure you have a good (doesn't have to be great) video card and at least 1GB of RAM.
Certain zones are more laggy than others, and I sometimes turn up the graphics in the non-laggy zones.
In EQ2 you probably noticed that the cities are now split up into suburb zones. This has led to the practice of people going to their home town, then taking the bell to get out. Unfortunately, that has also led to no central gathering place like Nexus or PoK. The closest place like that would be Qeynos Harbor since it has the bells that go to Nek Forest and Thundering Steps, plus the carpets for Maj' Dul.
Also unfortunately, QH is one of the more laggy city zones, and I can't imagine what would happen if there were more than 50 people there.
Many people that have been playing for a while have "graduated" out of the lower zones and are adventuring in the higher zones. You will still see many folks in the lower zones that are either new or starting alts.
However, I remember logging into any particular zone in EQ1 and having 30 people was considered busy (not counting PoP). In EQ2 outdoor zones, 30 is a slow night and they usually sport 70+, sometimes over 100. Sometimes that zone actually gets split into 2 or more instances, although I haven't seen that in a while.
One of the big changes in EQ2 is the abundance of solo mobs. I can't seem to take 3 steps in Antonica without tripping over some solo mob. This has led to folks being able to solo much easier, making it no need for a group. So when you /lfg, you may not find too many that NEED a group. But I have found that more than half of them will be glad to join a group if asked.
EQ2 has something for everyone, so try to delve into the different aspects; lore, quests, gear, crafting, and see what tickles your fancy.
Good luck :)
Certain zones are more laggy than others, and I sometimes turn up the graphics in the non-laggy zones.
In EQ2 you probably noticed that the cities are now split up into suburb zones. This has led to the practice of people going to their home town, then taking the bell to get out. Unfortunately, that has also led to no central gathering place like Nexus or PoK. The closest place like that would be Qeynos Harbor since it has the bells that go to Nek Forest and Thundering Steps, plus the carpets for Maj' Dul.
Also unfortunately, QH is one of the more laggy city zones, and I can't imagine what would happen if there were more than 50 people there.
Many people that have been playing for a while have "graduated" out of the lower zones and are adventuring in the higher zones. You will still see many folks in the lower zones that are either new or starting alts.
However, I remember logging into any particular zone in EQ1 and having 30 people was considered busy (not counting PoP). In EQ2 outdoor zones, 30 is a slow night and they usually sport 70+, sometimes over 100. Sometimes that zone actually gets split into 2 or more instances, although I haven't seen that in a while.
One of the big changes in EQ2 is the abundance of solo mobs. I can't seem to take 3 steps in Antonica without tripping over some solo mob. This has led to folks being able to solo much easier, making it no need for a group. So when you /lfg, you may not find too many that NEED a group. But I have found that more than half of them will be glad to join a group if asked.
EQ2 has something for everyone, so try to delve into the different aspects; lore, quests, gear, crafting, and see what tickles your fancy.
Good luck :)
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