We knew this was bound to happen when Cryptic's other [current] MMO, Champions Online went F2P, but Cryptic have just made the initial statement of intent. It was interesting to see all the doomsayers spout their crap about the imminent demise of CO in the wake of its announcement, along with all the...

If you still haven't picked up Star Trek Online but had planned to, right now might be an idea worth looking in to. For a 'limited time' you'll get 33% off your purchase - both standard and deluxe editions.

Oh, and if you're just in the mood for some bargain hunting, most Quake games are 50% on Steam right now too!...

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Forum member, Aegis, was right on the money with his beta extension prediction. The news delivered by Cryptic is that we can expect an additional 24 hours play from original close time; "The Final Frontier's first online Open Beta Test will remain operational until Tuesday, January 26 at 6:00 p.m. Pacific. We've experienced such an incredible response to our Open Beta Test that we've decided to extend the play time by a full day as a thank you to our fans."...

Cryptic has released a galatic-sized update for their hugely popular STO beta program. Amidst the pages upon pages of fixes are some additions and changes of particular note, including a Spock audio journal overview. Now upon entering a new sector of space, you'll be graced with the wonderful voice of Leonard Nimoy. Hit the jump for the "headline updates"... ...

Since pre-purchasing Star Trek Online via Steam and participating in the beta, I've seen a ludicrous amount of patching and server down-time. My experiences are shared, but the developer suggests that it's not a fundamental or long term problem; it's simply because participation levels have crushed their predictions - they just weren't ready for the load. The developers have explained the situation on their official bulletin:...

If you're keen to give Star Trek Online a go before you commit to a purchase, then one of your best chances would be with CVG. They have 1500 available to give away, thanks to the lovely guys over at Cryptic Studios. The only pre-requisite for obtaining one is that you're a registered member at their website....

rec:
- Deific@reccy

Milenko
- Lenkodacks@l3nko

Bam Stroker:
- Shitma Dax@Bam_Stroker

Xolares:
- Xolares@Xolares
- Xolares@Kitty

Paladin:
Hugh J'Kok@pala_

Warlock:
imazai@War1910

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Since the open beta was made available for download around 12 hours ago, the internet has been busting with sci-fi forum chatter, opinions and shameless hyperbole. It really does look to be the goods, and closed beta participants agree - but ultimately only time will truly tell. In the meantime, be sure to check out the beginning of what will be a long line of interviews and previews. Hit the jump for a few links to articles about ships, PvP and MMO freedom......

Even if like Aion it's short lived, I reckon it'd still be a good bit of fun while it lasts. I thought we could use the acronym of GU, but make it something uber-lame, relating to space. "Galactic Unity" or something else we can make fun of.

Any interest in this?

If you pre-purchased via Steam, fire her up! Your game's status should have just changed from "Not released" to "Not installed". I've just commenced pre-loading the beta, which weighs in at a hefty 10GB. Hopefully, like me, your ISP doesn't count Steam content server downloads towards your monthly quota. I'll be on later this evening, and expect I'll see some of you drifting about, too!...

This one slipped under the radar, but forum member Bam Stroker has brought it to our attention that it can now be pre-purchased via Steam. It's available in vanilla and "Digital Deluxe" editions, for USD $49.95 and $59.95 respectively. As a pre-purchaser, you'll get access to the open beta launching on the 12th and "Chromodynamic" armor. Deluxe Edition goodies list after the jump.....