Nikita Buyanov, the CEO of Battlestate Games, recently had an in-depth conversation with Pestily, a popular YouTube channel creator, discussing the exciting future of Escape from Tarkov. During their hour and a half chat, Buyanov unveiled a plethora of details, shedding light on version 1.0, a new faction, the intriguing “prestige” system, and much more.
The highly anticipated transition of Escape from Tarkov from beta to full release status alongside the upcoming version 1.0 update promises monumental changes that will reshape the gaming experience.
Here are some key highlights from Buyanov’s insightful discussion:
- Unlike an open world, the extraction shooter will feature interconnected maps, allowing seamless movement between locations without loading screens.
- The upcoming map, Terminal, will serve as a unique transportation hub rather than a conventional setting.
- A new faction, RUAF (Russian Armed Forces), will be introduced, adding depth to the gameplay.
- The Hideout will undergo significant enhancements, including story missions, downloadable content, and updates. Exciting DLC related to clans and alliances is also on the horizon.
- A mysterious karma system will be implemented, with hidden characteristics and undisclosed rules for accumulating or losing karma points. Players with bad karma will face a formidable new boss.
- Version 1.0 of Escape from Tarkov will introduce a captivating story quest with multiple endings, single player missions, and diverse locations.
- Upon exiting beta, players will have multiple profiles with wipes, seasonal updates, and the intriguing “prestige” system, offering unique rewards based on escape achievements.
- Battlestate Games remains committed to combating cheaters, implementing robust anti-cheat measures without compromising performance.
- Microtransactions in Escape from Tarkov will focus solely on cosmetic items, ensuring a fair gameplay experience.
- The studio’s future plans include refining hitboxes, armor mechanics, and crafting systems, as well as enhancing recoil, sound design, and more.
- Excitingly, a new game is already in the works once Escape from Tarkov reaches full release.
- For more details, visit stopgame.ru