Spiral Knights - A Milestone and a Look Forward!

A Milestone and a Look Forward!

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Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:16

Trying

Hail, Knights!

We're pleased to announce that we hit a big milestone today, having seen the creation of our 3 millionth Spiral Knights account! In celebration, and as our thanks to all of you for playing, elevators will have no energy cost from now to Saturday, May 19 at 2pm PST. These two free days will be added to accounts that are using an Elevator Pass. Go forth and explore!

And if you would like to see a few other fun stats since launch, check out this info graphic:

http://media.spiralknights.com/wiki-images/9/9b/Spiralstats-fullres.png

With a squadron of Janitorial Jellies picking up after our celebration here at Spiral HQ, now seems like a great moment for us to give everyone an overview of the additions planned for Spiral Knights in the coming months...

More Missions and Levels to Explore!

New Missions and levels are on the way for everyone to experience. And for those that want a serious challenge, look out for the new 'Danger Missions' addition.

More Combat Options!

We're also going to be adding a substantial feature that makes battles more exciting and strategic. This is a tall order and will likely be released in stages; our first step will be a fun, new addition that we believe will represent a welcome change to the game. The most explosive addition to the game yet!

More Accessible DLC!

As has been previously discussed, we're working to make Operation Crimson Hammer giftable to all players. We'll keep you updated as we complete the multiple steps to make this possible.

Expanded Guild Features!

Over the last year of live production, we've received encouragement (in the form of comments on Facebook and Twitter, forum posts, responses to our surveys, and promises of delicious cake) from players asking us to add more functionality to guilds.

We take the need for active and relevant guilds seriously and are now turning our attention to this feature. This project will start with guilds having the ability to expand their halls, increase member limits, and furnish their guild halls. You'll even be able to purchase special features that benefit everyone in the guild! We also expect to expand guilds further in the future to bring a strategic aspect to guild play.

Thanks once again, everyone, for playing Spiral Knights! We look forward to hearing from you here on the forums, and we'll see you in the Clockworks!
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CE prices are going to shoot up

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:33

Soarel

what....

You're not a developer, Rangerwill!

If this were true it would be epic though!

Edit: Checked announcements, it's true. /epicfail

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:19

Mk-Vl

Lol

Look at the announcements page.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:20

Kitty-Softpaws

That would make a sweet

That would make a sweet wallpaper............ is it up in the media section....?

;-;

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:22

Canine-Vladmir

+1 to the guild

finally thr guilds get the update..

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:23

Aedium

Does anybody want to tell

Does anybody want to tell Nick that Saturday is the 19th, not the 15th? Unless it some future May 15th?

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:30

Trying

wow there's a treasure trove of old images in
http://media.spiralknights.com/wiki-images/0/

edit: it's just the database for all wiki images

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:24

Vtmoon

I wonder if the 3 millionth

I wonder if the 3 millionth player got something special.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:27

Aedium

Yup, Saturday, May 15, 2021

Yup, Saturday, May 15, 2021 it is! No more elevator passes for me!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:28

Nick

Developer

Thanks Aedium, corrected.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:29

#10

Kitty-Softpaws

As has been previously

As has been previously discussed, we're working to make Operation Crimson Hammer giftable to all players. We'll keep you updated as we complete the multiple steps to make this possible.

F2P player base > P2P player base

Hoping to see more activity in OCHM. If there was ever a debate for why OCHM should be or not be giftable, I'd say due to lack of social contact is reason enough.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:30

#11

Artistbma

YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYYAY!

FINALLY! GUILD OPTIONS! Now we can CUSTOMIZE OUR GUILD HALL. YES YES YES YE SYES YES YES YE SYE ZYES

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:32

#12

Aedium

I got your back, Nick!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:34

#13

Kitty-Softpaws

Furious Flamberge has never

Furious Flamberge has never looked so sexy...

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:37

#14

Trying

Everyone do the Cradle and All achievement!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:40

#15

Byas

Wow Nick... That's awesome...

Wow Nick... That's awesome... I don't even know what to say... Thanks man.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:41

#16

Niichi

> 1 Skylark has crashed

Haha, loved that.

But loving the promise of extra content even more.

Everyone do the Cradle and All achievement!

Sadly I already did this using CE ages ago.

/cry

But it does seem like the perfect opportunity to do so.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:47

#17

Kitty-Softpaws

More Missions and Levels to

More Missions and Levels to Explore!New Missions and levels are on the way for everyone to experience. And
for those that want a serious challenge, look out for the new 'Danger Missions' addition

More Combat Options!We're also going to be adding a substantial feature that makes battles more exciting and strategic. This is a tall order and will likely be released in stages; our first step will be a fun, new addition that we believe will represent a welcome change to the game. The most explosive addition to the game yet! More Accessible DLC!

Three Rings you're looking a lot like my next girlfriend! It’s a good thing I wore my gloves today; otherwise, you’d be too hot to handle.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:49

#18

Mysteryzx

What we NEED

Is for you guys to crash another Skylark, my buddies and I could've had 10 of those things gone by now, it pains me to see such underachieved destruction on a planet that's literally destroying itself from the inside out.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:51

#19

Draycos

Finally a look forward!

Thank you very, very much for letting us know what to expect... That besides, I'm looking forward to everything revealed, especially additional combat options and Danger Missions.

This will also quell the 'OOO secrecy is bad raaaaghhh' threads, and perhaps inspire new ideas in the Suggestions board.

I am one happy dragon.

TLDR: +1 Kitty-Softpaws

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:52

#20

Guarder

"More Combat Options!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:54

#21

Tsubasa-No-Me

That flamberge...

I now Kinda want one :3

Edit: Just REALLY read it. OMG nick, We loves you! Can we has more updates on occasions? This one makes me just soo happy! ^-^

~Tsu!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:54

#22

Ccrusader

YAY!! Congrats on the

YAY!! Congrats on the 3millionth knight! So looking forward to guild updates! AND the new missions / danger missions!

Keep it up guys!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 11:54

#23

Artistbma

@Guarder Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.

@Guarder
Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Dual Wielding would be awesomely explosive. High-5 for putting that into my little head to think about.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:01

#24

Asukalan

Nothing to do here.... TO THE

Nothing to do here....

TO THE CLOCKWORKS

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:01

#25

Aumir

O M G

Awesome! I was expecting this so much : ) I am specially excited as reading this "multiple steps" to purchase Crimson Hammer as a sign we non-Steam players will be able to trade CE etc for it.

Also, Danger Missions? YES, PLEASE.

I can't wait enough xD

...I mean, I am excited for actually EVERYTHING these updates will bring!

OH, and lore wise... "ONE SKYLARK". I think I know what is coming soon enough... : )

If somebody, somebody complains about all this... please complete the sentence yourself.

Man, that was a lot of short sentences with empty lines between. I feel too juvenile xD

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:09

#26

Iron-Skull

Hmm....

New addition that is explosive... Could do with something with bombs. eh?

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:12

#27

Aumir

Or maybe a limit mode like

Or maybe a limit mode like some people suggested before :)

ALSO, sorry for my overexcitement, I didnt see that indeed it will be GIFTABLE to EVERYONE crimson hammer! Oh, my. *Faints*

THANK YOU, OOO, for still being what you always were! (Faith restored)

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:15

#28

Tersakaff

Yes. Just yes. *manlytears,

Yes.
Just yes.
*manlytears, buys ce*

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:17

#29

Timewalker

Surprising. Ideas that are

Surprising. Ideas that are actually... useful?
Seriously, if you Nick and your team don't mess this up again, I'll probably play Spiral Knights again. This is the last time I give a bit hope to SK.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:18

#30

Dukeplatypus

Aww, damn, I'm going to be

Aww, damn, I'm going to be away this weekend. Oh well, at least I get two bonus days on my pass.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 12:18

#31

Jmsa

...

YAY!

http://www.myfacewhen.com/92/

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 13:27

#32

Flamaxe

Man, I love this game.
From it's art style
to the GM's who acknowledge the player base greatly.

PS can't wait to trick out our Guildhalls ^_^

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 13:33

#33

Oroseira

"One Skylark has crashed!"

Oh what, Three Rings. You're affiliated with the silencerz, aren't you?

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:02

#34

Trying

Bump since xylkia missed it

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:05

#35

Xylka-Mkii

Thanks :D

Let me graveyard mine then, to save some forum spaceeee.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:09

#36

Iron-Volvametal

Tal here.

(Moved From Graveyard)

"More Missions and Levels to Explore!

New Missions and levels are on the way for everyone to experience. And for those that want a serious challenge, look out for the new 'Danger Missions' addition."

This will probably Fill in the Void for those Wanting "More Challenge."

"More Combat Options!

I'm a bit Worried about this one. I have the feeling "Dual-Wielding" will be Introduced, even with the Negative Feedback Received in the Suggestions Sub-Forum. Although, it then Ended with it being" The Most Explosive Addition," which might mean Bombs might be getting a Change.

"More Accessible DLC!

As has been previously discussed, we're working to make Operation Crimson Hammer giftable to all players. We'll keep you updated as we complete the multiple steps to make this possible."

"Expanded Guild Features!

This will make a LOT of Knights very Happy. Guilds will have even more Purpose to Join & those with a Creative Side will now be able to Decorate their Guild, to "Wow" new Recruits &/or the Competition.

This will Hopefully make T1 & T2 Lockdown a bit more "Fairer," as more People will have Access to the Supposed "Overpowered" Hammers.

I speak for Iron, when I have to say this has to be one of the Biggest & Best Updates to come in a While. I'll be sure to Tell him about this as soon as Possible.(If We can Find him, that is...*Sigh*)
On an Unrelated Note, Zero has Left the Forums. Something about seeing "The Stupidest Post Ever..." Hmm...

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:11

#37

Xylka-Mkii

It makes me sad that so many

It makes me sad that so many people had to leave RIGHT before they gave out the memo on this. If only sooner ;_;

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:12

#38

Korakc

can't wait for guildhalls and

can't wait for guildhalls and danger missions... Maybe no more FSC grinding for awhile :D

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:16

#39

Kitty-Softpaws

Man, I love this game. From

Man, I love this game. From it's art style to the GM's who acknowledge the player base greatly. PS can't wait to trick out our Guildhalls ^_^

Bunch of hypocrite suck ups! Guilty as charged I'm one too but who cares, all my posts are always irrelevant!!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:23

#40

Xylka-Mkii

Lol yeah, but can you blame

Lol yeah, but can you blame us? Its not like they're very outspoken on hinting and soon to be content other than "What's in Development" and just before a huge update.

But let's not go into that again. Waiting for update! >w<

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:28

#41

Mk-Vl

Meh

I would say instead of giving us free elevators comment in the suggestions forum :P I know that there's not many and they have better things to do but I do know they read them. Just a comment now and then would be nice. Even if it's:
"Lol no"
"I like that"
"I'm a cube of jelly"

Anything!!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:37

#42

The-Rawrcake

When I first read this I knew

When I first read this I knew it was fake. Well actually, I thought it was going to be "Rangerwill" / impostowill having people upset at him for name stealing then the purple bubble would've been from Eury. Either way I thought this was a complete joke, especially after reading unedited first comment.

Why did I think so? The patch notes just sounded too perfectly worded that they would have been created by a player. It's what we have been wanting.

1. This patch is the biggest accomplishment yet, not because of what is being added, but because of its significance.

2. Next time let's not get this game to the point where certain patch notes seem literally "unbelievable" xD. We have in fact lost some of our playerbase because of some stuff, however I am confident that they will slowly begin to come back because of the patch.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:50

#43

Lan-The-Wizard

Explosive eh? Can we throw

Explosive eh?

Can we throw bombs now !

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 14:59

#44

Serell

Epic patch notes are epic.
Tis all I have to say.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 15:22

#45

Berzerkules

OK ..I'm excited again.!!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 15:38

#46

Doctorspacebar

Can't wait for Danger

Can't wait for Danger Missions. Now I don't need to pay an obscene amount of money (or enter the Gauntlet) to get a good challenge.

And thanks for the 2 extra EPass days!

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 15:42

#47

Guarder

@MK-VI

http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/48012

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 15:54

#48

Vagueabond

I'm really hoping the

I'm really hoping the "explosive" under 'more combat options' means more bomb-related stuff.

Maybe a shadow-resist armour? Or piercing? Those would be neat.

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 16:15

#49

Rominus

I can't wait to see that sick

I can't wait to see that sick nasty CE inflation, guess I know when to sell ~_~

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 16:18

#50

Mk-Vl

That was about two months ago

That was about two months ago ._.

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