News and Changes in WorldShards

The WorldShards team has revealed important updates and changes during the recent AMA session. Below are the key aspects that will impact gameplay, the economy, and the future of the game.

Gameplay Improvements and New Features

• Multiplayer Mode: While no specific date is set, it remains a development priority.
• New Maps and Biomes: Newly added maps will be available at different levels, and biomes will visually change according to player progression.
• Matchmaking Improvements: Adjustments will be made to ensure more balanced matches.
• Procedural Dungeon Generation: A location generator is in development, though its implementation will take time.
• Auction House: Integration will include measures to prevent multi-account abuse.
• Fishing: The mechanic will be simple and accessible, avoiding complex simulation elements.
• Equipment Rental System: Planned for the future.

Rewards and Game Expansion

Players who participated in early access will receive special rewards as part of the veteran bonuses. Additionally, marketing campaigns and expansions are planned to attract new players, including the launch of the mobile version and collaborations with influencers.

Adjustments to the Luck System and Token Mining

One of the most discussed topics was the relationship between luck, token acquisition, and the game economy:

• Luck Level and Adventure: The higher a player's adventure level and rank, the more efficient they will be at mining tokens with equipment of the same luck level.
• Recharge Cost: Increasing an item's luck will also increase the fast recharge cost, similar to how rarity impacts it.
• Luck Limit Indicator: The possibility of making the relationship between luck and token acquisition efficiency more visible is being evaluated.

Changes to Founder Equipment and Progression

Founder Equipment is not designed to be the best in the game permanently but rather to provide an initial advantage to players. On the other hand, the crafting system maintains its cost structure, where high-rarity items require more resources but also offer better rewards.

Changes to the Game Economy

• Crafting and Recharge Costs: The current balance will be maintained, ensuring that additional costs are proportional to the benefits obtained.
• Rune and Essence Acquisition: Evaluating whether luck will impact the acquisition of these resources.
• $OL Rewards: WorldShards players will benefit from the OpenLoot ecosystem.
• Token Farming: Tokens will not be obtainable before the ranking period ends.