Python Mk II & Updates To The Gamestore

[Paul_Crowther]

Greetings Commanders!

We've got an update for you on the release of the Python Mk II, as well as changes coming to the gamestore:
https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/python-mk-ii-updates-gamestore

 

[Zombi3]

Woot!

 

[HeatherG]

Thanks Paul!!!

 

[optiplex]

Pay to win incoming

 

[Rebel Yell]

Pay to win incoming

Pay for a better game? Why not!

 

[MattG]

Hype!

 

[HRDiagram]

No mentions to the elephant in the room.

Ship kits for the Type-7!

Tomorrow I'll vent my disappointment during the live stream: I'll be watching it with an overly dramatic frown!

 

[-VR- Max Factor]

Pay for a better game? Why not!

It doesn't get better, just easier.

 

[WILLIAM BILL ADAMA]

What the... h?

 

[zimms]

Paying to circumvent the totally non-existing grind looks very F2P.

 

[Danieros]

Ohh that engineering rebalance is finally happening!

 

[Rainbro]

Oh man, I did not see that coming. I'm sure this will go down well. Engineering changes always welcome. The rest may be more controversial.

 

[HappyMoonMonkey]

I see no problem with paying real world cash for pre built ships. Grind your job or grind the game. If people want it then give it to them.

 

[V'larr]

Is... is it real? Balancing changes... to Engineering?

YEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

 

[sociopath]

It doesn't get better, just easier.

don't worry, no one can pay ARX to gain the skills you gain playing all this years.

 

[Dragsham]

This is good news.
But fdev... let's have subs and not ships purchasing, even stealthily. I mean who has 16000+ arx off the bat banked!?
Q: how long to bank 16k arx via ingame only?

 

[Factabulous]

Presumably LEP owners will also get early access to the python?

 

[FrankXjr[G911]]

Star Citizen inside...

 

[zimms]

Presumably LEP owners will also get early access to the python?

Why?

 

[Darkfyre99]

View attachment 390548

Greetings Commanders!

We've got an update for you on the release of the Python Mk II, as well as changes coming to the gamestore:
https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/python-mk-ii-updates-gamestore

We’re also going to be introducing a new category in the Elite Dangerous gamestore: Pre-built Ships. Pre-Built Ship packages will offer Commanders the opportunity to purchase ships that have been given a significant upgrade from their base models.

We envision these Pre-built Ships to be a quicker way for newer players to get involved in the areas they have the most interest in, or for our existing players who are considering a new career path in game, but do not have time to devote to a new build from scratch.

A ‘Pre-built’ ship package will include instant-access to a pre-fitted ship, a ship kit, and a paintjob – and will typically be themed to match an activity within the game. For example, if you’re looking to jump into the current AX conflict against the Titans, the AX Combat Jumpstart package will give instant access to an Alliance Chieftain with all the necessary modules to go straight into the action within the maelstrom.

The Python Mk II will also launch with a Pre-built Ship package, allowing you to kickstart your career in the latest ship, including a brand-new paintjob and ship kit.

Hopefully, when you say “offer Commanders the opportunity to purchase…” you mean in the Cobra Mark IV sense, not the Pay-to-Win sense…