The Otherland is being rebooted: After the transition of the project from now defunct studio RealU, development of the MMORPG is back on track.

In Otherland, based on the bestseller novels by Tad Williams, players explore a series of virtual worlds, each with highly diverse graphics but connected via an overarching storyline: The fantasy world “Eight Squared”, the cyber-punk inspired “Bad Sector”, the Asian “Five Isles” and the SciFi planet “Mars”. The “Lambda Mall” functions as the central hub for players to socialize, complete with Bars, shops and personal player apartments.

Thanks to its setting, Otherland features several innovations for MMOs, among them the eDNA of NPCs, Avatars and Items as well as the “MyLand”-system for clans...

Otherland features a gear diversity matching the extensive character customization choices. Each simulation offers distinctive looking gear fitting the setting of the particular game world. On top of that, vendors in the major social hub called Lambda Mall offer additional looks and tons of vanity outfits.
Gear can also be crafted using SOMAforges and various gear can have sockets to be outfitted with a wide range of mods allowing players to further customize their gear’s stats. To craft items, players use various types of a resource named SOMA. SOMA can either be gathered or players can add SOMA Labs to their U|Spaces to grow SOMA on their own.

Not only has the game undergone a general overhaul, players can now engage in friendly interaction or PvP combat more easily. DRAGO has also carried out an in-depth overhaul of the client’s performance, which has significantly improved framerate, and general playing experience.

Details of new Clan features:

Many innovations were added to Otherland’s new Clan feature. Players can now establish and name their own clan, and acquire “Clan-exclusive items” in the Lambda Mall. Clan Charters have to be signed by four players. The following features will now be available to clans: member ranking, invite and kick, promotion and demotion as well as hierarchy management. One of these innovations is the “Takeover” function, which allows clan members to replace their clan leader.

Furthermore, each clan can now have their own profile sheet and share “News of the Day” on a public dashboard. Players will also have the possibility to dissolve clans. 

Last but not least: one of the most important new functions is Clan Level. Clans will now feature a level-up mechanic, including a progress bar, daily XP bonuses and Clan rankings.

Details of new PvP features:

PvP gameplay has also undergone a nice overhaul. For the first time, players can now enter and leave PvP mode at will. New UI elements will display PvP info in real-time.

Player XP-Bonus can be increased by activating PvP mode. Safe Areas will be implemented. In these zones, players will benefit from protection and will not be able to take part in PvP matches. Other interesting features will be integrated, such as PvP-exclusive XP levelling, XP penalties, damage dealing & damage reduction, as well as PvP-exclusive rankings.

Otherland features four distinctively different classes each being able to take on two different roles.

• The Warrior: The Warrior is a heavy melee combat class. Large two-handed weapons, massive armours and a specialised set of abilities allow the Warrior to not only dish out damage all around, but also take significant of damage.
• The Assassin: The Assassin is a light melee combat class. Assassins specialise in sneaking in the shadows and attacking opponents when least expected. A wide range of abilities and attacks support a fast combat pace to control the fight and finish opponents before the assassin can be harmed.
• The Marksman: The Marksman is a ranged class specialising in using a wide range of rifles and bows to deliver targeted damage from far away. The Marksman is also equipped with skills to keep enemies at bay by planting traps and knocking back approaching threats.
• The Energizer: The Energizer is a ranged class specializing in energy manipulation. Their weapons perform the dual function of both healing other players and delivering high damage to enemies. The Energizer has the ability to convert their own health to healing energy and skills to tag multiple targets allowing for both group heals and non-targeted damage.

Key Features:

• Otherland Multiverse: Otherland is a network of virtual worlds with completely different styles! This allows for an incredible variety in landscapes, NPCs, outfits and weapons.
• Breathtaking Graphics: Visually stunning landscapes, gorgeous environments, smooth effects and incredible characters all delivered by the Unreal Engine.
• Non-Targeting Combat: Combat in Otherland feels more like an action game than a classic MMORPG as you aim directly and use your mouse to look and control direction.
• Character Customization: Otherland boasts an astonishing wide variety of character customization. From tiny to huge, thin to muscular, and the ability to wear anything and everything you find – you will truly be able to find your unique look in the Multiverse.
• Player Housing & PvP: Collect eDNA from creatures and clone them in your own personal housing: the UISpace. Choose to donate it to your clan’s own world: the Clan|Space. Expand your Clan|Space, explore and defend it!