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It's really unfortunate -- I can't speak much to physical rewards except to say you aren't the only one that's not received them...and it really is absurd to ask people to wait almost a decade considering they've decided to fund 3 other game projects in the meantime. They had money to hire people for these projects (I've seen the job postings), but not to fulfill the rewards, hmm? Always some "complication" after so many years...really? The other thing that speaks to trustworthiness is the state of DU itself. They've no issues charing people monthly for a sub but refuse to articulate anything about the state of the game and the seemingly obvious reality that there will be no more major updates. That's is definitely "stringing people along" (at best) -- there hasn't been a "major" update since June 2023 and they should at least have the integrity to let people know it isn't being developed anymore. Unfortunately, Kickstarter makes it pretty clear: you have no recourse except to sue them, yourself, and the cost of that lawsuit would likely exceed any damages if you won, which you likely wouldn't because (afaik) NQ isn't obligated to ship anything in any specific timeframe. This is why it's (IMO) a mistake to back anything on Kickstarter, because if they really want to sell me something in exchange for revenue, they can do it under terms that obligate them to actually provide that thing! Too bad that dishonest people ruin it for everyone, but that's capitalism for you.
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Oooow nice! Didn't know I wanted this but now I do!
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NINE years and counting. Pretty sure they're scamming us.
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I'm pretty sure we've all been scammed. I don't think they will ever send anything. I think Novaquark has realized they can just string us along indefinitely, and never actually send anything. I'm not sure what legal recourse we have either. I can say that I'm really upset about all of this.
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Here we go again! Months ago, you sent an update, and emails stating that physical rewards for ALL KICKSTARTER BACKERS, INCLUDING ALL FOUNDERS, would be released. We were even warned that we would not be able to update our addresses after that date, because the items were about to be shipped! MONTHS LATER AND WE ARE STILL WAITING, and guess what? I AM MOVING AGAIN! Hey, you can't expect me to stay in one place for NINE FREAKING YEARS!!! I've updated my address in your system, and can only hope if you actually ever get off your lying rear ends and send this stuff out that you will make sure that our addresses are current and up to date before you send everything out. Of course the reality is that when you do finally send anything out I'll probably be long dead, and my great grandchildren will be looking forward to receiving my Ruby Founder rewards. I feel so cheated. Novaquark is the ABSOLUTE WORST! Why don't you guys just give us all our money back?
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Oh nice! Be sure to take some photos of what you print out.
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Wossi86 reacted to a post in a topic: INTRODUCING THE NEW DU MESH EXPORTER!
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I am happy you didn't start this topic 2 weeks later. Can't wait to play with this on my resin printer.
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Solar Eclipse today: Helios behind Sanctuary
NQ-Nyota replied to Lasersmith's topic in General Discussions
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The feature name suggests that the entire mesh would be exported, to include interior walls at the least. The example images also imply that components will be included in the mesh. Not sure if the stair stepping in the speeder is due to the scale of the ship or settings in the print.
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Eviltek2099 reacted to a post in a topic: INTRODUCING THE NEW DU MESH EXPORTER!
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Nice! I hope I'll be able to print ships that I purchased and don't have the blueprint.
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Finally, waited a long time for that.`I will use a Liquid Resin printer, to get really smooth surfaces. And then paint and weather all surfaces that are not transparent. QUESTIONS 1 I assume, the blueprint will be used for the export, is that correct? 2 will the STL files also contain the ship interior? That would be the best, as then we can use transparent plastic for the 3D print, maybe even separating different areas (like a plastic model kit) and painting some areas before assembling all 3D-printed parts.! Can the 3D export contain interior to enable really cool 3D printed ships later on
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Lasersmith reacted to a post in a topic: Pimp My Iron Contest!
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wow interesting idea
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Noveans, We are pleased to announce that our DU Mesh Exporter will be available for Dual Universe on Wednesday, March 20th, 2024! The DU Mesh Exporter has been a top feature request and it will give all Noveans the ability to export their creations and builds from Dual Universe into a 3D file, which you will then be able to save as well as print in 3D! That’s right, you will be able to save your ships or constructs into a 3D file and once it’s printed (which 3D printing company you use is entirely up to you) you can then put your creation(s) on your desk or window or it can be a really expensive toy for your cat to play with (cat is optional). More details about the DU Mesh Exporter will be available on March 20th, 2024, so time to polish up those ships/constructs in preparation for exporting and printing. Here are some examples of already exported models to give you a glimpse at what can be printed:
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We added a bunch more entries over at the red hall of The Exchange today, so go check them Stalwarts out.
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Our first two entries for the Pimp My Iron Contest are ready for show over at the red hall at the Exchange. Good opportunity to see what other players have come up with and grab a free copy of the Iron Stalwart at the same time. We're looking forward to seeing more entries submitted!
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If only this had happened a year ago... I miss playing with DU's voxel engine but not nearly enough to justify the sub. I don't miss the chores.
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PIMP MY IRON CONTEST The tried and true Iron Stalwart that is available at the UEF Ship Shops is needing some pimping out! This steady and ready ship has hauled and crashed many of the very first ore hauling flights for some Noveans. We salute you Iron Stalwart, but it's time for a little bling bling in your fuel tank. Contest Details: In this competition you will be paying tribute to the Iron Stalwart and will need to keep it still looking like its original form. 1) First things first, head over to The Exchange just outside the red hall and grab yourself a free Iron Stalwart! Please note: Make sure you are not in VR when you get your free Iron Stalwart, you will not be able to carry all of the parts! If you prefer to buy it directly from one of the UEF Ship Shops, don't forget that you will need to bring just over 7 million quanta in your wallet with you for the purchase. 2) Get to pimping out that Iron, but make sure to follow these rules (or your entry will be disqualified): It needs to remain themed as the Iron Stalwart and stay the same core size. If we cannot recognize it as a tribute to the Iron Stalwart, then the entry will not be accepted. There must be at least one L container (It can be any tier, if you want a rare L container in it - go for it!) A portion of the L container must be visible and accessible from the outside. (This can be a corner, a side, just as long as from the outside it can be targeted.) Use any honeycomb type you would like, but do not go over 500m3 total honeycomb. 3) When you have finished styling out the Iron Stalwart, submit your design using this form. (One entry per Novean.) 4) Approved entries will be shown on the parking lot of the red hall of The Exchange for judging. (Think of it as an Iron Stalwart ship show!) 5) All contest entries must be received by Monday, March 25th, 2024 @ 18:00 UTC Please note: Once you submit your newly redesigned Stalwart, that means that no more changes will be made to it. Please make sure your Stalwart is complete before submitting your information on the entry form. Prizes: First place will have their pimped out version of the Iron Stalwart located in the center of The Exchange, along with a dispenser to put it on sale with all proceeds going to the winner. They will also get a special in-game title and a 30-day game time code. Second place receives a 30-day day game time code. Third place receives a warp drive. If you're wondering where the very platform that rotates the Iron Stalwart is from, that is a player-made item by the folks over at Hadron (Specifically RyanPryde and Jeronimo), go definitely check it out! We are looking forward to seeing all the pimped out Iron Stalwarts Noveans!
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I'm going to comment.. and honestly maybe this'll be the last comment on the forum. The appeal of Dual Universe started back in the day with networking. We built organizations in our head, put them on paper in discord, and then had final rivaling each other with the hanging out thrown in there. Then we got the game and no matter how hard we tried, we could only pull so many people from the prior networking game into the actual game. It was rough, the novelty could only be enjoyed by so many people during the pre-alpha and alpha launches. Technical issues and the unoptimized state stunted the growth that the game needed. I think DU deserved a better outcome that couldn't be executed for many reasons. It wasn't one mistake, and from the people who've told me a number of what went on behind the scenes, it wasn't a lack of will. It ultimately came down to consistent failures; some failures came from scaling a small team into a larger developer, some came from lack of attention on the game, some came from game play design itself, and some came from lack of listening to community feedback. Some issues killed the game more than others and I don't have the answers for which ones were the worst. To be fair, Novaquark had vision. What I'm commenting in terms of the issues is from years ago now. I hope things change. I'll hopefully download the game again and give it a spin to feel some of the memories come back. I agree with @Firestorm that it's more fun with a group... and I wish there were more groups.
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Time to change the business model
Muhadmananda replied to mark-o-solo's topic in General Discussions
well before anything they would have to actually develop the game...tbh it all looks more like the server will get shut down soonish with there being no momentum from novaquark at all. optimistically thinking they could be working on a bigger update but i kinda doubt it sadly...DU could have been a great game but they really rammed it in the ground. -
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Calisius replied to NQ-Nyota's topic in Announcements
Ooow thank! Lets go for the exiting Pure Nickel Productivity 😁😂 Gotta keep that factory running! -
FWIW, if your business model consisted of a subscription of less than $10 per month, I'd still be playing DU but at approx $20 per month it's too expensive so I have found other games that are less than $10 per month. You could so easily have a cheap subscription or zero subscription for just the basic game with extras we have to pay to be able to do. At the moment you are getting nothing from me and I'm not playing so offering me double talent points just isn't going to get me back. If you offered players like me who have left half a year or more ago, a six month sub for $10 per month, I'd come back and so might others. Just giving you feedback.
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Zarcata replied to NQ-Nyota's topic in Announcements
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space_man replied to NQ-Nyota's topic in Announcements
No, thank you sir