Stargate Worlds Beta

Official date for the beta of SWO is October 15. This is a big step in getting a game out of development and into the hands of the fans, after which we will probably have much more information about archetypes, races, weapons and everything else.

Closed Beta will begin on 10/15.
The developers here are very excited to start this next stage in their developmental process with you all! Currently, we are working on implementing beta selection criteria and will be sending beta keys to those that we would like to join us! Not all invites will be sent out before the 15th - this will be a gradual process after the date. Just stay tuned on the forums for changes to the beta registration process. All community members will be given a fair shot, don’t worry! (source)

Don't forget to apply for the beta here!

Stargate Worlds Archetypes

Archetypes, or more commonly known as classes are somewhat different to those traditionally found in MMORPG's. There will be no specific healer class, as everyone has the ability to be a medic, although some archetypes will be better than others at healing and reviving others.

Opportunity for specialization within classes, and the ability of more than one class to perform certain functions within a group, should lead to more flexibility in grouping. A robust tech tree will make each class far more customizable and replayable.

The classes are:

• Archaeologist
• Asgard
• Goa'uld
• Jaffa
• Scientist
• Soldier
• Commando

Until the game is released, this class list and the classes themselves are subject to change. Asgards, Goa’uld and Jaffa are non-humans, while Archaeologist, Commando, Scientist and Soldier are humans.

Each archetype can specialize into one of the three different trees, which will define a particular play style. I should note that the Scientist and Archeologist are non-combat classes, meaning they will excel in solving various puzzles and similar.

Each archetype will have its own starting area, which will teach you how to play it and also give you a rich backstory that comes from 10 seasons of Stargate SG1.

Stargate Worlds Teaser Trailer

This trailer features a human in ballistic armor, a female Jaffa wearing a Horus guard helmet, and an Asgard with his accompanying drone. The team starts off on Agnos, and travels to a brand new, previously unreleased, world -- Anima Vitrus.

We come in peace... wait, no we don't!

Stargate Worlds Combat Gameplay Preview

Here's a short video to give you a hint into how combat works in Stargate Worlds Online.

About Stargate Worlds

Stargate Worlds is an upcoming MMO (massive multiplayer online) game, inspired by Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis series.

It's a Sci-fi adventure game which will send you and your allies across the galaxy, where you will discover alien worlds and explore ancient civilizations.

Features:

• Feel the heat: master the battlefields using modern tactics and firepower
• Travel instantly: dial it up the Stargate to explore dozens for worlds from ancient civilizations to high tech planets
• Team up: battle devious and powerful enemies with your friends
• Find the new you: pick from seven archetypes with unique skills and styles
• Don't fight it: simulate translation, repair and sabotage with mini-games as your buddies battle it out
• Solve the mystery: galaxy-spanning story based on the award-winning Stargate television series