Star Trek Online: Tier 2

I find Star Trek Online surprisingly addictive - to the extent that some of my WoW friends have commented on my absence from that game!

My earlier misgivings regarding ground combat seem harsh upon review; I've since reconsidered this part of the game now that I have some more hours logged. It's still not great (nor as good as it could be) but as I've become accustomed to command and maneuver controls I've come to understand what the developers were working towards. Space combat is still more fun for me and remains my favourite part of the game - but I have a growing respect for other aspects of STO.

This morning I reached Lieutenant Commander and unlocked the Tier 2 escort ship. I briefly frustrated myself as I couldn't decide between a science vessel or an escort ship - but in the end I reasoned that a tighter turning circle and more weapons would suit my play style as it is. Perhaps later I'll step sideways and try a science ship but for now I'll stick with doing loads of damage to bad guys!

USS Tricorne my Rapier class escort
...with Ushaan nacelles because I believe they should hang down rather than stick up!
(Click on image for a larger version)

So STO still pleases me. It's simple and fun and casual and those are all things that appeal to me as I get older :P

Apparently a death penalty and difficulty slider are being introduced in an upcoming patch - features that will help keep the gamers playing. It's good to see that the developers are adding features that kids are asking for although they know that the player base will drop when the included 30 days are used up.


Edit: As requested, the Tricorne from another angle. This shows the ship from underneath and features the deflector and underside of the saucer. Her controversial Ushaan nacelles can also be seen clearly in this shot. As always, click on the image for a larger version.