Toronto, Canada | 15th November 2023 - Fresh on the heels of the release of their tie-in adventure game Journey Across Raava, Toronto-based MMO developer ETLOK Studios has released more details for their upcoming MMORPG Into the Echo, including more information on the multiple crafting systems that will make up a huge portion of the studios unique “social MMO” model of gameplay.
The Art of the Craft
Three new systems have been announced for Into the Echo, each already having some definition through their exploration in Journey Across Raava, ETLOK’s adventure game tie-in which is currently its latest “Kikitora” update.
In ETLOK’s blog update, developers divide crafting in the upcoming MMORPG into three categories, each underscoring the rich lore and history that has been invested into the world of Raava.
Wizden Crafting - Using natural ingredients and traditional methods, Wizden makes use of spells as part of the crafting, turning simple items such as plants and minerals into powerful remedies and concoctions.
Ulkami - Raava’s own flavour of alchemy, a rigorous and exact crafting system based on following correct formulas and proper processes. Players will be able to discover new recipes and expand their understanding of alchemy to produce potent powders and potions. Alchemy in the world of Raava is based on the setting’s unique “Qen” magic.
Qen Smithing - Also drawing from the mystic art of Qen, Qensmiths use Qen magic to shape metal into weapons and armour, while imbuing them with powerful abilities. Spells are used in a sequence to produce various items, and players can learn new smithing techniques and methods as they explore the world.
Learning new recipes in all forms of crafting is a primary component of exploring the world of Raava in Into the Echo, as players will be able to discover ingredients, blueprints, and recipes all across the eras of time.
A Hubs-and-Spokes Philosophy
Into the Echo has drawn attention from fans due to its unique approach of rebuilding the social experience back into MMOs. The crafting and gathering system, as with all of Into the Echo’s gameplay, is fundamentally tied to Into the Echo’s Hub & Spoke progression system, which allows players to explore and advance in any craft or discipline in the game world, while not being limited by linear progression or system.
A Year in Approach
As development continues, ETLOK Studios Co-Founder Askshay Kolte hopes to share more information on the social climate of Into the Echo as 2023 closes and 2024 begins. “We’re very excited about what 2024 will bring to this project,” he explains. “And we hope to share more updates on our process of making the game experience feel more social and cooperative without infringing on the player's sense of individuality and independence.”
Players ready to explore the world of Raava ahead of the MMO’s release can participate in the Journey Across Raava adventure game, receiving regular content updates. Players can also get an early look at all three crafting systems and craft items within the game themself. Inside game looks and updates are also shared regularly on the game’s community Discord server.
INTO THE ECHO - OFFICIAL DISCORD
ETLOK's Philosophy
'Into the Echo breaks from traditional MMOs by addressing diversity of purpose; each player has a unique identity and we want that to be derived from the actions they take and role they choose to play, not just a different appearance, race or class.' - Akshay Kolte, ETLOK Co-Founder
For further information, key requests, media and interviews contact:
PR Agency, The Game Marketer: intotheecho@thegamemarketer.com
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Press Kit - Into the Echo | Press Kit
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Website - Into The Echo | MMORPG
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Discord - Into The Echo | Discord
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Twitter - Into the Echo | Twitter
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Instagram - Into the Echo | Instagram