Tier 4 DELAYED! Behemoth is Now 1620! | AGS Roadmap Changes

Summary

The video discusses AGS's last-minute update to their game roadmap, delaying the release of Tier 4 content and introducing the Behemoth raid at a reduced item level requirement of 1620 instead of 1640. The update aims to address player concerns about progression systems and raid accessibility. The video also mentions potential nerfs to AA and Theon raids, and changes to Elixir and Transcendence progression, promising a more player-friendly experience. Viewers are encouraged to share their excitement and thoughts in the comments.

Takeaways

• 📅 AGS has delayed the release of their next update and adjusted their roadmap with new plans.
• 🔄 The Behemoth raid will be released in September without Tier 4, and the item level requirement is reduced to 1620.
• 🤔 Concerns are raised about players not having the maximum Transcendence or Elixir sets at 1620, which might affect the Behemoth raid experience.
• 🛠 The developers are expected to nerf the Behemoth raid to accommodate players at the reduced item level.
• 🌐 Changes to progression systems like Elixir and Transcendence are being considered to ensure they are not locked behind hard raid modes.
• 🗓 Tier 4 is now scheduled for release in October, specifically on the 9th, allowing time for players to prepare.
• 🔄 The name 'Express servers' will be changed to 'Ignite servers' to avoid confusion with the brand Coco Express.
• 🗓 The Egar raid is planned for October 16th, but there's a possibility of it being postponed to the 23rd based on player progression.
• 🔉 Nerfs to AA are confirmed for August 28th, with additional nerfs to Aon and Theon raids expected to follow.
• 🎉 The video creator is excited about the upcoming changes and hopes they will be implemented well for a positive impact on gameplay.
• 📢 The video ends with an invitation for viewers to engage with the content, subscribe, and join the stream on Twitch.

Q & A

What is the main update discussed in the script?

The main update discussed is a change in the game's roadmap, specifically a delay in the release timeline for Tier 4 and the introduction of the Behemoth raid at a reduced item level requirement.

Why was there a delay in the release timeline?

The delay was due to a small delay in the localization timeline, which led to a change in the planned release schedule.

What is the new release date for Tier 4?

Tier 4 is now scheduled for release in October, specifically on October 9th.

What is the original item level requirement for Behemoth raid, and what is it being changed to?

The original item level requirement for the Behemoth raid was 1640, but it is being reduced to 1620.

Why is the item level requirement for Behemoth raid being reduced?

The reduction is to allow players to start doing Behemoth earlier from Tier 4 without needing to hone past 1620.

What concerns does the speaker have about the Behemoth raid at the reduced item level?

The speaker is concerned that if Behemoth is not nerfed, players at 1620 might not be strong enough to complete the raid as it was originally designed for 1640.

What changes are being made to the progression systems like Elixir and Transcendence?

The game developers are investigating and planning updates to ensure that player progression is not locked behind completing the hard version of a raid for certain types of progression systems.

What is the expected impact of the changes on player progression?

The changes are expected to make progression systems more accessible and less reliant on completing the hard mode of raids, allowing for smoother progression.

When is the Eggar raid scheduled for release?

The Eggar raid is scheduled for release on October 16th, but there's a possibility it may be pushed back to October 23rd depending on player progression.

What does the speaker hope for in terms of Behemoth raid difficulty?

The speaker hopes that Behemoth will be nerfed to a point where it can be completed at 1620, making it more accessible to players.

What is the speaker's opinion on the overall change to the game's roadmap?

The speaker views the changes as positive but emphasizes the importance of proper execution to ensure a smooth integration into the game and a positive player experience.

Outlines

00:00

📅 Last-Minute AGS Update and Behemoth Raid Changes

AGS has unexpectedly announced a last-minute update to their roadmap, causing a stir in the community. The script discusses a delay in their localization timeline, but also excitement over a revised plan developed with SM Entertainment. The original plan for a September 25th release of Tier 4 has been altered to a standalone Behemoth raid release in September. The item level requirement for this raid is being reduced to 1620, allowing players to engage with it earlier than anticipated. Concerns are raised about the potential difficulty of the raid without the full benefits of Tier 4 gear, maximum Transcendence, and advanced Elixir sets. The script suggests that the Behemoth raid may need to be nerfed to accommodate players at the reduced item level.

05:00

🔄 Adjustments to Raid Progression and Upcoming Nerfs

The script continues with a discussion about changes to progression systems such as Elixir and Transcendence, which are no longer locked behind hard mode raids. This change is already being implemented in Korea and is expected to be mirrored in other regions. The script also addresses the upcoming release of Tier 4, now scheduled for October 9th, allowing players time to prepare with the Behemoth raid and other in-game activities. Additionally, the script mentions the potential for the release of the Egar raid to be adjusted based on player progression. The video creator expresses hope for a delay to allow more players to reach the necessary item levels. Finally, the script notes the upcoming nerfs to AA and Theon, which are expected to improve the raid experience for players.

Keywords

💡AGS

AGS likely refers to the game developer or publisher responsible for the updates being discussed in the video. It is central to the video's theme as it is the source of the changes to the game's roadmap, affecting the player experience and expectations.

💡Roadmap

A roadmap in the context of video games is a plan that outlines the future development and release schedule for new features or content. In the video, the roadmap is mentioned as having been updated, indicating changes to the expected release dates and features, which is a key point of discussion.

💡Localization

Localization refers to the process of adapting a product or content to suit a particular language or culture. The script mentions a delay in the localization timeline, suggesting that the release of certain game content has been postponed due to the time needed to properly translate and adapt it for a global audience.

💡SM gate

SM gate could be a reference to a partner company or a specific team within the game development process that collaborates with AGS. The video mentions a collaboration with SM gate during a trip to Korea, indicating a joint effort in planning and updating the game's content.

💡Tier 4

In many games, tiers represent levels of progression or advancement. Tier 4, as mentioned in the script, seems to be a significant milestone in the game's progression system, with its release being a major event for players, and its delay causing adjustments in the game's update schedule.

💡Behemoth Raid

A raid in gaming typically refers to a challenging, cooperative mission or event that requires a group of players to complete. The Behemoth Raid is a specific event in the game that the video discusses extensively, noting its upcoming release and the adjustments to its requirements.

💡Item Level Requirement

This refers to the minimum level of items a player must have to participate in certain game activities. The script discusses a reduction in the item level requirement for the Behemoth Raid, which affects player eligibility and the perceived difficulty of the raid.

💡Transcendence

Transcendence in the context of the video likely refers to a system within the game that allows characters to grow beyond their normal level cap, enhancing their power. The script mentions concerns about players not having maximum Transcendence at the time of the Behemoth Raid, which could impact the raid's difficulty.

💡Elixir

Elixir in this context seems to be a game item or system related to character progression. The script discusses changes to the Elixir system, indicating that it may no longer be locked behind completing hard versions of raids, which is a significant change in player progression.

💡Nerf

A nerf in gaming refers to reducing the power or effectiveness of a game element, such as a character, weapon, or ability. The video mentions upcoming nerfs to certain game elements, which is expected to make the game more balanced and accessible to players.

💡Endgame

Endgame refers to the final stages or content in a game, typically where players reach the highest levels or face the most challenging content. The script discusses monitoring endgame player progression, which is crucial for determining the timing of new content releases like the Eggar Raid.

Highlights

AGS provided a last-minute update and changed the roadmap.

A delay in the localization timeline was experienced.

New plan was built in collaboration with SM gate.

Tier 4 release date was expected for September 25th.

Behemoth raid will be released separately in September.

Item level requirement for Behemoth raid is reduced to 1620.

Concerns about players not having maximum Transcendence or 40 set.

Expectations for Behemoth raid to be nerfed to accommodate 1620 item level.

Changes to bound golden progression systems like Elixir and Transcendence are being investigated.

Elixir and Transcendence progression will no longer be locked behind hard mode.

Tier 4 update pushed to October 9th.

Eggar raid scheduled for October 16th.

Possible delay of Eggar raid to October 23rd based on player progression.

Nerfs to AA, Aon, and Theon raids are coming on August 28th.

Express servers will be renamed to Ignite servers to avoid confusion.

Monitoring of player progression will influence the release schedule of updates.

Transcripts

oh my God what is this you so two times

in a day what's going on well um it

looks like AGS decided to give us a last

minute update and change the road map

and there's quite a few interesting

changes here that I wanted to go over so

looking at this they are starting off by

talking about how they had this plan to

release everything next month but you

know they've hit a small delay on their

localization timeline but they're

excited to share an update to the plan

that they built in collaboration with SM

gate during their trip to Korea and

they're like hey look we knew that you

know you guys are thinking September

25th probably going to be the time tier

4 comes out right and they're like yeah

you guys are correct that exactly when

it was going to come out but that's not

happening anymore so what is going on

here so in September they are releasing

Behemoth raid by itself and I know what

you guys are thinking this is what I was

thinking as well wait Behemoth raid

that's 1640 originally we were supposed

to get tier 4 to push us up to 1640 so

we wouldn't have to hone past 1620 right

doesn't that mean we have to hone to

1640 ourselves well no they're actually

going to be reducing the item level

requirement to

1620 and we get to start doing Behemoth

a little bit earlier from tier four so

this is very interesting and I really

hope that they do this correctly there's

a couple areas where I feel like they

could really mess up if they don't do

everything correctly now here's the

thing right Behemoth was originally

supposed to be 6040 when we got to 1640

like if our characters get to 1640 our

character is going to be stronger

because well even in tier three that's

extra 20 item levels it was tier four

which means that we would had tier four

gear to boost our power level now in

Korea it was also tier 3 in 1640 so they

didn't have the tier 4 gear so I

understand that but now that they're

taking it down to 1620 on top of not

having 1640 gear the people who are

doing it also won't have maximum

Transcendence they also might just be

starting out with their Elixir so they

might not have 40 set yet these changes

and also Advanced holding right well I

guess that kind of comes with 640 but

you get the deal elixir

Transcendence item level those are all

not coming with this update because some

players are just not going to have their

40 set yet and some players are also not

going to well all the players who are at

1620 don't have their maximum

Transcendence yet so my hope with this

is that they will be nerfing Behemoth

and making it weaker so that anybody can

clear it with 16 20 hopefully 35 set but

I don't know they might make a 40 set

which I mean eh it's not the worst thing

in the world but the Transcendence piece

is definitely going to have to happen

because people of 1620 don't have

Transcendence but we're going to skip

down a little bit ahead at this looking

ahead part they did mention that they

are going to be changing like right here

additionally we know that there are

still many conversations around the

recent changes to bound golden

progression systems such as Elixir and

Transcendence and they are going to

investigate and update to ensure that

player progression is not locked behind

completing the hard version of a raid

for certain types of progression systems

so that is actually happening in Korea

already and I'm sure that that reference

is referring to the update that will be

coming in Korea this week about how and

this is in my other video today um

Elixir are no longer be locked behind

hard mode right they're going to be

legendary starting at, 1600 and

Transcendence you're going to start

getting to level s Transcendence at 1620

you don't have to wait until 1630 and

clear hard Theon to get that now if they

do that and roll out that change let's

say this week right well we still don't

have that much time to work on our level

seven Transcendence and also in normal

mode they give you less dark fire s so I

still expect a lot of players to not be

able to have that full level seven

Transcendence for Behemoth so I really

really hope that they put all of this in

mind and are going to actually be

nerfing Behemoth to a point where we can

actually do it at 1620 and this is

actually a really good change as well

because Behemoth is a 16 man raid which

getting 16 people in a raid is so hard

now we have to get four supports now we

have to get like 12 DPS or whatever it's

not easy we don't have that many people

in our server to support that so I'm

hoping what this means is that Behemoth

will be easier and that way when we get

to 1640 with tier 4 we might be able to

actually just do Behemoth super super

easy and it'll just become homework real

quick because that way we won't have to

worry about as much gatekeeping or

players will be able to get into it I

don't know I really hope that they put

all of this in mind so that when we

actually get it it'll be good instead of

right now which I do still have some

worries about this change which is

overall a good change right because

they're like look things need to be

delayed blah blah blah you don't want to

rush that out half ass which is fine

right which is totally good but they do

have to make sure that they're working

on these things to make sure that these

changes will work well into the game so

we'll have to see right we'll have to

definitely see now with that they pushed

the update for tier 4 into October so

tier 4 is coming in October and that is

coming on October 9th and you know

they're basically saying like look you

know you'll be able to get some time to

do some Behemoth get some weapon

Transcendence all this all that and some

gold and silver to prepare for tier four

which is fine and they're also be

renaming the express servers to ignite

servers which okay sure they just don't

want the name to be very very

confusing um for people coming in

because they're like oh Express servers

with Coco Express we totally understand

that so yeah that's going to change but

the eggar raid is coming in October 16th

so a little bit later it's going to be

about a month and a week after the

Behemoth raid so we're still not going

to be able to get full weapon track

Transcendence unless you're buying the

extra box at the end like the bid box

every single week so if you do want to

get full weapon Transcendence by then be

sure to buy that box but for everybody

else we're not going to be having full

weapon Transcendence for egar which

talking to lust boy in the podcast and

memo I think they said that it should be

doable but it's definitely going to be a

little bit harder um but we're getting

that in October 16th but at the same

time they did say they will be

monitoring player progression as we

approach October and may release eggar

on October 23 depending on the

progression of endgame players so if not

enough players are reaching let's say

1660 1680 by the time this comes out

maybe they're going to be like okay

we'll give you guys an extra week which

actually would be an appreciated thing

because if they give us that extra week

I think we'll actually be able to

complete all of our weapon Transcendence

by then so I really actually hope that

they do push it back by a week I think

that this would be a very good change

and I really hope that they do it um so

guys Let's cross our fingers right but

then looking ahead they did mention that

we are going to be getting our Nerfs to

AA in August 28th but they also

confirmed we're getting the Aon Nerfs

I'm assuming it's the ones in China and

then we're also getting Theon Nerfs

which I'm wondering does it mean it's

just like The Clash Nerfs or if there's

actually more Nerfs to that we'll have

to see but I'm excited for this update

that is coming Wednesday to see what is

coming to our servers and what the Nerfs

are because Akida is still definitely

very very hard especially hard AK kidna

so I hope this will help the clear rate

of people who are doing a kidna cuz I

still definitely get jailed quite a bit

in that raid and then as I mentioned

earlier they are going to be looking at

the changes to Elixir and Transcendence

which is probably the changes that Korea

mentioned in their video again I made a

video earlier for this and they're going

to be bringing all these changes as soon

as possible so so hopefully that means

very soon this week if anything but it's

probably only this week maybe it's going

to be September who knows right so yeah

hopefully you guys are happy about this

change because it's definitely some good

stuff but again they really need to

execute this really well to be able to

make this a positive change or else it's

going to be kind of rough for us you

know imagine doing behemoth at 1620 when

the actual requirements to do it are

1640 and we're just not strong enough to

do it right that would actually suck so

much but that's about it guys hopefully

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