Black Prophecy
A space combat MMO set in a 26th-century conflict.
Black Prophecy was a space combat MMO for Windows, offering real-time 3D dogfights. Developed by Reakktor Media and published by gamigo, it first went live in Europe on 21 March 2011. Reakktor announced the game’s closure in August 2012, and the servers were taken offline on 26 September 2012.
Quick Facts
- Developer
- Reakktor Media
- Publisher
- gamigo AG
- Engine
- Gamebryo
- Released
- 21 March 2011
- Genre
- MMORPG Space simulation
- Modes
- Multiplayer
- Platforms
- Microsoft Windows
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Background
In the 26th century, two factions dominate space: the Tyi, cybernetically enhanced superhumans, and the Genides, biogenetically perfected humans. The Tyi achieve great strength and endurance through augmentation, resist radiation, and process data quickly. The Genides resist hostile environments, heal quickly, communicate telepathically, and have long life expectancy. Both factions enter the territory of the Restorers, an ancient alien race with a history of destructive behavior toward other civilizations.
Gameplay
Black Prophecy focused on player versus player and player versus environment combat. Players received missions from characters or hub terminals, and up to ten could form a team for missions with increased difficulty and better rewards. PvP offered no bonuses beyond mission rewards. The only death penalty was a stacking debuff to ship stats lasting five minutes; destroyed ships left no wrecks and resurrected instantly, with inventory items retained. Players gained levels through mission experience, allocating points to increase stats or a tactics stat for maneuvers like U-turns or speed boosts. Common items were bought from NPC dealers on stations, while advanced items were looted or crafted. Trading between players required manual meetings and a trading window, as no auction or market existed. The crafting system, similar to Korean MMORPGs, used random numbers: players obtained a blueprint and resources, docked at a station, selected the crafting menu, and placed the blueprint. The end result was shown before crafting began, which took time based on product level and allowed no other actions. Crafting could fail, losing all resources, or produce a perfect item with better stats, sellable at high prices.
Development
Development began in late 2006 with a team of 50. Originally planned for a 2009 release by parent studio 10tacle Studios, it premiered at the 2007 Games Convention in Leipzig. The first website went online on 21 August 2007. At E3 2008, a new trailer debuted and closed beta registration opened. After 10tacle's bankruptcy in August 2008, Reakktor confirmed commitment to development. A new website launched on 5 March 2009, and forums opened on 8 April 2009. Originally envisioned as a subscription-based indie game, Gamigo acquired trademark rights and published it as free-to-play. Open beta began in February 2011, and the game released in Europe on 21 March 2011. Sci-Fi author Michael Marrak developed the setting and story.
Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms is Black Prophecy available on?
Black Prophecy was released for Microsoft Windows.
What engine does Black Prophecy use?
Black Prophecy runs on Gamebryo.
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