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''[[Elite Dangerous]]'' has a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=35 massive scope] and [[Frontier Developments]] have ambitious development plans. Frontier takes an iterative approach to ''Elite Dangerous'' content, gradually building upon features to expand and improve the game. | ''[[Elite Dangerous]]'' has a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=35 massive scope] and [[Frontier Developments]] have ambitious development plans. Frontier takes an iterative approach to ''Elite Dangerous'' content, gradually building upon features to expand and improve the game. | ||
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During an interview at [[Lavecon]] 2015, [[David Braben]] stated that he had a clear intention of a 10 year development plan for the game, which includes smaller free updates, paid major updates, and expansions.<ref>https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/165775-Lavecon-News</ref> On March 1, 2019, Frontier stated they have a continued and unwavering commitment to making ''Elite Dangerous'' the most authentic, ambitious, and expansive evolving space game in the world.<ref name=":5" /> | During an interview at [[Lavecon]] 2015, [[David Braben]] stated that he had a clear intention of a 10 year development plan for the game, which includes smaller free updates, paid major updates, and expansions.<ref>https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/165775-Lavecon-News</ref> On March 1, 2019, Frontier stated they have a continued and unwavering commitment to making ''Elite Dangerous'' the most authentic, ambitious, and expansive evolving space game in the world.<ref name=":5" /> | ||
Below is an overview of updates and expansions, both released and planned. | Below is an overview of updates and expansions, both released and planned. | ||
== Season 1: Post-Launch == | == Season 1: Post-Launch == | ||
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* [[Passenger Carrier|Passenger]] transport | * [[Passenger Carrier|Passenger]] transport | ||
* [[Holo-Me]] | * [[Holo-Me]] | ||
* [[Multicrew]] | * [[Multicrew]] | ||
* [[Megaships]] | * [[Megaships]] | ||
* [[Camera suite|Camera Suite]] | * [[Camera suite|Camera Suite]] | ||
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[[Elite Dangerous: Beyond]] is the third season of expansions planned for Elite Dangerous through the year of 2018. The main focus is core gameplay, existing features, quality of life and other improvements.<ref name=":0" /> Beyond updates are free for all [[Horizons]] owners.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/9pbpvh/beyond_chapter_four_exploration_reveal_megathread/</ref> The most notable are: | [[Elite Dangerous: Beyond]] is the third season of expansions planned for Elite Dangerous through the year of 2018. The main focus is core gameplay, existing features, quality of life and other improvements.<ref name=":0" /> Beyond updates are free for all [[Horizons]] owners.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/9pbpvh/beyond_chapter_four_exploration_reveal_megathread/</ref> The most notable are: | ||
* New [[ships]]: | * New [[ships]]: [[Alliance Challenger]], [[Alliance Chieftain]], [[Alliance Crusader]], [[Krait MkII]], [[Krait Phantom]], [[Mamba]] | ||
* New hybrid fighters: [[XG7 Trident]], [[XG8 Javelin]], [[XG9 Lance]] | * New hybrid fighters: [[XG7 Trident]], [[XG8 Javelin]], [[XG9 Lance]] | ||
* New weapons | * New weapons | ||
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* [[Elite: Dangerous FAQ#Can I own and control capital ships.3F|Availability of giant ‘executive control’ ships to players]]. - see [[Capital Ships]]. | * [[Elite: Dangerous FAQ#Can I own and control capital ships.3F|Availability of giant ‘executive control’ ships to players]]. - see [[Capital Ships]]. | ||
The [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=35 scope of ''Elite'' is huge], so a sensible strategy is used to add to the game in stages.<ref name=":3">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM Elite: Dangerous Development Plan]</ref> ''"The core release of the game focuses on the ships and space. We'll then be working to expand the game. This includes exploring your ship and space stations. The potential content for Elite is huge, so we're keeping a sensible strategy to add to the game in stages."''<ref>https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1461411552/elite-dangerous/faqs</ref> | The [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=35 scope of ''Elite'' is huge], so a sensible strategy is used to add to the game in stages.<ref name=":3">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM Elite: Dangerous Development Plan]</ref> ''"The core release of the game focuses on the ships and space. We'll then be working to expand the game. This includes exploring your ship and space stations. The potential content for Elite is huge, so we're keeping a sensible strategy to add to the game in stages."''<ref>https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1461411552/elite-dangerous/faqs</ref> | ||
Keep in mind that the game has been [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=151 well planned and designed from the start] with all these features in mind (it is not an afterthought) and [http://elite-dangerous.wikia.com/wiki/Elite:_Dangerous_FAQ#Does_the_.22Elite:_Dangerous.22_developer_Frontier_Developments_have_enough_expertise_to_pull_off_such_an_ambitious_project.3F Frontier Developments already has the technology for this.]<ref name=":3" /> | Keep in mind that the game has been [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EM0Gcl7iUM8&t=151 well planned and designed from the start] with all these features in mind (it is not an afterthought) and [http://elite-dangerous.wikia.com/wiki/Elite:_Dangerous_FAQ#Does_the_.22Elite:_Dangerous.22_developer_Frontier_Developments_have_enough_expertise_to_pull_off_such_an_ambitious_project.3F Frontier Developments already has the technology for this.]<ref name=":3" /> | ||
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These are comments related to [[Elite Dangerous: Beyond]]. | These are comments related to [[Elite Dangerous: Beyond]]. | ||
On 24 May 2017, Frontier's head of communications Zac Antonaci commented on future major updates after [[Horizons]]: ''"So with the Horizon season of expansions coming to a close, what is beyond 2.4 I hear you ask? Well, it certainly isn’t the end of this amazing journey… we’re only just getting started!"''<ref name=":0">https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/354066-Elite-Dangerous-2-4-and-beyond</ref> | On 24 May 2017, Frontier's head of communications Zac Antonaci commented on future major updates after [[Horizons]]: ''"So with the Horizon season of expansions coming to a close, what is beyond 2.4 I hear you ask? Well, it certainly isn’t the end of this amazing journey… we’re only just getting started!"''<ref name=":0">https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/354066-Elite-Dangerous-2-4-and-beyond</ref> | ||
''"Our awesome dev team are dedicated to continuing to build and improve the Elite Dangerous experience with an exciting long term vision in mind. We’re happy to be able to confirm that the next major updates following 2.4 will focus on core gameplay, existing features, quality of life and other improvements! We’re delighted to be investing a considerable amount of development and effort into making the core gameplay experience even better for our fantastic community or players."<ref name=":0" />'' | ''"Our awesome dev team are dedicated to continuing to build and improve the Elite Dangerous experience with an exciting long term vision in mind. We’re happy to be able to confirm that the next major updates following 2.4 will focus on core gameplay, existing features, quality of life and other improvements! We’re delighted to be investing a considerable amount of development and effort into making the core gameplay experience even better for our fantastic community or players."<ref name=":0" />'' | ||
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In an interview with PCGN at E3 2018, [[Frontier Developments|Frontier]]'s founder and CEO, [[David Braben]], said that while he wouldn’t rule out a sequel to the deep-space adventure, fans shouldn’t expect to see anything on that topic soon.<ref name=":4">https://www.pcgamesn.com/elite-dangerous/elite-dangerous-2</ref> | In an interview with PCGN at E3 2018, [[Frontier Developments|Frontier]]'s founder and CEO, [[David Braben]], said that while he wouldn’t rule out a sequel to the deep-space adventure, fans shouldn’t expect to see anything on that topic soon.<ref name=":4">https://www.pcgamesn.com/elite-dangerous/elite-dangerous-2</ref> | ||
Braben said ''“the world has changed. We’re coming to the end of the fourth year of Elite Dangerous.”'' | Braben said ''“the world has changed. We’re coming to the end of the fourth year of Elite Dangerous.”'' That's ''“a wonderful place to be in,” ''but ''“isn’t to say there won’t be something at some point.”'' A sequel is a ''“long time off and there is lots to do in the Elite Dangerous world.''”<ref name=":4" /> | ||
== Related Links == | == Related Links == | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
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