Hawken
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Private Server Pioneer Package Now Available
Here's the quick overview of what you get:
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<*>90 days of private server time
<*>A Hawken sticker (yeah, they're awesome)
<*>A Hawken mouse (G400 series - yeah, those awesome ones with the Hawken graphics)
<*>And you will likely get to hear a lot of the melodious sound of my voice, since I'm sure you may have questions along the way
<*>You can also score the Nemesis bundle for a good discount
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You have one week to pick up this package. It's a limited release, so now is your chance to get in early! Later on, we will expand the private server availability, don't worry.
The roll-out will begin May 1st. We will cover more roll-out details in a live stream next Thursday, and of course our world-class support will make sure you are pleased as punch.
Here's the link to where you can go to buy this package:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hawken-server-pioneer-event-max-100-tickets-16685841802
Below is a picture of the mouse and sticker:
EU Server Downtime Tonight 9 PM PDT
Comms from CapnJosh: What's in motion right now
Figured I should give an update on where a number of things are at:
1. I know some of the private servers are unavailable right now.
- We're working on something pretty exciting with regards to the private server rentals, so the disruption will be worth it ;)
2. Steam has Hawken featured on their home page rotation. It's all kinds of fun out there.
- I think a "Welcome Back" might be in order. Hawken is alive and kicking, and the future looks bright!
3. I'm aware of some transactions for MC failing for some of you.
- I'm beginning to suspect some very old bug may be at play. If you don't mind, submit a support ticket - we're actively collecting samples of problems you guys may experience.
4. Build systems are "talking" again.
- This implies the old development infrastructure is functional (at least at the OS and networking levels). The build agents seem ok, as does source code.
- I'm very, very happy about this
5. Our first swag giveaways actually happened!
- We're gathering shipping details now, so our lucky winners will be posting their new mice soon (you will be doing that, right????)
Questions for you:
1. Did you like servers with more slots? How many slots for each game mode do you think is ideal?
2. How do you like my build server rebuild workstation area?
Join in on the community discussion on our forums https://community.playhawken.com/topic/1249-whats-in-motion-right-now/
xVaNiTyo, Jonjamin, & ThisIsMetalFury WINNERS!!
Double XP/HC and East Coast Servers
I've received comms from CapnJosh that the East Coast servers should start appearing, he's been moving servers around. In light of that we've turned on the double XP/HC until tomorrow (4/21) noon PDT. Enjoy!
Stress Test Weekend, Double XP/HC and Hawken Mouse contest!
Good luck Pilots!
Stress Test - Double XP / HC Weekend and Random Code Giveaways!
All weekend long we'll have Double XP/HC and Tiggs will be doing random code giveaways in game and on live streams. We've also added the Technician, Raider and Grenadier to Test Drive for Free! So Pilots man those mechs and get out there and fight!
Free Mech Test Drive: Technician, Raider, & Grenadier
For a limited time, you can test drive the Technician, Raider, & Grenadier mechs for free. All 3 mechs are come fully equipped with items and internals. Stop by your garage to test drive these mechs until Friday, April 24th!
Weekly Update - 2015-04-17
1. New physical servers in Los Angeles, Ashburn, and Frankfurt.
- I'm bringing them online as I write this.
2. Old dev build-related systems are being recovered
- Includes build servers, art asset tracking, project management, bug tracking, domains, etc.
3. Released a new paint
- believe it or not, this kind of thing is kinda scary
4. Released new mech parts
- Yay for the "Hon"
5. Did our first Hawken gear giveaway
6. Didn't horribly break anything
- hey, that should be a "win" every day ;)
What I see coming up this next week:
1. Refine the gameserver load each new physical host server runs
2. Work on getting the private server management web site back up
3. Work on reviving old build systems
4. Find out the *actual* state of old development branches
5. Continue identifying the patterns involved with accounts that have messed-up mechs and whatnot.
- By all means, submit support tickets and describe as much as you can. They're been very very helpful.
6. More references to Hawken: Genesis
- Dig it out and keep it handy!
Btw, you guys are awesome. The Hawken community has one of the best reputations in the industry.
CapnJosh