Dev Diary, Oct 16, 2023

Oct.16.2023 BY KIX_Klutch

Developer Diary: Behind the Scenes Updates for WCRA

Hello Commanders,

First and foremost, let me start by expressing our gratitude for being part of the War Commander: Rogue Assault (WCRA) journey for the past (almost) 7 years. It’s your commitment and passion that’s shaped the world of WCRA. Today, we want to pull back the curtain a bit and share some insights about upcoming changes, the rationale behind them, and, importantly, gather your invaluable feedback.

1. Defensive Upgrades Reimagined

Remember those daunting and seemingly unreachable defensive upgrades? We’ve listened to your concerns and taken significant steps. A whopping 70% of defensive upgrade costs have been slashed as of October 7, 2023. The goal? To enhance your experience, making upgrades more achievable and rewarding. We hope this provides a refreshing momentum in your gameplay. Get the full details here from our October Building Upgrade Cost Updates, Oct 7. 2023 post.

2. A Refined Economy

The metal and thorium supply chain had some unintended consequences, leading some players to resort to forbidden tactics. This was never our intention. As a response:

• We’ll be gradually shifting the major metal and thorium sources from events to the war zones and looting. This ensures fair play and rewards those investing genuine effort.
• But don’t fret; we’re retaining some supply in alliance stores, daily crates, and special ops.
• New features on the horizon! Think resource converters, timer-based missions, and more war zone activities. The future looks promising with diverse, skill-rewarding gameplay. 2024 is bound to be a thrilling year!

3. PvP Balance Tuning

Our data indicates that end-game PvP win rates aren’t where they should be. So, we’re introducing periodic, minor balance tweaks to ensure an optimal balance between offense and defense. The good news? Your defensive rates might dip slightly, but your win rates should soar. This is all in pursuit of a healthier, more competitive WCRA environment.

4. A Pause on October Defense Updates

In line with the above, we’re hitting pause on major defensive updates for October. The only exception being the introduction of anti-infantry mines. This is to ensure you have a fighting chance in the war zones and the upcoming War Campaign Season 7. We hear your feedback and are adapting our approach accordingly.

5. Unveiling Veteran Units

Exciting times! Veteran units for the Derecho and Sandstorm rollout tomorrow. While the power boost is minimal, the aesthetics are a testament to your dedication and prowess.

6. Your Thoughts on Unit Acquisition

We’re all ears! We genuinely want to understand what you envision as the most gratifying way to secure new units. As we evaluate event structures and test new events, your feedback is the compass guiding our way. Join us on our official Rogue Assault Discord where we post regular surveys to get your own feedback (we read every comment!)

Share Your Thoughts!

This diary serves as a precursor to a survey we’re launching soon. We aim to get a deeper understanding of your perspectives, apprehensions, and suggestions. We understand change can be challenging, especially for our veteran players. But rest assured, every decision we make aims to enhance WCRA’s longevity, health, and growth.

To our dedicated commanders, we humbly ask you to approach these changes with an open mind. We’re in this together, evolving WCRA for the better. And remember, your feedback is gold to us. So, stay tuned for the survey and let’s shape the future of WCRA together.

Onward and upward, Commanders!

Warm Regards,

The WCRA Development Team