The Matrix Online Interview, Part Two

GamerGod is offering up the second installment of a three-part interview with Monolith’s Toby Ragaini, in which the lead designer talks about several subjects concerning The Matrix Online. A snippet:

Q: Will logging into and out of the Matrix take place at special ‘phone-in’ locations, like in the movies? If so, what do you have planned if a player goes link dead, or wants to log out quickly?

A: Yes, typically, players will want to jack in and out of the Matrix from a Hardline. Hardlines look like old phones and are found in certain locations throughout the city. Players can also use Hardlines to visit the loading area, teleport to a different Hardline, or rearrange their ability load-out.

If a player goes link dead, or needs to log out in a hurry, they can perform an ’emergency jack out’. This allows players to leave the game wherever they are, but they are extremely vulnerable for a few seconds (so don’t try this while there are opponents around). Also, after an emergency jack out, the character returns to the same spot where they left. They may not travel to another Hardline or use the loading area.