Ashes Cricket 2013 FAQ | Release: 21/06/13 | Pre-Order Links Inside

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This can added to as required so everyone can trot out the time-honoured phrase "read the FAQ!".

Official FAQ:
https://www.facebook.com/AshesCricket2013/app_340820536415
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The Facts...

When will the game be released?

21st of June 2013

What platforms is the game for?

Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U & PC

Didn't Trickstar make International Cricket 10? Will this just be an updated version of that?

Yes, they did make IC10 with Codemasters but AC13 will be "built from scratch" according to producer Jamie Firth - see the related "Ask Chief" thread for more in-depth information

Do England cricket players really play cricket video games?

We understand that they used to but now it's all FIFA, PES and F1. Something must be done.

When can the first screen shots be expected?
Unknown at this point... Keep an eye on the forums or the Ashes Cricket official website.

How far along is the game in development right now?
It's approximately an 18 month development cycle, or two babies. On that, we currently have one baby and the second has been conceived.

When can we expect a website?
Online now: Ashes Cricket 2013 The Video Game ...and on Facebook & Twitter

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The Speculation...

Chief Answers...

Note: Newest answers are at the top of this list, oldest at the bottom

• Editing player stats as much as we want!
  
• Reminder that everything is new in Ashes13 - see the specific podcast and video blog threads for more information.
  
• "Stamina" for Batsmen/Bowlers to make a return in AC13
  
• DRS Mechanics, Sound and Commentary... and how it may work together in the game...
  
• Physics in AC13 is discussed, relating to "edges" from the bat....
  
• 3D will not be supported, but a nice little hint at the animations expected for when a batsman is bowled...
  
• The catching system in AC13 is being overhauled from previous versions...
  
• Field settings and AI extended discussion and how they're trying to make it as realistic as possible...
  
• Pitch conditions will return, along with dew and weather conditions...
  
• Chief talks Spidercam, Pitches and Player Editors...
  
• Questions answered about Ashes 13 and it's life on a "Next Gen" console, various control options (similar to IC10) and various game tweaks from AC09 and IC10
  
• Tournament modes to be (at a minimum) the same as what was included in International Cricket '10
  
• Ashes Cricket 2013 will have autoplay functions that will have realistic outcomes as much as possible
  
• Various comments on a "MotM" style feature being included
  
• Motion capture is being used to generate all new player animations
  
• Player fatigue may be included, just one of a few possibilities and beta testing may be open to PlanetCricket members...
  
• UDRS is not guaranteed to be in the game, only a possibility at this stage.
  
• Regarding Licensing of Team Names, Kits and Brands in the prior games and in AC 13
  
• Weather features are a strong possibility of being included in the game...
  
• Even more comments on the possible inclusion of a tour/season mode being included in the game"
  
• Regarding the inclusion of a variety of stadiums in the game...
  
• Further clarification on the possible inclusion of a possible tour/season mode but not a full all encompassing "Career" mode
  
• Regarding Animal Testing to come up with a new controller for cricket enthusiasts...
  
• Regarding the exclusion of any "Career" mode in the game (ie; there will not be one included)
  
• Regarding the popularity of online play and the possibility of "Stump Cam"
  
• Regarding specific game features being included
  
• Chief gives IC10 a "rating out of 10" and comments on the games weaknesses and positives.
  
• More thoughts/confirmation of online play being included in AC13
  
• Regarding what platforms the game will be released on and PC "leading development" for AC13
  
• Regarding AC13 having "cricket consultants and players" contributing to the new game
  
• First official "screenshot" from AC13

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The Podcasts...

Podcast 1

Podcast 2

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The Video Diaries...

Part 1

Part 2

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The Interview...

Short Q&A with Jamie Firth (Chief)

 

[Chief]

When can the first screen shots be expected?
Not this side of Xmas: I'd expect you to start seeing visuals sometime around February...

How far along is the game in development right now?
It's approximately an 18 month development cycle, or two babies. On that, we currently have one baby and the second has been conceived.

When can we expect a website?
That I don't know, but I would expect around the same time as visuals (pretty boring website otherwise!)

 

[Chief]

The tracking of player statistics is a crucial aspect of games like cricket and baseball. How committed are you to implementing this feature in AC13?

Very committed: so much so that there's an entire thread dedicated to it, so have a read and make sure that what *you* mean by "Stat-Tracking" is covered in there, and we'll do our best to make sure it's in the game.

http://www.planetcricket.org/forums...rum/what-do-you-mean-stat-tracking-81582.html

 

[Chief]

Thank you.

You don't know how much it means to the cricket gaming community to hear from someone who is responsive and transparent. We've been treated so badly in the past. I, for one, appreciate reciprocity in the respect and discussion.

Who are you, and what have you done with the real Captain Oz?

We all want the same thing, and that's for the game to be blisteringly awesome: this forum is absolutely key to that, and every drop of feedback only helps us get there.

 

[Chief]

Someone on Facebook noticed that the Amazon page seems to have been updated with some new information... I didn't think some of that was being announced yet, but seeing as it's there I don't see the harm in drawing your attention to the possibility...