Mac Special Edition
Revision as of 06:31, 18 November 2008 by imported>Aggelakis (split from City of Heroes on Mac)
The features discussed here may be implemented in future issues and are subject to change before release.
Overview
City of Heroes for Mac OS X was made possible using TransGaming's Cider Portability Engine, which acts as a "wrapper" around the game software, enabling it to run seamlessly on Intel-based Macs.
TransGaming, Inc., is a leader in the development of unique software portability products that facilitate the deployment of games across multiple platforms. TransGaming's portability technologies significantly reduce the time-to-market for and costs associated with multi-platform game releases.
November 7, 2008, saw the beginning of the Mac Client's closed beta testing. [1]
What do we know?
- The client will be available at no extra cost (as a download) for anyone that has an active CoH Account. [2]
- Those who use the Mac Client will connect to the same servers as those connecting with the PC Client. [3]
- It is not actually a full client written natively for the Mac; it is a "wrapper" program like Wine and CrossOver, but more specialized.
- Purchasing the Mac Special Edition or the Goodie Pack (available separately in early 2009) will unlock special items: [4]
What don't we know?
- Everything else.