While the core game will be free to download and play for new players, extra features and additional content will be made available once they upgrade to Gold status. Current subscribing players will automatically be upgraded to Gold, but it looks like they will need to continue dishing out the monthly fee to keep their premium status.
John Needham, CEO of developer Cryptic Studios, had this to say about the decision;
"Transitioning Champions Online to the free-to-play model is a great opportunity to reach a whole new audience of PC gamers that view subscription fees as a barrier to entry. By taking care of our current subscription-based community and welcoming the addition of new players through free-to-play, Champions Online is poised to build upon its success and to establish a new leadership position as the first free-to-play superhero MMO."
Champions Online features an extensive character creator, a wide range of powers to suit any theme or playing style and the ability to create your own nemesis. The game's free-to-play closed beta will begin on November the 9th and will be available to a select number of current players.
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