This is half reminder and half news. Remember Sony Online Entertainment’s All-Access Program? It starts today, and just newly added to the program is upcoming open world zombie game H1Z1.
So, this is how SOE’s All-Access Program works today moving forward:
For $ 14.99 a month, you get blanket membership across several SOE games. This includes DC Universe Online, Planetside 2, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Vanguard Saga of Heroes, Everquest Next, and as noted above, H1Z1.
Furthermore, you get 500 Station Cash per month, 10 % off the Marketplace, and more exclusive promos and discounts. Existing members are automatically transferred over and will feel the discount moving forward. The 10 % discount does have some exceptions, including Station Cash top-ups, but overall you get a plum deal.
Regarding SC, if you bought 3, 6, or 12 month memberships, you won’t get the SC all at once. You can log in now to get your 1st installment of 500 SC, and then come back every month for every successive installment. There will be a UI feature on the Marketplace screen to let you know you received the 500 SC, as well as when it will expire. SOE will also work on redesigning the Account Management pages so this information is easier to find.
On the side, Vanguard Saga of Heroes and Wizardry Online will also transition to the plan, but both games are being retired July 31. Those players will get the benefit of the lower rates until then. You can get further details on the plan in the FAQ.
Image is from H1Z1
