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[nogwart]

Hi, I just discovered HAWKEN, and have played a few matches now, enough to know that I could potentially grow to like this game even though I don't particularly care for most multiplayer experiences.  So, greetings fellow HAWKENers!

But, one question, please:  I noticed a few apposing players who seem to have extraordinarily "gifted" movement capabilities.  That is, they seem to be able to move, jump, and run much faster than I can.  Are abilities like these granted/chosen upon "leveling" (if that is possible), or are they specific to particular mechs, or is it possible for players to "cheat" these abilities..... or, am I just imagining these things_

[Silverfire]

Welcome to Hawken!

These supposed speed buffs are imaginary. Each different weight class has different speed values: A classes are the fastest, B classes are middling, and C classes are the slowest.  This speed are not granted upon leveling, and unfortunately there are a few speedhackers in the game. However, these players you're encountering are likely just experienced with the movement mechanics and know how to maneuver.

[EM1O]

go to the Mech info page on the PlayHawken.com website. It'll give you a little more basic info on speed etc factors. It boils down to a trade-off between armor, abilities and speed. There is also a flyout on your Garage menu for each mech you own that will info you on your particular mech(s).
Now if devs ever come up with a 1200hp armor, 250dps cannon, 35m/sec runspeed mech.....yeh. i know. all the mechs on the field will be this one.
Welcome aboard!

Edited by EM1O, March 30 2014 - 05:39 AM.