JackTrysGames Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 One of the things mentioned was item variants, which I believe may be an entirely new system of prefixes for items. Examples:Oversized Hoodie (Extra warm and heavy, moved to outerwear slot if it's an Innerwear Torso item. Because who doesn't like oversized hoodies?)Rusty Hatchet (Takes more time to do tasks, but can be cleaned to change into a random positive Variant.)Giant Pork and Beans (More calories, heavier, visibly larger. Limited time deal- now 40% more food per food!)Streamlined Windbreaker (Better wind resist, lighter, less sprint penalty, yet not as warm. Your best friend in a blizzard.)Antique Prybar (Heavier, more durable, and better in struggles. They don't make 'em like they used to.)Tactical Hunting Knife (Better in struggles, worse for normal use. Probably a cheap knockoff self defense tool- I wouldn't advise using it for mundane tasks.) Or maybe it's a reskin system. It is a bit tiring seeing the same T-Shirt over and over again. I'm hoping it's both, to be honest. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Lamp Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Ngl if this would be added to the game, it would feel like playing a more survival-ish, only tundra biome first person terraria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghurcb Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Considering the addition of cooking recipes, "item variants" might refer to different foods with the same stats. Like toffies instead of chocolate bars, or canned ravioli instead of tomato soup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossBondReturns Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 We might finally be able to use the Fire Axe that is in the game files for instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hozz1235 Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 The mod community has done a TON of work on item variants (clothing & food for example). It wouldn't surprise me if HL..be careful of my term here...is inspired by work existing modders have already done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossBondReturns Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 I'll simply say agreed and indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranium Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 I'd guess more items you can make out of animal hides. Bear pants and deer coat, kinda stuff. Different stats to consider. Or maybe different axes - currently it's a hatchet, why not an actual splitting axe, or a maul. I'd love a wood saw, too. Buck up logs quicker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arbor Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Probably just reskins of existing tools. Which Im still pretty excited about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpUpAway95 Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 (edited) I hope it means the variants will have different stats, making them a meaningful addition to the game. The downside of having a variety of skins with no meaningful differences to the gameplay is that they just clutter up the inventory because they won't stack. Since it's associated with a DLC, I'm thinking it'll be things that will have superior versions of them to be found in the DLC zone... like a rifle with a scope or a lightweight ballistic vest. Edited November 9, 2022 by UpUpAway95 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leeanda Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 13 minutes ago, UpUpAway95 said: I hope it means the variants will have different stats, making them a meaningful addition to the game. The downside of having a variety of skins with no meaningful differences to the gameplay is that they just clutter up the inventory because they won't stack. Since it's associated with a DLC, I'm thinking it'll be things that will have superior versions of them to be found in the DLC zone... like a rifle with a scope or a lightweight ballistic vest. Don't go and get my hopes up 😊. A scope would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valuable Hunting Knife Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 I'd like: a folding saw (lighter but less effective) maybe something not fit for purpose, like a mattock, that you have to cope with early game? Proper medical bandages lightweight saucepan from a camping kit (maybe a one of a kind item and not very durable) usable hoods on coats and hoodies! (perhaps with reduced visibility? oh, and maybe a more expensive, multi-purpose blade... As always, I expect HL to come up with at least one item no one saw coming! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conanjaguar Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 I’d like a better crowbar… for fighting off wolves like Dr. Freeman! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k0s0ff Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 3 hours ago, conanjaguar said: I’d like a better crowbar… for fighting off wolves like Dr. Freeman! crowbar is good against the Headcrab. Gravity gun is needed against wolves.))) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hozz1235 Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 On 11/9/2022 at 9:58 AM, UpUpAway95 said: a rifle with a scope The Long Dark Sniper achievement! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimbobjoejr. Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 My potshot guess is maybe just different skins for items, like maybe a hoodie with hinterland's logo, or maybe the knife Jeremiah gave us back in the pre-redux days where it had the antler grip. I don't think it'll be super game changing stuff, but I could be wrong 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Posted November 18, 2022 Share Posted November 18, 2022 My bet is that they'll be more-than-cosmetic variants: a heavier-but-more accurate rifle, a lighter-but-less-durable tool kit, etc. I'm actually really hoping for a lighter tool kit, actually; something like 0.5 kg, but degrades twice as much when used, or even a multi-tool that's 0.1 kg and has very limited uses (3-5). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hozz1235 Posted November 18, 2022 Share Posted November 18, 2022 As I posted in another thread, I hope the "variants" are more substantial than re-skins. I prefer function over form. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arbor Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 (edited) It sounds like they are more substantial: https://www.thelongdark.com/expansion/ > Unique, custom versions of existing in-game items, each with a history and its own special tuning. Special versions of Rifles, Bows, Knives, Hatchets, Lanterns, certain Clothing, etc., to be found in the hidden corners of the world. Also seems like theyre trying to give us lots of ways to find them: Shortwave Radio, Visor Notes and the Trader. Edit: added link Edited November 24, 2022 by Arbor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrak Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 Sorry for reviving this older post but.... In the description, there was a mention of special versions of "Knives, Hatchets". Just to make sure I'm not missing something, but this hasn't been implemented yet, correct? I'm aware of the Rifles, Bow, and Lantern, but those two specifically I've not seen/heard anything about. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGnome91 Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 @Merrak You're right, for now, we just have 3 rifle variants, 1 bow, and 1 lantern, as well as several new clothing items : flight jacket, aviator cap, technical balaclava and hockey shirt. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrak Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 2 hours ago, DaGnome91 said: @Merrak You're right, for now, we just have 3 rifle variants, 1 bow, and 1 lantern, as well as several new clothing items : flight jacket, aviator cap, technical balaclava and hockey shirt. Thanks. That's what I thought, but figured there's always a chance I haven't found everything. 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGnome91 Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 We certainly hope so, at least most of us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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