All Points Bulletin (APB) is a massively multiplayer online freeform combat and driving-based game, designed by the creator of the original Grand Theft Auto (GTA) franchise. Developed by Real Time Worlds Ltd. and published by global online entertainment company, WEBZEN Inc., APB brings players into a living, breathing city where cash is king and territory equals respect. In a fight to dominate the expansive world of APB, players must decide which side of the law to abide by, as Law Enforcement who take on the challenge of supporting and safeguarding justice, or as Gangs, who operate against the law and any opposing groups by any means necessary. APB will provide players with ultimate customization options from their weapons, vehicles and clothes to their attitude, music and environment. APB will carry other conventions of the MMO genre, although details are still being ironed out at this point. What's clear is that there will NOT be a monthly fee to play. Players will be able to create multiple characters, as well. There are "headquarters" of sorts within districts that allow players to have an area outside of the combat zone, possibly to formulate strategies, and in the case of criminals, plan heists. While groups can hold up to 40 members, PvP action only allows for 8 of those members to take on 8 opposing players.APB has the following current release date:APB PC Release DateUK / Continental Europe 02 Jul 2010United States 29 Jun 2010Australia T.B.C.
What was the end-date on the NDA? If it's been through beta, seems like you could.
Ok, here's how the 'free' and 'pay' parts of APB work:You pay for the game(which is $50). You get 50 hours of gametime and unlimited access to the Social District, pre-orders get early access and some VIP junk.Social District- Where customization takes place. You can sell stuff to get in-game currency or RTW, which is 'real-time currency' that you use to buy game time.Game time - This is for the 'combat zone' where the fighting takes place and probably most of the action. Pricing - 200 RTW = $ 5 USD = 20 Hours Game Time 400 RTW = $10 USD = 30 Days Unlimited Game Time. Discount prices for 90 and 180 Day options. 600 RTW = $15 USD1400 RTW = $35 USD2600 RTW = $65 USDGame Time does NOT expire.