The Uplink during Beta 1.3.
The Uplink is a navigation device used as the menu and user interface for Starhawk.
In the Story[]
The Uplink is very common in the Starhawk universe as a communications device. It is the equivalent of a modern-day smart phone or tablet computer.
Features[]
The Uplink is pulled up when Multiplayer is selected from the Main Menu. From here, player can access a number of features:
- Campaign - The single-player campaign.
- Quick Match - Starhawk's version of matchmaking.
- Game List - View the list of servers. Features filters and sorters to find the game you desire.
- Create Game - Allows you to create your own server.
- Co-op - Access Prospector mode.
- Customization - Customize your character and vehicles.
- Skills - Purchase skills that augment your abilities in battle. (Only accessible in-match, unknown if glitch will be fixed)
- Settings - Settings for the game.
- News - View news from LightBox Interactive.
- Clan - A robust clan feature.
- Calendar - View upcoming events.
- Leaderboard - View the top players.
- Inbox - View game invites and clan invites.
- MP Homeworld - Enter a lobby where you can freely build and invite friends.
- Split Screen - Allow a second user on your console to join.
- Explore - Explore the maps safely by yourself.
Only In-Match[]
- Respawn - Commit suicide and redeploy.
- Switch Teams - Switch to the other team.
- Quit Game - Quits the current session and returns you to the Main Menu.