We've been experimenting with different looks and optional higher resolution terrain textures that would require the minimum of an 8 Meg video card. It is unlikely these new textures will be available when the beta is released, but they will be implemented soon after. Here is a screen shot of what is currently being developed.
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John "SUPERFLY" Guytan - Art Director
HiTech Creations
"The Artist Formerly Known As MONKEY"