Originally posted by GeezerGamer

 

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Originally posted by Zylaxx

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Originally posted by GeezerGamer

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Originally posted by Vhaln  

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Originally posted by GeezerGamer Funny that you say that. I was looking for some GW2 predictions. I discovered this old post doing some google searching for "Gw2 6 months from now" http://www.mmorpg.com/gamelist.cfm/game/473/view/forums/post/4844867 How ironic that it's about 6mo old.  

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Originally posted by Deleted User  

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Originally posted by Zylaxx The fails and trolls will come up with anything.  Its ok though guys cant stop a freight train that is GW2.  6 months from now what excuses will you be "making" up when GW2 easily becomes the 2nd highest populated in the world?

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  Simply wait 3 months for everyone to finish the content, say "That's it?" and then watch GW2 fizzle down into the little Niche game it really is.

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    Is there another MMO that's more heavily populated than GW2 right now, aside from WoW?  I'm concerned about the way its heading.. but its a bit premature to say he was wrong about that, I think.

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Unfortunately, we really have no way to know what the overall populations really are. That topic has been discussed adnausium and still nothing more than "Servers are Full" can be determined. GW2's success can't really be measured by retention anyway. Once we get past the 2M in sales, the only thing that matters are CS purchases which are also being discussed in other threads now too. My personal opinion is that populations are a lot lower than people are admitting. But at the same time, they aren't at Niche Game levels either.

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If your uncertain as to what the poulation really is and you make assumptions based on anecdotal evidence because you hate the game that is ok.  If I make assumptions based on anecdotal evidence because I like the game I am an evil poster and liar?  GW2 is extremely popular and my quitting post doesnt change that and I basically still stand by most of my assertions.

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How you perceive me, is not how I perceive you. I've never called you an evil poster and a liar. You said that. I just don't think you have any respect for differing opinions. I don't disagree that GW2 is extremely popular. Although, I think our definitions of "extremely" might differ. I'll still say it's popular. And why is it that all the sudden you can get bored, but you aren't an example of how many are feeling? Oh, it's ok for you to stop playing because you have special circumstances but the general population can't possibly share your own experience and say "Yeah it was fun while it lasted"?

One of my favorite MMOs is Anarchy Online. I can say it's not very popular. Do I hate it? No, I am making a judgement based on my observations. Why do you to refuse to acknowlege this difference and continue to try to push people's criticism as hate?

 

Let me ask you straigh up....Do you consider yourself a hater when you are critical? If not, why aren't others given that benefit of the doubt?

There are a lot of very close-minded people on these boards calling everyone else a hater.  If the OP refuses to  recognize this in himself already, maybe it's time to for him to do a little self reflection?  Maybe take a little time out before jumping down everyone's throat?

Originally posted by Zylaxx

As for anyone who is in the same boat as me, could you recommend a game to pass the time away that has exceptional leveling up opportunities?

Welcome aboard.

My advice is to go watch TV, movies or find a hobby to pick up for awhile. I've been doing that and also recently bought a PS3 to play some platform games. Red Dead Redemption is full of win as well.

Other than that, there's really not much you can do, MMO and PC burnout hit me hard like you. Just get away for awhile. Until developers can grow a pair of creatives we're not gonna see much change.

Same crap, different shiny package. Bleh. No mas!

All my favourite games have (had) one thing in common - I have never (ok, almost never) reached level cap.

Reaching level cap means game over for so many people (all is left is crying about pvp not balanced, no endgame, boring, repetitive etc)

Originally posted by Chaserz

Since we are all in our eulogy support group I'll add my two cents:  I knew the game was over for me in 20 levels.  MMOs are supposed to be about a journey of both world exploration and character  growth.  I knew after 10 levels GW2 was just wandering around pointlessly doing the same things repeatedly.

From the outside looking in it has great graphics, a decent story and some unique features but for me it is missing the things that make an MMO appealing to me the NEXT day!

It's off my computer and I am looking for the future.  Maybe the genre is just dying.  Or maybe it's just dying for me.     

This!

Originally posted by Zekiah

Originally posted by Zylaxx

As for anyone who is in the same boat as me, could you recommend a game to pass the time away that has exceptional leveling up opportunities?

Welcome aboard.

My advice is to go watch TV, movies or find a hobby to pick up for awhile. I've been doing that and also recently bought a PS3 to play some platform games. Red Dead Redemption is full of win as well.

Other than that, there's really not much you can do, MMO and PC burnout hit me hard like you. Just get away for awhile. Until developers can grow a pair of creatives we're not gonna see much change.

Same crap, different shiny package. Bleh. No mas!

Funny thing is that I'm hit by a PC gaming burnout but GW2 is one of the few games I've no trouble picking up and playing (the recent games I've played for long periods were Warhammer 40K: Space Marine, XCOM:EU and FTL).

Originally posted by aionix
I think it may be the time for the sandbox to rise.  Personally I stillenjoy GW2, but thats because I'm a casual player nowadays.  What I see happening in MMO's is a shift in market focus.  GW2 may be the last successful themepark MMO, as the industry starts shifting to more sandbox player driven games (the scrapping of EQNext anyone?!).  Just like the fall of console gaming and high graphic linear AAA video games, I believe the themepark MMO is on the way out.

I read that the developers of EQNext are saying it will be a sandbox rather than a themepark, so.....if that's true.....I can't imagine them scrapping it.

Originally posted by just1opinion

Originally posted by aionix
I think it may be the time for the sandbox to rise.  Personally I stillenjoy GW2, but thats because I'm a casual player nowadays.  What I see happening in MMO's is a shift in market focus.  GW2 may be the last successful themepark MMO, as the industry starts shifting to more sandbox player driven games (the scrapping of EQNext anyone?!).  Just like the fall of console gaming and high graphic linear AAA video games, I believe the themepark MMO is on the way out.

 

I read that the developers of EQNext are saying it will be a sandbox rather than a themepark, so.....if that's true.....I can't imagine them scrapping it.

If the devs keep their word about EQN, which I am admittedly skeptical about considering it is Smedley we are talking about here, but IF they keep their word, and it is not hype, then this could be the game for me. I resist getting excited about anything game related anymore. 

They just keep letting me down when I get myself pumped up for them. GW2 was nice for me, because I had low expectations going in, and as such had fun while it lasted. I am looking for something better though, and havebeen enjoying the PS2 beta quite a bit. In fact, the pvp in PS2 feels deeper, more immersive, more challenging and meaningful than any pvp I have done in GW2.

I do not feel ripped off by GW2, but I also do not really feel like I played an MMORPG. 

There are those that can see the train coming miles away, and then there are those that insist there is no train right up until they are a bloody heap under one.

I have no sympathy at all for fan boys under trains. Its the likes of them that unfortunately, will cheer on a failing creation so that nothing is done to fix the issues that need to be fixed until it is too late, and a potentially good, or even great games player base is almost wiped out.

Unfortunately, its the players labeled as 'flamers' that point out problem areas in games that get shot down at every opportunity by these idiots that think they are some sort of MMO guardians, the protectors of truth justice and programming blunders. In reality, its the 'flamers' that are the most helpful to realizing, understanding, pointing out and eventually fixing issues vital for the longevity of gameplay.

But sadly, after a game has lost its momentum and most of its player base, the rock throwing, pitchfork toting protector crowd sits down and wonders why there isnt anyone left to play the game with other then the blowing tumbleweeds.