This game could beneift from a classic server.

[nekrothing]

Usually when someone brings this subject up, it turns into an argument blinded by nostalgia. I'd like to avoid that by discussing how this game could objectively benefit from the inclusion of a classic server.

Firstly, some background information: http://massively.joystiq.com/2014/05...rver-detailed/

Lineage 2 is currently in the process of launching three subscription-based hybrid-classic servers (classic servers with some modern amenities) which are being beta tested at the moment. NCSoft originally planned to have only one, but it became popular enough to warrant three. They're currently the most populated servers in the game.

Second classic server launched, with international ones being considered: http://2p.com/6773375_1/Innova-wants...by-Apophis.htm

Third classic server launched: http://i.imgur.com/e2zryGU.jpg

EU classic server confirmed: http://boards.rochand.com/viewtopic....art=350#p27507

NA classic server being considered: http://s16.postimg.org/ce6zleln9/Dear_NCsoft.png

Now, how is this relevant? For quite some time, there are those who have hoped that Square would release some sort of classic server for FFXI. With the recent influx of players, the aging Lineage 2 has proved that it might be worthwhile for Square to test the waters with their own hybrid-classic server. If it'll revitalize the population and bring people back, having some sort "PTS-Classic Server" to gauge the interest wouldn't be a bad idea.

What are your thoughts?