Should I still do side quests?

[Culfinrandir]

Yes. There's a lot of interesting stories to hear and even possibly some gear/items to obtain. Also, in 2.x there were things that only became accessible after you'd done certain side quests so it's easier to get them done and out of the way. =)

[toddx77]

I continued and reached 60 without wasting the exp from those quests. So I suggest continue with the main quest first.

Ok that is what I was thinking but wanted to double check first.

Yes. There's a lot of interesting stories to hear and even possibly some gear/items to obtain. Also, in 2.x there were things that only became accessible after you'd done certain side quests so it's easier to get them done and out of the way. =)

Yes I am aware of that as I have gotten some gear already from side quests. I still plan on doing those side quests with alt jobs, but I guess I will continue with the main story as my brd.