I keep playing because I enjoy the game. I have two classes at Level 50 now (Summoner, my main, and White Mage) and I am looking forward to playing them all to end game one day. I enjoy the class mechanics and combat. I think the main reason I play the game though, is because I love the story and lore of this world. I still have many class quests to complete and endgame things (Such as dallies) to still win. I have also been very impressed with how much story content is added into the game via patches, so that keeps me looking forward too!

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Was wondering what keeps everyone playing. Lately I find my self having to force myself to play the game cause I pay for it every month. I usually just log in, reset my retainers, then try to find something to do.

After 2.3 hit, sure it was fun for a week, but then then I realized most of the game got killed off for me and everything became less of a chore and more monotonous. Didn't need to run dungeons anymore cause hunts became the 1 stop shop. Stopped doing hunts because of the drama, and now it's impossible to find consistant pug groups that are competent for fights. Trying my hardest to hold on til 2.4

What keeps you playing?
If you are forcing yourself to play, then perhaps you should just take a brake or un-sub for a while. Come back in a patch or two, and see if you enjoy it again. A brake from MMO's can do wonderful things, I have found in the past. Means you can come back to it with fresh eyes!

I must admit, it boggles my mind why some people seem to play a game they hate just because they have payed for a month in advance, or because they are a fan of the brand. I see the same thing with SWTOR, and even WoW! If you are not enjoying the game and feel 'forced' to do play it, then I fear you have only yourself to blame if you continue.