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[Jojoya]

My god, those guides are atrocious. The animation is hideous and the information is just bad, really bad. I thought you guys were being dramatic, but holy Jesus. It seriously feels like something aimed at children, but I don't think a 5 years old should be playing this.

They may end up more successful than you think.

People of all ages watch animated movies even if they appear to be designed to appeal to small children. It's fun entertainment even if you're not a kid or don't have them.

Older adults are going to understand that the starter guide art style is intended for "audiences of all ages" and that it's not targeted specifically at them. They'll shrug it off. It's especially going to appeal to adults who are looking for something they can play with their children or grandchildren (especially if they live apart and can only do things together online).

The ones most likely to end up put off by it would be young adults, but they aren't a strong MMORPG demographic anymore. They're usually more interested in mobile games or competitive games.

ERP isn't officially endorsed 'content' by SE. It is thus correctly seen as fringe activities by outsiders. These videos are not only endorsed but CREATED by SE.

Then look at it this way - the starter guide may drive away the potential new ERPers who would think it's gross to be ERPing in a kiddie game..

This has always been the problem. SE doesn't treat us like children because we are stupid. They WANT their main payers to have the mind of a child and thus design their content for said children. Children who don't complain when the content slop they're fed isn't real food. You can already see this with Endwalker. Endwalker is lazily made slop, yet the 'majoritah' eats it up like good little piggies. These 'guide' videos are only a part of their training.

If you truly, genuinely believe this...

Why are you even here playing this game?