Quote Originally Posted by Abriael View Post
Reading articles and being a modder (mind you, I'm a modder too as a hobby, but that's not of much consequence) or a budding indie (best wishes on that) don't exactly give much experience in the industry.
Thanks - not really looking for a sell on this one as much as personal fun and practice. Better designs later when they are feasible for my programming skills.. Moar 3d tricks required lol

Quote Originally Posted by Abriael View Post
It's a common misconception between gamers to think that such experiences go any deep under the crust on the industry, and that's why so many have that "i know better than a developer!" attitude that developers hate with their whole guts.
That is annoying in any field lol

Quote Originally Posted by Abriael View Post
This is a funny discussion, but you really need to realize that the industry is moving and evolving, and it's doing so very, very fast. Pay to Play developers can't avoid considering alternative routes to pure pay to play, unless they want to go fully hybrid very soon after release.
I did just say I am following the Industry very closely, I know what is up and what is down.

P2P method is not dead - it is just not the only method now. When everyone went p2p because thats all they knew now that have the option to pick what is best for them - that doesn't mean p2p is dead because people are experimenting and or picking a model best suited for themselves. Its like those silly articles going on about the console, or the PC as dead mediums. .. lol...


Quote Originally Posted by Abriael View Post
The fact that Yoshida doesn't discount other business models now that the game hasn't even launched yet should give you some very strong hints. And if you think that this system is any worse (even considering your own definition of Pay to Win) of going hybrid... well...
He should consider all the avenues - I however do not want to play an RMT supportive game. Just like some people dont like playing FPS, my personal preference. So as he considers them I will ensure correct representation of and as well opposition to RMT supportive methods.