Which gameplay features actually have "mass appeal" ?

[gifthorse]

Are NPC quests and Instances really the features that the "masses" enjoy in MMOs? Or is it something else?

[yukikaze_yanagi]

The looting of uberequip

[Felis]

I would say content with fun

[Chardrizard]

i would say cash shop and rideable rainbow ponies.. or telletubbies.

[Sonic_the_Hedgehog]

I would say content with fun

I agree with this statement.

[Eldaena]

I think something that would give the sense of camaraderie and accomplishment as well as something story-driven. Something the escalates, has it's rough patches, has struggle/turmoil, has a pinnacle, and has something that feels like a real conclusion to it.

I think I wore myself out on that roller coaster ride...I better go lie down. =p

[Doho]

xp grinding with chains!!!! *looks around* wh-what?

[BloodPact]

I think something that would give the sense of camaraderie and accomplishment as well as something story-driven. Something the escalates, has it's rough patches, has struggle/turmoil, has a pinnacle, and has something that feels like a real conclusion to it.

Exactly what this person said.

[Elexia]

I think something that would give the sense of camaraderie and accomplishment as well as something story-driven. Something the escalates, has it's rough patches, has struggle/turmoil, has a pinnacle, and has something that feels like a real conclusion to it.

I think I wore myself out on that roller coaster ride...I better go lie down. =p

So..basically what FFXI and Iris offers. This I agree with.

[Wolfie]

i would say cash shop and rideable rainbow ponies.. or telletubbies.

Personally I prefer rideable Twilight Sparkles.