All of this could have been avoided with two simple common sense checks. One... is the channel/server system intuitive? Two... could there be any confusion in using the same channel names on every server? I’m just glad my friend and I were able to get into the last closed beta to figure out why we couldn’t group even…

The great thing is... just play the game at your own pace. There is no need to hit level cap as fast as possible to enjoy the game. I think if I know your tastes well; the housing and worker subgame will probably take most of your time and you can enjoy it while playing FF14 in another window. I mean where else can…

I also think these guys got screwed cause they are using default FOV settings. For some reason R6:Siege has the default really low. I would hope the guys that got C4ed learned their lesson.

At least count yourself among those courageous enough for self reflection. I’ve met a ton of fans in Cali and they all just think bad luck is to blame for NA’s track record. Admitting that the entire NA scene needs to stop and analyze is a good step.

Man these guys know what they are doing. Not only do they do a fantastic job reducing the balancing workload; they also made an incredible sales pitch to buy everything now, and buy everything in the future to maintain competitive. The best money plays are those in the name of “improving the game.”

Great list Patricia!

Agree 100%. I’ve been turned off by AAA games because there seemed to be a fundamental lack of attention into the storytelling. I honestly believe investors and company boards are to blame. Devs need to show constant asset creation and improvements to a known successful gameplay model. So naturally the story that…

Agree 100%. My main gripe is sometimes tab is used to exit where at other times its escape.

I wholeheartedly agree with you on this. The systems in place favor the use real cash.

I struggle with this. Essentially your statement is that this other streamer has to conform to your sense of fun. Its the same vein of comment that football fans give to people who watch eSports. If we’re all having fun, and some choose to spend more than others; Shouldn’t that be ok?

The only thing I care about is the return of Gary. ;)

Appreciate the writeup Phil. I’ve always thought SWTOR had the strongest story of any MMO i’ve ever played. This new expansion will definitely satiate my thirst for more.

Don’t back down in your coverage Patrick. Your opinions and observations are valid, despite how a dev might want to change the spin.

I enjoy how people somehow think its up to others to monitor or police what they choose to read. Such a subtle yet widespread problem in society.