02-06-2022, 02:05 AM
(02-04-2022, 02:58 AM)resonkinetic Wrote: If you can't afford one of the cheapest monthly subscriptions out there, maybe consider getting a job.
If you can't afford an extra $10-20 a month, maybe you have bigger issues you should focus on before playing 3d spaceman.
Paying extra to run an empire as opposed to merely being a member makes sense.
Sieg Syndicate.
I've found in practice, typically, it's the precedent of spending money every month on a game, rather than a single purchase. People feel like since they're subscribed and dropping money every month, they need to be getting their moneys worth, regardless of if they feel like playing or not.
I wouldn't make the assumption that it's because someone can't afford it, it's not the kindest approach and it's a bit patronizing.
And like everyone else has been saying: Free to play would draw in the most player count. Maybe not all high quality, but more heads means more attention, and more attention means growth.