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IncGamers Column: Is Free To Play The Future Of MMOs?

If you enjoy your massively multiplayer online games, you may have noticed lately that more and more developers are opting for the free to play business model over traditional subscription fees.

So can we ever expect to see the back of subscription fees?

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Leord5589d ago

I think it's a western thing to not mind paying monthly fees for stuff.

But the Chinese version they pay for the number of minutes they are online. they literary pay for online gametime.

AndyA5589d ago

I mind paying subs, I think it's the one thing that's prevented me from getting involved in some games.

JsonHenry5589d ago

I won't pay a subscription fee. HOWEVER I just DLed the free version of BattleForge.. $45 later I am still playing the "free" game.

Motion5589d ago

I think that pay by the minute or hour wouldn't seem that bad, especially if you are a more casual player, but only if it were to have a cap, like once you hit $15 you aren't charged any more that month. I think that would keep a lot more people who don't log in every day from canceling accounts.

Cogo5589d ago

See, if the free to play mmos were really good, I could see this happening.

Dorjan5589d ago

I agree f-t-p is much much more common now. I'm still undecided between the options (becasue of content / the way games get structured) but it does suit certain styles!

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Devs believe WoW’s longevity isn’t because of legacy, but because of willingness to evolve

World of Warcraft developers discuss the game's decades-long lifepsan and why the game continues to be the biggest MMO ever.

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rlow1121d ago

The granddaddy just keeps chugging along.

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Building in Azeroth: A First Look at Housing - WoW

The construction of the new Housing system in Azeroth is underway, and we’re taking you behind the scenes to give you an early look at what the Housing development team has been working on. Watch your step, and don’t mind the dust. Hard hats are not required.

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World of Warcraft: Mount Tier List

Mounts are perhaps WoW's most coveted collectibles, displaying feats of strength or perseverance for all to see.

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