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Creepy Phil
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Creepy Phil

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I would really like to believe this statement by Mark G. is true and so for now I will. I, like most people, have and always will be against micro-transactions but if Jagex says the money gained from them is going to be used to better the game then for now I will believe them. Obviously I cannot trust them to remain true to this statement, none of us can really.
Here's my mentality for it, maybe some of you can relate but I'm guessing the just of you will disagree.
I play RuneScape because i'd like to spend my free time unwinding from real life playing video games. Consoles/gaming pc's are expensive, games are expensive, and online gaming is expensive. At least more expensive than a monthly membership for RuneScape is. I chose to play RuneScape because it is the cheapest way to entertain myself. Now I do not need cosmetic features to obtain that entertainment so I will never personally buy anything that alters pure cosmetics of the game. As for SoF spins, I have better things to spend my money on. My children and my wife are more important than some game. In the end if I were to spend my money on SoF spins I would gain more xp and in game gold which I would rather earn myself and feel a small sense of accomplishment for it. For those of you who chose to buy anything from SoF or Solomon, more power to you. You obviously have more money than me to waste and if you would like to spend it on little imaginary items made out of pixels, I will say it's a very poor choice but thank you for supplying Jagex with the means to make the game better for me.
Thanks for reading,
Creepy Phil

30-Aug-2012 01:51:06

KyoZeus

KyoZeus

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Good to see that the game isn't planned to end anytime soon.
I believe people overeact to Squeal of Fortune/Solomon's General Store, following what someone on Youtube or their Clan Chat said, since practically everyone who plays the game does their daily spins, which for me means that they approve it.
Paying for it is bad? Well, you don't need to pay for it. It's your choice to buy or not more spins/runecoins and, as it was mentioned a lot of times, the money will go back to the game, resulting in more higher quality updates.
On another note, looking forward for the future updates. (especially Player Owned Ports, or P.O.P.) ;)

30-Aug-2012 01:51:48

Barnabis
Oct Member 2015

Barnabis

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With less then 30 minutes for me to renew, I find no hope with the way Jagex is going. You've already said that you'd never sell XP but yet it is on the Squeal of Fortune or the gambing wheel as what it really is. Gambling for pixels.
I don't believe a single word you say and don't have any faith in you until Jagex regains 55% control of their stock and remove gambling and all these micro-transaction adverts we see in the game. I doubt that will happen until the game has been pretty much left in ruin.
Also I'm pretty sure RuneFest 2012 isn't happening. Winter is coming to the New York City area in the next few months. Is it because of all the IVP death threats that they've earned? Or does IVP not see how it would generate enough revenue? Or worse, can you no longer face your customers in person?
11-year old vet is over and out.
Jagex 2019 New Year Resolution... MTX our customers until RS3 SERVER SHUTDOWN PARTY!
The RS3 Community is treated like :@ RUBBISH :@ due to constant TH promotions.

Don't buy keys on Treasure Hunter, if you do Jagex will only make more TH promotions :(

30-Aug-2012 01:56:35 - Last edited on 30-Aug-2012 01:59:10 by Barnabis

I Kill Trees

I Kill Trees

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Certainly doesn't look like "90% of players enjoy SoF" just from a quick scroll through really any thread even mentioning it.
Bots will come back, Jagex will pump up SoF and Solomons so that you have to buy in order to even have a chance in-game, I really don't think I can see myself continuing my subscription to Runescape. Im going to go enjoy this game like it was in 2006 ;)
Edit - And No, I'm not saying I'm quitting just because I dislike SoF & Solomons, too many people buy gold and bot, training is too easy now, ect. I feel no pride in half of my skills, cause it was just too damn easy from crap like Runespan, or the "Big Chinchompa" that's coming out. It's all just bumping up xp rates. It was cool when you saw someone with a 99 Runecrafting cape and it was like "HOLY CRAP UR PRO BROCHACHO!" Now, it's just god damn Runespan. I log in every day and do the stupid SoF spins, get some xp lamps, and level skills that are close to levelling with 0 effort, 0gp spent.
Jagex needs to do some serious revision, because this game IS going down "that" road.

...Oh and one more thing:
HOW HARD IS IT TO SEND A MOD TO WORLD 2 GE AND BAN ALL THE GOLD ADVERTISERS?! SERIOUSLY I LOG IN AND MY COMPUTER CRASHES!

30-Aug-2012 02:00:09 - Last edited on 30-Aug-2012 02:06:18 by I Kill Trees

The Unh0ly

The Unh0ly

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Thank you for the update on whats going on
All in all i think you guys run a business(and that is what this game is) better than the ranting commoners of this game. If you believe the microtransactions are for the better, then more power to you. Just remember not to let the money come before loyalty to your fans.
On another note, I am very excited about this game coming to tablets. Is this a guaranteed project?

30-Aug-2012 02:02:22

D who

D who

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I am really looking forward to seeing less bots. And I really hope you throw a huge event for every legitimate player to enjoy :) Like a free huge xp lamp for everybody to show that playing legitimate has its own rewards and that not doing so leaves you with nothing.
I would like to ask though- excluding quests, there are no posts on future updates? Using the new skill as an example, a little hinting here and there would spread no end of hype and community 'excitement' I believe it would be just the thing to raise everyone's mood.
Thank you for your words. I for one understand Just how much work goes into even the smallest thing in a game. and how much money is behind every action. I would suggest lowering the prices of many pay-for-use items, and extending the 'range' a bit...because I have been tempted by a few items...but havn't simply because it was the only item of its kind, the lack of choice is what puts people off as much as the price.

30-Aug-2012 02:04:27

Lurchnav
Jul Member 2018

Lurchnav

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I am all for these types of updates from the MOD's in charge. We always see content rolling out and for the most part the items serve a positive purpose. I am not a fan of selling any type of in game stuff, but as Soloman is currently for different looks and does not give a game play advantage, I am all for that. The Squeel on the other had, does have the ability to tilt the balance to those who wish to pay more.
I am just a casual player that has been her for over 10 years and I would like to think that I have the same capibilities as any of the hard core players, but if they throw down a few bucks, along with a little random luck, they could get the prize that tilts the balance.
Just my 2 cents. Once again I appreciate anytime a MOD pops up and explains the inner thoughts of Jagex as many players seem to have a negative perception, and yes sometimes myself included...

30-Aug-2012 02:04:46

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