Pound-for-pound, MMOGs are an incredible entertainment value.  Even if you're not willing to admit it, you know it's true.

I would gladly pay $20 a month for the "right" game, but not for AoC.

Originally posted by raykor

Pound-for-pound, MMOGs are an incredible entertainment value.  Even if you're not willing to admit it, you know it's true.

I would gladly pay $20 a month for the "right" game, but not for AoC.

Originally posted by Vinadil

It does not make sense to pay less for more quality?  That makes a ton of sense to me.  You offer me a 2007 BMW for $20k or a 2007 Ford for $50k and I will likely choose the BMW.

This game looks good but I don't see anything to indicate it will be better than other fantasy MMOs currently in development or recently released.

The game will not have FFA PvP, Corpse Looting, Player Housing, or various other things important to win a "top spot" in my book. Also, I've read that raiding will be practically be a requirement at higher levels if you want to be competetive.... NOOO THANKS, I got my fill of that in WoW (I hated being forced to depend on 40 other players who are power-tripping, drunk, immature, or just plain don't know what they're doing.)

Some people argue AoC will have a better PvP model? Take a look at Huxley if you wanna see a sweet MMOFPS pvp model.

Some people say it will be a more open PvP system where tactics and environment can be employed? I agree there, this game does appear to be good in that respect. But take a look at Darkfall (if it's ever released). And if Darkfall isn't ever released, Fallen Earth will have a PvP model similar to or better than AoC in my opinion. (plus, it's not another FANTASY game... jeez, am I the only one sick of FANTASY MMOs? Sci-Fi will be a good change of pace!)

Bottom line though... AOC looks like it will be a worthy game, but certainly not good enough to command a higher monthly fee than the standard $15. (Besides, it's another fantasy game! Aren't we sick of all these fantasy clones yet???) There isn't a perfect game in development in my opinion. The closest to perfect of anything out there is in Darkfall (another fantasy game)... but it's been in development for about 6 years, so I guess we'll just have to keep waiting.

The only plus side to increasing the monthly fee... it would deter nub kiddies from subscribing. But the down side of a higher monthly fee is that the overall subscriber base would be much smaller (with so many similar games to choose from, who would choose to play the expensive one?) and this could ultimately spell doom for the success of this game.

- Phos

Originally posted by Supernerd

Originally posted by Consequence

I think your logic is a bit scewed though. More and more Mmorpgs are coming out every year, MMorpg.com is a testiment to that.  In most economic models, including 1 for a MMo,  more competition = lower prices.

I agree that AoC looks fantastic, but so do a few other upcomming games.  Around the time of release of AoC we could have other highly anticipated MMos due out, like Warhammer or Pobts or several others. Imagin what it would do to AoC if they were at $20 and the others were at $15. People would be more apt to try out the less expensive game 1st and AoC would lose the opportunaity to get them hooked 1st.

I also look at demographics.  The 1st demographic to get weeded out with a raise in prices would be the younger demographics. Being an adult, I wouldnt mind this at all. I would love it in fact. But, most companies rely heavily on younger kids, despite whatever the game may be rated. If they didnt depend heavily on kids, they wouldnt always be releasing games just b4 Christmas or just after school gets out, by FAR the 2 most popular times to release games.

Competition? Crap vs crap .....the market is over saturated if anything.
Remember guys, it's  still less than a buck a day. And Sinkael im sorry about misquoting you but we want good games,better games,we have to be willing to pay for them.
Let's send that message and be ok with this.

The market is oversaturated because of the high amount of competition, thanks for making my point. The fact that its crap doesnt change that.

I never said I was opposed to paying more, I said why I didnt think it would happen. You didnt have an answer to any of my points.

Lastly, what makes you think paying more for a game = better game? If anything has been proven by the increase in game prices over the last 10 years, it is the contrary. From '97 - '01 most games cost $10 and had comparable service, if not better service than the current  $15 games do. So why would the next $5 be any different?

i can understand why you would think i'm nuts for suggesting a higher monthly fee.

I just feel that if  AoC is as good as I think it will be; a 19.95 subscription for 30 days would be good for the players.
Yes,it would be beneficial for us gamers by showing that we are willing to fork out more cash for quality.
It would send a message to future mmorpg developers that hey if you actually make something good,yes you can charge a little more and we will happily pay extra with a smile on our face.

C'mon guys,it still will cost LESS than $1 USD  per day.
Fellow gamers let's all help send that message.
Age of Conan a Premium Mmorpg.

Originally posted by Unicorns_Pwn
Apparently  you don't understand. As consumers we are trying to get the best service/product we can for the lowest price. There is no reason for me to want to blindly throw money at a developer when we've never even played the game. We have heard all about innovation plenty of times before on this forum and the rest of the internet. Regardless, it's still gonna be basically the same experience you've had in nearly every other game with maybe one more thing thrown in that they will just create a timesink out of.

Originally posted by Supernerd

Originally posted by TedDanson

Dude, you eat 4 snickers a day? Thats friggen disgusting, and shows your lack of self control towards spending money wisely.....that or you are just a fatty mc fat fat.

nope just have 2 after breakfast and then 2 at nite before bed,but i usually goto bed after midnite so.......
Guys don't you see i am suggesting this for OUR own good .
It will help us in the long run,just go with the flow guys,this is a good idea.