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Massively Overthinking: The eternal granular squabbles in our pet MMORPGs
- In the MMORPG community, there are ongoing disputes and disagreements that may seem trivial to outsiders but hold significance to the players.
- Examples include debates in Star Wars Galaxies, LOTRO, City of Heroes Homecoming, and other games over specific features or gameplay elements.
- Players in LOTRO closely monitor the game's licensing agreements with Tolkien's intellectual property, while City of Heroes Homecoming has a divide between casual and hardcore players.
- In Black Desert Online, a persistent issue revolves around pop-in from an aging engine, while Guild Wars 2 discussions on game balance frequently arise.
- The Secret World faced controversy over adding paid loot boxes despite previous promises, and Heroes of the Storm has faced backlash over including non-Blizzard characters like Overwatch heroes.
- Some players advocate for enabling duels in Guild Wars 2, while others oppose the idea, showcasing the diverse opinions within the community.
- These ongoing debates and struggles demonstrate the passion and investment players have in their favorite MMORPGs, shaping the culture and community dynamics within the games.
- Massively Overthinking column provides a platform for MMO industry discussions and encourages player participation in sharing their viewpoints on various MMO-related topics.
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