To be honest, that's a first time I see them discount recently released ship. Usually they "skip" the first discount promotion.
Anyway, sadly I already bought the only ship I was interested in (the T6 Tron cruiser, whatever his name), using my dil, and T5 ships are not interesting anymore (except for the consoles).
I read about the exwife deciding to leave me in patch notes...damn Cryptic devs, they nerfed my marriage!
Sorry. Your honeymoon was apparently 17x too enjoyable.
Also note:
The "for worse" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "for better" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%, excluding weekends, romance, and anniversaries.
The "in sickness" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "in health" portion of your vows should now reflect accurately stated values based on your last physical, excluding viruses and diseases.
The "until death do us part" portion of your vows should remain unchanged, however "death" is now defined as "until one of you thinks you can do better".
You should notice no difference in your progress! Any current progress will be unaffected. However, you should note that due to an exploit located in Las Vegas, Nevada where many players were wed at chapels, we have decided to annul those weddings because the mechanics were not functioning as intended. You may fill out a simple 300 page wedding license form, to be mailed one page at a time, at a rate of no more than one page per week.
Additionally, we will be issuing you a new fiancee once every six months.
then note the post above mine, or google "black Friday"
Yeah, my 1st thought on logging into game was 'Oh dear, things be ba....' then I noticed Amazon are putting out some crazy Black Friday deals in the UK too, quick search on google and 'Don't Panic!' I have to agree, Its just a holiday sale on top of a holiday sale.
Sorry. Your honeymoon was apparently 17x too enjoyable.
Also note:
The "for worse" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "for better" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%, excluding weekends, romance, and anniversaries.
The "in sickness" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "in health" portion of your vows should now reflect accurately stated values based on your last physical, excluding viruses and diseases.
The "until death do us part" portion of your vows should remain unchanged, however "death" is now defined as "until one of you thinks you can do better".
You should notice no difference in your progress! Any current progress will be unaffected. However, you should note that due to an exploit located in Las Vegas, Nevada where many players were wed at chapels, we have decided to annul those weddings because the mechanics were not functioning as intended. You may fill out a simple 300 page wedding license form, to be mailed one page at a time, at a rate of no more than one page per week.
Additionally, we will be issuing you a new fiancee once every six months.
Okay Cryptic this is my perspective. I see the game getting worse to put it generally; grind left, right and centre, bugs/broken stuff, the devs on the whole not talking to the community and about their thinking, planning or doing (like your thoughts on the upgrade system it was only because someone pointed it out in a podcast which isn't a source I refer to as 'official' like the forums) and frankly the death of alts with the community as a whole feeling like they're jumping ship with dead queues and players who want elite rewards but don't care if they're too 'insert negative word here' they are.
That's it in a nutshell.
Now the sale/bonus zen. Should I spend any kind of money on this when the game is a/ in the state and b/ questionable if it can turn itself around? I keep looking at my specialisation on my alts and think "TRIBBLE this I can just about keep motivated for one character'. This means I'm only really interested in FED/Tac, KDF and Rom and eng/sci characters aren't worth playing for me so why spend any kind of Zen on them? True I've got a lot of what I'd like already and relieved the newest stuff isn't cheaper than the launch discount price (boy would that have $%^$% people off).
Still there are still things I could get and yes I could use my existing zen or spend dil but it's still using up assets or driving up the exchange which indirectly helps Cryptic I guess.
So that's where I stand Cryptic, a customer who could and would spend money but how they see the game makes him think should I bother? These are obviously questions I ask myself and probably others asking the same thing and each one will have their own answer.
I think whatever happens by the end of today I'll be spending less than what I might have I don't know perhaps nothing and wait for Cryptic to get this game in order before investing again.
I'd be a very small purchase away from the Intrepid interior pack. Less than $10.
I'm also very unhappy with the direction of the game of late and have more or less stopped playing.
What do you guys think?
I think about it this way :
Due to the shenanigans of the past 4 months (R&D systems included) , Cryptic has put the game in a place where I doubt that it will celebrate it's 7th Anniversary (perhaps that's true of it's 6th as well) .
That being said , and without expecting things to "get better" (why be disappointed if they don't , right ?) -- the question remains how will the purchase add to your enjoyment of what is left for you to enjoy in game .
Once you have your answer , you'll know what to do .
I don't have the 10$ issue , but I have player VS player "moral" issue to contend with , as the item I'm planning on picking up is the Galaxy pack ... -- which most likely won't benefit most teams I might queue with .
So , do I punish other players because I want to fly the Gal-R ?
Pre DR , I would not have been punishing (almost) anyone ... , as most would not have had to "carry" me .
Now I would have to put up with that , and I don't feel comfortable with consciously making this choice via this purchase (for which I already have the Zen / Dil) .
... and after a 3 hour instability of the Dil market , I also thought that it was a bit too convenient that Zen stopped at EXACTLY 180 , from 159 ...
Okay Cryptic this is my perspective. I see the game getting worse to put it generally; grind left, right and centre, bugs/broken stuff, the devs on the whole not talking to the community and about their thinking, planning or doing (like your thoughts on the upgrade system it was only because someone pointed it out in a podcast which isn't a source I refer to as 'official' like the forums) and frankly the death of alts with the community as a whole feeling like they're jumping ship with dead queues and players who want elite rewards but don't care if they're too 'insert negative word here' they are.
That's it in a nutshell.
Now the sale/bonus zen. Should I spend any kind of money on this when the game is a/ in the state and b/ questionable if it can turn itself around? I keep looking at my specialisation on my alts and think "TRIBBLE this I can just about keep motivated for one character'. This means I'm only really interested in FED/Tac, KDF and Rom and eng/sci characters aren't worth playing for me so why spend any kind of Zen on them? True I've got a lot of what I'd like already and relieved the newest stuff isn't cheaper than the launch discount price (boy would that have $%^$% people off).
Still there are still things I could get and yes I could use my existing zen or spend dil but it's still using up assets or driving up the exchange which indirectly helps Cryptic I guess.
So that's where I stand Cryptic, a customer who could and would spend money but how they see the game makes him think should I bother? These are obviously questions I ask myself and probably others asking the same thing and each one will have their own answer.
I think whatever happens by the end of today I'll be spending less than what I might have I don't know perhaps nothing and wait for Cryptic to get this game in order before investing again.
I think about it this way :
Due to the shenanigans of the past 4 months (R&D systems included) , Cryptic has put the game in a place where I doubt that it will celebrate it's 7th Anniversary (perhaps that's true of it's 6th as well) .
That being said , and without expecting things to "get better" (why be disappointed if they don't , right ?) -- the question remains how will the purchase add to your enjoyment of what is left for you to enjoy in game .
Once you have your answer , you'll know what to do .
I don't have the 10$ issue , but I have player VS player "moral" issue to contend with , as the item I'm planning on picking up is the Galaxy pack ... -- which most likely won't benefit most teams I might queue with .
So , do I punish other players because I want to fly the Gal-R ?
Pre DR , I would not have been punishing (almost) anyone ... , as most would not have had to "carry" me .
Now I would have to put up with that , and I don't feel comfortable with consciously making this choice via this purchase (for which I already have the Zen / Dil) .
... and after a 3 hour instability of the Dil market , I also thought that it was a bit too convenient that Zen stopped at EXACTLY 180 , from 159 ...
For queuing in the ship you want to fly? Why not. It's a game, and the Gal-X can do better than average. If you want to do the dps race, then that's something other entirely and I ain't playing that game. ;-)
As for the dil exchange, it happens every time somethings on sale. 'Who' does this? Speculants. Over the years they've amassed tons of dil and zen by trading. buying low and selling high. Supposedly not allowed to do this, right? Yeah.
What cracks me up is that people run to exchange dil at this rate to buy discounted stuff when they could get the zen cheaper with dil the next week and actually save more or at worst end up paying the same anyway. Shed, tools and all that.
Desperate? Doubt it. More like following the masses who want discounts on the biggest discount-giving season. Cryptic can only "sell" what they have to offer.
I'll bet if Cryptic didn't offer a sale there would be a ****storm.
Okay Cryptic this is my perspective. I see the game getting worse to put it generally; grind left, right and centre, bugs/broken stuff, the devs on the whole not talking to the community and about their thinking, planning or doing (like your thoughts on the upgrade system it was only because someone pointed it out in a podcast which isn't a source I refer to as 'official' like the forums) and frankly the death of alts with the community as a whole feeling like they're jumping ship with dead queues and players who want elite rewards but don't care if they're too 'insert negative word here' they are.
That's it in a nutshell.
Now the sale/bonus zen. Should I spend any kind of money on this when the game is a/ in the state and b/ questionable if it can turn itself around? I keep looking at my specialisation on my alts and think "TRIBBLE this I can just about keep motivated for one character'. This means I'm only really interested in FED/Tac, KDF and Rom and eng/sci characters aren't worth playing for me so why spend any kind of Zen on them? True I've got a lot of what I'd like already and relieved the newest stuff isn't cheaper than the launch discount price (boy would that have $%^$% people off).
Still there are still things I could get and yes I could use my existing zen or spend dil but it's still using up assets or driving up the exchange which indirectly helps Cryptic I guess.
So that's where I stand Cryptic, a customer who could and would spend money but how they see the game makes him think should I bother? These are obviously questions I ask myself and probably others asking the same thing and each one will have their own answer.
I think whatever happens by the end of today I'll be spending less than what I might have I don't know perhaps nothing and wait for Cryptic to get this game in order before investing again.
Pretty much this for me as well.
As for the supposed DOOM, this sale is unusual. Cryptic does usually have a Black Friday sale, but this one is uncharacteristic for two reasons: it's being held at the same time as an in-game event (which could just be coincidence, but is out of the ordinary all the same), and the fact that the sale includes the latest releases, which are less than a couple of weeks old, which Cryptic has NEVER done in it's 4 years to my knowledge.
I doubt they're desparate, but I do think they're feeling pressure to get people to stay, or to return to the game. Whether that's from corporate pressure, or low sales, I can't say.
Well, I, for one, thought this was an excellent deal! I bought 24,000 Zen, and a discounted Phantom Escort & keys. Thank you, Cryptic!
"Thank you dear customer. We will be happy to ignore all or your criticism of the game in the future. Your generous wallet tells us that you are very happy with what we are doing !" :P
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Anyway, sadly I already bought the only ship I was interested in (the T6 Tron cruiser, whatever his name), using my dil, and T5 ships are not interesting anymore (except for the consoles).
So yeah, I'll keep my zen/dil.
Give back decent rewards.
Give back decent skill points for kills.
Make crafting more manageable and less cost-prohibitive.
Less need for sales and constant events to try to bring players back because we'll be in-game playing and buying stuff.
Also of note, I haven't seen an event like this so close after a "major" release since launch. Methinks they be hurting, Cap'n.
I'll have you know we get fantastic WiFi signal from Prince Charles' ears.
In other news, a company offers a sale during the most popular sale period in the year. More at 11.
At this point why do we even need reasons to be pissed off? You might as well make stuff up.
I read about the exwife deciding to leave me in patch notes...damn Cryptic devs, they nerfed my marriage!
Sorry. Your honeymoon was apparently 17x too enjoyable.
Also note:
The "for worse" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "for better" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%, excluding weekends, romance, and anniversaries.
The "in sickness" portion of your vows has been increased by 300%.
The "in health" portion of your vows should now reflect accurately stated values based on your last physical, excluding viruses and diseases.
The "until death do us part" portion of your vows should remain unchanged, however "death" is now defined as "until one of you thinks you can do better".
You should notice no difference in your progress! Any current progress will be unaffected. However, you should note that due to an exploit located in Las Vegas, Nevada where many players were wed at chapels, we have decided to annul those weddings because the mechanics were not functioning as intended. You may fill out a simple 300 page wedding license form, to be mailed one page at a time, at a rate of no more than one page per week.
Additionally, we will be issuing you a new fiancee once every six months.
I guess Wal-Mart is desperate for money as well with their Black Friday deals right? Go away.
Bristol's been doing Black Monday since 1209! (Dublin helped with that.)
Edit: It's possible I've missed an intended joke here?
PS: Hello to a fellow south-westerner.
Yeah, my 1st thought on logging into game was 'Oh dear, things be ba....' then I noticed Amazon are putting out some crazy Black Friday deals in the UK too, quick search on google and 'Don't Panic!' I have to agree, Its just a holiday sale on top of a holiday sale.
My Big Fat STO Wedding?
Okay Cryptic this is my perspective. I see the game getting worse to put it generally; grind left, right and centre, bugs/broken stuff, the devs on the whole not talking to the community and about their thinking, planning or doing (like your thoughts on the upgrade system it was only because someone pointed it out in a podcast which isn't a source I refer to as 'official' like the forums) and frankly the death of alts with the community as a whole feeling like they're jumping ship with dead queues and players who want elite rewards but don't care if they're too 'insert negative word here' they are.
That's it in a nutshell.
Now the sale/bonus zen. Should I spend any kind of money on this when the game is a/ in the state and b/ questionable if it can turn itself around? I keep looking at my specialisation on my alts and think "TRIBBLE this I can just about keep motivated for one character'. This means I'm only really interested in FED/Tac, KDF and Rom and eng/sci characters aren't worth playing for me so why spend any kind of Zen on them? True I've got a lot of what I'd like already and relieved the newest stuff isn't cheaper than the launch discount price (boy would that have $%^$% people off).
Still there are still things I could get and yes I could use my existing zen or spend dil but it's still using up assets or driving up the exchange which indirectly helps Cryptic I guess.
So that's where I stand Cryptic, a customer who could and would spend money but how they see the game makes him think should I bother? These are obviously questions I ask myself and probably others asking the same thing and each one will have their own answer.
I think whatever happens by the end of today I'll be spending less than what I might have I don't know perhaps nothing and wait for Cryptic to get this game in order before investing again.
I think about it this way :
Due to the shenanigans of the past 4 months (R&D systems included) , Cryptic has put the game in a place where I doubt that it will celebrate it's 7th Anniversary (perhaps that's true of it's 6th as well) .
That being said , and without expecting things to "get better" (why be disappointed if they don't , right ?) -- the question remains how will the purchase add to your enjoyment of what is left for you to enjoy in game .
Once you have your answer , you'll know what to do .
I don't have the 10$ issue , but I have player VS player "moral" issue to contend with , as the item I'm planning on picking up is the Galaxy pack ... -- which most likely won't benefit most teams I might queue with .
So , do I punish other players because I want to fly the Gal-R ?
Pre DR , I would not have been punishing (almost) anyone ... , as most would not have had to "carry" me .
Now I would have to put up with that , and I don't feel comfortable with consciously making this choice via this purchase (for which I already have the Zen / Dil) .
... and after a 3 hour instability of the Dil market , I also thought that it was a bit too convenient that Zen stopped at EXACTLY 180 , from 159 ...
I'd bet 2 EC that Cryptic adds the Zen Marriage Licenses from some of the PWE games before they add any of the PvP stuff....
A livestream with 2 codes for 2000 people....
...oh wait, that's your average livestream.
Well, you've got no excuse now as I live in the UK and they do Black Friday here as well.
Step 1) Team up with your fiancee
Step 2) Get to the Shrine on DS9
Step 3) Press F to marry
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Don't forget the in depth discussion about Pizza and the odd Soft Drink plug....
I think this captures the sentiment nicely
For queuing in the ship you want to fly? Why not. It's a game, and the Gal-X can do better than average. If you want to do the dps race, then that's something other entirely and I ain't playing that game. ;-)
As for the dil exchange, it happens every time somethings on sale. 'Who' does this? Speculants. Over the years they've amassed tons of dil and zen by trading. buying low and selling high. Supposedly not allowed to do this, right? Yeah.
What cracks me up is that people run to exchange dil at this rate to buy discounted stuff when they could get the zen cheaper with dil the next week and actually save more or at worst end up paying the same anyway. Shed, tools and all that.
Brawndo leads to gooey afterburn...
I'll bet if Cryptic didn't offer a sale there would be a ****storm.
By Kahless' beard, yes, that's what's happening!!!
They've been on a nerfing rampage lately and they got so carried away that they even nerfed the prices!!! :eek: :P
... Water, like out of the toilet ? I like money, though ...
Pretty much this for me as well.
As for the supposed DOOM, this sale is unusual. Cryptic does usually have a Black Friday sale, but this one is uncharacteristic for two reasons: it's being held at the same time as an in-game event (which could just be coincidence, but is out of the ordinary all the same), and the fact that the sale includes the latest releases, which are less than a couple of weeks old, which Cryptic has NEVER done in it's 4 years to my knowledge.
I doubt they're desparate, but I do think they're feeling pressure to get people to stay, or to return to the game. Whether that's from corporate pressure, or low sales, I can't say.
"Thank you dear customer. We will be happy to ignore all or your criticism of the game in the future. Your generous wallet tells us that you are very happy with what we are doing !" :P