Every time there is an article about STO on MMORPG.com it gets bashed pretty hard. Of course, thats to be expected and alot of it is just trolling rather than actual discussion. However, for the genuine reader who may have never tried the game, it may make a difference in whether they do or not. So if you appreciate the progress that has been made since launch and are enjoying the game now, say so here:
http://www.mmorpg.com/gamelist.cfm/game/352/view/news/read/19072/Star-Trek-Online-Guramba-Siege-Destroyer-Coming-Tomorrow.html
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You dont have to argue at all. You can simply say how you feel and leave it at that. But if you dont want to thats fine to. Its just nice to have some people who enjoy the game representing that side of the coin for people who read the comments.
Do not waste your time with MMORPG, the site is a joke with TRIBBLE reviews based on conjecture rather than actual play time in many cases. As for STO the site openly supports the game being bashed and has since it was released.
I hate to say it, but you had the wrong strategy. Arguing one on one with people isnt going to work. Just state how you feel about the game, and if you want end your post with a little remark like I did that makes people who are trolling look silly
To add to the discussion already taking shape in this thread, though, I will qualify that by saying that when I post on a message board or add to the comments on an online article I am usually reaching out to those who have not yet tried Star Trek Online, not arguing with those who have already made up their minds about it. I speak out because I want the interested, uninitiated gamer to have a fair understanding of the game and to know that STO has a lot to offer.
The simple fact that i brought an LTS last week shows exactly what i feel about this game. I'm here for the long journey ahead. STO gets a lot of flak because of its poor start, yet people assume nothing has changed. That is called ignorance and lack of knowledge, respect and understanding of where this game is currently at. Stahl and his team have been doing a great job in the last few months or so. I think 2011 will be the year to really push this game further. The foundations are starting to firmly set now, they just need to build and continually build from there.
On another game-related forum I do frequent, I am actively promoting STO whenever I get a chance. There aren't many people there playing STO yet (the population is more superhero game oriented), but I have hopes it will eventually catch on.
Does it have flaws, yes. But overall, I can see it getting better and better with every patch and the weeklies were a stroke of genius.
When I hit level cap right before Season 2, I was tempted to cancel my account because I hated the STFs but after Season 2 hit, it's been nothing but awesome for me.
I think some people bash it because they view it as more of an MMO-lite. But that is the perfect thing for me because I can sit down and in half an hour feel like I accomplished something vs having to dedicate 4 hours to get anything done.
This game isn't for everyone but I do think it's a pretty awesome game.
Thats fine. However, MMORPG.com is the largest website of the genre, and as such is one many people read that are not active posters on the forum. Thats why I like to take the time to let anyone reading the article know there are people playing that enjoy the game.
Oh well
There have been great strides made to improving an already enjoyable game with many more to go.
true, both aspects need to be looked at.
if they do something well, compliment them. if they do something badly, let them know that too.
That being said, I've been enjoying this game with the same enthusiasm I once had for EverQuest, back in the days before it became LootQuest. I put in a good few hours each day, and have a lot of fun with it. Doesn't matter how many times I've done the same mission, it's still a challenge, and still fun.
The game can be quite fun during the leveling process, and headway has been made in the polish department.
However, the end game leaves a bit to be desired, and there are many features I'd like to see which have not been implemented, or, may never be implemented.
So I gave Champions Online a try, and have been enjoying that immensely for the past couple of days.
I will likely come back to STO at some point, perhaps when weeklies start up again, or when some of the features I really want to see (such as being able to use my Excalibur Class starship at Vice Admiral without becoming instant popcorn) get implemented.
I would certainly come back, if I have a reason too. But right now, I'm kinda bored with STO.
Would I recommend it as a good game? Sure, for people that just want to level. But not for people who are looking for substance beyond the final rank of the game.
So to answer the OP... I enjoy(ed) the game (while I was playing it. But right now, I'm not playing, thus the enjoyment is not there.
Your profile pic makes me glad to see the Night Elves became a space faring race.
Hope this helps, somebody...
Regards,
-Grey