I am curious about account/character transfer as well. I really hope they allow it but I definitely understand the technical hurdles especially with Xbox. It might work like Tribble which would be acceptable.
And in my opinion and fanboys get your flamethrowers, I don't know if it's wise to do that. First lets use PS2/PC of FFXI as an example of PC users being brought down by the ps2's lifespan limitationsl. At leasst FFXIV uses 2 seperate engines to prevent that from happening, here's hoping STO does the same. Still, Consoles are on al imited lifespan, I really don't knwo if this is a good idea tbh. With the new Wii already being announced, you know Sony/Microsoft aren't far behind.
Another moment is possible dubious consequences for the current PC version.
If the launch of the console version causes the crossover of a considerable part of the current playerbase to consoles - it might effectively kill the PC version. And then all PC-only players are going to be ... well, screwed.
It makes me wonder how thoroughly Cryptic/PWE accounted for this scenario.
I rather doubt it. People aren't gonna jump ship for another platform overnight especially when it has a $350 price tag. I'm perfectly happy with my computers.
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If the launch of the console version causes the crossover of a considerable part of the current playerbase to consoles - it might effectively kill the PC version. And then all PC-only players are going to be ... well, screwed.
It makes me wonder how thoroughly Cryptic/PWE accounted for this scenario.