Possibly returning

[JaTrRm]

I left the lands a number of years ago. I started playing the game back when it was GS3, and we paid a silly amount to log in per hour on AOL to play.
I recently got the “return free for 60 days” advert a couple days ago and it got the nostalgia going. My question is; how is the game these day? Is it still often the case of one person playing a group of silent alts, script steam rolling thru hunting areas? Has it sort of died off or has life picked up in the lands?

[Taernath]

Is it still often the case of one person playing a group of silent alts, script steam rolling thru hunting areas?

Yes.

If you have a returner code just come back and see for yourself.

[Fierna]

It's actually even more script hunty especially with the advent of Lich and scripts like BigShot. In fact, they released what are known as "gifted creatures" in order to combat the problem. If you played last since GSIII, the game has gone through enormous changes. But above all, the single biggest change would have to be how the company monetizes it's product, and that's through microtransactions.

On the otherhand, if you don't care about item chasing then the game might actually be even better than before. What were once valuable items are now more readily available and getting to level 100 is even easier and faster than before. The RP opportunities have grown imho but that may vary between players.

[Tosk]

It's actually even more script hunty especially with the advent of Lich and scripts like BigShot. In fact, they released what are known as "gifted creatures" in order to combat the problem. If you played last since GSIII, the game has gone through enormous changes. But above all, the single biggest change would have to be how the company monetizes it's product, and that's through microtransactions.

On the otherhand, if you don't care about item chasing then the game might actually be even better than before. What were once valuable items are now more readily available and getting to level 100 is even easier and faster than before. The RP opportunities have grown imho but that may vary between players.

[Donquix]

It's cute that some of you still think there was any sort of plan for gifted creatures beyond "i played diablo once"

[Gelston]

Those minibosses did nothing to stop scripting in anyway. Just, now people also have LTE.

[GSIV Rogue]

My opinion:

As a previous GS III player who has played on and off since 1998-1999 the game has become far less challenging and there is far less in game interaction overall. There is an increase in scripting, alts, afk scripting, "pay to win" etc. This has been a trend that has been going on for at least 20 years from my observation.

I would recommend rolling up a F2P character and getting it to about level 20 and then subscribing at the basic account level if you can find the motivation to pay for the game at that point. At best, the game is worth $14.95 a month minus whatever silver / items you can sell to supplement the cost.

[Neovik1]

My opinion:

As a previous GS III player who has played on and off since 1998-1999 the game has become far less challenging and there is far less in game interaction overall. There is an increase in scripting, alts, afk scripting, "pay to win" etc. This has been a trend that has been going on for at least 20 years from my observation.

I would recommend rolling up a F2P character and getting it to about level 20 and then subscribing at the basic account level if you can find the motivation to pay for the game at that point. At best, the game is worth $14.95 a month minus whatever silver / items you can sell to supplement the cost.

I feel like this is a bit inaccurate and your other statement about paying an army of 100s for spell ups is even more inaccurate.

You don’t have to pay to win in GS. You can even participate in the paid events by buying in with silvers where you usually come out ahead. I bought books from players last DR and didn’t spend a dime when it came to real money.

I would give the free trial they are offering to returning players. Not much to lose and can always cancel before it is up. Not quite sure why you would need a f2p if you have a free trial offer.

[GSIV Rogue]

I feel like this is a bit inaccurate and your other statement about paying an army of 100s for spell ups is even more inaccurate.

You don’t have to pay to win in GS. You can even participate in the paid events by buying in with silvers where you usually come out ahead. I bought books from players last DR and didn’t spend a dime when it came to real money.

I would give the free trial they are offering to returning players. Not much to lose and can always cancel before it is up. Not quite sure why you would need a f2p if you have a free trial offer.

I'm happy we can celebrate a difference of opinion - and I'm glad you are enjoying your time in the lands.

I've also found motivation to continue playing.

I'm not quite sure what you're referring to when you say that any statements I made about Dreaven & Co. are inaccurate - however - to each their own.

@F2P - I believe the F2P experience made me a more creative and effective Gemstone player, and would highly recommend it to anyone - especially those returning from a long absence. Quite frankly, I would recommend F2P in addition to a trial premium account - just to compare and contrast the differences, and give persons a more accurate overall picture of GSIV 2019.

[gemstonefella]

I would recommend rolling up a F2P character and getting it to about level 20 and then subscribing at the basic account level if you can find the motivation to pay for the game at that point. At best, the game is worth $14.95 a month minus whatever silver / items you can sell to supplement the cost.


Why would he roll up a FTP character when he has a code for 2 free months?