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Unread 07-31-2012, 04:38 PM   #1
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I mean really, we all knew it was going to happen.

So here's what they say about the free stuff:
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This option will give players access to each of the eight iconic Star Wars character class storylines, all the way up to level 50, with certain restrictions*. Unlimited game access, including new higher-level game content and new features will be made available through individual purchases or through a subscription option.

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Free-to-Play –The first 50 levels will be free-to-play, with some restrictions on access to new content and advanced player features. Some restrictions can be “unlocked” with Cartel Coins.
And they're keeping the subscription model (didn't Champions Online do something similar with the currency allowance?)
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Subscription – A service designed for players who want unrestricted access to all the game features via ongoing subscription or by redeeming a Game Time Card. In addition to gaining access to all game content as our current subscribers do now, Subscribers will receive ongoing monthly grants of Cartel Coins*, the new virtual currency that will be introduced later this fall. Cartel Coins can be used to purchase valuable items including customizable gear and convenience features that will enhance the game play experience.
I'll probably give this a try once the full switch to F2P happens. I know that currently you can play up to level 15 or something for free, but I'm fine with waiting for the full deal (also I have a fuckton of games in my backlog).

I remember quite a few of you played this game. Do any of you still maintain your subscriptions? Will the switch to F2P convince you to go back to the game? Should I even bother trying the game when it makes the switch?
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Unread 07-31-2012, 05:27 PM   #2
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I got linked to some threads on their forums and it's basically people going on about how they'll keep paying because the F2P is "only up to level 50" ( which is the current maximum level so uhhh ) and other stupid things.
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Unread 07-31-2012, 05:41 PM   #3
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in a more specific sense, is there anything in this game that sets it apart from other F2P MMO's aside from the Star Wars coat of paint? i'm still having a blast with Champions Online
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Unread 07-31-2012, 05:55 PM   #4
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F2P accounts seem super restricted, which is okay by me, the best time I had playing the game was when karesh got a free trial and we co-op though the start of the stories, and that seems the same now. So we will be playing it again when F2P starts.

To answer your question bells, the story is more focused in this, but the only decent quests story wise are your main class ones (and they still fall into the Bioware YOU ARE THE CHOSEN ONE trap) and the rest is filler you have to do so you can level up.
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Unread 07-31-2012, 06:10 PM   #5
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I had an account for 2 months. I have never played any other MMO (Besides RaiRO) so I can't really compare it to anything.

It sounds like the free accounts can't do raids or many things after they reach 50 until you accumulate those Cartel Coins, but I'm not finding much information on what they mean by restricted.

Story wise it's like both KotOR. Except slower because it's actually an MMO so it takes you longer to do shit. The class stories are all different and they overlap each other which is cool. Everything else is the exact same though, excluding the Light/Dark side choices and faction differences.

If you like Bioware and/or KotOR I'd definitely play it F2P till you are bored. If you do enjoy it enough to play more classes I highly recommend you switch between factions each time. That way you get a longer break between the same quests.
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Unread 07-31-2012, 06:14 PM   #6
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Well I would not say it is like KOTOR 2 since that did it's damnest to be super moral grey area. This is black and while all day every day.


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Even if it is restricted, it's enough to get some idea if you'll enjoy it or not.
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Oh dear lord. If travel access means no Speeders under no circumstance should you play SWTOR for free.

Otherwise that's all fine if you just want the stories.
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