Originally Posted by
Xariah
I totally agree with you. I think you guys have made a great decision in NOT having a monthly fee because that is very attractive to a potential player. That said, having come from over a decade of MMO gaming, both free and paid, I know that players love a game where they can play for free but have the option to pay for exclusive content. The most successful venues seem to be the ones that offer unique equipment to make your character stand out in the crowd. I know people who have paid hundreds of dollars for these in game items and I think it would be a great addition to PL. Try cycling out new items every month or so, making the current items limited and that much more desirable so you have multiple purchases happening over time, rather than each player putting down the money a single time. Even something like adding companion pets, which don't aid in battle but add to the RP experience, would be hugely popular. Make those paid with limited editions as well.
Another player favorite is obviously housing. Is that possible? Maybe add a portal in town where players can access their own private home to which they can invite friends. Charge a few dollars for the home and offer a variety of furnishings for purchase as well. Your paid campaigns don't have to be your bread and butter. There's so much more opportunity. I really want to see this game take off and literally be the WoW of portable gaming. It just needs to open up to a broader audience to make that happen.