The Great Big Arena-Net Love Thread
mazey vorstagg
Hi there everyone
I've not be a member of the GWG forum community for long but I am a regular contributer on many other forums.
There is often a lot of anger and hate against A-net for nerfs/updates they do and sadly people tend not to post on the good things (I hate to make that generalisation) because it's only the things that annoy them they want to rant about.
Today Neopets, which my sister plays avidly, released a large update that obviously took a large amount of time and effort and they have been working on for several months. But despite all the time the Neopet's team have put into it (it is a free game after all) they get almost no feedback but hate. "This is n00bish" "I hate the update".... you get the point. It seems if you peruse most online game forums these days many threads are dedicated soley to having a go at the company that the forum revolves around in the first place. It's a wonder people even bother to make games any more, the audience seemingly unpleasible.
But here we all are, playing Guild Wars as a community so we must love the game. Basically I intended this thread to be a huge, almost, present to A-net. Maybe when the researchers read this they'll get that warm fuzzy feeling inside , the one you get when someone says thankyou.
So, can everyone who loves GW post here and one word or phrase summing up the reason you're still playing GW!
Please don't turn this into one of those trolling, flaming matches where a thread with good intentions turns nasty.
Let the Love Begin!!!!
(and I apologize if that was a bit hippy . Also, I'm sry for any generalisations I made, I know many people feel the same as me)
Mazey
I've not be a member of the GWG forum community for long but I am a regular contributer on many other forums.
There is often a lot of anger and hate against A-net for nerfs/updates they do and sadly people tend not to post on the good things (I hate to make that generalisation) because it's only the things that annoy them they want to rant about.
Today Neopets, which my sister plays avidly, released a large update that obviously took a large amount of time and effort and they have been working on for several months. But despite all the time the Neopet's team have put into it (it is a free game after all) they get almost no feedback but hate. "This is n00bish" "I hate the update".... you get the point. It seems if you peruse most online game forums these days many threads are dedicated soley to having a go at the company that the forum revolves around in the first place. It's a wonder people even bother to make games any more, the audience seemingly unpleasible.
But here we all are, playing Guild Wars as a community so we must love the game. Basically I intended this thread to be a huge, almost, present to A-net. Maybe when the researchers read this they'll get that warm fuzzy feeling inside , the one you get when someone says thankyou.
So, can everyone who loves GW post here and one word or phrase summing up the reason you're still playing GW!
Please don't turn this into one of those trolling, flaming matches where a thread with good intentions turns nasty.
Let the Love Begin!!!!
(and I apologize if that was a bit hippy . Also, I'm sry for any generalisations I made, I know many people feel the same as me)
Mazey
mazey vorstagg
I'd better start then:
I still play GW because of The Amazing Plot
I still play GW because of The Amazing Plot
Eldin
I still play GW (started in December 2005) for the mature (maturer than most, that is) community, the events, and the Amazing Plot. Oh, and because of the lack of a subscription fee.ANet is just plain awesome.
Now some ANet love:
I love ANet. They were made out of the brilliant minds of Blizzard (WC3 and its expansion FTW). They also, being a smaller company, still pay much attention to the community and put love into every update. The support is great, as are community relations. They just really listen to the players!
Now some ANet love:
I love ANet. They were made out of the brilliant minds of Blizzard (WC3 and its expansion FTW). They also, being a smaller company, still pay much attention to the community and put love into every update. The support is great, as are community relations. They just really listen to the players!
Zilm
Almost two years of playing GW. Thanks for creating a game that didn't end up on a dusty old shelf after six months! Looking forward to GW2.
Grasping Darkness
I'm still playing gw because I love to farm even though they nerf. I can still run a 55 spoil victor monk into sf on the fa quest and make 300k a day off galigord, rago and other sf bosses. weeee
Mournblade
I hope all neopets choke and die of the plague. =)
Almost two years and i'm still going strong in the GW world. I remain hooked. I never get tired of watching my character running across the beautiful landscapes and exploring the world.
Almost two years and i'm still going strong in the GW world. I remain hooked. I never get tired of watching my character running across the beautiful landscapes and exploring the world.
tyche7
Anet puts in a LOT of updates that we LOVE!! They are hard-working, dedicated, and actually listen to us!! This game is amazing and they keep making it even better. So even though I occassionally wine against a nerf -- I love GW and Anet. Keep up the awesome work!!!
Mordakai
I don't know why I love GW... but I do!
It's one of the few things I truly get excited about when I hear about something new (Like GWEN, or GW2, or Hard Mode!)
[Mordakai Cheers!]
It's one of the few things I truly get excited about when I hear about something new (Like GWEN, or GW2, or Hard Mode!)
[Mordakai Cheers!]
Coridan
I really enjoy the time and energy that i have put into GW and feel as if it is often rewarded by Anet.... although I can't say the same for my Wife she feels that Anet is a terrible company because the draw people in.
Bryant Again
I still play GW because my warrior rules, and also because it doesn't follow usual MMO standards.
Darksun
A-NET has blown me away with their products. The Quality, service & customer attention is beyond most companies their size & scope. Also, with the exception of perhaps the Silent Hill Art team, they have the highest artistic sensibilities. Amazing! I've yet to buy a game that I received this much value from.
Congrats!
Congrats!
truemyths
Yes
aNet deserves a thank you for all the hard work and craftsmanship they put into this game. Why I play:
- Free to play
- Complex
- Atristic
- Humor laden
- Good community
- Community events (Christmas, etc.)
I've never played a different online game (not even one) as they never had a draw for me. I started during Christmas 1998 and it was quite a hoot to drop into that... it's been a wild ride.
Don't Nerf aNet!
aNet deserves a thank you for all the hard work and craftsmanship they put into this game. Why I play:
- Free to play
- Complex
- Atristic
- Humor laden
- Good community
- Community events (Christmas, etc.)
I've never played a different online game (not even one) as they never had a draw for me. I started during Christmas 1998 and it was quite a hoot to drop into that... it's been a wild ride.
Don't Nerf aNet!
Mr. G
I play GW for the amazing plot of course, but also the fact Anet puts so much into customer support - I mean they randomly turn up at player held events!
Also the fact you cast a friendly spells on yourself while trageting foes...Ive always wanted to thank them for that - GG anet
Also the fact you cast a friendly spells on yourself while trageting foes...Ive always wanted to thank them for that - GG anet
Hippocheesebarn
I was originally drawn to GW because of the lack of a monthly fee. I hate the idea of buying software, and then paying to actually use it. That is still a good chunk of why I play. I think the plot is alright, but most importantly, it offers one of the greatest Co-operative playing experiences I've seen in a long time. Usually I get to pla co-op with my brother once in a blue moon. While its great, it's rare. GW gives me access to this fun environment every day. Not to mention their purely outstanding customer service. I've never seen anything like it.
Thanks for one of the best games I've ever invested in, A-Net. You do a fantastic job.
Thanks for one of the best games I've ever invested in, A-Net. You do a fantastic job.
Series
I payed them 150+ dollars. They gave me a game. No need for thanks on either party.
Rocky Raccoon
I have played GW for 2 years now and stiil love the game. I play because it is the best game I have ever played and I have played many games since I started with Pong. I am glad to see the postive replies without the bad mouthing that usually shows up i these posts.
TabascoSauce
It is a really beautifully crafted world. With banners high, going to the guild hall makes me feel like I am a part of something. You can immerse yourself in the country and sightsee. I have to say that my favorites are the snowy landscapes of North Shiverpeaks.
Thanks!
TabascoSauce
Thanks!
TabascoSauce
Messy
I have been playing since May 2005. When I started dreaming with charr and other foes, I realized just HOW hooked I was
I paid them, they gave me a game... and events, and more content, and more items, and updates, and nerfs, and more content, and more events, and hats, and minipets, and titles, and and and... I know they didn't have to do that. They are amazingly talented and creative hard working people. Hats off to you ANET!!!
It's an amazing game, great story, fun, but what I love the most, is that I have met some amazing people that are now my friends for years to come.
I paid them, they gave me a game... and events, and more content, and more items, and updates, and nerfs, and more content, and more events, and hats, and minipets, and titles, and and and... I know they didn't have to do that. They are amazingly talented and creative hard working people. Hats off to you ANET!!!
It's an amazing game, great story, fun, but what I love the most, is that I have met some amazing people that are now my friends for years to come.
terminatorofhell
ive beend playing since june 2005 and i love the game i love the plot i love everything about it ! GW2 FTW!!!!!!!!!!
Fobdo
I love Guild Wars simply because it is fun, and that's what games are for.
KiyaKoreena
^ *showing my love for GW* ^
I think showing that off proves how much of fans my husband and I are of this game. They must have done something right to get this kind of devotion! :-) Nearly two years of playing for our household and we keep logging on for more.
And now to go work on my next GW inspired item.....
Kityn
That is cute. Add a few special effects and that would be awesome.
What I love about GW, hmm? I suppose everything, otherwise I would not be playing.
What I love about GW, hmm? I suppose everything, otherwise I would not be playing.
Andrew Patrick
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Thanks for your kind words, the dev team has been working hard on this update, and we all look forward to your reaction.
Silly Warrior
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I envy you, I really do. *goes off to make ranger set*
Imagine how cool I would be walking around in that in public lol.
Please make me a ranger 15k Primeval....
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And Andrew, if your checking Guru still, when exactly is the update happening today? Have they delayed until tomorrow? Hope not!
Sabor_Wolf
A lot of you are forgetting one thing! They actually listen to who plays their games, and even asks and puts up polls on Fansites to get opinions on what they should do in their next update! Gaile herself often visits and asks and even in-game can be seen (the most obvious of features is the massive swarm of players dancing in front of her) taking people's questions and opinions. Without such community-dev interaction, GW wouldn't be close to what it is now.
Darcy
@OP - about once a month, someone starts a "love to ANet" thread.
And here is this month's love post from me.
Thank you, ArenaNet. I not only love GW (playing 14 months), but I love your company viewpoint. I would buy any game you produced, secure in the knowledge that it will start off great and continue to grow and improve.
And here is this month's love post from me.
Thank you, ArenaNet. I not only love GW (playing 14 months), but I love your company viewpoint. I would buy any game you produced, secure in the knowledge that it will start off great and continue to grow and improve.
KiyaKoreena
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Originally Posted by Silly Warrior
You must love the game alot...to make a custome of a monk armor set, lol.
I envy you, I really do. *goes off to make ranger set* Imagine how cool I would be walking around in that in public lol. Please make me a ranger 15k Primeval.... |
What I really need is to make friends with someone who does glasswork...... oh the nice things that could get crafted. I know exactly what I would have hanging on my walls. :-)
chichory
l love how much Anet supports this game and cares how much we enjoy it
Also enjoy searching and questing around fun explorable area's.
Also enjoy searching and questing around fun explorable area's.
Hippocheesebarn
Oh, I forgot to add, the environments are stunning. I have gone back through kessex peak and some of the maps in maguuma jungle just to look at the scenery. It really is pretty, and makes the gaming experience that much better.
FelixCarter
I play Guild Wars for the superb game play, the amazing plot, the wonderful graphics, and the massive community that accepts me when I've had enough of Art History, Physics, New World Economics, Chemistry, and so much more.
Thank you, ANet.
Thank you, ANet.
creelie
LOL this is the thread for me!
I feel like I was looking at a single slice of bread, and it suddenly turned into a club sandwich.
BEST. UPDATE. EVER!
I feel like I was looking at a single slice of bread, and it suddenly turned into a club sandwich.
BEST. UPDATE. EVER!
Surena
Great update, thanks a lot!
Can't wait to get off work and get my protector titles (yes, since this is my only account left I don't have any of those).
Anyone want to help me this evening/tonight on CET?
Can't wait to get off work and get my protector titles (yes, since this is my only account left I don't have any of those).
Anyone want to help me this evening/tonight on CET?
Sophitia Leafblade
Yey great work Anet, i knew u would make it a great update and it was perfection
We love u Anet *Mexican wave*
We love u Anet *Mexican wave*
sixdartbart
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Does the offhand have 20% faster rechange?
Great Update Anet, Hard mode rocks and the new titles are something fresh to do <3 for the work you guys/girls put into improving the game. no matter how many people complain about everything.
Remember the unhappy ones always make more noise than the happy ones mostly because we are having fun playing your game while they are here QQing
phaffo
Thank you Anet over and over.
Hard mode lived up to all my expectations then blew them away.
Keep up the amazing work!
Hard mode lived up to all my expectations then blew them away.
Keep up the amazing work!
Bowman Artemis
Hugs and love to Anet for the latest update! Hopefully this will fix up the economy, I'm sick of 200g Sup Runes and every second person I see having Fissure armor. Hard mode looks great, I beat Hells for the first time today and I'm looking forward to going back to Ascalon and having my rump handed to me by a grawl. Lockpicks also get my seal of approval.
Mr_Cynical
Anet have created a fantastic game. Unfortunately the nerfs department seemed determined to kill it. Solution: sack the nerfs department.