I want MMOs to waste our time again
The author argues that modern MMOs like World of Warcraft are too efficient, prioritizing player progression over the sense of wonder and aimless exploration found in older titles like Star Wars Galaxies. While acknowledging the design improvements in current games, the piece highlights the unique magic of incidental encounters and the joy of simply existing in a persistent virtual world.
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- Company: PC Gamer
- Company: LucasArts
- Topic: MMOs
- Game: World of Warcraft
- Topic: Game Design
- Game: Star Wars Galaxies
- Topic: Player Experience
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