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Top Five Reasons To Never Play An MMORPG

November 30, 2008 in Top List comments 28

SlapStic contributor Eclipse expresses his disdain for the modern MMO with this list. Addiction, possible girlfriend loss, and bank-account drainage are mentioned, among others.

5) They're addicting

No joke. Seriously, just check out the number one reason for some of the withdrawal symptoms if you don't believe me. I have friends who play for hours on end trying to get their fix of one more epic item. They give up lots of social opportunities in order to do "one more raid" in the hopes of finding what they need and not have it looted by a guild mate, or to make enough gold to buy what they want from whatever vendors may be available. Most people will try to turn this into a compliment about how awesome the game is, but now you're prepared for it so you don't fall into the same trap.
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  • 1
    chautemoc Dec 1, 08
    The word you're looking for is "addictive".
  • 2
    Bale Fire Dec 1, 08
    They are both valid words aren't they?

    What does Yuna and Cid cosplaying have to do with MMORPG's anyway?
    • 0
      chautemoc Dec 1, 08
      In their proper contexts..

      Good point on the photo, hehe.
    • 0
      RabidChinaGirl Dec 1, 08
      quote Silver Mirror
      What does Yuna and Cid cosplaying have to do with MMORPG's anyway?
      Pretty much what I was wondering. The list is pretty silly, but I think that's kind of the point, as most "top ____" lists go. As such, I won't argue too much with it.
      • 0
        kik36 Dec 1, 08
        Oh......that was Cid?! I thought the one about nerfing was pretty damn true though. I never met a bunch of whiners quite like those in an MMORPG bitching and whining about how their class is too weak and the others are too strong.
        • 0
          RabidChinaGirl Dec 1, 08
          I play MMOs. It really depends on the game, when it comes to complaints and class balance because some devs do it better than others. Class balance is just an aspect of MMO design, after all.

          It's so silly that people hate on MMOs without any substantial reasoning. Addiction? That's all on you, the player. I enjoy MMO interaction of the PvP variety, absolutely hate the grind and other aspects that give the games their addictive qualities. That's one reason I really prefer console/PC games though: they're short enough to let you see the light at the end of the tunnel. With WoW, I just see an endless winding road...
        • 0
          kik36 Dec 1, 08
          I played FFXI for nearly 4 years so the class argument was always a pretty standard bitch, and it was always over some petty shit too.

          I've thought about going back a few times, but would like to think that chapter is closed....it's pretty much over when you shut down your chara and let a couple expansions go by.....there's really no way to catch up. I'm looking forward to the next MMO to come out on the PS3 for sure.
        • 0
          RabidChinaGirl Dec 1, 08
          That's one reason Guild Wars will always be my favorite. I played it for over 2 years, and class balance is wonderful! It also has one of the best PvP gameplay, imo, and the balanced classes just makes it all the more enjoyable.

          It seems the trend for new and upcoming MMOs is time commitment -- less of it. Companies look at WoW because it's the biggest fish in the pond, and they learn what to do or what not to do. I think they've realized a lot of gamers like the MMO experience but can't stand devoting hours per day just to get somewhere.

          SPEAKING of addictions, I hope this is not your child.
        • 0
          kik36 Dec 2, 08
          LMFAO nope, my kids are all too young to play games anyway really. Wife's son likes Motorstorm and that's about it.

          And I agree, if I could hop on for an hour or two and still be able to maintain my character I would be in an MMO to this day.
  • 5
    BANDITO ATTACK Dec 1, 08
    there are far more than 5 reasons to stay away from MMORPGs.
    • 1
      HisServant77 Dec 1, 08
      Haha, can't agree more! Which is why I stay pretty much as far away from them as possible!

      Well, okay, maybe not as far away, but I still stay at least 100 feet away!
  • 2
    Jaw7765 Dec 1, 08
    I know of a kid I don't like that much, he calls people noobs. I also have a friend that talks non-stop about he "pwned a noob and got his stuff" I can understand saying it in the game, but in real life I think it can come as a nerd...
    • 1
      HisServant77 Dec 1, 08
      Exactly right. but that's not too much regaring MMORPGS. But the internet and gaming period! I know a lot of people (myself too when I was younger) catch themselves saying "Lol" when they laugh in real life! It's hilarious, but sad at the same time!
  • 1
    Lucssj Dec 1, 08
    MMORPG's arent bad. They are social games, which you play with your friends. MMORPG's are bad only if you take it to far. I my self play about 2-3 hours a mmorpg, and i'm not addicted at all, because i know wen to stop, and i know if its to much.
    • 2
      kik36 Dec 1, 08
      The first sign of an addiction is DENIAL!!!! BAM, you're done!!!! LMAO
      • 1
        Lucssj Dec 1, 08
        Lmao, give me a break, i'm a gamer.
        • 1
          kik36 Dec 1, 08
          Game on man!!! I'm right there with ya!! Just having a bit of fun.
  • 0
    reaver11* Dec 1, 08
    I only need 1 reason not to play, and thats "all people who play MMORPGs" are idiots. Anyone who plays the damn game long enough to *bleep* up their social/sex life is truly beyond saving. They're idiots.
  • 0
    kspiess Dec 1, 08
    Lucky for me, I never really liked MMORPGs. I'm don't really like the social aspects of MMORPGs, and generally the gameplay in MMORPGS sucks enough that I've never enjoyed playing them.

    I'm sure in like 5-8 years MMORPGs are going to be like 10 times better than they are now.
  • 0
    orangeson58 Dec 1, 08
    I'm staying away from MMORPGs because I'm afraid I'll like one of them a little too much. I spend enough time on regular games!
  • 0
    Revenger of Wastelan Dec 1, 08
    I stayed away from MMORPGs for like 6 monthes now and i returned playing because it was getting way too boring.
  • 0
    DragonSlayer45 Dec 2, 08
    I agree. I've stayed clear of many MMORPG's. RS, no offense to those who play it, is just plain boring.
  • 0
    Red 9 Dec 2, 08
    Though I usually keep my distance from pointless articles such as these, I'm just starting to wonder why we get such large amounts of these sometimes-ridiculous "Top [#] Reasons Why..." articles.
  • 0
    TurMoiL911 Dec 2, 08
    The real number 1 reason why you should avoid playing MMORPG's: They're boring.

    I honestly don't have the time or attention span to play WoW anymore. I only got to level 55 before I finally got bored and did the laundry and took out the garbage. I don't know how people can sit on their computers and play that all damn day.

    Then when I got the news that The Lich King was raising the level cap to 80, I thought, "Oh, Jesus Christ."
  • 1
    Lucssj Dec 2, 08
    Well, MMO's arent meant to be played alone, not all the time at least. Wen mmorpg's first came out of, lets say, the "shadows", with the game Ultima online, it whas meant to be played as an adventure with your friends, not as a "grind to lvl up" type of game like most gamers are playng, and i admit even my self. It whas meant to be an experience just like pen and paper RPG's, which most of us gamers know you cant play alone, but ofc. it was all forgotten. In the end, its all up to the player. You need to control your self, think about wen the fun is over, and wen the addiction starts, and know wen to stop.
    • 0
      Red 9 Dec 3, 08
      I've seen more than enough Youtube videos of kids freaking out because their parents wanted them to get a life to know that's very true.
      • 0
        RabidChinaGirl Dec 3, 08
        I thrive on those videos, despite being an MMO player myself.
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    Final Blade Dec 3, 08
    I don't see any problems with MMO's, and I played FF11, the online MMO and it was fantastic. I just wish there was more out there(more final fantasy ones).

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