If you don't like addons, don't use them. Problem solved. I've never once had an issue with a guild forcing me to download an addon, but then again, I know not to stand in fire.
For me, its all about compromise. When I did raid- it was three nights a week, the other two weeknights the lady and I would hang out after work, and obviously we still spent our time together on the weekend. For me, the issue became- yes I could raid, but other aspects of the game- farming for mats, making gold, pvp or just messing around in the game began to take a hit, so I quit the game altogether and started playing games that better suited my schedule, and even a couple that we play together (not mmo's, though).
For me, this was a win win- I could still game, and spend more time with the "old lady." Plus, I had more time for other stuff- house,truck maintenance, other hobbies, etc etc etc. I guess it all comes down to priorities.
Recently, I started raiding again, but haven't made any promises to my guild. If I can find the balance to where I still feel like I'm getting my money's worth, I'll keep playing. If not, I'll just quit for good.
My point is, I think compromise and honesty are the key. If your honest with yourself, and your partner, I think a solution can be worked out where you both get what you want. It may require some sacrifice on both ends, but that's life for you. In these divorce cases, it sounds like WoW, Call of Duty, or whatever game became a mask for a bad relationship that wouldn't have worked with or without gaming.
If there was less lane watching and more game playing, people might actually be surprised by what they see wtih Warhammer: Age of Reckoning in its present state.
To be honest, for me it's not races so much as I'd just like to see the bad guys win now and again, or play as the bad guys fighting against the stereotypical forces of good.
Other than that, I'm pretty much a fan of the genre, so nothing really bothers me.
To be honest, I don't tire of any races, really. If there was anything I'd like to see, I guess I'd like to see the bad guys win every once in a while.
Upcoming Darkfall relaunch is 'a new game'
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Jun 2nd 2011 10:09AM (Massively)Divorce Online highlights cases caused by "gaming addiction"
Jun 1st 2011 12:15PM (Massively)For me, this was a win win- I could still game, and spend more time with the "old lady." Plus, I had more time for other stuff- house,truck maintenance, other hobbies, etc etc etc. I guess it all comes down to priorities.
Recently, I started raiding again, but haven't made any promises to my guild. If I can find the balance to where I still feel like I'm getting my money's worth, I'll keep playing. If not, I'll just quit for good.
My point is, I think compromise and honesty are the key. If your honest with yourself, and your partner, I think a solution can be worked out where you both get what you want. It may require some sacrifice on both ends, but that's life for you. In these divorce cases, it sounds like WoW, Call of Duty, or whatever game became a mask for a bad relationship that wouldn't have worked with or without gaming.
May Warhammer Online community update details Sigmar Tide event
May 27th 2011 4:00PM (Massively)The Daily Grind: What stock fantasy tropes bore you to death?
May 17th 2011 9:50AM (Massively)The Daily Grind: What stock fantasy tropes bore you to death?
May 17th 2011 9:49AM (Massively)Other than that, I'm pretty much a fan of the genre, so nothing really bothers me.
The Daily Grind: What stock fantasy tropes bore you to death?
May 17th 2011 9:40AM (Massively)