Curse

_Alice_ · Jun 15, 2011, 05:24 PM // 17:24

With the plethora of discouraging topics and hateful threads that are floating around out there nowadays, I just wanted to start a thread for those of us that really appreciate the dedication of the ANET staff and the Live team that have kept us playing this game for years now. Hopefully this can be a place where people post their thanks, fond memories of GW play, and the like.

I would like to ask that if you disagree with those of us who think ANET has done, and continues to do, something special with GW that you just leave this thread alone. I know I can't force the haters not to post up here, but please, there are TONS of threads started every day about what is wrong with this game.

The funny thing is that I think the people that get the angriest and have the worst things to say probably love GW the most. In fact I think many of us like the game so much that we have come to take it rather seriously. ( <----understatement) I have had my share of complaints in my time just like the rest. I think it just took me a while to realize that we complain because we care what happens to the game, and we care because we love GW.

I realize that this thread is going to be trolled, and I don't want it to become a debate over what GW has done right and wrong (there is another new thread concerning just that) But I still wanted to make it and I hope that others take a second to show their appreciation.

Thanks ANET, best game ever, can't wait for the WoC and GW2!

chuckles79 · Jun 15, 2011, 05:29 PM // 17:29

I agree 100%
/signed

MagnumShadow · Jun 15, 2011, 05:32 PM // 17:32

Finally something positive here

Aycee · Jun 15, 2011, 05:33 PM // 17:33

Just want to throw my thank you to Anet for providing me with my favorite game, even though I had my breaks from playing it was always here when I came back just as great as when I left. 6 years going strong.

shanan1979 · Jun 15, 2011, 05:33 PM // 17:33

Yes I do want to say thanks too. I have been playing since day 1. I have lots of fond memories and excitement when new content came out and reading update notes. When it comes to computer games I have a SHORT attention span but GW has kept mine for 6 years. I think they are doing well with coming out with new stuff, they could have just abandoned it. I have 3 brother-in-laws who are like brothers to me and since they live all over the country GW has allowed us to connect and have a Wednesday gaming session for such a long time. We hardly ever miss one.

So thanks Anet for making a quality product and also an affordable one!

dudemonkey · Jun 15, 2011, 05:34 PM // 17:34

Agreed, and thanks for this thread.

_Alice_ · Jun 15, 2011, 05:35 PM // 17:35

I'm glad I'm not the only one that feels this way. Thanks for responding so fast!

greep · Jun 15, 2011, 05:49 PM // 17:49

While I've been very critical about guild wars (If nobody provided nagative criticism we'd all still be playing tetris

), I definately would like to thank you anet. Somehow you managed to take MMORPGs from mindless rat tail hunting into a seriously competitive, interesting, and constantly changing game. Really there's no other MMO that comes close to the complexity and fun of guild wars, so I'm just patiently waiting for when gw2 goes public beta.

Verene · Jun 15, 2011, 05:50 PM // 17:50

Thank you for not only making the only MMO that's held my attention for longer than a week, but also making a game that's fun, easy to get into, complex to master (despite what people say about it being too easy - you play for 6 years, of course it'll seem easy to you), and just plain awesome. Good job, Anet <3

StormDragonZ · Jun 15, 2011, 05:58 PM // 17:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Alice_

The funny thing is that I think the people that get the angriest and have the worst things to say probably love GW the most.

That's not funny at all. It's absolutely true in my case. I wouldn't complain or question anything negative about GW if I didn't "love" them.

It's the people who hate for the sake of hating. I hate because I have an opinion.

_Alice_ · Jun 15, 2011, 06:12 PM // 18:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by StormDragonZ

I wouldn't complain or question anything negative about GW if I didn't "love" them.

Yeah, I realized this about myself as well, I just thought it would be nice to put it in those kind of terms for once.

Axel Zinfandel · Jun 15, 2011, 06:15 PM // 18:15

As much as I tend to express my dislike for the current state of the game, The expression of dislike is needed just as much, if not more than the expression of like. Often times it is not in as constructive a form of criticism as one would tend to like, but every opinion brings a new side to the table that is needed.

So, I will say that I am thankful that Anet at lease keeps a mindful eye on the negative opinions and takes it with better stride than I could, myself :P. As stated, many of us are angry because we like GW so much. It is true, many of us are not happy with the current state of things, but Anet takes the criticism better than some other companies.

Becca · Jun 15, 2011, 06:20 PM // 18:20

Thanks for starting this thread

Anet has done an absolutely fantastic job with the recent content as we wait for Guild Wars 2, it's amazing how they have kept the players occupied for so long (4 years in my case)

*<3 to Anet*

clear · Jun 15, 2011, 06:24 PM // 18:24

They must be doing something right since I've been playing for years...

Kwith · Jun 15, 2011, 06:45 PM // 18:45

No matter how bored I get with the game at times, I am constantly drawn back to it every once in a while. Since they started introducing new content like the War in Kryta and Winds of Change, I find myself looking forward to playing once again.

I'm now anxious for WoC to get out and foaming at the mouth for GW2. I have actually sworn off all MMOs (cancelled my WoW account, and given up trying other MMOs) so I can take a break and start fresh for when GW2 comes out.

I know the standard answer to this but I'm gonna say it anyway:

Please ANET! Hurry up! I want to play GW2 now!

wilebill · Jun 15, 2011, 06:46 PM // 18:46

/signed

Yes, thank you ANet! We does think a lot of you guys and gals even when we don't say so. You the greatest!

Saru The Boss · Jun 15, 2011, 07:02 PM // 19:02

Yes, thank you Anet, for taking $100 from me, allowing me over 4,000 hours of gameplay, banning me, and making me spend an additional $75 and start all over again. It's been a fun few years...

jensyea · Jun 15, 2011, 07:19 PM // 19:19

YES YES YES!

/signed and thanks!

Played alot of games but this is most definetely the most special and fun one I've ever played. Unique, and I'm not looking forward to GW2 cuz I don't think it will be better then GW1

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gremlin · Jun 15, 2011, 07:30 PM // 19:30

Thank you anet for taking the time to create a truly monumental game, if at times you have failed, it wasn't for the want of trying.

As long as you keep the faith and try we will continue to support you.

Xsiriss · Jun 15, 2011, 07:47 PM // 19:47

As Storm said, most of us complain (sometimes bitterly) to get something said and keep Anet on track. Although fat lot of good it does, it's better than doing nothing and letting the game go down a road we don't want it to. People whining about whiners often miss the point (Which by the way I am not saying is happening in this thread).