richardhutnik said:
It all depends on the lobby involved and what laws they pass. Libraries aren't allow to lend out computer software, but the can do video games. If you look at it now, there is active supporters, on here, who actively agree with ending used game sales. Any industry will push and push and push to get what it wants. The would actively rather do away completely with even ownership, if they could and switch to a subscription model. Look at what Sony pushes, with Playstation Plus. There is a strong push also for MMOs, because that means a steady stream of income to for those making software. |
Just to adress your bold. There is no "strong push" for a subscription fee in MMOs. In fact, it's the very opposite. Many MMOs are switching to (and even launching with) a F2P model. Many players chose to spend a lot of cash for the ingame cashop (vanity items, consumables ect). Mmos like DCUO and LOTRO have gained a HUGE number of players and have wildly increased profit gained since becoming F2P. One of the most anticipated AAA mmos on the verge of releasing is Guild Wars 2, which will be F2P.
