Ulysses Knapse wrote:When EVE: Legion was revealed, I had conflicted feelings. On one hand, it's what I've always wanted. On the other hand, it seemed like Dust 514 was being abandoned entirely. I've had some time to reflect on EVE: Legion and what it means for Dust 514, and I've come to a conclusion.
EVE: Legion... doesn't seem so bad, even if it's not perfect. I'll list my reasons for coming to that conclusion.
1. Is CCP abandoning Dust 514? Not quite.
Looking over the information provided, it seems that Dust 514 isn't going to be abandoned. Assuming that CCP is honest about Legion becoming an open-world FPS, which Dust is not, it's not unreasonable to infer that Legion is not replacing Dust. Rather, Dust 514 will remain as a lobby-based shooter whereas EVE: Legion will use more EVE-like concepts, such as asymmetrical warfare, player-run industry and open-world gameplay.
To be honest, I'm somewhat disappointed with that idea as this means that Dust 514 is not likely to have these concepts, or at least will not have as many of them. However, there are some who enjoy Dust 514's current mechanics, so I can't really say for certain whether this is a bad thing without being heavily subjective.
2. Are you losing money and progress? Maybe, but probably not.
Some have voiced concerns that they will lose their progress, and thus money they spent on said progress, in Dust 514 if and when they emigrate to EVE: Legion. This is an understandable concern. However, CCP has promised that if EVE: Legion is released that all characters and assets (possibly excluding BPOs as you know them, as CCP has stated that Dust 514 BPOs are at odds with their desired open-world vision) will be copied over from Dust 514. As such, you will not lose any money or progress, even if you do transfer over, with the possible exception of BPOs which will likely be reimbursed in some way.
3. Console gamers don't get to experience EVE: Legion.
I cannot debate this claim. It is certainly true that you cannot play a PC game without a PC. However, owning a PC is a pretty common thing and you have no one to blame if you prioritize buying a game console over buying or upgrading to a moderately capable PC. Not trying to be rude here, but them's the facts.
4. I wasted my money buying a PS3 just so I could play Dust 514! This is an outrage!
I have a confession to make. I, like some others, bought a PS3 mostly so I could play Dust 514. Am I upset? Not really. Firstly, buying a console solely to play a specific game is a really bad idea and there's really no reason to be upset at someone else for it. Secondly, after I bought my PS3 I ended up using it to play other games in addition to Dust 514, because otherwise it would be a waste. Don't blame CCP alone for your wasteful spending.
5. Do you like the way Dust 514 is, but hate that progress will now slow?
Well, I'm not really sure how that feels, but I suppose slow progress is never a good thing. Don't worry, though, Dust 514 is not going anywhere anytime soon, so even if the progress is slow you can still enjoy the game as it is. This is probably the most legitimate complaint I can think of, so even though I don't feel too bad about it I sympathize with you.
6. Aimbots won't be a big deal.
They just won't. If you use an aimbot, CCP will find you and they will ban you and your character and assets will be lost. It's not like other FPS games where you can find another server to play on and where your characters and assets don't matter. Even if you create a new account, you won't get your ISK, skills or items back. Legitimately skilled players with enhanced gear and mad skillpointz can and will outdo aimbots, because aimbots can and will be banned regularly.
Well, that's all I can really say for now, assuming CCP is being totally honest here. But don't feel too bad. Maybe in the future CCP will port EVE: Legion to consoles. Also remember that EVE: Legion isn't set-in-stone, CCP isn't completely sure whether they'll go through with it or not. If you really don't want EVE: Legion to be implemented as it is, you can always tell CCP that. Just be reasonable, please. Don't condemn it before you understand it.