Background story does not equal storyline content. Period. Sure, I know about how we got here and who the major players are, but that's it. The background story only serves to bring up more questions. Questions that I should be able to answer in game (though not immediately
). I want to know where the Kami and Karavan came from, who Jena is and why she looks human, and tons of other questions that cannot be answered yet. Eve Online has an AMAZING backstory. But that's it. There's no other way to answer the mysteries in game.
For most low-brow MMO players, new mobs equals new content. Us storyline people are left in the dark. That's fine, but for my dime to stay here, I need some storyline.
Is this game rich in environment? Absolutely. Is it gorgeous to walk around in? Yep Am I excited for the future? You bet your ass I am. There's a ton of places I haven't been yet and am working my way to explore, but I'd like to have a reason to go there than just for screenshots.