Ryzom

totnkopf wrote:You'll find many people that are unwilling to let go of what the game once was (There was a time of no pvp, no factions except for what you wanted to RP, etc.) Many of these people still cling to that memory and are fighting a hopeless battle. There are also those who don't wish to see the game become WoW and demand it be a niche game (in others words, do nothing like any other MMO out there). As a result, some players tend to be a bit xenophobic in their views because the next new player might be a 'leet kid'...
Personally, I think they're both misguided in their views. This game needs a ton of new players to make up for the ones its lost and to fill in new spots that would make OPs and spires actually fun. Any type of new idea tends to get shot down pretty quick. its a shame, but they'll come around sooner or later. Ryzom is changing, for the better IMO, so stick with it. There are great things coming. Kitin lair, possibly Spires, etc. Anyone new is always welcome, in my view. We need more players to make this game better.

EDIT: it should also be pointed out that only a minority of the players of Ryzom actually post on the forums, so the reaction here is not what should be expected in game. If you think that you have a suggestion that could improve the game, just send it in as a suggestion ticket to the CSRs. Its much easier, actually gets your suggestions to the right people and doesn't involve your idea being flamed by people who are mentally playing a different game than they are physically.