2 Million Pirates Shanghai'd

The Escapist's news feed reports that 2 Million characters have been made in Puzzle Pirates since the launch of the game. From the article: "Three Rings' CEO Daniel James sees 2 million users as confirmation of the micro-currency model. 'We believe that this model represents the future for online entertainment. Our inspiration continues to be the Korean market, where 'free to play, pay for item' is the ubiquitous business model for online games. As the US market matures to meet Korea, we intend to keep leading the way.' In addition, the company recently released the beta version of a new game, Bang! Howdy, a multiplayer online tactical strategy game for the PC, which uses the same payment structure and online distribution model."

Re:Korean MMO model works well

[shawn443]

I just clicked the MapleStory link out of curiosity. Never in my life have I seen such an IE only message. A+ for creativity on that one. Nonetheless, unless my employer doesn't mind me playing this game, I'm out of luck.

Re:You're not approaching it right...

[kfg]

. . .you risk a terrible penalty if you attack a weaker vessel.

Well, isn't that kinda the whole idea of, like. . .piracy? So you can, ya know. . .take their stuff?

KFG

Re:Korean MMO model works well

[Anonymous Coward]

yes, see them cry in pure agony as they realise they lost a "potential" customer to their FREE game.

Kart World?

[Daengbo]

Following the Korean model? So, what, Kart Rider is taking over the world? I can't wait ....