New unit bundles are too expensive
Let's talk about the new unit bundles. As expected, the value of the bundles provides no value. I can get an Avatar to level 8, get 650 diamonds, and get a colossal crate for $39.99. Or with the Stea...
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@iLikeToSnipe21 wrote:Let's talk about the new unit bundles. As expected, the value of the bundles provides no value. I can get an Avatar to level 8, get 650 diamonds, and get a colossal crate for $39.99. Or with the Steam winter sale I can get both Civilization IV and Prey for $30. $39.99 is not a fair value for a unit bundle.
I know I post a lot about it, but I care enough about this game that I want to get some visibility on these issues. $40 for a unit bundle is not a fair value in any sense; it's not anchored in reality. The amount of work it takes to make said unit and the enjoyment you get from using it are a microscopic fraction compared to buying two AAA games. I want to spend money on this game, but it is never going to happen with these prices. Due to the diamonds and colossal crate included, I think the most I could ever bring myself to spend on this bundle would be $15, and that's when it's at full price.
I can drop a hundred dollars or more on this game across its lifetime. But I'm not buying a $40 bundle for a single unit. That's insane.
I'm thinking it may have to do with the value of each unit and the cost of how much credit / diamonds it'd cost to get a unit up to that level.
I don't visit the shop often enough to remember the value of each unit and how much each credit/ diamond cost in terms of real dollars but i suspect that's how they get that value. If they sell it at too low a price, it devalues their in game currencies.
TBH, we are clearly not the intended player demographic these deals are targeted towards and that's fine. There may be players who want to the shiny new things first and are ready to pay for that. And if so, good for them.
You're absolutely right, the price isn't balanced to what's available outside of the game (not to us anyway) but you'll be surprised how much people spend on mobile games these days. I don't get it but I reckon some players see value in sinking in that much.
You are correct that people who are grounded, responsible, and with good impulse control are not the intended target.
Let me say I dont care about how the developrs support themselves or what EAs expectations are. If you want to fight back, you stop buying and you convince others to stop buying.
These so called games are set up in rhe same way as a slot machine. Many apps from other companies are set up in this same predatory way. These games abuse the Dopamine system in humans. Street drugs do this same thing. Do not forget that EA is the enemy. When you are playing someone in the game you may view them as the enemy. They are more like a casual competitor. Its EA and their drive to convince you into making purchases that are the true villian.
if your going to have a "sale" make it a sale
not here get these units for 20 that just dumb like the new unit they should have givin those out not sale them
@powerlifter450 wrote:You are correct that people who are grounded, responsible, and with good impulse control are not the intended target.
Let me say I dont care about how the developrs support themselves or what EAs expectations are. If you want to fight back, you stop buying and you convince others to stop buying.
These so called games are set up in rhe same way as a slot machine. Many apps from other companies are set up in this same predatory way. These games abuse the Dopamine system in humans. Street drugs do this same thing. Do not forget that EA is the enemy. When you are playing someone in the game you may view them as the enemy. They are more like a casual competitor. Its EA and their drive to convince you into making purchases that are the true villian.
It sounds like you care. :D
If it sounds like I give a da*n now, just wait. You see, many of my complaints will never be fixed. Ive attacked the fundamental ways EA is using to try and exploit money from people. This is playing out like another EA property. Star wars galaxy of heroes. One thing that turned me off to the game was the continued ridiculously overpriced shards cards bits whatever you want to call them. These games just parcel out a few morsels. They give you quite a bit in the beginning to get you hooked. Once you are emotionally involved, they start trying to reel you in. They come up with ways to frustrate players into making purchases.
Im thinking of sending a letter to my state representatives along with my state attorney general. EA needs to be investigated by state and federal agencies. They have gotten away with too much for too long.
Most people don't have the right resources but, I do. So, I will be using these resources to bring Electronic Arts to heel.
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