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I'm surprised it's kept going this long. That's a testament to quality etc., leading to ongoing financial support of a product that many people want. That L&P began with a passion to produce something much better than average is beyond doubt & IMO, he achieved this goal. It's time to start thinking, however, of an abandonment & what could be done about this, if anything. Some such situations have resulted in revivals, albeit with mixed results.Patrons clearly like and support L&P enough to show patronage and invest their money in AWAM. The pirates and non payers should remember that and show gratitude they're getting something for nothing instead of all the needless and vile abuse thrown his way across these platforms.
Which isn't to say there aren't issues on which Patrons DON'T agree, the principal ones being speed of updates, ultra slow burn with Sophia's continued nun-like fidelity runners up. L&P take note, but at least we're glad to see a noticeable recent shift with Sam!!!
Regards general content, he's giving folks what they consider worth paying for.
The main concern is L&P abandoning this game way before its conclusion, which many now think a strong possibility. Because this seems to be a pattern elsewhere with long, drawn out enterprises like these. Also L&P's own alleged health issues.
One good reason to accept his ways (however annoying and frustrating) and get solidly behind this game before it disappears.
Because if we're honest, there's nothing else that comes near it.
As for the Dev's ways, I don't accept them at all, it's just that, like all fans, I have no choice except to stop being a fan. I intended years ago to become a Patron, which these days I can afford but the production rate slowed down & is what it is & I prefer to support those who deliver in a timelier manner. If & when they don't, I provide polite feedback on why I'm leaving. Sometimes when production picks up, I go back. Some AWAM Patrons do the same but not enough.
I believe almost everyone who came to this thread arrived because they'd played the game & enjoyed it, (as I still do) but many views have changed as a result of 'the way things are'. Ultimately it doesn't matter what I or anyone else thinks because although L&P is not impervious to criticism, (as has been proved several times), there is no way he'll ever change anything as a result of someone else's thoughts on any issue. As for pirates like myself, his feelings are well-known but I'm still here, which is a back-handed compliment to the Dev.
Large amounts of goodwill & game potential have both been sacrificed over the years, however, with the current situation being the result. That this is not irreparable has always been the case but no-one's holding their breath. I will probably remain a fan for as long as AWAM lasts, not least because I want to see what happens next, both in the VN & RL. That's an essential component of good storytelling, after all.
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