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Nexus... -> A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 14:40:11)

So I had an idea, and because the suggestion thread seems dead to me, or at least I don't get any feedback there, I figured I would post it here.

Since Name Change was released, I think a lot of people, including myself, have been upset with the fact that we cannot go back to a name we previously purchased without paying more Varium. So here is my idea.

Although I know a lot of Non-Varium players would disagree with me, I don't think namechange should ever be available via credits. Where features such as Class Change effected gameplay and balance, Name Change has not effect on the outcome of a battle, and therefore should remain a nice "Perk" for the varium players. This being said, the developers have been promising new Arcade Items, Prizes, and Vouchers for what seems to be forever now. One of these Vouchers could easily be made into a name voucher. Obviously it would be very hard to get, but would still give Non-Varium's a small chance at getting a new name (kind of like how the robot currently works in the arcade).

Furthermore, I think the price for a Name Change should remain at the 1,100 Varium, or at least in close proximity. However, what should be changed? When you are prompted with the Change Name screen, I think there should be a small button labelled "Revert Name." Selecting this option will provide you with the list of names you have already purchased. In order to revert to an already purchased name, you will have to pay a fee of 10,000 credits, and that is it. Purchase a name for 1,100 Varium, revert (go back) to any name you have previously purchased for the small amount of 10,000 credits or by using the system which is currently in place, paying the 1,100 Varium all over again.

This keeps revenue flowing for the developers, but makes it easier on the players. I also don't see this being all that hard to implement. Maybe it would be, but this just seems logical to me, fair, and something all of us with multiple names could really use.

I would love to see this feature, and I think it would be a step in the right direction IF implemented.

Discuss.

Prophet



InceptionAE -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 14:46:34)

I disagree. Credit name change should be allowed. Revert name good idea, but only varium?

It's already varium and non-variums should have the right to change their name. As so in real life. No one said I have to pay over 1.000 in real life to change my name? Did they? No. We have rights here. Remember that. I say if you purchase a name, no matter creds/var We should change back to our old name for free. That would've been a better idea. Period.



Nexus... -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 14:53:57)

Yeah, I knew non-variums would hate, and rightly so. However, if you think about it, it makes sense. In order to get the name you must purchase Varium. You could purchase the lowest package, change your name, and go between the two whenever you like without needing Varium ever again. As I said, Name Change does not effect gameplay in ANY way. In every other AE game that has it, its a paid currency item. This would just allow a bit more freedom to the players, while allowing them to keep what they payed for, and keeping a nice flow of income for the developers. To me its a win-win. I can see how a non-varium would be unhappy with this, but Name Change really is something that should not be free. I think its meant to be a Varium Perk. Do you NEED to change your name in order to have a better likelihood of winning? Nope.


Prophet



hauki -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 14:59:32)

give us non-varium atleast one change, like getting ''free name change ticket'' from arcade that can drob only 1 time to same character and it would be as rare as bot,house,10k and hoover if not rarer. or would it freak out varium players too much?

sry if i spelled wrong btw


jackbot ftw!



One Winged Angel1357 -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 15:01:27)

even tho im one of the old F2P's(to old for my ratios own good) Name change is a nice little perk it does not affect the game at all, except confuse players some times, so that means it really shouldnt be offered up to F2P's.

Anyway about your idea revert to an old name for 10K credits sounds fair but there should also be a 1.1K varium option so if your a lazy Varium player you can change back to your origanal name



Nexus... -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 15:05:58)

I like the arcade idea :) I will add that to my original post.

@OneWinged

Yes. You can always go back to your original name by using the system that is currently in place. However, if you have the credits, this option would be a lot more efficient for most players.

Thanks for the support :)


Prophet



Scakk -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 23:14:51)

Post of only "I support" and such have been removed as they lend nothing to the thread itself.


Please when replying offer constructive feedback in a civilized tone wether you agree or disagree.



od -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/23/2011 23:59:58)

How about putting it and possibly class change as an arcade prize?



Bu Kek Siansu -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/24/2011 1:20:19)

NPC-ChangeClass
  • Can change your name for 1,100 Varium.
    * LIMITED TIME! Try a different name now and instantly receive the Master of Disguise achievement worth 1,450 Rating Points!
    NOTICE! All purchased names will be reserved for you. To restore a previous name, return to this menu and change again.


    ^
    I think, it is fine as it is now. But, it needs a small adjustment.

  • There should be 2 options for Varium and Credits.


    1. Varium: You can purchase a new available name for 1,100 Varium.
    * LIMITED TIME! Try a different name now and instantly receive the Master of Disguise achievement worth 1,450 Rating Points!
    * After you have purchased it, you will automatically be received 5,000 Credits or 10,000 Credits or 15,000 Credits or 20,000 Credits.
    WARNING! You can't claim your old name. Thus, think carefully before you change your name. You have to pay every single Name Change.

    2. Credits: You can purchase a new available name for 10,000 Credits or 20,000 Credits or 30,000 Credits or 40,000 Credits.
    * LIMITED TIME! Try a different name now and instantly receive the Master of Disguise achievement worth 1,450 Rating Points!
    WARNING! You can't claim your old name. Thus, think carefully before you change your name. You have to pay every single Name Change.


    OR


    1. Varium: You can purchase a new available name for 1,100 Varium.
    * LIMITED TIME! Try a different name now and instantly receive the Master of Disguise achievement worth 1,450 Rating Points!
    NOTICE! All purchased names will be reserved for you. To restore a previous name, return to this menu and change again.

    2. Credits: You can purchase a new available name for 10,000 Credits or 20,000 Credits or 30,000 Credits or 40,000 Credits.
    * LIMITED TIME! Try a different name now and instantly receive the Master of Disguise achievement worth 1,450 Rating Points!
    NOTICE! All purchased names will be reserved for you. To restore a previous name, return to this menu and change again.




    • DillBagel -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/24/2011 4:24:14)

    I definitely like the credit switch back, and I also a free that the name chane should remain a paying perk. There has to be something the free players can't have, unless the varium price drops and the credit price is similar to that of class change, or more. Too cheap and it brings around what Titan talked about where people can use it to avoid moderators etc.



    H4ll0w33n -> RE: A Small Adjustment to Name Change (7/24/2011 13:31:35)

    hmm

    varium= your previous names cannot be taken, costs half as much to change back to previous names.

    credits= previous names can be taken, costs 25000 credits.

    thats what i think it should be



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