One thing that I feel is missing in the current crop of MMORPGs is a sense of depth for the characters we create. Our avatars are always born parentless and often sterile as well. I think that implementing virtual families in MMORPGs could be one of the new mechanisms we see in the next generation of MMORPGs.

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I love MMORPGs, I really do. The ever-changing nature of them always keeps me coming back for more. The interaction with other real live people in the game world is also just perfect. However, I can't deny that being able to meet people in MMORPGs is both a blessing and a curse.

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Playing in groups is a basic element of MMORPGs, but some players just like to be loners. Do they have a place in today's MMOs?

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Modern video games now have big development and marketing budgets, and the publishers and creators often make millions. Recent trends show that the gamers are starting to cash in too.

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