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I am honestly shocked at this game's operation. Ostensibly open to players of all ages, it is free to open an account, but requires a significant investment of real money to advance. In talking with other players, I have learned that investments of hundreds and even thousands of dollars annually are required to play competitively. That is something to consider before joining a sim game with possibly addictive elements.

But what is more alarming is the hostility and outright contempt with which the administrators of the game treat their players. Huge game upheavals occur regularly as rules are changed with little or no warning, leaving long-time players at a serious loss. Non-appealable decisions by game administrators eliminate accounts, sanction players, and punish game members for minor or innocent offenses. Game reps have admonished players with rude and inappropriate language, without repercussion. Honestly surprised that this game has survived the growth of social media, as it is just the sort of uncaring corporate monolith that is regularly taken down by organized protest.