Funcom has announced that Anarchy Online's free-to-play program will continue throughout 2008 in reaction to the "steady growth and outstanding contribution of our free players to the community."
While the free-to-play program restricts access to the game's expansion packs, players who enjoy the title can unlock this content by purchasing the packs separately, or by upgrading to the $10 per month subscription plan.
This is the second time in as many years that the program has been extended for these same reasons, and if that proves anything, it's that MMO players really like the idea of not having to pay for their games. I don't expect other publishers to fall in line with similar free-play options for their titles, but if any of them are reading this I'd like to figuratively nudge them in the ribs while pointing to the metaphorical moths flying out of my wallet.
Free Anarchy Online Continues In 2008 [Anarchy Online Official Site, via Ten Ton Hammer]
