u/xanderlynn

I’ve been thinking about ways we can actively support the team while reviving the classic Guild Wars 2 community spirit. Back before launch, the community famously sent cupcakes to the devs to show our appreciation, and that collaborative energy is what makes this game special.

I’d love to see ArenaNet tap into that again by hosting official Kickstarter campaigns. Here is the general idea:

• Direct Funding for Expansion: Campaigns could fund specific goals, such as hiring additional artists, hiring developers, or creating high-effort game assets.
• Flexible Reward Tiers: Rewards wouldn’t need to be full game access; they could feature exclusive skins, in-game titles, novelties, or bundles of gems and virtual items.
• Transparency is Key: Whether it's a one-off campaign or multiple targeted initiatives, total transparency about where the funds go would keep the community aligned and invested.
• Community-Driven Development: It gives players a tangible way to give back to the team working hard behind the scenes while actively participating in the game's growth.

This also allows the backers to see campaign updates. These can be small just pictures from the office or assets.