Would you like to see Microtransactions in Destiny? [u][b]READ THIS BEFORE YOU VOTE:[/b][/u] [i]Microtransactions are content sold for money; Similar to DLC, except it [b]won't[/b] cost $19.99 USD. Call of Duty does this with Gun Skins, Character Skins, Emblems and Titles. We all love playing Destiny, and want to see it grow and improve! Microtransactions will allow Bungie to receive more money which can be used to hire more employees, get content out faster, quicker bug fixes, and more. Microtransactions do not harm the game, they do not cause an imbalance, or give an edge to other players. All cosmetics purchased from microtransactions are [b]separate [/b]from the actual game, this means you won't be able to purchase shaders and other things that are already in the game.[b]No player is forced to purchase anything, this is solely to support the developers.[/b][/i] ----- Most of you already know that Activision has a contract with Bungie. $500,000,000.00 USD [i](500 Million)[/i] has been allocated to Bungie for the production of Destiny. Destiny will be given a lifespan of 10 years. That is $50,000,000.00 USD [i](50 Million)[/i] used every year; Bungie has 500+ Employees. Don't let this number fool you, if you do the math you would think that every employee is making $100,000.00 USD [i](100K)[/i] per year's salary...This is not true. I would like to inform you that Bungie has many expenses, Some of which include: Employees, Software used to create Destiny, Servers for Destiny on all platforms [i](Ps3, PS4, XB360, XB1)[/i], Office Expenses [i](Lease/Rent/Maintenance/Etc...)[/i], Computers, Hardware, and so much more. Before coming to the conclusion that Bungie is a cash cow understand that Bungie is a Business. They have to pay their employees [i](No... They don't make 100K Salaries)[/i], and they have to pay for many other things. Bungie is running on a budget of 50 Million a year. This is a game that was created [b]from the ground up[/b]; It did not use a previous engine, like other titles such as Call of Duty and Halo. Other companies would have an engine, then improve it for the following release, thus dramatically reducing time and cost. Destiny took 7 years to create from the ground up. I believe they did an excellent job, and even though the employees don't make 6 figure salaries, they continue to work hard for gamers like you and me to enjoy the world of Destiny. Just so you're aware, Bungie has to return the $500,000,000.00 USD [i](500 Million) [/i]that Activision gave them to develop Destiny. Yes, Bungie made that money back in sales. But that money is going to Activision. This lowers the overall number for Bungie. With all that said, Microtransactions will allow Bungie to receive more income. Microtransactions are harmless, mostly cosmetic, and holds NO IMPACT on gameplay. This money can be used to create new content, keep things updated and fresh, Maintain a smooth gameplay, and keep 500+ employees and their families with a stable job. [b]I Support Destiny Microtransactions. I urge all of you who have read the preceding, to leave some feedback and show your support for the amazing team at Bungie![/b] [u]Microtransaction Examples (USD):[/u] [b]Emblems:[/b] Custom Emblems ranging from [b]$0.99-$2.99[/b] [b]Shaders:[/b] Unique Shaders ranging from [b]$0.99-$4.99[/b] [b]Ghost Shells:[/b] Variety of Shells ranging from [b]$0.99-$2.99[/b] [b]Ships:[/b] Stylish and colorful Ships ranging from [b]$1.99-$9.99[/b] [b]Sparrows:[/b] Cool New Sparrow Skins for your equipped sparrow ranging from [b]$1.99-$4.99[/b] [b]Character Effects (Disabled in PvP):[/b] Fire/Lighting/Light/Void/Etc.. Effects, Auras, Sprites and more ranging from [b]$2.99-$9.99[/b] [b]Gameplay Effects[/b]: Confetti on headshots, Cheers on Headshots, Voice-Overs for Ghost and PvP Narrator (Double Kill, Triple Kill, Victory, Etc...), Funny animations, New Versions of the Dance/Point/Wave/Sit Emotes, Bundles of Effects and other Microtransactions, and more ranging from [b]$1.99-$14.99[/b] [b]TL;DR[/b] [spoiler]Bungie Employees put a lot of hard work and dedication to this game. Believe it or not, employees don't get paid as much as you think. Bungie does not make as much as you think (More specific in thread), Microtransactions DO NOT impact the gameplay at all (Mostly Cosmetic). If Bungie has more income, that is [b]more content for you.[/b][/spoiler] Feel free to educate yourself: [url=http://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/357988/bungie-activision-contract.pdf]Activision/Bungie Contract[/url]