2012-05-28, 08:53 PM
My idea of balance is that every class can make some kind of unique and valuable contribution to the game. The problem is that Nexon hasn't really focused on the game's content. Instead they're constantly creating new overpowered classes and revamping older ones because it brings in easy money. Some classes are becoming obsolete (Bowmasters, Bishops) because new classes do everything better. For example, Phantoms can easily fullfill Dark Knight and Bishop roles while doing significantly more DPS than them.
It's getting to the point where every class has flashy animations, Advanced Mastery, some Hurricane-like skill, Flash Jump, Stance, etc. When all classes are the same it just boils down to which does the greatest DPS. Unfortunately, Maple is very DPS oriented. Most of the content involves mashing down one button without any real strategy. Nexon should focus on expanding the game's content first and then revamp the classes accordingly.
It's getting to the point where every class has flashy animations, Advanced Mastery, some Hurricane-like skill, Flash Jump, Stance, etc. When all classes are the same it just boils down to which does the greatest DPS. Unfortunately, Maple is very DPS oriented. Most of the content involves mashing down one button without any real strategy. Nexon should focus on expanding the game's content first and then revamp the classes accordingly.