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Old 10-24-2008, 06:23 PM   #1
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Barriers to commercial MUDs

I would be interested in hearing what people think are the barriers, if any, to making commercial MUDs. By commercial I am including subscriptions, pay for perks, or even donations (beyond what is usually taken to be allowed by 'non profit' or 'non commercial' licenses).

I appreciate that the majority of people who run non commercial MUDs do so as a hobby and have no desire to take them commercial, however I am interested in hearing from anyone who falls outside this group.

What are the factors that are stopping you from making your MUD commercial? How far do concerns over things like payment processing, increased customer service demands or codebase licensing restrictions restrict you from taking your MUD commercial?

It's not my intention to start a debate on the merits of free vs commercial MUDs, I am simply wondering if there are people out there who would like to make a commercial MUD, or take their MUDs commercial, but are prevented from doing so for whatever reason.
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