More than two months have passed since Fantasy Journey to the West launched the double lock mechanism. However, during this period, the market situation in the game is still not optimistic, showing a downturn.
The once thriving trading market is now deserted. The implementation of the double-lock mechanism may have been intended to regulate the market order and protect the rights and interests of players, but the actual effect seems to have failed to meet expectations. Many players find it difficult for their precious items and items to circulate as freely as they used to, and restrictions on trading have led to a significant decrease in market activity.
Taking popular equipment and pets as an example, the situation of short supply in the past is no longer there, and the price continues to fall. Players face longer wait times and lower transaction prices when selling these items. Buyers who once spent a lot of money have now become cautious and have a strong wait-and-see mood.
In addition, the in-game currency market has also been severely impacted. The production and circulation of gold coins are strictly controlled, resulting in a significant restriction on the economic activities of players in the game. Many players who rely on the in-game economy to sustain their gaming experience are feeling more pressure than ever.
For example, some professional businessmen, who originally relied on keen market insight and rich trading experience to obtain profits, are now under the double lock mechanism, it has become more and more difficult to operate, and some businessmen even choose to withdraw from the market.
While officials may hope to achieve long-term stability and healthy development of the game through the double-lock mechanism, the current market downturn cannot be ignored. In the future, whether to continue to adhere to the existing mechanism and wait for the market to gradually adapt, or to make appropriate adjustments and optimizations to the double-lock mechanism to revitalize the vitality of the market, has become the focus of attention of many players.
As a classic game, Fantasy Journey to the West has a huge player base and a deep game heritage. I believe that with the joint efforts of officials and players, we will be able to find a balance point, so that the market will be revitalized and usher in prosperity again.