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Originally Posted by Pokesan
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why shouldn't mod creators be paid for their work?
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Because I want it FREEEEEEEE
But really, I think in general the mod communities for most games are sort of like hobbyists right now. People make mods because they enjoy it or to get their name out there if they are an aspiring developer themselves. Mod creation has been a very successful avenue for some to become developers and to eventually release full fledged stand alone games. But there are also tons of people who have made popular mods that have no intention of taking it beyond that.
I don't have an issue with mod developers being paid for their work, I own a lot of games that started as mods. If mod development becomes a lucrative venture and the level of quality goes up significantly consumers do stand to benefit. But it also has the potential to change the environment to be more suited to established developers and companies than it does to individuals trying to create content for enjoyment.
It will change the mod scene and that's what people are worried about. It's like if your car club became a professional auto show. Does it have the potential to be better? Sure, but it definitely won't be the same.