Guild Wars 2

I feel that the “majority” of people who are wanting a grind or something to push for, for extended periods of time… Are missing out on what ANet intended.

No, they did not want long intensive grinds for weeks to obtain things.
Yes, they wanted a world to explore and learn about the stories!

I feel they’ve accomplished their goal and if exploring and learning stories isn’t for you, then perhaps you’ve picked up the wrong game?

Yes, something to work for in a long run would be nice, but I don’t feel that’s their goal with this game. They didn’t intend for players to just run into an area, complete a heart and leave again. I find quite a few players who are demanding what you call “end game” are those who just rush through everything without taking the time to read everything along the way.
The Karma hearts do take part in a story that exists in that zone and sometimes even carries out into other zones.

I believe the story, the exploration, and the learning is the point of GW2. Not the grind, not the “be the best of the best”.

jheryn.8390:

@Foxtail – I agree with you. +1 Also thank you for presenting your opinion in a civil manner. Not once did you mock other players or forum posters. I wish we had more posters like you.

I try not to lash out at others, only when they start throwing spikes first do I feel the need to retaliate.
Of course, only when it gets out of hand. If you don’t think I’ve done that yet with LaughingMan, then I am quite surprised. XD

Gnat.9405:

The problem is that GW2 content is not fun after the first two or three runs.

That’s the problem with all games, this is why they create multiple paths you can take with different quests that tell different stories.
If all your characters are the same race, and you keep running the same little quest hearts each time… You’re going to get bored.