I was skeptical. Very skeptical.
Based on the previous few updates I think I was quite justified in being so skeptical.
Gotta be said, I’m stunned. You’ve somehow meshed “open world” and “dungeon” together in a way I didn’t expect. The beginning, lowest level is very zergy, but after a short time people split up, generally into smaller groups and is far more enjoyable then.
The scale of the inside of the tower is just right. The little instances are a pretty enjoyable break from the main world. I absolutely love the changes in the tower as you ascend it – the ambient sounds getting creepier and more insane. Thus far, a good job all ’round.