ArcheAge: Unchained is both a return to the world of the classic MMORPG, ArcheAge, and a brand new way of playing the game. Developed by XLGames and published Trion Worlds, ArcheAge: Unchained does not only come new content and features. The game also offers a new payment model conceived from the feedback by the gaming community. If you were a fan of the original ArcheAge game but did not like the easily-exploitable, pay-to-win subscription model, then ArcheAge may be the choice for you. Its brand-new monetization model seeks to make gameplay more egalitarian. It is an action-packed role-playing game that can be enjoyed by everyone.

One-Time Purchase and Season Passes

Unlike the original ArcheAge game, which had a subscription-based model of payment, ArcheAge: Unchained is available as a one-time purchase. This change will hopefully prevent the prevalence of P2W situations, where paying players can spend inordinate amounts of money to get an advantage against other players. However, ArcheAge: Unchained is available for different prices. That said, the only difference between packages is the number of credits you start with and a few customization options. 

The other key change between the original game and Unchained is the use of season passes, known as ArchePasses. These passes are the player's access to limited duration seasons that offer additional exclusive content. ArchePasses require one month to complete, and three different passes are offered every three months. The three passes correspond to the three playing styles in the game, namely Combat, Vocation, and Equipment. Although the content of ArcheAge: Unchained is pretty much the same as the F2P servers of the original ArcheAge, land distribution will prove to be more egalitarian. This means that land and labor are equal and available to everyone. The game also comes with two currencies, Diligence Coins and Credits, which are the in-game currency and real-life cash currency, respectively.