The game is still doing well, it did lose some subscribers yes, but mostly that was expected due to the end of the free month and with people reaching max level. BUT with continued content updates and major replay value it is sustaining a decent user base. With the free trials and free character migration, is merely the next step in continuing the mmo process. As with the free trial it entices new players to the game and current players can move characters to servers that have larger number of players in them. Both these tactics have been seen in many other major mmos.
As for the game itself:
The game brings to life everything good about star wars, in a fully functioning mmo world
The combat, upgrades, story, characters, weapons make it a hugely enjoyable game with a lot of replay value over and over again wih many differnt class stories to explore and enjoy.
The story particularly is very good, with surprises, twists and just enjoyable locations to explore. The companions you find a long the journey that join you all have interesting pasts that you can explore and make relationships with them, whether it be romance, hate, respect, friendship.
They are also affected by your choices you take during play through.
This is a must play for any star wars fan or mmo fan! and anyone else who is a fan of the role-playing genre
Another Excellent game from BioWare
