Great analysis. I have had the same concerns as you about the sustainability of Drug Wars.
The question of whether something like this is legitimate or a pyramid or ponzi scheme essentially comes down to what @hightouch mentioned.
If the main reason people are playing is because it is a compelling game and only secondarily for investment, then it is legitimate and sustainable because people will keep joining and playing even if they are not earning.
If the game itself is not good enough and people are mainly playing for "investment" then, if allowed to continue in this way, it would be a pyramid or ponzi scheme.
I know a lot about this topic as I ran and won a big court case in Australia on this very question.
I doubt drugwars brings any game play breakthrough to the table.
Thanks! I completely agree that if the game continues this way, it would be a pyramid or ponzi scheme. Since there is nothing stimulating about the game's core features, the only reason to "play" would be for investment. However, if they can get battles going and gangs implemented and create a sense of competition and fun, it could be a whole different story!
Also, you mentioned you won a big court case in Australia, are you an Aussie too?
Yes, I'm an Aussie living in Tel Aviv. I'm from Sydney originally.
BTW, you should sign up for the new big legal case I'm organising - The Class Action against Facebook & Google's Crypto Ad Ban. Its being run in Australia but people worldwide can join. https://www.jpbliberty.com/class-member-signup
Ahhh, I'm an Aussie too and I'm living in Melbourne despite being in Beijing right now! I'll check out your lawsuit when I'm back in Melbourne and have some time, thanks!
Is it possible to still join the legal case, and what would be the benefits if any @apshamilton?
Yes. It’s still possible to join at www.jpbliberty.com. Benefits include chance of getting a substantial payout, bonus SUFB tokens and many more set out in SPS Proposal.
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