renau1g
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I think the move was actually prompted for a number of reasons, most likely piracy, and problems with the older builder architecture than a simple attempt to grab more cash. Although the new model certainly is less, for more money.
Dungeons & Dragons Roleplaying Game Official Home Page - Article (D&D Podcast: Monster Vault, Character Builder)
Listening to the podcast the #1 reason (or maybe just the first) that was mentioned was piracy, then it was mentioned again part way through regarding iplay4e. Oh and they briefly touched on Mac support.