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Message: <blockquote data-quote="the Jester" data-source="post: 5874647" data-attributes="member: 1210">That's highly debatable- I let my sub lapse back when DDI was at its lowest point and I still haven't been motivated to re-subscribe. IF DDI produces good quality content every month that doesn't interfere with existing print products (e.g. the endless errata train), then it's a good deal for some groups. If DDI is anything but a fully optional supplement, though, it sucks. I don't want to refer to electronic media at the table, ever, nor do I want my players to have their heads in a screen instead of in the game. Further, one of the worst things about DDI for 4e is how groups depend on it won't ever use house ruled items, paragon paths, powers etc. because the Character Builder won't integrate them (at least, as of the last time I inquired about it). I've heard the argument that DDI actually discourages creativity, and I have to reluctantly agree- because I know groups that don't have any custom anything because they rely on DDI exclusively for character building and the like. No group has to function this way, but quite a few 4e groups choose to.Also, DDI encourages overly complex rule systems, because it's easier to let the computer track the minutiae. But overly complex systems are a pain in the butt at the table, and without those electronic tools they practically ensure that character sheets have the wrong numbers in many places. So- is DDI a good value? On a good month, if you are willing to accept electronic tools as a must have, sure. If you aren't, then it's almost more of a pain in the butt than it is worth.</blockquote>

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