When people bought the game.. it didn't say must pay for a seperate authenticator in order to get access. My guess.. If requiring an additional expense in addition to the monthly fee would be a breach of contract. The TOS says game play may change but I never saw anything about you may have to purchase additional hardware to continue playing the game.
maybe they could require it with the exapansion (for people who buy it) if they throw the terms in there. but I honestly dont think they could require it on regular users unless they supply it.
why should I be responsible to buy another item to play.. In 5 years my account has never been hacked... why?? because Im not an idiot who uses the same email address and password on forums or installs software from untrusted sources, buys gold or powerlevels.... its that simple. regardless of how "cheap" the $6.50 is...its not my responsibility to buy it.
Sources: Authenticators May Become Mandatory
According to WoW.com, "trusted sources close to the situation" have stated that Blizzard is giving serious consideration to making authenticators mandatory for all players. The sources say that details have not been finalized, but it's a "virtually forgone conclusion that it will happen."
This news should be considered a rumor until Blizzard makes an official announcement, but it would make sense following the addition of the Core Hound Pup pet. What do you think? Should authenticators be mandatory? Do you already have one?
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