I tried to tp to DevilInside a few days ago, and got the message that the SIM was no longer there. Then I read in JC's blog midcourt that it has officially closed. It's too bad, cuz this club was extremely well designed and built. I enjoyed going there just to see the imgaination and talent of the builder of the club. Also, dances were fun too.
Since I've been in SL over 2 years, I have seen a lot of clubs come and go. A LOT! I empathize with the club owner, cuz I know he/she spent a LOT of time building the club, and probably invested a hefty sum of Lindens. I hope, in these cases, it was a labor of love for them. As I don't know how a club can really generate RL returns for the owners: no cover charge, no liquor to sell, as in RL.
I spoke with a buddy who is a tekkie in RL. He has created a few objects in SL which he told me earns him the equivalent of US$400/mo, and covers his tier. Now, all he does is watch his Linden balance grow as each of those objects sells. My point is that there are RL returns that can be made in SL, if that is your inclination. I don't know what kind of returns the clubs get, but for the amount of time and energy, it would be nice to know that they earn enough to at least earn their tier.
I don't know what the solution is. I will miss Devil Inside, I have some very fond memories of that club. If you have any ideas, please leave a comment.
07 September 2008
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Sigh, I too miss Devil Inside and discovered it gone a month ago or so when I tried to TP there!
I met many of my friends there and will miss it badly!
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