Talk:Game Updates/@comment-24790838-20171006165101/@comment-4738639-20171007173835

From what I've seen with game released around the time DragonVale was released is that this is a rarity. Part of this is how the DragonVale team at Backflip Studios handled releasing new content and changes; both small and big.

I also agree another big part is because they don't require IAP to receive any dragon, have had Bring 'Em Back events, and re-released past dragons. Due to this I think it has helped build a loyal fanbase.

I also know that fan communities such as the wiki have contributed to the success of the game since it allows for a common place for friendly gathering to find and exchange information and hints about the game to lead to successful gameplay.

Just about everything in the game too thus far I've seen possible to obtain even though it might take a long time to obtain it, but that is when the test of patience comes into play in a world where there is a lot of instant gratification.

All of these have contributed to the game lasting this long in addition to a genuine care and respect for the fans and players from Backflip Studios which hopefully continues.