Great game, but make no mistake, it is pay to win. Is it possible to play and not spend money? Sure, but your ability to be able to participate and significantly help your alliance will be limited. Their response to my review is very telling. I've been playing this game since the beginning, I don't need any tips from your customer service. Just know the largest castles in this game have spent in excess of $200,000. That's not a type-o.