This is nothing but good news. People can debate all they want about the exact figures or whether some rule is good or bad but more popular means more players.



Additionally, the release schedule is part of the success unless proven otherwise. They have a coordinated marketing plan.



Overall, I am really pleased.



So there are limited releases which means I am personally likely to buy things up. Hate to miss the one or two things a year...



But I think the emphasis on relative simplicity is important too. I refused to DM 3rd edition. I liked some of the bells and whistles, but the workload was more than I could tolerate. I do not think this is the case any more and I am starting a campaign.



How does this help sales? A few of my friends bought books due to the emergence of a new campaign, made possible by the design choices...