Lulz. With everything I said above, this might make me preorder a copy:

The publisher has said it will limit the number of Star Wars: The Old Republic copies that will be available at launch through both retail and digital channels to ensure server stability.
Because, "OMG what if it's really as great as everyone is saying but I miss out because of the subscription cap upon the game at release then how long do I have to wait for my gaming instant gratification?????"

But then there's the $50-$60 that I could use on hiring prosti... I mean "male massage artists."