Somethings kept me locked out of playing LEGO® Universe for one reason or another for these last three months, but the problem has been resolved just in time for the release of the “high level” region called Crux Prime, and while I was able to play the region solo, this zone is where you really begin to team up with other players. I was reluctant to pay for a year up front, but now that Im a bit more familiar with the game I’m glad I did.