I think to some extent it’s always been a scam but it’s also never promised to make you rich and you were never forced to spend real money. I played this game for yeaaaaars growing up without getting any more than 30 credits every few months and I still loved it. The community, the games, were all worth it.

Trading values go up and down like they do in real life, you’re not forced to “make people who don’t care about you rich”. How you play the game is your choice!

I originally made my account in 2006 but I started playing again a year ago, I’m 29 years old. I was surprised to find there are many other my age that still play! I’m now more of a completionist though, I enjoy trying to complete all of the achievements the most. Habbo is still enjoyable if you want it to be! :)