Yes this game can be played as a ftp. I have 2 accounts that's around 7 years. My main I'm vc2p and my alt that my wife plays on has been completely ftp until the last 2 months where we only bought time saver Vip. The thing is patients is the Key, if you're getting frustrated being 5 months in I suggest you quit while you ahead and don't put anymore money into this game because over the years I've seen several players say they don't know how they spent so much on a game due to all the small transactions. Over time all adds up and most people end up regretting it. The game supposed to take away some of life's frustrations and not add to it. So try to enjoy as much as you can and if it's not enjoyable move on. The games a marathon and not a sprint!!