I first played this game a while back and stopped because I thought the same pay to win. Them I came back and actually took the time to understand how building gear works and this game blows destiny out of the water. All you need is some patience at the start. I now have 5 warframes built l my first prime weapon and almost have my first prime warframe....for free..yes you CAN spend $60 to get it. Or just farm the pieces which is MUCH more forgiving RNG then destiny. Ive only been back paying about a week. Overall there is absolutely zero reason to pay a dime out of pocket unless you a want something faster...there is nothing you can buy that cant be found in game or crafted...just takes work and patience. Also....join a clan.....huge help and community is awesome plus there is trading now.