It certainly reaches more players, letting more participate, and greatly helps in communication regarding development of the game (Tom/Devs <-> players, which is handled very well in this game).
On the other hand, I read the many topics about ingame wars/events with mixed feelings. I kinda liked the no-forum in that regard, as it kept me, at least, focused in-game, and left more events and such to be explained and discussed ingame instead of jumping on the forums for an OOC explanation. There have been several topics that are very complain-heavy, but I figure those appear on the D-List too (Though then it reaches less people).
Overall, I'd prefer no forums, but I'm not vehemently against them either. Though it'd be nice to be able to keep up communication regarding development and new features.
