FFXI Portable

[Laciante]

While the Japanese are famous for being masters of the keitai, I doubt SE would do this, simply because those who have such a type of phone have an unfair advantage over those who have no need for such a phone and do not wish to buy one.
It's a nice idea though, being able to do tedious tasks between things IRL...

[Wolfe]

While the Japanese are famous for being masters of the keitai, I doubt SE would do this, simply because those who have such a type of phone have an unfair advantage over those who have no need for such a phone and do not wish to buy one.
It's a nice idea though, being able to do tedious tasks between things IRL...

You have to keep in mind that SE very possibly COULD do this, just for the simple fact that they release plenty of in-game items that are unfair to other players. Such as the Tidal Talisman, Mog Satchel, Destrier Beret, etc.

I was unable to preorder a talisman because the site kept screwing up on me and ruining my order. Many other players out there can not afford or are able to obtain the Mog Satchel. Plus, if you own every expansion for FFXI (as MOST players already do and preordered everything), you will never be able to obtain a Destrier Beret.

There are also items that are only obtainable if you attend a convention, which is just stupid. I would love to go to a convention, but if it is held in California (or even in Japan), you may not be able to go. I live in Michigan, I can not just pack up and head out to a FFXI con just because I want the item. I have to worry about money, my shift at work being covered, time off and if I can afford it.

There are plenty of things that are unfair about the game, SE doesn't care. So why should they care if not everyone can afford a smart phone and the apps too? This is not something that is likely to change any time soon.