Same-Sex Marriages

[Ilax]

Of course it's not normal, only about 10-15% of the population is homosexual or bisexual. Doesn't really matter though, them getting married still doesn't really affect the rest of the world.

Getting married in RL is more then symbolic, but in game is just to expose other to it, same as do a GAY parade.

[Melodicya]

Hello Everyone!

Whatever your personal opinions on Same-Sex marriage, both sides can agree that it is a controversial topic world-wide. Because of its controversial nature, Same-Gender marriages are not currently available in Vana'diel in order to ensure the game is rated "T" (or its equivalent) worldwide.

We do appreciate to continue hearing your feedback on this, as policies are ever evolving and do change, and I'd like to add I personally do appreciate everyone that has particpated in this debate without flaming or being offensive, since it can be a very volatile subject. I do hope we can keep the conversation going if possible.

[Ilax]

Hello Everyone!

Whatever your personal opinions on Same-Sex marriage, both sides can agree that it is a controversial topic world-wide. Because of its controversial nature, Same-Gender marriages are not currently available in Vana'diel in order to ensure the game is rated "T" (or its equivalent) worldwide.

We do appreciate to continue hearing your feedback on this, as policies are ever evolving and do change, and I'd like to add I personally do appreciate everyone that has particpated in this debate without flaming or being offensive, since it can be a very volatile subject. I do hope we can keep the conversation going if possible.

Thanks Melodicya for giving us feed back =)

[Alkalinehoe]

Hello Everyone!

Whatever your personal opinions on Same-Sex marriage, both sides can agree that it is a controversial topic world-wide. Because of its controversial nature, Same-Gender marriages are not currently available in Vana'diel in order to ensure the game is rated "T" (or its equivalent) worldwide.

We do appreciate to continue hearing your feedback on this, as policies are ever evolving and do change, and I'd like to add I personally do appreciate everyone that has particpated in this debate without flaming or being offensive, since it can be a very volatile subject. I do hope we can keep the conversation going if possible.

What I don't understand is that why FFXI would suddenly get an M rating when there are other games, like the previously mentioned The Sims series, that have more graphic depictions and still receive T ratings.

[Arcon]

What I don't understand is that why FFXI would suddenly get an M rating when there are other games, like the previously mentioned The Sims series, that have more graphic depictions and still receive T ratings.

Melodicya mentioned the worldwide T rating. While in America it is commonly accepted in video games, there may be other countries that aren't as tolerant on this subject. And adjusting the game for certain country doesn't work, as it's an international MMORPG, and it's not something that can just be censored for certain countries, it's a core game feature.

[Alhanelem]

What I don't understand is that why FFXI would suddenly get an M rating when there are other games, like the previously mentioned The Sims series, that have more graphic depictions and still receive T ratings.

I don't know anything about Sims 3 that strikes me as "graphic" enough to get worse than a Teen rating. Anything that is "graphic" gets bleeped/blocked out/pixelated so you can't really see it. And Sims 3 as far as I know does not have GLBT marriage.

[Rosalie]

Hello Everyone!

Whatever your personal opinions on Same-Sex marriage, both sides can agree that it is a controversial topic world-wide. Because of its controversial nature, Same-Gender marriages are not currently available in Vana'diel in order to ensure the game is rated "T" (or its equivalent) worldwide.

We do appreciate to continue hearing your feedback on this, as policies are ever evolving and do change, and I'd like to add I personally do appreciate everyone that has particpated in this debate without flaming or being offensive, since it can be a very volatile subject. I do hope we can keep the conversation going if possible.

^ this. I think you missed it. (thanks ESRB! >.>; )

[Rambus]

Hello Everyone!

Whatever your personal opinions on Same-Sex marriage, both sides can agree that it is a controversial topic world-wide. Because of its controversial nature, Same-Gender marriages are not currently available in Vana'diel in order to ensure the game is rated "T" (or its equivalent) worldwide.

We do appreciate to continue hearing your feedback on this, as policies are ever evolving and do change, and I'd like to add I personally do appreciate everyone that has particpated in this debate without flaming or being offensive, since it can be a very volatile subject. I do hope we can keep the conversation going if possible.

So.. can someone explain why a girl and a boy getting married gives a different rating then a girl girl or guy guy? seems like the rating system is unfair if that is the case and opens up a new diserbing issue if you ask me

[Rambus]

So.. can someone explain why a girl and a boy getting married gives a different rating then a girl girl or guy guy? seems like the rating system is unfair if that is the case and opens up a new diserbing issue if you ask me

anyone that supports this should start a petition to them.. ill sign it or help whoever i can, just not sure how to

[Renesmay]

American parents in particular would be up in arms over a game offering same sex marriage (they would say promoting the idea to minors) will never happen lol It's not worth the fallout.

If I recall even after 6 years of playing there is an age limit 13 if i remember right on this game. Plus this game with same sex marriage is no where near close what kids see/hear at school in public on the news, tv and movies. Maybe even at home even.
I think same sex marriage would be hella awesome! Also for them to add a MALE MITHRA to the game and allow 1 free face change ><