[Dev] PS2 and the new expansion

[oliveira]

No, XIV is still their idea of the next great MMO given how much work they're still pointing into it. XI's still around because if it's raw staying power and loyal fanbase in Japan. Playing XIV myself I have to say that it stands to gain just as much staying power with it's still unrivaled writing and decent game mechanics (now that they're no longer kowtowing to the old director).

When I said "was" I referenced how they intended to scrap FFXI and force everyone on going to FFXIV. Now they know if they scrap XI, they will even finish killing XIV and putting to waste all time and money they put on both games, not to mention both SquareSoft and Enix legacy.

[Tsuneo]

I like XIV, but I don't know if it can ever be great after its launch. It can definitely be moderately successful, but I doubt it will reach greatness after that launch.

[Gingerhurricane]

The migration has to happen naturally from 11 to 14. Someone has to go out and buy the pc version or play the ps3, and when they are bored of 11 will be play 14 and vice versa. Without a successful launch that i believe is the only option of where 14 will get most of their players. A decent influx of people wanting a mmo and only having a ps3 will give it a shot when it comes around, and people who play on pc will follow friends over. Otherwise, you have another couple of years of content from 14 if they release the expansion and don't give everyone everything in one shot. CoP was done well in my opinion of gradually working itself up to sea, with limbus being tossed in as a side event for those who had access. People screwed around in miseraux coast and lufaise for a long time before they were able to get further, then people camped and did events in riverne, ect... It will be well worth the wait if they put the time an effort into any expansion they put out minus WoTG but even then, that expansion opened doors to a way of solo leveling not seen before. especially blm since the melee burns.

[Laraul]

I only have a PS2 to play FFXI, is there no possible way for PS2 users outside of Japan to access the new expansion comming in 2013? I have no choice but to get a pc or im lrft out? Really hope to get an official response.

If they are supporting the Japanese PS2 platform, i would assume the NA version would also be supported. There aren't many Japanese players still using the PS2 client. Possibly the same percentage of NA players still using the PS2. If it's not going to be supported outside Japan, then that client probably best avoided regardless which region you play in.

[Shotaro1]

Find a 360 on craigslist or something that is RRoD or something for like 10 dollars. Look on youtube for fix solutions. You dont need an electronics degree to do this. Fix the problem. Move to 360 if you are on ps2. Simple.

Or get with the times and get a PC for like 50 bucks and be pro.

[Wolfjorg]

It all comes down to JP onry.

[Natenn]

Man, still no reply from a dev? why wont they come out and just say: You have to get a PC/Xbox or it will be downloadable to PS2 users in NA? Or that they're still working out a way to get the expansion to PS2 users? Id like to know what the deal is so i can start sorting out my options.

[RagingAvatar]

I agree, we actually deserve an answer from the devs on this one.

[Camiie]

As horrible as their update system is I seriously doubt it could handle the traffic of such a hefty download.

[Tamoa]

Naten, here's your reply:

Greetings,

I’d like to take a moment to clarify which platform Seekers of Adoulin will be available on for those that have been asking. We will continue to support North American FINAL FANTASY XI players on the PlayStation 2, Xbox 360 and PC (Windows) platforms. However, FINAL FANTASY XI: Seekers of Adoulin will only be available on the Xbox 360 and Windows platforms in North America when it is released in 2013.

Sorry. Time to get a pc!