Quote Originally Posted by Ziyyigo-Tipyigo View Post
Dropping support for the PS2 is a red herring.

  1. A total rewrite of the code base from the ground up, a "Final Fantasy XI All-Stars" or "Final Fantasy XI: The Wiley Wars." It involves almost as much work as making a new game entirely. It involves almost as much money as making a new game entirely. And this for a game that has a declining player base, in spite of a price tag as low as $10 (or $5 digital download)? Even if the publisher in question weren't hemorrhaging cash on Final Fantasy XIV, Adam Smith would have words for you.

The way to get around this issue is to actually develop a solo FF game that takes place in Vana'diel. Then adapt the code of the solo game to the MMO. Only problem is file compatibility.