You are NOT keeping us in the loop. When can we Expect to see ARR?

Told us we would have some kind of information as to when ARR would be released. There were even official posts claiming it would come back up in December. Clearly that is not happening.
So please keep us in the loop and let us know what is going on. As it is you guys are totally keeping us in the dark..
Not a good way to keep people happy.

YOU SAY:::

Allow me to thank you all for your continued patronage of FINAL FANTASY XIV.

FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn is nearly complete. It is solely thanks to your heartfelt support that we have come this far, and for that we are tremendously grateful.

On November 11, 2012, we all witnessed the end of an era. Yet this momentous event was also a prelude to things to come.

Your passion and encouragement will sustain us as we devote all our energies to the successful launch of FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn. We hope we can count on your continued support in the future.

President and CEO, Yoichi Wada


The Beta Test Roadmap and Beyond

On October 14, 2011, we released a new roadmap for the future of FINAL FANTASY XIV. In spite of several delays, we have at last—with your enduring support—met most of our major milestones. The conclusion of the Seventh Umbral Era storyline has set the stage for A Realm Reborn, and now only the beta test and official release remain. While it's extremely unfortunate that we've had to postpone our schedule, please understand that these decisions were made in order to deliver a quality, enjoyable FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn to everyone—to the fans who have supported us through the years, and to those eagerly awaiting the PlayStation 3 version.

Today we are releasing a new roadmap for the upcoming beta test. This beta test will be divided into four phases, and will initially be restricted to the Windows PC version. The PlayStation 3 beta test will begin in a later phase.

However, given the nature of beta testing (during which we work closely with our customers to improve our products), there may be a need to adjust both the commencement date and the duration of the beta test.

(Please refer to the FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Beta Test Roadmap below for more information.)


Our Commitment to A Realm Reborn

Though the land was plunged into unprecedented chaos with the coming of the Seventh Umbral Era, the day that the heroes of Eorzea—our dear players—will at last set foot in A Realm Reborn draws near. We've received support from players in countless countries across the globe, and we are fast approaching the stage where we can deliver an authentic FINAL FANTASY experience. To us, the worldwide release of the game on Windows PC and PlayStation 3 is a goal and a new beginning both. As we journey onward, we pledge to do everything in our power to make our vision for the game become reality, and to provide our fans with a service worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.

We thank you all for your continued interest, encouragement, and support.

As always, everything we do will be for our players and customers.

I SAY:
You told us nothing right here. Absolutely nothing but run arounds, with no kind of of dates.
Doesn't help that when I click to download the roadmap, nothing happens..

That's because they don't want to give a solid date before beta test commences. Anyone with some basic math and reading skills could estimate a summer release.

GTFO with the attitude. They keep us plenty in the loop, but if you actually paid attention to the information, you'd know they are not committing to a solid date because they want to take as much time as they need fixing it up.

If they were to give a release date, then people like you would crucify them if they did not deliver on said date. There is simply no winning with some people, I guess.

You didnt see the Producer Live letter? Yoichi Wada says that only if YoshiP thinks/feel/check that the game is ready to launch, then only the game is ready to launch. So if there is anything wrong during beta, and need to delay... they will delay it and announce it to be delayed.

Wow... Really, dude?

It's amazing how in one post you criticize them for not releasing it in December like they said (I don't remember them saying this, but I'll give you the benefit of the doubt), and you also wonder why they aren't giving solid dates anymore.

Lol OP - are you really surprised? SE has been this way since the dawn of time haha. (Not that I blame them)

You have to just suck it up and wait! The game will be here before you know it though :)

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Originally Posted by Solace

There were even official posts claiming it would come back up in December.

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Any source that is not from 2011?

Come on man, read the roadmap and count the weeks. And if the download doesn't work, click the link. In case the link doesn't work, get yourself a better pdf Reader.

SE!!! You need to hire a psychic NOW!!! OP is pissed and that is one customer you should NOT upset.

I'm SERIOUS! Do you want more strongly worded posts with CAPS LOCK words for emphasis?!

@ OP - Chill OUT! Game development and life rarely go as planned. Would you rather have a release date and another launch fail or a rough approximation and a good game at launch? They will give dates when they know them.

SE is always like that... u mad?

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c2.../UmadTroll.gif

Relax now, we are very patient and waiting for more information from SE like we let them take some more time to consider about it. :)