Playstation 4 Questions

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10-27-2013, 04:12 AM
Radium_Russo

Playstation 4 Questions

Any one have a rough idea of the release date for the PS4 version of the game? and is it true the graphics will be better than that of the PC because the client will be the Directx 11 version of the game? Also is playing on a console viable is it possiple to heal or tank the same using a controller over a mouse and keyboard on hard fights like primals and Coil?
10-27-2013, 04:13 AM
rocheetbombe

I play perfectly fine with a controller using all classes.
10-27-2013, 04:24 AM
Quasihemdem

If I currently own the game for ps3 by download from psn, will that work on ps4? Will it work on ps4 release date? Or will I have to rebuy the game for ps4
10-27-2013, 04:36 AM
rocheetbombe

It's a free upgrade if you already own it for PS3.
10-27-2013, 04:44 AM
Dravin12

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Originally Posted by Quasihemdem

If I currently own the game for ps3 by download from psn, will that work on ps4? Will it work on ps4 release date? Or will I have to rebuy the game for ps4

I think the beta for ps4 is in Feb. 2014, not sure if worldwide or Japan only though.
10-27-2013, 04:45 AM
Radium_Russo

Yea I also read that if you own the ps3 version you just download the ps4 version for free.
10-27-2013, 04:51 AM
Quasihemdem

But will the ps3 download version work on ps4 console release date?
10-27-2013, 04:54 AM
Radium_Russo

I don't think FF14 is released on the console launch day.
10-27-2013, 04:57 AM
Luthia

No PS3 games will work on PS4.
10-27-2013, 05:07 AM
Quasihemdem

So when the ps4 gets released. I should be able to download the game via downloads on my account. I would believe this would be the cause seeing how it is linked by psn account. Also if it does work I know that it will still be a ps3 game due to thw fact that the ps4 is not released til next year. Does anyone know if this sounds like it would work?
10-27-2013, 05:51 AM
Dravin12

I believe you'll be stuck playing it on a ps3 till they release it for the ps4 since they keep stressing no ps3 games are playable on the ps4 not even downloaded ones.
10-27-2013, 06:09 AM
Quasihemdem

Ah ok. Ty that clears things up. Sucks but meh.
10-27-2013, 06:20 AM
AlexiaArchos

The ps4 version of the game will be free for anyone that has already got the ps3 versions, but you wont be able to play the ps3 version again w/o buying another copy since the account info will be transferred from the ps3 version to the ps4.
10-27-2013, 08:45 AM
Johnist

1) PS4 Beta Test starts on February 22, 2014.
2) PS3 Users can upgrade to PS4 for Free (but lose PS3 Access in the bargain).
3) PS4 will be able to Stream to the PS Vita and they are looking into how to make use of the back touchscreen since the Vita only has 2 Shoulder buttons.
4) You will be able to use the touchpad in the center of the DS4-Controller as a mouse.
5) An official release date for the finished version of the PS4 Edition of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has not been set, but I would place it as anywhere from March to May with the PS4 beta continuing on and off throughout its test cycle.

If it is in March it will fall 'Between' 2.2 and 2.3, while if it is in May it might actually come 'with' 2.3.

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Originally Posted by Alhanelem

People play with a gamepad on the PC so yes, I would say you can play any role with it. It was designed to be as easy as possible to control.

I doubt the graphics will be better than PC (not much of a reason, graphics aren't everything), but as far as I know, the ps4 version goes into beta when the PS4 launches in Japan. so unfortunately, it seems they will get it first since it won't be out in the rest of the world until some time after.

Graphics could easily be on par with DX11, and superior to the DX9 PC Version. There is no reason to think that the PS4 version will not be international/multinational/multi-regional upon launch as we (US and EU) get the PS4 sooner than Japan gets the PS4.

The PlayStation4 is releasing in the USA on 11-15-2013.
The PlayStation4 is releasing in the EU on 11-29-2013. (2 weeks after USA)
The PlayStation4 is releasing in Japan on 2-22-2014. (3 MONTHS after USA and EU)
10-27-2013, 08:52 AM
Alhanelem

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Originally Posted by Radium_Russo

Any one have a rough idea of the release date for the PS4 version of the game? and is it true the graphics will be better than that of the PC because the client will be the Directx 11 version of the game? Also is playing on a console viable is it possiple to heal or tank the same using a controller over a mouse and keyboard on hard fights like primals and Coil?

People play with a gamepad on the PC so yes, I would say you can play any role with it. It was designed to be as easy as possible to control.

I doubt the graphics will be better than PC (not much of a reason, graphics aren't everything), but as far as I know, the ps4 version goes into beta when the PS4 launches in Japan. so unfortunately, it seems they will get it first since it won't be out in the rest of the world until some time after.
10-27-2013, 06:22 PM
Radium_Russo

Wow thanks for the info!
10-27-2013, 06:38 PM
Crimson-Falcon

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Originally Posted by AlexiaArchos

The ps4 version of the game will be free for anyone that has already got the ps3 versions, but you wont be able to play the ps3 version again w/o buying another copy since the account info will be transferred from the ps3 version to the ps4.

i dont think this is true

you can play on both doesnt matter

but who would play on PS3 anymore when it releases on PS4 by anyway?
10-27-2013, 07:51 PM
Undrentide

Ps4 version starts beta on Feb22nd the day the ps4 launches in Japan.
10-27-2013, 10:34 PM
Conradus

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Originally Posted by Quasihemdem

If I currently own the game for ps3 by download from psn, will that work on ps4? Will it work on ps4 release date? Or will I have to rebuy the game for ps4

The PS3 client will not run on the PS4, but if you have the PS3 client you will be entitled to the PS4 client at no additional charge. You'll just have to download it.
10-27-2013, 11:20 PM
Felis

PS4 get DirectX9
It would have same same graphic quality like the current PC graphic on the highest setting.
10-27-2013, 11:54 PM
Lelouch001

You must have forgotten the PC gets the DX11 client also. Not to mention the ps4 is just another low-mid end PC spec wise so don't ever expect it to look better than the PC version.
10-28-2013, 03:07 AM
Alhanelem

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The PlayStation4 is releasing in the USA on 11-15-2013.
The PlayStation4 is releasing in the EU on 11-29-2013. (2 weeks after USA)
The PlayStation4 is releasing in Japan on 2-22-2014. (3 MONTHS after USA and EU)

Color me wtfpwn'd? Why would sony release their console last in their home territory?
10-28-2013, 03:11 AM
Rivienne

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Originally Posted by Alhanelem

Color me wtfpwn'd? Why would sony release their console last in their home territory?

I believe Sony said that it is because of the third party games. If the big JP titles are going to be late there won't be as many launch titles likely to draw an audience unless they delay.
10-28-2013, 03:13 AM
Jubez187

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Originally Posted by Alhanelem

Color me wtfpwn'd? Why would sony release their console last in their home territory?

Cause JPN developers are still fine with PS3 (their kinds of games don't really call for stronger tech atm). Therefore, Sony decided to delay the console in JPN until the developers are ready to make games on it.
10-28-2013, 03:15 AM
Johnist

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Originally Posted by Rivienne

I believe Sony said that it is because of the third party games. If the big JP titles are going to be late there won't be as many launch titles likely to draw an audience unless they delay.

This is it. The 2 major JPN oriented games (one of which IS XIV:ARR) would NOT be ready until 2.22.14 so it got pushed back until then.
10-28-2013, 03:16 AM
Issac

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johnist

The PlayStation4 is releasing in the USA on 11-15-2013.
The PlayStation4 is releasing in the EU on 11-29-2013. (2 weeks after USA)
The PlayStation4 is releasing in Japan on 2-22-2014. (3 MONTHS after USA and EU)

...What?
B-but... Sony is a... Japanese company?

I... What?

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Originally Posted by Johnist

This is it. The 2 major JPN oriented games (one of which IS XIV:ARR) would NOT be ready until 2.22.14 so it got pushed back until then.

Solid business sense to increase sales but... It's a fantastic way to anger your local customers. :x
10-28-2013, 04:50 AM
Radium_Russo

Well let me explain my reason for this post. I am currently and all ways have been mainly a PC gamer. However I do plan on changing to console gaming. Reasons being i'm fed up with having to upgrade my PC every so often, Not being able to sell of a used PC game if I don't like it because most games have to be registered online now, Frankly PC gaming isn't what it used to be. If I switched to a PS4 I could still play FF14, Be able to get some money back on games I didn't like, and wouldn't have to upgrade components every so often. MY plan is to go PS4 ditch my PC and replace it with a good tablet.
10-28-2013, 05:04 AM
Rivienne

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Originally Posted by Radium_Russo

Well let me explain my reason for this post. I am currently and all ways have been mainly a PC gamer. However I do plan on changing to console gaming. Reasons being i'm fed up with having to upgrade my PC every so often, Not being able to sell of a used PC game if I don't like it because most games have to be registered online now, Frankly PC gaming isn't what it used to be. If I switched to a PS4 I could still play FF14, Be able to get some money back on games I didn't like, and wouldn't have to upgrade components every so often. MY plan is to go PS4 ditch my PC and replace it with a good tablet.

The PS4 quality should be in the range of the current high end PC, so that would be fine. The controls are different though adaptable. I also heard they are considering allowing the PC interface on the PS4, in which case if they do that you could literally just swap.

You can't trade this game, because the code is keyed, but for other games you have a valid point.

From my standpoint I don't see anything wrong with your plan. Though you might find you are happier with a netbook then a tablet, for posting on forums on the like.
10-28-2013, 05:18 AM
Radium_Russo

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rivienne

The PS4 quality should be in the range of the current high end PC, so that would be fine. The controls are different though adaptable. I also heard they are considering allowing the PC interface on the PS4, in which case if they do that you could literally just swap.

You can't trade this game, because the code is keyed, but for other games you have a valid point.

From my standpoint I don't see anything wrong with your plan. Though you might find you are happier with a netbook then a tablet, for posting on forums on the like.

I'm aware that FF14 is a non tradable game I like it very much even when it was 1.0. I planned on getting a Microsoft Surface 2 tablet for all my internet browsing and media need's. It's just a shame FFXIV won't be on XBOX ONE because my surface tab would work in conjunction with it.

http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en-...ucts/surface-2
10-28-2013, 06:30 AM
Johnist

Quote:

Originally Posted by Radium_Russo

I'm aware that FF14 is a non tradable game I like it very much even when it was 1.0. I planned on getting a Microsoft Surface 2 tablet for all my internet browsing and media need's. It's just a shame FFXIV won't be on XBOX ONE because my surface tab would work in conjunction with it.

http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en-...ucts/surface-2

If MicroSoft gets off its high horse and decides to rescind the 'No Cross-Platform' Policies, you can indeed expect to see a port of XIV:ARR to XB1.

However, that's a very very unlikely situation.