new player and enjoying FFXIV

I just started playing FFXIV last night, and so far i'm level 16, and I have to say; I am really enjoying this game! I did try it out during its open beta test phase, and the game was dreadfully bad. After reading a lot of comments though about how much XIV has improved, and seeing how cheap it is now on Amazon.com, I decided to give it a try.

I really like the old school feel of the game, while at the same time it has a few modern day MMO features that make it more accessible, and the leveling grind is not that bad. Although i've been told to expect it to get much harder later on.

I've played everything in the MMO genre, from Ultima Online, Everquest, Dark Age of Camelot, Asherons Call, to World of Warcraft, and what the game has become today, Star Wars:the Old Republic, Lord of the Rings Online, and Rift. So i've seen my fair share of both hardcore and casual friendly MMOs. I feel like FFXIV strikes a really good middle ground.

Nice to hear some positive feedback,ty for posting.

The grind will get worse, of course... but it never really gets 'bad' in this game unless you're crafting. But that's more to do with the fact that the crafting system gets pretty boring after pouring that many hours into it rather than the length of time being awful.

[though for a crafting system (which is generally a side thing) it is kinda bad]

i wouldn't judge the game too much until next patch which will really decide how this game goes until 2.0. ability revamp was nice but jobs will define party play and server merges will determine new populations.

edit: lots of content in the game, unfortunately only like 1/8 of it is worth doing

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Originally Posted by Overkill9000

lots of content in the game, unfortunately only like 1/8 of it is worth doing

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Well, I don't know that I'd use lots to describe the amount of content but yes... only a small portion of what's there is worth doing at the moment and Yoshi-P did address that fact recently. Fortunately they'll be looking at revamping a lot of the existing 'useless' content.

However, I do agree that it is worth noting since it is still true that at this very moment... very little of the content that exists has value to most players.

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Originally Posted by Charismatic

Well, I don't know that I'd use lots to describe the amount of content but yes... only a small portion of what's there is worth doing at the moment and Yoshi-P did address that fact recently. Fortunately they'll be looking at revamping a lot of the existing 'useless' content.

However, I do agree that it is worth noting since it is still true that at this very moment... very little of the content that exists has value to most players.

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By "lots of content", I'm sure he doesn't mean just endgame content. There's an overwhelming number of quests at lower levels, as noted by many new players in my linkshell.

This person is saying something positive, why do you guys have to burst their bubble by QQing?

Welcome back to the game! If your bored and need something to do, hit me up. Usually on Friday nights - weekend.

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Originally Posted by Charismatic

Well, I don't know that I'd use lots to describe the amount of content but yes... only a small portion of what's there is worth doing at the moment and Yoshi-P did address that fact recently. Fortunately they'll be looking at revamping a lot of the existing 'useless' content.

However, I do agree that it is worth noting since it is still true that at this very moment... very little of the content that exists has value to most players.

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to a new players it's lots for them to do. But ya...for others played since the beginning, there is not many 'new' content.

I've playing this since the launch. I still very addicted to the graphics.
In my defense, it's like even commercials looks nice in HD channel.
Sometimes, I'll just 'walk' my choco every where to see the views or just hear the music. ^^:
But, I'm the very casual player tho...

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Originally Posted by Answa

By "lots of content", I'm sure he doesn't mean just endgame content. There's an overwhelming number of quests at lower levels, as noted by many new players in my linkshell.

This person is saying something positive, why do you guys have to burst their bubble by QQing?

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You must be very new to MMOs if you're saying XIV has 'lots of content' by any stretch of the imagination.

WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Originally Posted by Charismatic

You must be very new to MMOs if you're saying XIV has 'lots of content' by any stretch of the imagination.

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I'm not new to the MMO world at all. Regardless, what I said was the viewpoint of other new players. Their words were literally "There's too much to do." So... yeah.

I'm new to FFXIV as well and I will be honest, I am enjoying every minute of it. It gives me everything that I want in an MMO. I just got done playing SWTOR and the initial rush of playing a SW game was great but the design felt far to single player to me. So far I have meet people (Jason Rahl) that helped me get to all the cities, and complete the V-Day event 3/3 chokers. My friend is now playing and so is my brother and we all spent years on FFXI. Only thing I wish they had was more gear but I know they are still polishing and I am willing to wait to see the end product all in all I am haing fun and I can't wait to explore some more. THM 11, CNJ 12, Weaver 10, BTN 10 =) I have been busy.

WHO CAN'T WAIT FOR 2.0!?!?!?

Welcome!
It makes me happy to hear of new blood coming to the game :-)
Maybe after the merger we will be on the same server and we can hang out.

/hug

Welcome Ibiku Kushrenada! Glad you are enjoying yourself. :D

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Originally Posted by Charismatic

You must be very new to MMOs if you're saying XIV has 'lots of content' by any stretch of the imagination.

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It does have. For people that have a life outside, it's pretty reasonable. For lifeless souls, of course the game won't ever have enough cOntent. Same goes for alcoholics or drug addicts. Never enough booze or dough.

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Originally Posted by Geesus

Welcome Ibiku Kushrenada! Glad you are enjoying yourself. :D

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Thank You! Really glad I didn't buy in to all the people that bash the game just cause it had an awful release.

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Originally Posted by Endless

Thank You! Really glad I didn't buy in to all the people that bash the game just cause it had an awful release.

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They thought that it would have weapons and grenades. That's why all the bash was for.
Ah..... These COD users....

Glad to see this game has such a welcoming community. It's hard to find in MMOs nowadays. I remember in Everquest and Ultima Online, how close knit those communities were.

The game is what you make it. Glad you are having a good time!

Omgitsbees,

Welcome! I hope you have a long and enjoyable adventure here. ^^


To the comments about lack of things to do...

I guess what makes something "worth doing" depends on what that person wants out of FFXIV.

If someone is focused on quickly becoming the strongest and getting all the best gear, there might not be a whole lot to do after only a short time.

If someone is interested in:
- trying all the different classes (and leveling them up gradually without Power Leveling);
- all the crafting classes;
- the 3 gathering classes;
- trying all the different class quests and various side quests;
- making their own gear or making gear for others;
- doing the monthly events;
- exploring the world and trying to reach new gates or unusual locations;
- and helping others even if there is no personal gain in terms of experience or equipment...

... then there is actually quite a bit to do.

I've been playing practically every day since launch, and my biggest problem is not having enough time to do all the things I want -- despite being in Eorzea at least 4 to 5 hours every day... sometimes 8 hours or more. I am very rarely bored here.

I'm still very far from getting a Paragon's Crown... so some people would say I'm doing it all wrong.
But I'm having a great time and look forward to visiting Eorzea every day... so I'm not sure what else I could ask for. ^^

I'm a FFXI vet 8 years in that game. I've only been playing FFXIV for about 2 almost 2 and a half weeks now and loving it :D. Have 50 PGL me and a friend started together and got up to 35 in like 5 nights wasn't to bad ^^ then joined up with my Linkshell Paranor. These guys are a blast having fun with them :D. Really pumped about the new job classes/AF and 2.0 coming out ^_^

If anyone is on Palamecia server hit me up! I always enjoy making friends with new ppl ^_^

lol all my ffxi buddies are /laughing at me that im playing ffxiv but I dont care. I'm just going to play what is fun to me :)

Yay finally a good poitive forum topic that are community needs

You've timed your come back pretty well, by the time you have hit 50, done the 2 primals and some crafting 1.21 won't be far to go.

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Originally Posted by CptGrimlock

Nice to hear some positive feedback,ty for posting.

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Welcome!!!

I've been playing since launch, I still enjoy it.
Recently snagged my Paragon's crown (which I was pretty proud of after my XI career took a nose-dive once I couldn't play all the time)
This game caters well to those who have days where you can game, and days where you can't.
I've got lots yet to do, and I see more coming.

Welcome to FFXIV, a place where you find the adventure, not one that tells you how to do it.

I've also played since pre-launch and there is still lots to do. I'm having a great time in-game , by far the best MMO community I have yet encountered. I'm also very happy with the patches and updates, things have been getting better all the time.

Welcome to Eorzea!

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Originally Posted by Holy_Dragoon

Welcome to FFXIV, a place where you find the adventure, not one that tells you how to do it.

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@_@ that's an awesome motto.

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Originally Posted by omgitsbees

I just started playing FFXIV last night, and so far i'm level 16, and I have to say; I am really enjoying this game! I did try it out during its open beta test phase, and the game was dreadfully bad. After reading a lot of comments though about how much XIV has improved, and seeing how cheap it is now on Amazon.com, I decided to give it a try.

I really like the old school feel of the game, while at the same time it has a few modern day MMO features that make it more accessible, and the leveling grind is not that bad. Although i've been told to expect it to get much harder later on.

I've played everything in the MMO genre, from Ultima Online, Everquest, Dark Age of Camelot, Asherons Call, to World of Warcraft, and what the game has become today, Star Wars:the Old Republic, Lord of the Rings Online, and Rift. So i've seen my fair share of both hardcore and casual friendly MMOs. I feel like FFXIV strikes a really good middle ground.

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Welcome back!
I hope your stay in eorzea is one filled with fun, adventure and just lightly flavored with frustration. I also hope that you are able to find your way into a group of great people to hang out with.

Xiv is a lot like a good bottle of wine, its best enjoyed when shared with people you enjoy being around.

I am new as well, I have only been playing for about a week. I have a level 31 PUG, 14 LNC, 12 CNJ, 11 Leatherworking at the moment and there seems like there is just too much to do. There are tons of side quests, the grand company quests, the main mission story...it's actually a lot for new people to go after. Leveling is faster than it was ever in ffxi and the combat is more intuitive. It's just a nice, solid break away from the cookie-cutters out there.

The only thing that they could do better for newer players is provide a path for gearing. Besides running into a random quest that might give you gear that you need, they could perhaps mainstream leves and actually have you select a reward. This would help a lot as I just find myself buying stuff through the AH for my gear, but then again....that does make for a good economy so maybe i just need to craft more.

I got side tracked there for a min, but that's because I am loving the game. It has charm, life, and feels fresh to be honest. I have recommended it to my friends and they will start playing soon. I see a good future for this game.

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Originally Posted by Berezo

The only thing that they could do better for newer players is provide a path for gearing. Besides running into a random quest that might give you gear that you need, they could perhaps mainstream leves and actually have you select a reward. This would help a lot as I just find myself buying stuff through the AH for my gear, but then again....that does make for a good economy so maybe i just need to craft more.

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Welcome to FFXIV! :D

There really isn't much out there as far as 'rewards' for gear go. The Market Wards and crafting will get you the gear you need for lower level. Some of the lower level dungeons will drop you some nice pieces once in awhile. ;)

I feel like jumping this thread, but could you enlighten me on the low levels dungeons ? Like, PT members needed, levels to do them and location please ?

level 25 now! Time to work on getting my chocobo.

Shposhae:
Recommended Level 15+, located just East of Limsa Lominsa.
I'd say bring a party of 4 or more. A healer, someone who can take damage, and someone who can dish it out. You might want 8 people if you plan on going to the very depths. There are multiple floors that do not necessarily connect to each other, giving you lots to explore. Inside you will find 3 NMs, one of which is the Coeurl, a famous FF monster. He has a special trigger to make him pop that involves killing all the Wolves on the lowest floor.

Inside you will find Keys scattered throughout the floors, and chests that the keys unlock. Some keys drop only from the NMs, others drop from the monsters found inside Shposhae.

If is a great place to amass EXP in groups at that rank, even if you don't want to get drops. This is similar to how the Strongholds are excellent EXP sources for 40+

As Holy Dragoon said, yeah Shposhae is quite fun! I was lucky enough to explore it with rank 15s when it came out, and I can say they truely did a nice job with that particular dungeon. I would say for good exp though, you'd likley be level 10 or so (15 to beat NMs maybe). I just went with three people when I went, I was MRD (tank), with a LNC and CON. Was good fun :)

*---> And if you're talking about the 25 Dungeon, Toto-Rak. You'd ideally want levels around 20 for great EXP, but you'd want probably a party of 4 for any of the bosses and probably around 28-30 for those actually. Most of my runs here were on high levels cause that was just the cool thing to do >.> But I did go through there twice with appropriate levels and it was so much fun.

I'm always happy to see people enjoying the game too. I can say when I was enjoying the game the most was in the earlier days up until 1.19 (I did not like the huge PL surge). I was logging on everyday, had a very active linkshell, and just had fun everytime I was on. I always have and will enjoy leveling classes (battle), and I'm sad to say I'm done now. I didn't even PL that much, but I will admit to doing it somewhat to get necessary skills I needed before. If I was new and starting out now though, the "need" to have all jobs maxed is not there - so you're free to level how you please ^^ Really looking forward to the server merge to get more parties going for the game to make it more fun for everyone :)

It's nice to know too that they are working on prior content, to give them more meaning. There's no reason they should out-date stuff so quickly^^

This game is a blast. I started Oct 2010 and still have so much to do. May you all have wonderful adventures and enjoy XIV as I do <3 xoxo