Let's compare FF14 to a more recent MMO: GW2. I was able to login on the 1st day. It was sluggish as hell, but I got in. And guess what? The next morning it was all sorted out. They had overflow instances. A bit annoying to match up with friends but you could play the game and level up your char.

Anyone know the method to get a refund if you did not buy from SE? I got my game from GMG.