This game needs PvP, and Yoshida explains why.

[Andrien]

the addition of things like PvP if the abilities are not kept completely separate then the "balanceing act" that is PvP in these games bleeds over into PvE and shit gets real if you play PvP or not. Get ready for the massive nerf healer threads, I know we are OP for PvP.

Hmm, then we'll need abilities that will cut healing in half or more! haha

[Sygmaelle]

Hmm, then we'll need abilities that will cut healing in half or more! haha

It's already in the game ...

Otherwise, skills wont be affected much, since a whole lot of new ones will be available and only usable in PvP. I personnaly came on FF XIV after readin stuff about Frontlines and also after I knew that one of the best hardcore PvPers of all time on DaoC is actually the Game Director, that even went to the hospital because he was in an extremely tired state due to his work.

So yeah. I do give a shit about PvE to see where the story is goin, but PvP is where it's at.

[astrobear]

It's already in the game ...

Otherwise, skills wont be affected much, since a whole lot of new ones will be available and only usable in PvP. I personnaly came on FF XIV after readin stuff about Frontlines and also after I knew that one of the best hardcore PvPers of all time on DaoC is actually the Game Director, that even went to the hospital because he was in an extremely tired state due to his work.

So yeah. I do give a shit about PvE to see where the story is going, but PvP is where it's at.

indeed

tbh, i only pick up ffxiv for pvp ONLY. i intentionally prevent myself from reaching endgame pve content because i know that raids doesnt interest me. im looking forward seeing how pvp will grow in this game.