Naoki Yoshida's Comment in Regard to Jump Potions/Boost Potions

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Apologies. I missed this.

I think they should move towards that direction. There really isn't a reason to continuously gate current content. I don't even like how they lock one dungeon into the story since they seem utterly terrified of making them "too hard." Unfortunately, it may still be an issue with how their questing system works. I suppose we'll find out when Stormblood does release as they did mention looking at making it not require Heavensward. For whatever's worth, I do think if they only release this jump potion on the cash shop and not provide us a free one. It'll not only defeat the entire purpose, but definitely look more like a money grab.

Alright, I'm glad you agree. Now I'm curious as to how would you react if this gating is real? because it is very likely that this will be the case. On top of that, I want you to imagine that this gating will be the case in 5.0 and 6.0 etc. How would you feel about that? And moreover, what do you think that will mean for jump potions?

Note: The only time they said they would look into making SB not require HW was before or very soon after HW was released, during the backlash of HW requiring 2.55.

Edit: Scrap all the speculation, this has been staring me in the face in OP for this thread:

It has been over three years since we launched FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn. Once Stormblood is released, in order for the new players to catch up to existing players, they would have to complete the main quests for both A Realm Reborn and Heavensward, level up their job to 60, and then collect the appropriate gear.