Built-in Parsers

[Kacho_Nacho]

I do, however, respect your opinion and how you came to possess it. I merely disagree with it.

And I respect your opinion too! /big lalafell hug

Now, I've been thinking... I know, I know. That's dangerous.

But I wonder if Square Enix would be willing to introduce an in game parser, similar in design to what the OP suggested, for a three month trial period?

That way the devs can discern its impact on the game, both positively and negatively.
Afterwards, SE can either implement the parser permanently or disable it depending on what they discover.

Such a move on the part of Square Enix would certainly lay this frequent argument to rest.

[Miste]

But I wonder if Square Enix would be willing to introduce an in game parser, similar in design to what the OP suggested, for a three month trial period?

That way the devs can discern its impact on the game, both positively and negatively.
Afterwards, SE can either implement the parser permanently or disable it depending on what they discover.

Such a move on the part of Square Enix would certainly lay this frequent argument to rest.

This is a very good idea and I've also mentioned it before in past threads like this.

Simple fact is none of us knows if an official parser would make the game's community better, worse, or simply the exact same as it is now. The only way to see what will happen is for SE to try it and analyze the difference.

[Kacho_Nacho]

This is a very good idea and I've also mentioned it before in past threads like this.

Simple fact is none of us knows if an official parser would make the game's community better, worse, or simply the exact same as it is now. The only way to see what will happen is for SE to try it and analyze the difference.

*nods*

It's apparent both sides hold their beliefs strongly and even polite discussions regarding parsers degenerate into heated arguments along with some trolling. So, that's why a 90 day trial period would be a good thing.

Personally, I would love to see this whole topic laid to rest, once and for all. What say you, S.E.?

[SDaemon]

*nods*

It's apparent both sides hold their beliefs strongly and even polite discussions regarding parsers degenerate into heated arguments along with some trolling. So, that's why a 90 day trial period would be a good thing.

Personally, I would love to see this whole topic laid to rest, once and for all. What say you, S.E.?

Not sure a 90-day trial would lay the topic to rest. Even if SE were to change their stance on the issue after 90 days, people have formed their opinion of parsers based on their prior experiences with them, that isn't something easily changed.

[akaneakki]

Not sure a 90-day trial would lay the topic to rest. Even if SE were to change their stance on the issue after 90 days, people have formed their opinion of parsers based on their prior experiences with them, that isn't something easily changed.

So let them? Nobody is forced to like them, like good/great players shouldn't be forced to carry people.

[SDaemon]

So let them? Nobody is forced to like them like good/great players shouldn't be forced to carry people.

Not the point of my comment. I've always been a supporter of personal parsers so I can improve my gameplay. Again, however, not the point of my comment. Having a trial run on parsers isn't going to change people's opinions on them. If anything it is just going to inflame the issue as if it doesn't stay, supporters will be upset and if it does then objectors will be upset.

[akaneakki]

Not the point of my comment. I've always been a supporter of personal parsers so I can improve my gameplay. Again, however, not the point of my comment. Having a trial run on parsers isn't going to change people's opinions on them. If anything it is just going to inflame the issue as if it doesn't stay, supporters will be upset and if it does then objectors will be upset.

How much that is true, we also seen that many people want this and that. An MMO can never satisfy too many people sadly.

[Kacho_Nacho]

Not sure a 90-day trial would lay the topic to rest. Even if SE were to change their stance on the issue after 90 days, people have formed their opinion of parsers based on their prior experiences with them, that isn't something easily changed.

I know; but, at least we would all some common ground to base our opinions on. The thing is, my opinion is based on what I observed in WoW, not totally based on that game because I've observed bad behavior here too. It's entirely possible parsers will not poison nor divide the community of FFXIV as it did WoW. It's just unlikely since people are people no matter where you go.

And... Oh, Akaneakki. Your signature gif beautifully encapsulates the conflicting views of a hardcore gamer and a casual gamer.

[Dualgunner]

And I respect your opinion too! /big lalafell hug

Now, I've been thinking... I know, I know. That's dangerous.

But I wonder if Square Enix would be willing to introduce an in game parser, similar in design to what the OP suggested, for a three month trial period?

That way the devs can discern its impact on the game, both positively and negatively.
Afterwards, SE can either implement the parser permanently or disable it depending on what they discover.

Such a move on the part of Square Enix would certainly lay this frequent argument to rest.

I think that would be a great idea as well.