The current state of the "MMORPG" FFXIV is unsustainable. Here's why

[NekoMataMata]

Bozja and Eureka have a player-size issue, not a difficulty issue. Sort of two different things. There are discord groups you can join to fix that issue. You should search and give them a try.

That's still an issue. The game shouldn't rely on players to fix their issues like this, especially since there's always the possibility of players losing interest in running those discords.

[KhudusQestir]

Except by "mess" you mean "a ton of casual gamers absolutely enjoying the game and giving it the highest playerbase ever while the select few wannabe hardcore gamers throw temper tantrums that a game always designed for casual gamers is continuing that trend." There's no "mess" here - there's just playing a game intended for a different audience and complaining that it's not changing its very nature to suit you personally.

Ok, see. . . this is only focusing on ONE group of players while ignoring the rest. Just like how you ignored my point. By mess I mean people wanting to quit FFXIV because they don't find it as exciting as it use to be. The game was more challenging that gave competitive gamers something to look forward to.

to be fair, the actual good "hardcore" players ask for more harder content. But I didnt realize Savage, EXs and Ultimates arent enough for them? I sure hope Criterion becomes a big thing for them. Sucks we only have one of it and the rewards are lacking. They should add unique dungeon sets for them imo

How many savage contents are there? Yes, they are difficult and great and that's probably the only fun challenging content there is. So speaking personally, I'd say no it's not enough.

Edit; To help explain better why this isn't enough; there are 4 savage per two patches leading to 12 savage content in each expansion. In a way, this is exactly like I mentioned before being a rinse and repeat. They are fun, I do love and enjoy them but they are nothing new to help keep the game feeling fresh and fun. The varient dungeon was fantastic! I loved that! I would like more things like that honestly. It's different and challenging.

That's still an issue. The game shouldn't rely on players to fix their issues like this, especially since there's always the possibility of players losing interest in running those discords.

I responded to this on page 5 if you'd like to take a look. Very bottom.