Discuss : is ffxiv in trouble

[Ozzmal]

The game is not in trouble in the sense that the current status quo will cause a massive flux of players to cancel their subs. If that is the focus of this thread or any thread, it is misdirected. Players have shown time and time again that they will remain subbed regardless of their complaints and criticisms. Sure, some players have left but for each sub lost the game has acquired two more, and many players who no longer play are still subbed.

The true concern I see is if the game can stay away from political agendas that are affecting western games. The problem is SE is one of the eastern companies conforming to ESG standards, and its influence has already infected FFXIV. Right now, it is a contained infection but it is there none the less. If there is anything that would cause players to leave the game in droves, it's this. SE could easily be Budlighted if they are not careful.

Considering in the states we have about a 50% voter participation, I don't think politics could sway it much one way or the other (unless it was super obvious to the point of annoyance). But who knows.

[Gemina]

Considering in the states we have about a 50% voter participation, I don't think politics could sway it much one way or the other (unless it was super obvious to the point of annoyance). But who knows.

Assuming this figure is correct, should the game lose 50% of its subs, that would be bad. Really bad.