Unskippable Ads in FFXIV

[Hallarem]

I think there should be an unskippable ad before every pvp match and after every pvp match too.

There's some real good ideas here to get Square Enix some more money. I hope they take it.

[EmeraldSerenade]

That's a great idea! Ul'dah should look like a NASCAR event, Square!

[Catwho]

Just look at YT , with the unskipabble ads. Ads are the future of gaming and revenue for the companies if you dont want to watch ads maybe we could pay a little bit more and just get maybe only 1 30 sec ad per hour.

Or you could pay a monthly subscription fee like I do for FFXIV, YouTube Premium, and DI.FM to eliminate advertisements forever because I can hear the fnords.

[Calafieromomias]

We have seen mixed reactions to the idea of integrating unskippable ads.
The future of Final Fantasy XIV depends on financial sustainability, and developers need more funding to continue delivering high-quality content.
Without additional revenue streams, the game risks entering maintenance mode, where new updates and expansions become infrequent or nonexistent.
One potential solution is the integration of advertisements within the game.

The gaming community often holds strong opinions regarding advertisements in games, and in this case, the backlash stems primarily from concerns over immersion, and the overall impact on gameplay.

Many players tend to judge advertising in games harshly, assuming that any form of in-game advertisement is inherently predatory or disruptive.
However, not all implementations are equal.
We feel that what we are thinking feels natural or even enhances the experience.

There are several extra approaches that could make this transition more palatable for players.
One option would be to implement in-game billboards in city hubs, themed to fit within the lore of Eorzea.
Another could be optional sponsorships for in-game events, where players could engage with ads voluntarily for cosmetic rewards.
Cosmetic collaborations with brands that align with FFXIV’s aesthetic might also be a viable option, allowing players to opt into themed gear or housing items

In-game ads could become a necessary feature in FFXIV, appearing in various areas such as raids, instances, cutscenes, and even the login queue.
While this concept may seem controversial, it would provide a steady income source to ensure ongoing content development, server stability, and improved game features.

Many successful games have already adopted advertising models, allowing players to experience additional content in exchange for brief ad interactions.
If implemented correctly, this could allow FFXIV to maintain its high production values while avoiding drastic subscription increases.

If we want to continue experiencing new expansions, raids, and stories, we must accept that in-game advertising might be the future.
By embracing these changes, we can ensure the longevity and evolution of the world of Eorzea for years to come.

[Vespar]

If we want to continue experiencing new expansions, raids, and stories, we must accept that in-game advertising might be the future.
By embracing these changes, we can ensure the longevity and evolution of the world of Eorzea for years to come.

The game has done well enough without your idea of unskippable ads. To be clear, if this game ever incorporates unskippable ads I will never buy another game from SE again. No thank you!

[Themarvin]

No thanks, SE do earn enough on this game as it is, and could earn more, but they decided to neglect FFXIV as it is.

[Themarvin]

We could also add some title ideas after watching like 500 or 1000 Ads

The Grand Advertiser
Ad Whisperer
The Ad-Venturer
Echo of the Ad Wave
The Sponsored Warrior

No thanks, no thanks and no thanks, I pay for playing this game already, I think you must have lost it for good, and SE earn enough on this game to make it run, they just neglect development.

Please go away.

[Ajisaii]

100% agree! If you die to twisters you should be forced to watch an unskippable 30 second ad after the pulls over, this also stacks if you get revived and die to twisters again

[Catwho]

No thanks, no thanks and no thanks, I pay for playing this game already, I think you must have lost it for good, and SE earn enough on this game to make it run, they just neglect development.

Please go away.

I have been adding so many fake toxic positivity posters to my ignore list lately because I'm so sick of interesting discussions getting clogged with satirical white knights trolling. It was funny the first dozen times, now it has become tiresome.

[yesnt]

Why does everyone reply to this obvious shitpost so seriously?

Ngl made me even laugh for a second. It's obviously sarcasm.