backwards walking in 2.0

[TimonLoon]

I see the backwards walking as an intended change to the game. Especially with PvP on the way.

1.XX:
You're able to start running full speed in any direction regardless of what direction the camera is facing. This could get annoying and make balancing PvP difficult.

2.0:
Walking towards the camera = backpedal. In order to go in a certain direction (excluding strafe left/right) you will need to spin the camera. <-- This is how almost every other MMO works.

But as I said, it's not just about making it standard it's definitely for PvP. I can't imagine how annoying it would be to do PvP when people can just start to run full speed in any direction.

TLDR: This is done on purpose. It's a much better mechanic. Stop crying.

[_pops]

1.XX:
You're able to start running full speed in any direction regardless of what direction the camera is facing. This could get annoying and make balancing PvP difficult.

So basically, PvP is going to ruin what unique features FFXIV ever had? Gee, sounds grand! Can't wait!

/sarcasm

[AliceKaye]

I don't think he's actually walking backwards with s hit only, I think he is accidentally strafing backwards, if you watch it he kind of glides like people do when they strafe. I could be wrong though. I hope the walking animations from FFXIV 1.0 stay, but... I'm doubting they will, sadly.

[Nuru]

I don't think he's actually walking backwards with s hit only, I think he is accidentally strafing backwards, if you watch it he kind of glides like people do when they strafe. I could be wrong though. I hope the walking animations from FFXIV 1.0 stay, but... I'm doubting they will, sadly.

In one of the interviews, it was stated that animations were re-worked. I'm not sure about the running or walking or emotes, as they all look the same as 1.0 animations in the video. They might have mentioned the re-working specifically to Weaponskills and Casting animations.

[Spellstar]

Please Walk Backwards!

Away from this thread.