Why doesn't XIV have built-in voice chat? Simply put, Japan doesn't use VOIP. They do everything over in-game messages. I realize some of you may say "But the rest of the world uses it." Problem is, Japan doesn't exactly communicate with the rest of the world, so they see no need for it. Just use Skype, Vent, Mumble, or TS3 if you want voice chat. Otherwise, better work on your WPM.