In-Game Parser.

[NaliaBrown]

I only skimmed this topic, so apologies if this has been suggested.

I know that an in-game parser isn't likely to happen. But the idea of seeing your own DPS numbers on a striking dummy has been mentioned in the past.

I used to play a lot of typing games to improve my words per minute. I can now type over 90 WPM last time I was tested. What if some sort of DPS mini-game was set up in the Gold Saucer for people who wanted to practice their DPS? It could start out easy with just a striking dummy, then as you advance and get better it would start fighting back so that you could work in dodging and other strategies. Your goal would be to beat your own high score and it's not shared on any leaderboard or anything. It's just for self-improvement.

I don't know, maybe it's silly, but it's a thought.

[Ehayte]

I used to play a lot of typing games to improve my words per minute. I can now type over 90 WPM last time I was tested. What if some sort of DPS mini-game was set up in the Gold Saucer for people who wanted to practice their DPS? It could start out easy with just a striking dummy, then as you advance and get better it would start fighting back so that you could work in dodging and other strategies. Your goal would be to beat your own high score and it's not shared on any leaderboard or anything. It's just for self-improvement.

I don't know, maybe it's silly, but it's a thought.

That sounds very fun, but I'd like a leaderboard for each Job/Class.

BUT - it does not help the practical situation of people wanting a parser in the actual game. I want one with everyone's dps on it (just add it to the party bar?), but I'd settle for one for just me so I can improve.

I'd love to know if my WHM/SCH was healing everyone AND doing 130dps in a dungeon!

[Kazumac]

I only skimmed this topic, so apologies if this has been suggested.

I know that an in-game parser isn't likely to happen. But the idea of seeing your own DPS numbers on a striking dummy has been mentioned in the past.

I used to play a lot of typing games to improve my words per minute. I can now type over 90 WPM last time I was tested. What if some sort of DPS mini-game was set up in the Gold Saucer for people who wanted to practice their DPS? It could start out easy with just a striking dummy, then as you advance and get better it would start fighting back so that you could work in dodging and other strategies. Your goal would be to beat your own high score and it's not shared on any leaderboard or anything. It's just for self-improvement.

I don't know, maybe it's silly, but it's a thought.

I game parsers are unlikely but due to game design it should be given a higher amount of consideration. A target dummy parser wouldn't be enough in my opinion (as I've stated before with reasons why). It would be a good first step and be of at least some value.

A mini game is kinda a cool idea actually i would be all for that just on its own merits