Quote Originally Posted by Adire View Post
Just remember, nickle and dimeing can cost you more in the long run that up front, one time large costs. And spending a lot may keep the corporate suits happy, but remember, they are not looking out for your best interests. And in the end, they get their way if customers allow it.
I used to play another MMO so I have experienced exactly what you are talking about.

But here, we have a marquee IP and, importantly, Yoshida-san. I believe the FFXIV team are artists who take pride in their accomplishments, not just salaried drones. I will risk $30 a month that they aren't just milking me for $$$.

But the minute they stop providing me with $30 worth of entertainment every month, I'll go look elsewhere. I won't repeat the mistake I made with my last MMO, where I was constantly disappointed by the game and the devs but stayed out of a sense of obligation to my raid group.