Im usually not one for fanboy rants, but I just need to say this: Heavensward is an ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE. Its rare for a game to live up to its hype, but this game has exceeded my expectations in nearly every single way possible. Quite frankly, it puts ARR to shame.

One area that is a vast improvement over ARR is the delivery of the main story. The tone and mood is more mature, and the story feels more focused on things that actually matter. The characters have more depth, and their interactions are more complex. The dialogue is a little more nuanced, and both the writing and voice acting are superb.

The environments are nothing short of jaw-dropping. Around every corner you are met with a breathtaking vista, each more incredible than the last. The sheer scope of everything around you, and the unbelievable level of detail is truly a work of art.

The ambiance, sound, and music are also amazing.

I would like to congratulate the developers on creating such an incredible world. The amount of passion and hard work shines through at every moment, and if this level of quality continues, FF XIV will be a game for the ages.