I asked these questions to those who played ffxi.

1. How do you compare ffxiv map with ffxi map on release date?
2. How do you compare ffxiv map with the current ffxi map?

and I got optimistic answers.

Correct me if I am wrong, but from what I understand, when ffxi got released in Japan, the map size was as small as the current ffxiv map or even smaller. Also, the content was greatly lacking. The reason why ffxi did not get harsh reviews like ffxiv is because ffxi was released in the US one year after the original release date.

All I hear is good stuff about ffxi in its current state. So I have a good feeling that one day this game will be as good as ffxi. The only problem is that I don't think it is going to happen soon. I will give it 3 or more years. I am really hoping that the developers will continue to support this game and add more content.

So do you guys and gals agree that there is hope in this game and it could be as good as ffxi or do you think this game is greatly damaged beyond repair?