If I could interview Yoshida.

[Mireille]

Nobody wants an XI-HD. Thats not what we're talking about. I just recently said this same thing in another thread...

-Horizontal progression gives lasting value to end-game acquired items.
-Slow leveling gives value to items ranged 1 to Cap, and the level capped content that rewards them.
-Both of these keep you in the game longer.

I have to admit I loved XI best with several 75s, and pre abyssea. The cap increase ruined all my favorite events.