Small battle GUI suggestion

[Finalfreak]

I'm not sure how easy this is to implement, but might it be possible to show the command an enemy is about to use?
I know you can see these commands in the log, but could you make it appear above the enemy?

Other FF's are a good example of this like:


I know it's possible to read every command in the log, but it's something I really love in FFXIII & FFXIII-2 to switch the paradigm when needed.
Ifrit is a good example for this. I use the log right now to see his commands + watch his movement to know the commands he's going to use, but having this command above his head instead of constantly checking the log would be coolness ^^.

It's just my opinion though!

[Jynx]

Can't say I care either way, I personally prefer visual ques as to what move a monster will be using rather than floating text.

I guess this would help people who have a hard time with fights such as Ifrit where missing a visual note can be devestating.

[Bulwarkz]

I'm not sure how easy this is to implement, but might it be possible to show the command an enemy is about to use?
I know you can see these commands in the log, but could you make it appear above the enemy?

Other FF's are a good example of this like:


I know it's possible to read every command in the log, but it's something I really love in FFXIII & FFXIII-2 to switch the paradigm when needed.
Ifrit is a good example for this. I use the log right now to see his commands + watch his movement to know the commands he's going to use, but having this command above his head instead of constantly checking the log would be coolness ^^.

It's just my opinion though!

Nice post. What you said. Now that you point it out, this should be a fundamental necessity.

[Answa]

Well, we kind of have this when it matters. Ifrit's eruptions, for example, are accompanied by a specific visual trigger. That said, I would not be opposed to this at all. Be wary, though, the "why don't you just have a button to press and the NM will be dead in a second" people will soon pop their heads in here.

All in all, honest request.

[Finalfreak]

Can't say I care either way, I personally prefer visual ques as to what move a monster will be using rather than floating text.

I guess this would help people who have a hard time with fights such as Ifrit where missing a visual note can be devestating.

I'm used to watch the visuals too from FFXI and FFXIV now for a while. But after playing a few days FFXIII-2 for platinum trophy, I noticed how usefull this might be for new players on Ifrit or upcomming primes.

[DoctorMog]

God the FF13 interface looks good.

Hope 2.0 looks sharp like that.

[Finalfreak]

Well, we kind of have this when it matters. Ifrit's eruptions, for example, are accompanied by a specific visual trigger. That said, I would not be opposed to this at all. Be wary, though, the "why don't you just have a button to press and the NM will be dead in a second" people will soon pop their heads in here.

All in all, honest request.

Hehe, they can say whatever they want . I played FFXI for a very long time & got used to watching the visuals, so I'm not complaining about the current system. It's just a nice add imo, that's all. ^^

[GreyJorildyn]

Makes ya wonder why the UI doesn't look that good to begin with!

That aside, the enemy cast bar would be a nice addition.

Also should have been posted in UI section not general :x

[Finalfreak]

Makes ya wonder why the UI doesn't look that good to begin with!

That aside, the enemy cast bar would be a nice addition.

Also should have been posted in UI section not general :x

Ow.. my fault.. I noticed the section now after your mention..
Very sorry. I hope an admin will move it

[KiriA500]

It'll get moved, they always do!

That being said, I agree 100%. It'd be super helpful in big fights where knowing what's being cast is important.