*and by it's, I mean its. I failed kindergarten English.

Presentation - 5/10
I like the theme, the idea of the world, and the era, but lack of any content whatsoever takes away from the presentation. Eg. Gun Class, Chocobos... the list goes on and on.

Graphics - 7.8/10
FFXIV is the best looking MMO to date, however there are still some major problems. Buildings and landscapes do not cast shadows, and water doesn't reflect the world. I think SE should have focused more on graphical technology than how many polygons they can cram into the game - it would look so much more realistic.

Character animations (other than lalafell) are top notch, although spell and battle animations are not satisfying.

Gameplay - 3/10
It's a 1-fest. You mash 1 for hours on end. The only quests to do are guildleves which reset ever 36 hours so you can do the same 8 quests again.

Leveling up crafting is almost unbearable. You sit for hours banging on an anvil selecting Normal Synthesis and occasionally one of your upgrades.

The market system is atrocious and slow.

Sound - 8.7/10
The sound in this this game is superb. The music is written by one of todays greatest composers. Most of the female voices are unpleasant however...

Lasting appeal - 2/10
Let's just put it this way. Out of the 20 people in my Linkshell, I'm the only one who still plays - occasionally... And only because I've been looking forward to this game for so long, and have hope that SE will turn this into something enjoyable.


[SIZE="5"]FINAL VERDICT[/SIZE](not an average)
I GIVE THIS GAME A 99






out of 200.