Building a Better Gaming Community: The Advantages of a Console-Only Final Fantasy XI

[Demolisher]

Final Fantasy XIV (FF14) is one of the most popular massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs) in the world. It has provided players with an exciting virtual world that is full of endless possibilities, from exploring new lands, battling fearsome creatures to taking on challenging raids. However, the recent controversy surrounding the use of third-party tools has sparked a heated debate within the FF14 community.

A recent news article reported that a team of players were the first to complete the high-difficulty raid known as The Omega Protocol, which is a significant achievement in the raiding community. However, it was later revealed that one of the team members had used a third-party mod during the raid, which caused widespread disappointment among the FF14 community, including top developers at Square Enix. The use of third-party tools is strictly prohibited in the game's terms of service, and Director and producer Naoki Yoshida has stated that he has never supported the use of these tools.

Despite the controversy surrounding the use of third-party tools, there is a solution that could provide a more equal playing field for all players. This solution is to create an online space within FF14 that only contains console players. By doing this, players will be able to enjoy the game without the worry of others using third-party tools to gain an unfair advantage. This would also create a new level of competition, as world first races on hardcore raid content and free companies (FCs) would be limited to only console players.

The creation of a console-only space within FF14 would not only provide a more equal playing field for all players, but it would also provide a unique gaming experience. Console players would be able to participate in world first races and take on challenging raids without the worry of others using third-party tools. This would allow players to focus on their gameplay and to enjoy the game in its intended form. It would also provide players with the opportunity to engage in a new level of competition, as the world first races and free companies would be limited to only console players.

The benefits of creating a console-only space within FF14 are numerous. Firstly, it would provide a more equal playing field for all players, as the use of third-party tools would be eliminated. Secondly, it would provide a unique gaming experience, as players would be able to focus on their gameplay without the worry of others using third-party tools. Finally, it would provide a new level of competition, as world first races and free companies would be limited to only console players.

In conclusion, the use of third-party tools in FF14 has caused widespread disappointment among the gaming community. However, by creating a console-only space within the game, players would be able to enjoy a more equal playing field, a unique gaming experience, and a new level of competition. This would provide players with an exciting and challenging environment that is free from the influence of third-party tools and mods. By doing this, FF14 would continue to be a leader in the MMORPG world and provide players with a virtual world full of endless possibilities.

[Stormpeaks]

on a roll arent we today ?

[Atelier-Bagur]

Oh I would love a modern console version of FFXI.










...that's what we're talking about right...?

[Amenara]

Oh I would love a modern console version of FFXI.

...that's what we're talking about right...?

As a FFXI player I don't want a console only version of the game, I wouldn't mind if they made a PS5 version though... after they completely updated the game.

[Atelier-Bagur]

As a FFXI player I don't want a console only version of the game, I wouldn't mind if they made a PS5 version though... after they completely updated the game.

what are you talking about? I obviously mean a console port or heck just give us an official update remaster even though that plan fell off years ago. Guy can dream.

[Amenara]

what are you talking about? I obviously mean a console port or heck just give us an official update remaster even though that plan fell off years ago. Guy can dream.

Referring to the thread title of wanting a "Console only Final Fantasy XI"

[Atelier-Bagur]

Referring to the thread title of wanting a "Console only Final Fantasy XI"

Oh. Well I suppose I only skimmed the thread title to say "console FFXI" and roll balled from there lol, my bad.

[PredatoryCatgirl]

...until consoles start supporting mods, whether they're designed to or not. Its only a matter of time.

[Demolisher]

...until consoles start supporting mods, whether they're designed to or not. Its only a matter of time.

The claim that consoles will eventually start supporting mods is misguided. It is true that technology has advanced tremendously in recent years, however, this does not necessarily mean that consoles will be easily hacked. Consoles are designed as closed systems, with strict security measures in place to prevent unauthorized access and modifications.

Moreover, even if consoles were to be hacked in the future, it is highly unlikely that developers would invest time and resources into creating a modding ecosystem for them. This is because the number of individuals who hack their consoles is relatively small, and the process of creating mods for a closed system is much more complex and time-consuming compared to creating mods for an open platform like PC.

In conclusion, the idea that consoles will eventually support mods is far-fetched, and not something that is likely to happen in the near future. The security measures in place, as well as the challenges associated with creating mods for a closed system, make it an improbable scenario.

[PredatoryCatgirl]

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That's a whole lot of words to say "I don't understand how persistent cheaters are".