We need to talk about the PC Gamer article

[Benjo]

Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's always interesting to see different perspectives on the game's evolution. I totally get where you're coming from regarding the concerns about the game's current formula. Change can be tough, especially when it feels like some aspects are moving away from what initially drew us in.

I've been around for a while too, and I can appreciate the nostalgia factor and the sentiment that some elements might not feel as original as we'd hope. On the positive side, though, the game still has its unique charm, and there's something special about diving into the world of Eorzea.

While I understand your reservations about the combat system and job design, it might be worth considering taking a break if things feel a bit stale. Sometimes stepping away and coming back later can provide a fresh perspective. And hey, have you ever tried playing as a male beefy Roegadyn? The generic catboy, sleeky characters can be a bit jarring at times, so Roegadyn-ing up might just add a new layer of enjoyment to your gaming experience!

It's clear you're passionate about the game, and I hope your concerns get the attention they deserve. In the meantime, don't forget that it's okay to take a breather and come back when the game aligns more with what you're looking for. Here's to hoping that dawntrail brings the positive changes you're hoping for!

[caffe_macchiato]

So has anyone reached out to PC Gamer regarding this article? It is obviously false since it says bad things about our game. Is there a way Yoshi-P can maybe talk to the editor and have this article taken down?

[keichirou]

So has anyone reached out to PC Gamer regarding this article? It is obviously false since it says bad things about our game. Is there a way Yoshi-P can maybe talk to the editor and have this article taken down?

this is sarcasm...................................right?

[Mosha]

this is sarcasm...................................right?

Its sarcasm or bait.

[sindriiisgaming]

this is sarcasm...................................right?

Nah its just good old yoshi-p indoctrination. She'll grow out of it eventually

[Nabril]

the combat system has also been neutered in exchange for making things easier. straying more and more away from tradition ff jobs like time mage, geomancer and corsair as we edge towards these "original" jobs that feel.. honestly.. out of place. reaper i feel only worked because the lore supported it so well.. however. yes. the job feels out of place

So... is this nothing more than a "It's broke because I don't like it" post or do you actually have a suggestion to offer? I always see things like, "Combat system is neutered!" from people who can't be bothered to describe HOW it's broken. Do you want them to keep all of the old buttons? This is a CONSOLE game. It can't have 312 attack buttons. Some powers have to be taken away to keep it fresh and new. Is that what's bothering you or is it something else? Do we need 312 buttons that have to be pushed in a random order each rotation in order to maximize DPS? IS that what you mean when you say that you want a more complex system?

I'm at a loss here. Do you yourself even know what you mean here? How exactly have combat been neutered? Do you want harder boss fights? So much ground AoE and line of sighting that your character never has a chance to stand still? Sure- as long as you are prepared to explain how all the casting classes are now obsolete including the healers. What do you want to get out of the combat system that isn't there now?

[Lium]

And here I thought people were criticizing the developers for not improving the game. Now it turns out they're being criticized for improving it.

Goes to show you just can't win.

I skimmed the article but didn't read it fully. Seemed like she was complaining about how SE continues to use the same content release formula and wants them to change it because she's bored, then tossed in a few community memes in an attempt to gain credibility.

I feel like all I needed to know about the author was included in the profile at the end. "When she's not staring at her bunny girl, she can be found sweating out rhythm games, pretending to be good at fighting games or spending far too much money at her local arcade. " In other words, she doesn't really play the game. She just logs in to stare at her Viera for whatever reason.

I'll repeat what I've said many times before. If you're not longer enjoying the game, take your money elsewhere. Blizzard didn't pay attention to what players had to say until WoW players took their money elsewhere, or stopped playing modern retail to play Classic instead.

SE will not behave any differently. As long as FFXIV is not falling massively short of whatever revenue goals they've set for the game, they're going to stick with a formula that is making money for them. When it stops making money, that's when they'll think about change.

THANK YOU!!!!

I say this all the time to consumers in general. Not just video games. If you don’t like something, or want to really effect change, vote with your wallet. Corporations aren’t gonna give a crap until it hits their bottom line in meaningful way.

And that’s literally all there is to it

[Erinellza]

Okay. Next they should write an article about the fact that FFXIV still gets more and better content than other MMOs. Source: I play XIV, ESO, GW2, LA.

[DrWho2010]

if Square Enix was losing money as quick as the people in this thread insinuate, the company would have gone under years ago lol

[sindriiisgaming]

if Square Enix was losing money as quick as the people in this thread insinuate, the company would have gone under years ago lol

You're so uninformed it should be criminal. They've been bleeding money worse last year than ever before. Ff7r is one of the last desperate ploys to save it.