SE consider a free to play option

[Andrien]

I do think FF XIV could be successful as a free to play game. I feel bad for the FF fans that will have to pass on this game due to not being able to pay a subscription fee.

I don't think its about not being able to pay, its about paying to play after buying the game that might turn them away. I see it discussed a lot on gaming websites, especially console users. They can change their minds depending on game reviews and with a 30 day trial though.