Alpha First Look: Video 5 - Quests and Combat

[RexValentino]

I too, thought the quests in ffxi, etc. were very enjoyable and extremely deep. Though, I don't think i enjoyed those quests because the people to talk with or the places to examine were hard to find. I was always on the wiki so i knew where i was going and what i was doing. Constantly being on another computer or alt-tabbed, was a bit annoying.

I think the best part of side questing in ffxi, etc. was how the quest tied in with the main storyline and how well they were written. I don't feel like new components in the user interface take away from the ability to get into side quests if they are well written and tie into the main story, or with each other. It does seem like this is an option, so i think if you wanted to have a bit more of a challenge in finding things you don't have to click on the help text for more info or the map markers.

I prefer in game help rather than a constant website hunt XD. The User Interface and the ability to get info in game fast is a great OPTION they are giving us! <yes, please!>

The thing i noticed lacking, that might have made the SIDE QUESTS a tad more enjoyable, is that there were no mini cut scenes and camera angles and npc movement ... mood setting devices. I love these, though i know a lot of the grab and go type of guys don't ^^; But i'm sure they will be used in the main story line, and probably the more meaningful sidequests.