i was trying to fix the problem again, and i've realized that for me the issue isn't just with this game but with other PS3 stuff (in particular the PSN store). over there, the menu bar for Enter Back etc, is visually cropped off on both left and right.. which is the same as what I'm getting in XIV.. so if that problem exists for you too maybe its a common problem.

i find it odd that it may be a hardware issue.. because I had absolutely no problems when i used the same TV (LG 32LC7R) with the PS3 phat. i've only noticed this on my super slim, which i also incidentally got for XIV ARR so i've no idea if other games are affected as yet