Final Fantasy XI

Hey there!  I've been thinking about getting this game for a long time.  But I've heard just as many cons as there are pros.  And, of course, it's old, meaning everyone's probably the level cap now, so I'm wondering if I'll really fit in at all even if I'm new.  I don't have any rl friends playing this, partly because of things like not having a good PC or and Xbox 360, or just flat out thinking it's boring.

Whatchu think?

FFXI is a big commitment.. moreso than most other MMOs I would say. The world is amazingly vast and filled with content, most of which will take a long time to see. The community is excellent however, at least on the servers I used to play, so making friends is not a problem if you're sociable. If you're willing to devote a significant amount of time, then I'd say go for it.

My opinion is that this was the best MMO when it came out in the US... but as you said everyone is at the lvl cap or close to it... by now that it will be difficult to find parties ect which are a big part of this game. I loved FFXI but now all the starting areas are completely deserted for the most part... so I dont think you would find as fun. Plus the control are strange compared todays standards. you moved with the arrow keys instead of the WASD which I don't *think* there is a way to change that.

That said people sometimes change jobs to something new so you might a few people depending on the server. The community was the best of any MMO hands down... but imo the closest thing to FFXI in my opinion (as far as community and feel of the world) would be Lord of the Rings Online... so I'd probably try that. :)

There are new people starting all the time on my server Kujata. It's never too late. With Level Sync, the starter areas and leveling areas are all full pretty much like they used to be. Level Sync lets anyone that's a higher level than you sync down to your level and you can party together if you're level 10 or higher.

The controls. You can change to a WASD format in the game or you can configure a controller in the FFXI config if you'd like to use a controller. It's made more for that. Anyway, if you choose to come to my server, let me know. If you choose to play, have fun. Don't expect it to be like WoW or anything like that.

Great game, I played it for years.  I judge all new MMO's i play to ffxi and no so far have come close to it. I left because it was getting kind of hard to get in xp parties with low level jobs, and for the same reason other people leave, after years (around 4) and my play time was astronomically high, it just got old to me. FFXI community is unmatched in any MMO. For the most part its not really a casuall gamers mmo.

Alright,thanks for the replies.  I don't expect anything Final Fantasy related to be anything but challenging. XD

But thank you Satimasu.  I'll probably join your server if those are the circumstances. =D

dont worry about lvl differences..lvl syncing is coming soon!

Isn't it already here?

Originally posted by Dithrain

Hey there!  I've been thinking about getting this game for a long time.  But I've heard just as many cons as there are pros.  And, of course, it's old, meaning everyone's probably the level cap now, so I'm wondering if I'll really fit in at all even if I'm new.  I don't have any rl friends playing this, partly because of things like not having a good PC or and Xbox 360, or just flat out thinking it's boring.

Whatchu think?

@ipod80GB - Level Sync is already here

@natuxatu - It's in the configuration part of the menu. It's called "Compact Keyboard" or perhaps just "Compact"

@ Dithrain - FFXI is a challenge.  I would not reccomend this game if you want something that is casual in nature.  This game requires hours and hours to level, complete missions, complete quests, etc so unless you have the time to dedicate i would not reccomend this game.  I've seen so many people get this game and walk away disappointed because they lacked the drive, dedication, and time to put into the game.  It's a lot easier to get experience points parties now too.  Bismarck has seen a slew of new players lately and with Level Sync now you can pretty much find whatever is looking for party and invite them.  I do reccomend this game now.  Been playing for years and the good thing about this is, those who have played for years still have jobs to level.  One character can level all jobs and most people level at minimum 2-3 jobs to 75 so you can still find parties easily.

However, the best times for lower levels are probably going to be your weekend times as that is when the most people are on.  After you get past, i'd say 30, you can find more parties regularly as you can have a bit more flexibility on where you can go.  Good luck, if you have questions, please post, and if you come to Bismarck, look me up.  Shazamalicious is me. (Take care)

Originally posted by Suplyndmnd

 

@ipod80GB - Level Sync is already here

@natuxatu - It's in the configuration part of the menu. It's called "Compact Keyboard" or perhaps just "Compact"

@ Dithrain - FFXI is a challenge.  I would not