Final Fantasy XIV Review: It's A Little More Normal


For the sake of moving forward, I will dedicate this one paragraph to Final Fantasy XIV 1.0, the version launched in 2010, to say that compared to its predecessor, A Realm Reborn is normal. Those of you who played the earlier version will have an idea as to what I’m talking about, but for those who … Continue reading “Final Fantasy XIV Review: It's A Little More Normal”

Final Fantasy XIV Review: It’s A Little More Normal


For the sake of moving forward, I will dedicate this one paragraph to Final Fantasy XIV 1.0, the version launched in 2010, to say that compared to its predecessor, A Realm Reborn is normal. Those of you who played the earlier version will have an idea as to what I’m talking about, but for those who … Continue reading “Final Fantasy XIV Review: It’s A Little More Normal”

Server Control Is A Necessary Evil


If you aren’t aware of the server locks on Final Fantasy XIV, chances are you either picked a low population server or you aren’t coordinating with a clan/group of friends. During the open beta phase 4, a large number of servers were locked down in order to keep the population in check. With the launch … Continue reading “Server Control Is A Necessary Evil”

Square Enix Lays Off At Los Angeles Studio


Square Enix has confirmed to Massively.com that the company’s Los Angeles studios has been hit with a number of layoffs. According to Square, however, none of the company’s existing MMOs have been impacted at all. In order to ensure it is operating effectively, the Square Enix Los Angeles office has reduced its workforce. This was … Continue reading “Square Enix Lays Off At Los Angeles Studio”

Final Fantasy XIV Subscription Ending…Again.


Final Fantasy XIV is a poster boy in just how badly an MMO can launch. It is also a shining example of a developer doing everything in their power to return a game to its intended light, as Square Enix has worked tirelessly these past two years in what will finally come together as FFXIV … Continue reading “Final Fantasy XIV Subscription Ending…Again.”

Final Fantasy XIV Shutting Down In Preparation For Realm Reborn


Consider this your first heads up, FFXIV players: At some point in the future Final Fantasy XIV will shut down, but only temporarily. At Gamescom, Square Enix announced that instead of simply updating FFXIV when the game’s 2.0 relaunch goes live, the servers will need to be shut down for an indeterminate amount of time. … Continue reading “Final Fantasy XIV Shutting Down In Preparation For Realm Reborn”