Ah, rumors. We know the game was just announced, but there are three major reasons this rumor carries some weight. For one, Final Fantasy XIV has a 2010 release date, which makes sense considering the development team claims to have been working on the game for nearly five years now. Also, the dev team has expressed that they'd like to have a longer beta than the one Final Fantasy XI had -- one which was only around four months long.
The biggest piece of information regarding this rumor is its source -- discovered by newly built fansite Eorzeapedia -- of several Square Enix Europe job listings for new game testers and game masters. The listing is very clear that any applicants are required to have "good knowledge" of Final Fantsy XI, which ostensibly already has these jobs filled. If new people are being hired, it means the more seasoned team are being shifted to the developer's other MMO, namely Final Fantasy XIV. According to those listings, the new game masters begin work in early September.
Loose reasoning? Maybe just a little, but when considering the release date, development time and this new information it all seems to make sense. We'd love to get our hands on some FFXIV beta action any time this year, especially as early as September, so here's hoping it's true!
Monday, June 22, 2009
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FFXIV, The Long Interview Q＆A was told the new information -
● and more of the game system and world view!
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2009 June 3, 2007 (local time) on the Final Fantasy XIV's Q & A session. 2009 June 3, 2007 (local time) on the Final Fantasy XIV's Q & A session. This session was attended by the large media around the world, the opportunity for individual interviews to media on the same day Japan obtained. This session was attended by the large media around the world, had a chance to interview the individual for Japan on the same media. To respond to two of his interview with Mr. Kawamoto Nobuaki Tanaka Hiromiti. Corresponding to two of his interview with Mr. Kawamoto Nobuaki Tanaka Hiromiti. Q & A session was a deep interview and could not hear what. Q & A session was a deep interview and could not hear what. I want to read on slowly. I want to read on slowly.
● translation ● Translation of today's announcement today
- The first next-generation MMORPG, but there was a different story, or why the numbering of the title? - The first next-generation MMORPG, but there was a different story, or why the numbering of the title? Please tell us around. Please tell us around.
Tanaka and four are from a project about a year before, since the XIV, the story is to make as I was. Tanaka and four are from a project about a year before, since the XIV, the story is to make as I was. Well, maybe at that time, separate from us, away from XIV also can be made. But maybe at that time, separate from us, away from XIV also can be made. XV, then, I might have become. Then, XV, I might have become. XI from the first time made the FF series, a subtitle Since MMO play "online" Let's put it as orthodox, as a series of rules decided. The first XI, when made, the FF series, a subtitle Since MMO play "online" Let's put it as orthodox and decided a series of rules. FF because of this track and do it in a numbering as it was. FF of the main path of doing so again as it was in the numbering. In the process of making, if only I had no place in DEKI numbering, I was also told that to give up, we made the best (laughs ). In the process of making, if only I had no place in DEKI numbering, I was also told that to give up, we made the best (laughs).
- Why this announced at E3 it? - Why this announced at E3 it?
To make a major announcement today Tanaka, Tokyo Game Show and E3 and I feel I have enough. To make a major announcement today Tanaka, Tokyo Game Show and E3 and I feel I have enough. MOSOU for FFXI, but, especially, is so FFXIV simultaneous world launch, when the foreign media in one place , and is only two events. The MOSOU FFXI, but, especially, the FFXIV simultaneous launch is a world, that when the foreign media in one place, you have only two events. The timing also wanted to say that by now (laughs). The timing also wanted to say that by now (laughs).
- FFXIII's graphics, and you feel in comparison. - FFXIII's graphics, and you feel in comparison. That's the same engine? It is the same engine?
Tanaka MMO, so I think it's FFXIII for the number of very different compared with 1 per-dense body and the FFXIII should have a min. Tanaka MMO, so I think it's FFXIII for the number of very different compared with 1 per-dense body and the FFXIII should have a min. FFXIII's engine is the same as KURISUTARUTSURUZU state that currently has to customize each So, I think we have to get used to our own. FFXIII's engine is the same as KURISUTARUTSURUZU, customized so that each state now has, I think we have to get used to our own.
● view of the world? ● view of the world?
- The new world stage EORUZEA, view the world? - The new world stage EORUZEA, view the world?? VANA close to deal? VANA close the deal??
Kawamoto EORUZEA that is the name of the region, but the deal was VANA name of the whole world. Kawamoto EORUZEA that is the name of the region, but the deal was VANA name of the whole world. The name of the whole world is set to HAIDERIN named. The name of the whole world is set to name HAIDERIN. The world is watching, and FFXI is a different world view. As FFXI's world view and world view is different. FFXIII, the other in the offline game like SF you will like the atmosphere, we are aiming for is a better road in that fantasy is the same, FFXI , and I think we can offer a different fantasy. FFXIII games offline, the other like some of the SF-like atmosphere, we are aiming for is a better road in that fantasy is the same, FFXI, and provide different forms of fantasy I think we can.
- I was out like a small flying ship air. - I was out like a small flying ship air.
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look. In this sense, is a different world view. In that sense, is a different world view.
- The size of the field would be level. - The size of the field would be level.
Tanaka announced it will follow later (laughs). Tanaka announced it will follow later (laughs).
- The world of FFXI, and we do not alter. - The world of FFXI, and we do not alter.
I Kawamoto vary greatly. I Kawamoto vary greatly. But that's for sure. That much is certain.
- Or to put in the sea, for example, I can fly freely in the sky? - Or to put in the sea, for example, I can fly freely in the sky?
Tanaka believes that a lot, so there may be also be a dead issue, Please wait until the next release. Tanaka believes that a lot, so there may be also be a dead issue, Please wait until the next release.
- He would like the production and synthesis. - He would like the production and synthesis.
Hey there I also Tanaka (laughs). Hey there I also Tanaka (laughs).
- Jobs, the tribe is going on? - Jobs, the tribe is going on?
Tanaka's concept to the FFXI community's attempt FFXIV from the point where, in common with ethnic avatars as alter ego of the player tries. Tanaka's concept to the FFXI community's attempt FFXIV from the point where, in common with ethnic avatars as alter ego of the player tries. In this world view (the name) may not be GARUKA. In view of the world (the name) may not be GARUKA. So, how to call it looks like the same tribe that is different. So, how to call it looks like the same tribe that is different.
- That appeared to correspond to the tribe and MISURA TARUTARU? - That appeared to correspond to the tribe and MISURA TARUTARU?
Tanaka Yes. Tanaka Yes. FFXI debuted with the five tribes are different names and features. FFXI debuted in the five tribes are different names and features.
- The number of tribes is different? - The number of tribes is different?
It is still Kawamoto. It is still Kawamoto.
- (Laughs). - (Laughs)... I think that is getting more realistic characters and OBOSHIKI TARUTARU images are published. I feel like is getting more realistic characters and OBOSHIKI TARUTARU video has been published.
It's just that it was in the world in pursuit of Kawamoto Kono. It's just that it was in the world in pursuit of Kawamoto Kono. What good would happen when the character of the wind was TARUTARU world? What happens to the good character of the wind TARUTARU when the world was this? I believe that. I believe that.
The two characters and OBOSHIKI Gull ... Tanaka. The two characters and OBOSHIKI Gull ... Tanaka.
Hana Kawamoto most of the match - or arrays. Hana Kawamoto most of the match - or arrays.
Tanaka proportions for each tribe is quite a lot of it has changed. Tanaka proportions for each tribe is quite a lot of it has changed.
- FFXI's original storyline was to develop a stand-alone. - FFXI's original storyline was to develop a stand-alone. FFXIV for what's new initiative? The new initiative, FFXIV what?
Kawamoto, stand-alone and is good at the Square Enix, for its part in the forward direction would be enhanced. Kawamoto, stand-alone and is good at the Square Enix, for its part in the forward direction would be enhanced. And not one muscle, the story is provided by various people about it so I can have fun trick I do not. And, instead of a muscle that is provided by the various stories about where we are and I think it is interesting gimmick.
- There's a cutscene? - There's a cutscene?
Kawamoto, FFXI, it will be available than in rich. Kawamoto, FFXI, it will be available than in rich.
- Scene of the conversation is in full voice? - Scene of the conversation is in full voice?
Kawamoto not reply? Kawamoto not reply? (Laughs) (Laughs)
Tanaka, now, to enjoy, all that (laughs). Tanaka, now, to enjoy, all that (laughs).
- (Laughs.). - (Laughs.). And I heard about the story, it also comes in a variety of visual keywords. And talk about the story, it also comes in a variety of visual keywords.
仕込N may have a lot of staff ticker Tanaka (laughs).仕込N may have a lot of staff ticker Tanaka (laughs).
- Common themes in the story and crystal? - Common themes in the story and crystal?
Kawamoto, and FFXI is different but of course, are of course covered. Kawamoto, and FFXI is different but of course, are of course covered.
- For music, please tell us about the support of the appointment of Mr. Uematsu and surround sound. - For music, please tell us about the support of the appointment of Mr. Uematsu and surround sound.
Tanaka's original FF, and speaking of music, we think of Mr. Uematsu, I went to talk to the first Mr. Uematsu. Tanaka's original FF, and speaking of music, we think of Mr. Uematsu, I went to talk to the first Mr. Uematsu. All busy and I do not do it, "How?" I asked, that will do all and (laughs). We are all busy and do not do it, "How?" I asked, is everything to me (laughs).
- That the track? - That the track?
Tanaka has chosen to do track. Tanaka has chosen to do track.
- Oh. - Oh.
Tanaka for the 5.1 surround but are based on the idea that the surround format, so even if it's tight delivery online, looking for something light and space. Tanaka for the 5.1 surround but are based on the idea that the surround format, so even if it's tight delivery online, looking for something light and space.
● job? ● job?
- Please tell me about the job. - Please tell me about the job.
Kawamoto is a job for us as the concept of FFXI's job is to continue to have, and I want to expand. Kawamoto is a job for us as the concept of FFXI's job is to continue to have, and I want to expand. However, we thank you JOBUSHISUTEMU is considered to be very different. However, we thank you JOBUSHISUTEMU is considered to be very different. The key think that it is weapons. The key idea is that it is weapons. Change the way the main fighting weapons. How to change your main weapon in the fight. However, the job was different, we will be expanding the JOBUSHISUTEMU. However, different jobs, we will be expanding the JOBUSHISUTEMU.
- FF, that's not what the specific job series? - FF, that's not what the specific job series?
Kawamoto is the same that I have. Kawamoto is the same that I have.
- That there is no senior position? - That there is no senior position?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look.
After Tanaka and Q & A session to provide an answer, I had no questions from anyone, was at a level I have experienced. After Tanaka and Q & A session to provide an answer, I had no questions from anyone, was at a level I have experienced.
- More. - More. Skills such as system? Skills such as system?
Tanaka, FFXI, and is preparing for another system. Tanaka, FFXI, and is preparing for another system.
- Job, including levels, the new system? - Job, including levels, the new system?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look.
- Could you tell me more? - Could you tell me more?
In that job to take over the concept of this Kawamoto, similar to the past. In that job to take over the concept of this Kawamoto, similar to the past. And playing with a lot of change, and that When you grow, and now I have raised me better. Switch to play a lot, and that When you grow, and now I have raised me better. If we believe this way. If we believe this way.遠MAWASHI but a pretty good way (laughs). Far MAWASHI but a pretty good way (laughs).
- What is it that other MMO-like skills of the title? - What is it that other MMO-like skills of the title?
Skills or to introduce a full Kawamoto? Skills or to introduce a full Kawamoto? Including a system would be in the form of new growth at all. Including a system would be in the form of new growth at all.
● game system? ● game system?
－－ジョブシステムが大きく変わるとのことでしたが、ゲームシステムについては？ - A change that could significantly JOBUSHISUTEMU, game system?
Kawamoto, FFXI, the game system and is thought to be different. Kawamoto, FFXI, the game system and is thought to be different. Rather, I tend to think that the recent emphasis on real-time system, because the different actions and to represent it at all , no action is. Rather, I tend to think that the recent emphasis on real-time system, so it is not at all represent the different actions and it is no action. However, the fear they could not enjoy a long battle to get more . However, there is a fear they could not enjoy a long battle to get more. For so it is good idea. I think there is about it. This is for beginners and want to have to worry about that kind of thing, and I can also do込MITAI people. For beginners and I want to be able to think about that kind of thing, and I can also do new MITAI people. FFXI, but not in the action, even when I was considering the timing or manner of positions. FFXI is not the action, but also, when I was considering the timing or manner of positions. Such a direction, and I think IKERE no increase in levels of difficulty. Such a direction, and I think IKERE no increase in levels of difficulty. It is not no action. Action is not never.
- ZUBARI Uri, XIV, and the elements do you think? - XIV, ZUBARI the elements of Uri and I think that is?
Keywords Kawamoto's growth and we discussed in the Q & A session, I think Uri is how to grow. Keywords Kawamoto's growth and we discussed in the Q & A session, I think Uri is how to grow.'ll See how to grow in order to grow. Let it grow and how to grow. FFXI's that old, just to level up to beat the enemy, for the beginners how difficult it is. FFXI's old, that just beat the enemies to level up the way for the beginner it is hard. Naturally as possible, the Quest offers a variety of guests from our side has not done online, it worked something that we can get it to grow. Naturally as possible, the Quest offers a variety of information from the user's online games have never done, something that we can get growth in that it worked. Of course, the FF cut scenes and events appear, but I have a story, a quest to prepare and get along with someone else with it. Of course, the FF cut scenes and events appear, but I have a story, by a quest, and other people get so excited. I want to offer and enjoy all the growth. I want to offer and enjoy all the growth.
- XI, in the image, which was introduced recently as FIRUDOOBUVARA? - XI, in the image, which was introduced recently as FIRUDOOBUVARA?
Kawamoto image would not wrong. Kawamoto image would not wrong. We can not put it more widely, "I can", "Tomorrow there will be" like that, "tomorrow I can do" system is fun I want to. We can not put it more widely, "I can", "Tomorrow there will be" like that, "I can do tomorrow" I would like to enjoy it to the system.
- The one, multiplayer, and quickly, in a long time is that for? SOROPUREI are aware of this? - The one, multiplayer, and quickly, in a long time is that for? SOROPUREI are aware of this?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look. Aware that there is no question. Aware that there is no question. But it is not that what we once made to play a solo, is best told in the earlier growth, and meet people, nature, and to触RE合ERU,出会ENAKATTARA fine solo, and what they feel. However, it is not what it once it is made to play solo, I love the most in the earlier growth, and meet people, nature, and to touch if RE ERU, fine solo encounter ENAKATTARA, what they feel. You name It is for hospitality. It is welcoming to everyone. "What can I do today?" I would also like思WANAKU. "What can I do today?" I would also like I think WANAKU.
After Tanaka PATIPUREI is, to attack people, the recovery is so strange that people are increasingly aware about the proper roles. After Tanaka PATIPUREI is, to attack people, the recovery is so strange that people are increasingly aware about the proper roles.
- I still enjoy the PATIPUREI. - I still enjoy the PATIPUREI.
I think it is the best MMO Tanaka. I think it is the best MMO Tanaka.
Some of the guests want to enjoy the light Kawamoto, today there are some good people and I think so far, I think some people want more. Some of the guests want to enjoy the light Kawamoto, today there are some good people and I think so far, I think some people want more. And want to form to meet the needs of those we are. And want to shape it to meet the needs is expected.
Asking Trailers ● ● asking Trailers
- The trailer had a flying object? - The trailer had a flying object?
For each set of fine Kawamoto Sono is not talking yet, so ... we watched the video, like that scene, but there are also elements, so I can not say anything before, so we would watch many times. For each set of fine Kawamoto Sono is not talking yet, so ... we watched the video, like that scene, but there are also elements, so I can not say anything before, so we would watch many times.
The artwork is considered a designer Tanaka,目指SOU and high fantasy. The artwork is considered a designer Tanaka,目指SOU and high fantasy. In medieval times, and I would feel. In medieval times, and I would feel.
- I was a huge picture of the organisms in the water? - I was a huge picture of the organisms in the water? And what Leviathan. I and Leviathan.
Kawamoto (laughs). Kawamoto (laughs). The key there is that I have, and now I can not answer yet. The important thing is that I exist, and now I can not answer yet.
- There were some scenes I put up a barrier that魔道certified. - There were some scenes I put up a barrier that魔道certified.
I have also produced a cut scene Kawamoto, and some cut scenes have been captured as a symbol of the battle. I have also produced a cut scene Kawamoto, and some cut scenes have been captured as a symbol of the battle. This is a movie that way. I like that type of movie.
- Finally we have some Chocobo. - Finally we have some Chocobo.
Kawamoto at SCEA has announced when the first Chocobo,沸KIMASHITA than I expected. Kawamoto at SCEA has announced when the first Chocobo, boiling KIMASHITA than I expected. "What's really the FF" What is it, and I guess they know everything. "What's really the FF" What is it, and I guess they know everything. Because it exists, and as FFXI Chocobo's different because it is unable, we are just as worried about. Because the present case, as Chocobo FFXI is different and so are unable to say, we are just as worried about.
- There was talk of fighting more than one pair, you get what? - There was talk of fighting more than one pair, you get what?
In a multiple Kawamoto into whether it is time to eliminate an opponent's body. In a multiple Kawamoto into whether it is time to eliminate an opponent's body. The idea of fighting in that sense I'm KEDOMO What do you defeat the enemy general, or not act in a party. Consider a large-scale combat in that sense I'm KEDOMO What do you defeat the enemy general, or not act in a party. I can think of would be consistent in that kind of thing. I can think of would be consistent in that kind of thing.
- Working together to attack the enemy? - Working together to attack the enemy?
Donations are now Kawamoto imagination. Donations are now Kawamoto imagination.
- (Laughs). - (Laughs). I do not even hint about the combat system. I do not even hint about the combat system.
Mashi Tei just so ready to say her Tanaka, a little longer, please. Mashi Tei just so ready to say her Tanaka, a little longer, please. And say it in a state of limbo, after "changed" and it could mean. They would say in a state of limbo, after "changed" and it could mean.
- To complete what it has not yet been decided. - To complete what it has not yet been decided.
Tanaka Yes. Tanaka Yes. And actually built into the combat system, I will be a dead issue if they upset the balance significantly. Also embedded in the actual combat system, I will be a dead issue if they upset the balance significantly.
- Non-cooperation relationship between the players would you? - Non-cooperation relationship between the players would you? For example, PK (Player Kill: killing the other player characters) to incorporate the most? For example, PK (Player Kill: killing the other player characters) to incorporate the most?
Kawamoto and is not to PK, PvP (personam) and not an element of something we, and we are. Kawamoto and is not to PK, PvP (personam) and not an element of something we, and we are. The party that we feel浮KABIMASU cooperation, we believe we not only help them. In addition, the parties feel it is floating KABIMASU cooperation, we believe that we not only cooperate. We are seeking a new form of cooperation there. We are seeking a new form of cooperation there.
Tanaka, PK and KS (kill steal: to take away with murder) is about the same stance in FFXI,臨MIMASU. Tanaka, PK and KS (kill steal: to take away with murder) is about the same stance in FFXI,臨MIMASU.
● point was that I? ● point was that I?
- In addition to the avatar of FFXI, and is not relevant? - In addition to the avatar of FFXI, and is not relevant?
Tanaka Basically I think I would have chosen. Tanaka Basically I think I would have chosen. But now, FFXI, who have chosen to play the future because I think there's FFXIV in that when you move to離RETAKUNAI with friends, a good name引KI継GERU is to ensure that they are considering. But now, FFXI, who have chosen to play the future because I think there's FFXIV in that when you move in with friends detachment RETAKUNAI to discount KI T GERU well as the name is not considered.
Kawamoto us as a people, in a separate community but now, taking over the community, I think that in most nuclei. Kawamoto us as a people, in a separate community but now, taking over the community, I think that in most nuclei. To take over the data but I do not think anything we can both go to nature as possible. To take over the data but I do not think anything we can both go to nature as possible.
For example, Tanaka FFXIV from a friend are playing FFXI, or call a friend, or at play. For example, Tanaka FFXIV from a friend are playing FFXI, or call a friend, or at play. MOARI and is reverse. The reverse is MOARI.
- Friends list and for taking over the shell and link? - Friends list and for taking over the shell and link?
Kawamoto for those looking at now is trying to assist you. Kawamoto for those looking at now is trying to assist you.
- When the service formally charged? - When the service formally charged?
Tanaka, FFXI's monthly billing system, but this time with no PlayOnline, Square Enix ID-based system we used. Tanaka, FFXI's monthly billing system, but this time with no PlayOnline, Square Enix ID-based system we used. Square Enix's ID system it is charged every 30 days. Square Enix's ID system it is charged every 30 days. Now these charges Anniversary is mainstream, this is considered such a form. Anniversary charges for these now is the mainstream, this is considered such a form.
- Items such as billing? - Items such as billing?
Tanaka, I do not think so. Tanaka, I do not think so.
If you can convince her to name Kawamoto, but just in general are not considered. If you can convince her to name Kawamoto, but just in general are not considered.
- PC and compatible version of OS? - PC and compatible version of OS?
Tanaka, when the beta test which I would like to identify the OS and what is mainstream. Tanaka, when the beta test which I would like to identify the OS and what is mainstream.
- The average game for the PC if you play? - The average game for the PC if you play?
Tanaka, FFXI, this may be considerably higher than the specification. Tanaka, FFXI, this may be considerably higher than the specification. 『FFXI』のときも、MMOなので5年後を見据えて考えていました。 If neither of the FFXI, MMO, so we are looking for five years. 今回も5年後に標準となるようなスペックのものを最高レベルに設定しようかなと思っています。 5 This time we do something to set the highest standards and specifications such
FFXIV
2009 June 3, 2007 (local time) on the Final Fantasy XIV's Q & A session. 2009 June 3, 2007 (local time) on the Final Fantasy XIV's Q & A session. This session was attended by the large media around the world, the opportunity for individual interviews to media on the same day Japan obtained. This session was attended by the large media around the world, had a chance to interview the individual for Japan on the same media. To respond to two of his interview with Mr. Kawamoto Nobuaki Tanaka Hiromiti. Corresponding to two of his interview with Mr. Kawamoto Nobuaki Tanaka Hiromiti. Q & A session was a deep interview and could not hear what. Q & A session was a deep interview and could not hear what. I want to read on slowly. I want to read on slowly.
● translation ● Translation of today's announcement today
- The first next-generation MMORPG, but there was a different story, or why the numbering of the title? - The first next-generation MMORPG, but there was a different story, or why the numbering of the title? Please tell us around. Please tell us around.
Tanaka and four are from a project about a year before, since the XIV, the story is to make as I was. Tanaka and four are from a project about a year before, since the XIV, the story is to make as I was. Well, maybe at that time, separate from us, away from XIV also can be made. But maybe at that time, separate from us, away from XIV also can be made. XV, then, I might have become. Then, XV, I might have become. XI from the first time made the FF series, a subtitle Since MMO play "online" Let's put it as orthodox, as a series of rules decided. The first XI, when made, the FF series, a subtitle Since MMO play "online" Let's put it as orthodox and decided a series of rules. FF because of this track and do it in a numbering as it was. FF of the main path of doing so again as it was in the numbering. In the process of making, if only I had no place in DEKI numbering, I was also told that to give up, we made the best (laughs ). In the process of making, if only I had no place in DEKI numbering, I was also told that to give up, we made the best (laughs).
- Why this announced at E3 it? - Why this announced at E3 it?
To make a major announcement today Tanaka, Tokyo Game Show and E3 and I feel I have enough. To make a major announcement today Tanaka, Tokyo Game Show and E3 and I feel I have enough. MOSOU for FFXI, but, especially, is so FFXIV simultaneous world launch, when the foreign media in one place , and is only two events. The MOSOU FFXI, but, especially, the FFXIV simultaneous launch is a world, that when the foreign media in one place, you have only two events. The timing also wanted to say that by now (laughs). The timing also wanted to say that by now (laughs).
- FFXIII's graphics, and you feel in comparison. - FFXIII's graphics, and you feel in comparison. That's the same engine? It is the same engine?
Tanaka MMO, so I think it's FFXIII for the number of very different compared with 1 per-dense body and the FFXIII should have a min. Tanaka MMO, so I think it's FFXIII for the number of very different compared with 1 per-dense body and the FFXIII should have a min. FFXIII's engine is the same as KURISUTARUTSURUZU state that currently has to customize each So, I think we have to get used to our own. FFXIII's engine is the same as KURISUTARUTSURUZU, customized so that each state now has, I think we have to get used to our own.
● view of the world? ● view of the world?
- The new world stage EORUZEA, view the world? - The new world stage EORUZEA, view the world?? VANA close to deal? VANA close the deal??
Kawamoto EORUZEA that is the name of the region, but the deal was VANA name of the whole world. Kawamoto EORUZEA that is the name of the region, but the deal was VANA name of the whole world. The name of the whole world is set to HAIDERIN named. The name of the whole world is set to name HAIDERIN. The world is watching, and FFXI is a different world view. As FFXI's world view and world view is different. FFXIII, the other in the offline game like SF you will like the atmosphere, we are aiming for is a better road in that fantasy is the same, FFXI , and I think we can offer a different fantasy. FFXIII games offline, the other like some of the SF-like atmosphere, we are aiming for is a better road in that fantasy is the same, FFXI, and provide different forms of fantasy I think we can.
- I was out like a small flying ship air. - I was out like a small flying ship air.
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look. In this sense, is a different world view. In that sense, is a different world view.
- The size of the field would be level. - The size of the field would be level.
Tanaka announced it will follow later (laughs). Tanaka announced it will follow later (laughs).
- The world of FFXI, and we do not alter. - The world of FFXI, and we do not alter.
I Kawamoto vary greatly. I Kawamoto vary greatly. But that's for sure. That much is certain.
- Or to put in the sea, for example, I can fly freely in the sky? - Or to put in the sea, for example, I can fly freely in the sky?
Tanaka believes that a lot, so there may be also be a dead issue, Please wait until the next release. Tanaka believes that a lot, so there may be also be a dead issue, Please wait until the next release.
- He would like the production and synthesis. - He would like the production and synthesis.
Hey there I also Tanaka (laughs). Hey there I also Tanaka (laughs).
- Jobs, the tribe is going on? - Jobs, the tribe is going on?
Tanaka's concept to the FFXI community's attempt FFXIV from the point where, in common with ethnic avatars as alter ego of the player tries. Tanaka's concept to the FFXI community's attempt FFXIV from the point where, in common with ethnic avatars as alter ego of the player tries. In this world view (the name) may not be GARUKA. In view of the world (the name) may not be GARUKA. So, how to call it looks like the same tribe that is different. So, how to call it looks like the same tribe that is different.
- That appeared to correspond to the tribe and MISURA TARUTARU? - That appeared to correspond to the tribe and MISURA TARUTARU?
Tanaka Yes. Tanaka Yes. FFXI debuted with the five tribes are different names and features. FFXI debuted in the five tribes are different names and features.
- The number of tribes is different? - The number of tribes is different?
It is still Kawamoto. It is still Kawamoto.
- (Laughs). - (Laughs)... I think that is getting more realistic characters and OBOSHIKI TARUTARU images are published. I feel like is getting more realistic characters and OBOSHIKI TARUTARU video has been published.
It's just that it was in the world in pursuit of Kawamoto Kono. It's just that it was in the world in pursuit of Kawamoto Kono. What good would happen when the character of the wind was TARUTARU world? What happens to the good character of the wind TARUTARU when the world was this? I believe that. I believe that.
The two characters and OBOSHIKI Gull ... Tanaka. The two characters and OBOSHIKI Gull ... Tanaka.
Hana Kawamoto most of the match - or arrays. Hana Kawamoto most of the match - or arrays.
Tanaka proportions for each tribe is quite a lot of it has changed. Tanaka proportions for each tribe is quite a lot of it has changed.
- FFXI's original storyline was to develop a stand-alone. - FFXI's original storyline was to develop a stand-alone. FFXIV for what's new initiative? The new initiative, FFXIV what?
Kawamoto, stand-alone and is good at the Square Enix, for its part in the forward direction would be enhanced. Kawamoto, stand-alone and is good at the Square Enix, for its part in the forward direction would be enhanced. And not one muscle, the story is provided by various people about it so I can have fun trick I do not. And, instead of a muscle that is provided by the various stories about where we are and I think it is interesting gimmick.
- There's a cutscene? - There's a cutscene?
Kawamoto, FFXI, it will be available than in rich. Kawamoto, FFXI, it will be available than in rich.
- Scene of the conversation is in full voice? - Scene of the conversation is in full voice?
Kawamoto not reply? Kawamoto not reply? (Laughs) (Laughs)
Tanaka, now, to enjoy, all that (laughs). Tanaka, now, to enjoy, all that (laughs).
- (Laughs.). - (Laughs.). And I heard about the story, it also comes in a variety of visual keywords. And talk about the story, it also comes in a variety of visual keywords.
仕込N may have a lot of staff ticker Tanaka (laughs).仕込N may have a lot of staff ticker Tanaka (laughs).
- Common themes in the story and crystal? - Common themes in the story and crystal?
Kawamoto, and FFXI is different but of course, are of course covered. Kawamoto, and FFXI is different but of course, are of course covered.
- For music, please tell us about the support of the appointment of Mr. Uematsu and surround sound. - For music, please tell us about the support of the appointment of Mr. Uematsu and surround sound.
Tanaka's original FF, and speaking of music, we think of Mr. Uematsu, I went to talk to the first Mr. Uematsu. Tanaka's original FF, and speaking of music, we think of Mr. Uematsu, I went to talk to the first Mr. Uematsu. All busy and I do not do it, "How?" I asked, that will do all and (laughs). We are all busy and do not do it, "How?" I asked, is everything to me (laughs).
- That the track? - That the track?
Tanaka has chosen to do track. Tanaka has chosen to do track.
- Oh. - Oh.
Tanaka for the 5.1 surround but are based on the idea that the surround format, so even if it's tight delivery online, looking for something light and space. Tanaka for the 5.1 surround but are based on the idea that the surround format, so even if it's tight delivery online, looking for something light and space.
● job? ● job?
- Please tell me about the job. - Please tell me about the job.
Kawamoto is a job for us as the concept of FFXI's job is to continue to have, and I want to expand. Kawamoto is a job for us as the concept of FFXI's job is to continue to have, and I want to expand. However, we thank you JOBUSHISUTEMU is considered to be very different. However, we thank you JOBUSHISUTEMU is considered to be very different. The key think that it is weapons. The key idea is that it is weapons. Change the way the main fighting weapons. How to change your main weapon in the fight. However, the job was different, we will be expanding the JOBUSHISUTEMU. However, different jobs, we will be expanding the JOBUSHISUTEMU.
- FF, that's not what the specific job series? - FF, that's not what the specific job series?
Kawamoto is the same that I have. Kawamoto is the same that I have.
- That there is no senior position? - That there is no senior position?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look.
After Tanaka and Q & A session to provide an answer, I had no questions from anyone, was at a level I have experienced. After Tanaka and Q & A session to provide an answer, I had no questions from anyone, was at a level I have experienced.
- More. - More. Skills such as system? Skills such as system?
Tanaka, FFXI, and is preparing for another system. Tanaka, FFXI, and is preparing for another system.
- Job, including levels, the new system? - Job, including levels, the new system?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look.
- Could you tell me more? - Could you tell me more?
In that job to take over the concept of this Kawamoto, similar to the past. In that job to take over the concept of this Kawamoto, similar to the past. And playing with a lot of change, and that When you grow, and now I have raised me better. Switch to play a lot, and that When you grow, and now I have raised me better. If we believe this way. If we believe this way.遠MAWASHI but a pretty good way (laughs). Far MAWASHI but a pretty good way (laughs).
- What is it that other MMO-like skills of the title? - What is it that other MMO-like skills of the title?
Skills or to introduce a full Kawamoto? Skills or to introduce a full Kawamoto? Including a system would be in the form of new growth at all. Including a system would be in the form of new growth at all.
● game system? ● game system?
－－ジョブシステムが大きく変わるとのことでしたが、ゲームシステムについては？ - A change that could significantly JOBUSHISUTEMU, game system?
Kawamoto, FFXI, the game system and is thought to be different. Kawamoto, FFXI, the game system and is thought to be different. Rather, I tend to think that the recent emphasis on real-time system, because the different actions and to represent it at all , no action is. Rather, I tend to think that the recent emphasis on real-time system, so it is not at all represent the different actions and it is no action. However, the fear they could not enjoy a long battle to get more . However, there is a fear they could not enjoy a long battle to get more. For so it is good idea. I think there is about it. This is for beginners and want to have to worry about that kind of thing, and I can also do込MITAI people. For beginners and I want to be able to think about that kind of thing, and I can also do new MITAI people. FFXI, but not in the action, even when I was considering the timing or manner of positions. FFXI is not the action, but also, when I was considering the timing or manner of positions. Such a direction, and I think IKERE no increase in levels of difficulty. Such a direction, and I think IKERE no increase in levels of difficulty. It is not no action. Action is not never.
- ZUBARI Uri, XIV, and the elements do you think? - XIV, ZUBARI the elements of Uri and I think that is?
Keywords Kawamoto's growth and we discussed in the Q & A session, I think Uri is how to grow. Keywords Kawamoto's growth and we discussed in the Q & A session, I think Uri is how to grow.'ll See how to grow in order to grow. Let it grow and how to grow. FFXI's that old, just to level up to beat the enemy, for the beginners how difficult it is. FFXI's old, that just beat the enemies to level up the way for the beginner it is hard. Naturally as possible, the Quest offers a variety of guests from our side has not done online, it worked something that we can get it to grow. Naturally as possible, the Quest offers a variety of information from the user's online games have never done, something that we can get growth in that it worked. Of course, the FF cut scenes and events appear, but I have a story, a quest to prepare and get along with someone else with it. Of course, the FF cut scenes and events appear, but I have a story, by a quest, and other people get so excited. I want to offer and enjoy all the growth. I want to offer and enjoy all the growth.
- XI, in the image, which was introduced recently as FIRUDOOBUVARA? - XI, in the image, which was introduced recently as FIRUDOOBUVARA?
Kawamoto image would not wrong. Kawamoto image would not wrong. We can not put it more widely, "I can", "Tomorrow there will be" like that, "tomorrow I can do" system is fun I want to. We can not put it more widely, "I can", "Tomorrow there will be" like that, "I can do tomorrow" I would like to enjoy it to the system.
- The one, multiplayer, and quickly, in a long time is that for? SOROPUREI are aware of this? - The one, multiplayer, and quickly, in a long time is that for? SOROPUREI are aware of this?
Kawamoto look. Kawamoto look. Aware that there is no question. Aware that there is no question. But it is not that what we once made to play a solo, is best told in the earlier growth, and meet people, nature, and to触RE合ERU,出会ENAKATTARA fine solo, and what they feel. However, it is not what it once it is made to play solo, I love the most in the earlier growth, and meet people, nature, and to touch if RE ERU, fine solo encounter ENAKATTARA, what they feel. You name It is for hospitality. It is welcoming to everyone. "What can I do today?" I would also like思WANAKU. "What can I do today?" I would also like I think WANAKU.
After Tanaka PATIPUREI is, to attack people, the recovery is so strange that people are increasingly aware about the proper roles. After Tanaka PATIPUREI is, to attack people, the recovery is so strange that people are increasingly aware about the proper roles.
- I still enjoy the PATIPUREI. - I still enjoy the PATIPUREI.
I think it is the best MMO Tanaka. I think it is the best MMO Tanaka.
Some of the guests want to enjoy the light Kawamoto, today there are some good people and I think so far, I think some people want more. Some of the guests want to enjoy the light Kawamoto, today there are some good people and I think so far, I think some people want more. And want to form to meet the needs of those we are. And want to shape it to meet the needs is expected.
Asking Trailers ● ● asking Trailers
- The trailer had a flying object? - The trailer had a flying object?
For each set of fine Kawamoto Sono is not talking yet, so ... we watched the video, like that scene, but there are also elements, so I can not say anything before, so we would watch many times. For each set of fine Kawamoto Sono is not talking yet, so ... we watched the video, like that scene, but there are also elements, so I can not say anything before, so we would watch many times.
The artwork is considered a designer Tanaka,目指SOU and high fantasy. The artwork is considered a designer Tanaka,目指SOU and high fantasy. In medieval times, and I would feel. In medieval times, and I would feel.
- I was a huge picture of the organisms in the water? - I was a huge picture of the organisms in the water? And what Leviathan. I and Leviathan.
Kawamoto (laughs). Kawamoto (laughs). The key there is that I have, and now I can not answer yet. The important thing is that I exist, and now I can not answer yet.
- There were some scenes I put up a barrier that魔道certified. - There were some scenes I put up a barrier that魔道certified.
I have also produced a cut scene Kawamoto, and some cut scenes have been captured as a symbol of the battle. I have also produced a cut scene Kawamoto, and some cut scenes have been captured as a symbol of the battle. This is a movie that way. I like that type of movie.
- Finally we have some Chocobo. - Finally we have some Chocobo.
Kawamoto at SCEA has announced when the first Chocobo,沸KIMASHITA than I expected. Kawamoto at SCEA has announced when the first Chocobo, boiling KIMASHITA than I expected. "What's really the FF" What is it, and I guess they know everything. "What's really the FF" What is it, and I guess they know everything. Because it exists, and as FFXI Chocobo's different because it is unable, we are just as worried about. Because the present case, as Chocobo FFXI is different and so are unable to say, we are just as worried about.
- There was talk of fighting more than one pair, you get what? - There was talk of fighting more than one pair, you get what?
In a multiple Kawamoto into whether it is time to eliminate an opponent's body. In a multiple Kawamoto into whether it is time to eliminate an opponent's body. The idea of fighting in that sense I'm KEDOMO What do you defeat the enemy general, or not act in a party. Consider a large-scale combat in that sense I'm KEDOMO What do you defeat the enemy general, or not act in a party. I can think of would be consistent in that kind of thing. I can think of would be consistent in that kind of thing.
- Working together to attack the enemy? - Working together to attack the enemy?
Donations are now Kawamoto imagination. Donations are now Kawamoto imagination.
- (Laughs). - (Laughs). I do not even hint about the combat system. I do not even hint about the combat system.
Mashi Tei just so ready to say her Tanaka, a little longer, please. Mashi Tei just so ready to say her Tanaka, a little longer, please. And say it in a state of limbo, after "changed" and it could mean. They would say in a state of limbo, after "changed" and it could mean.
- To complete what it has not yet been decided. - To complete what it has not yet been decided.
Tanaka Yes. Tanaka Yes. And actually built into the combat system, I will be a dead issue if they upset the balance significantly. Also embedded in the actual combat system, I will be a dead issue if they upset the balance significantly.
- Non-cooperation relationship between the players would you? - Non-cooperation relationship between the players would you? For example, PK (Player Kill: killing the other player characters) to incorporate the most? For example, PK (Player Kill: killing the other player characters) to incorporate the most?
Kawamoto and is not to PK, PvP (personam) and not an element of something we, and we are. Kawamoto and is not to PK, PvP (personam) and not an element of something we, and we are. The party that we feel浮KABIMASU cooperation, we believe we not only help them. In addition, the parties feel it is floating KABIMASU cooperation, we believe that we not only cooperate. We are seeking a new form of cooperation there. We are seeking a new form of cooperation there.
Tanaka, PK and KS (kill steal: to take away with murder) is about the same stance in FFXI,臨MIMASU. Tanaka, PK and KS (kill steal: to take away with murder) is about the same stance in FFXI,臨MIMASU.
● point was that I? ● point was that I?
- In addition to the avatar of FFXI, and is not relevant? - In addition to the avatar of FFXI, and is not relevant?
Tanaka Basically I think I would have chosen. Tanaka Basically I think I would have chosen. But now, FFXI, who have chosen to play the future because I think there's FFXIV in that when you move to離RETAKUNAI with friends, a good name引KI継GERU is to ensure that they are considering. But now, FFXI, who have chosen to play the future because I think there's FFXIV in that when you move in with friends detachment RETAKUNAI to discount KI T GERU well as the name is not considered.
Kawamoto us as a people, in a separate community but now, taking over the community, I think that in most nuclei. Kawamoto us as a people, in a separate community but now, taking over the community, I think that in most nuclei. To take over the data but I do not think anything we can both go to nature as possible. To take over the data but I do not think anything we can both go to nature as possible.
For example, Tanaka FFXIV from a friend are playing FFXI, or call a friend, or at play. For example, Tanaka FFXIV from a friend are playing FFXI, or call a friend, or at play. MOARI and is reverse. The reverse is MOARI.
- Friends list and for taking over the shell and link? - Friends list and for taking over the shell and link?
Kawamoto for those looking at now is trying to assist you. Kawamoto for those looking at now is trying to assist you.
- When the service formally charged? - When the service formally charged?
Tanaka, FFXI's monthly billing system, but this time with no PlayOnline, Square Enix ID-based system we used. Tanaka, FFXI's monthly billing system, but this time with no PlayOnline, Square Enix ID-based system we used. Square Enix's ID system it is charged every 30 days. Square Enix's ID system it is charged every 30 days. Now these charges Anniversary is mainstream, this is considered such a form. Anniversary charges for these now is the mainstream, this is considered such a form.
- Items such as billing? - Items such as billing?
Tanaka, I do not think so. Tanaka, I do not think so.
If you can convince her to name Kawamoto, but just in general are not considered. If you can convince her to name Kawamoto, but just in general are not considered.
- PC and compatible version of OS? - PC and compatible version of OS?
Tanaka, when the beta test which I would like to identify the OS and what is mainstream. Tanaka, when the beta test which I would like to identify the OS and what is mainstream.
- The average game for the PC if you play? - The average game for the PC if you play?
Tanaka, FFXI, this may be considerably higher than the specification. Tanaka, FFXI, this may be considerably higher than the specification. 『FFXI』のときも、MMOなので5年後を見据えて考えていました。 If neither of the FFXI, MMO, so we are looking for five years. 今回も5年後に標準となるようなスペックのものを最高レベルに設定しようかなと思っています。 5 This time we do something to set the highest standards and specifications such
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Dengeki FFXI Team Speaks with Tanaka and Komoto
Friday's here, and like a flash of lighting, Dengeki magazine brings us an interview with Tanaka and Komoto, the dynamic duo behind Final Fantasy XIV! This interview was printed in the Final Fantasy XI section of the magazine by the Dengeki Lightning Brigade, a team of Final Fantasy XI players. From the looks of the interview, the Team shared the same time with the other Japanese media sites at E3, but being loyal fans of Final Fantasy XI, the Dengeki Team also made sure to sneak in some questions on how the new MMO will relate to and affect our beloved Vana'diel. A good read for any Final Fantasy XI fan.
After the Q&A, the Dengeki Team also takes a look at the beautiful concept illustration that I am sure is gracing many-a-desktop recently. Do their speculations match up with any of yours?
Discuss this in the ZAM FFXIV Forums!
Does the new land of Eorzea hold any connections or similarities to Vana'diel?
Tanaka reiterates that while Vana'diel was an fully developed world, Eorzea is simply a region within the world of Final Fantasy XIV. This will, however, be the main region in which players interact, so webmasters who snatched up an Eorzea based URL can breathe a sigh of relief. The world itself will be named ハイデリン (ha-i-de-ri-n), but we have yet to receive an official English spelling of the word. As for differences between the two worlds, Final Fantasy XIV will be a little more "high-tech" in line with the sci fi style of Final Fantasy XIII. However, they still wish to have the foundation of the game's setting based in traditional fantasy.
Are there any connections beyond the style of Avatars?
Tanaka states that players can go into Final Fantasy XIV expecting no significant similarities. However, they realize some comforts just cannot be abandoned so easily - like friends. Therefore, they are looking at ways to allow names to transfer as well as other methods to keep adventurers together. The main objective here is to make transferring to Final Fantasy XIV as comfortable as possible without providing the advantage of transferring completed characters. The ideal situation is one in which players can choose freely between playing in Vana'diel one day, and Eorzea the next. Tanaka envisioned a new door in one's Mog House that would act as a dimensional portal into Eorzea, allowing players in either game to quickly join their friends wherever they may be. Unfortunately, despite his best efforts, Tanaka was unable to bring this plan to fruition.
If there are no levels, how do characters advance?
Although Final Fantasy XIV will eschew the traditional leveling system in favor of something new, there will be parts of the Job System that make it over. Most importantly, they wish to retain the concept of being able to switch roles and work on one job one time and another job the next time. At this time, the developers are unable to give any specifics.
How will the payment plan look?
While Final Fantasy XI runs on a monthly plan through PlayOnline, Final Fantasy XIV will drop PlayOnline and utilize the recently established Square Enix IDs and Security Tokens. The monthly plan is also due for a change, and Tanaka says they are considering a more versatile plan, based on 30-day payment cycles. Some people have been confused by this, but all it involves is altering when a player's plan stops and starts. If you count by days instead of months, you have the freedom to stop and start more freely. This would allow billing to break free from the shackles of the monthly cycle and possibly really help out customers by helping them avoid paying for unused time and lessen the inconvenience of the regularly scheduled billing maintenance.
How is the announcement of Final Fantasy XIV affecting the current players?
Tanaka realizes that playing both XI and XIV could take up way too much time for the average player. Taking this into account, Final Fantasy XIV is designed to be much lighter on one's schedule and contain a wider variety of content so players can find the best way to enjoy the game for themselves. Final Fantasy XIV definitely will not be as rough on the player, and it is speculated that this will cause as eventual shift of users to the game.
Is this the untimely end of Final Fantasy XI?
Updates for Final Fantasy XI are planned out for the next year already, and there is no intention to stop after that. The development team has been divided between both games for some time now, so Tanaka says there is no reason to panic. There is still much more left that the team wants to do. Even within the next two Version Updates, the developers claim there is plenty of content in the works, and it will be tough to get it all in. Of course, this includes the next add-on scenario, "A Moogle Kupo d'Etat" - an addition that all players can look forward to!
When does the Beta start?!
According to the announcement, Final Fantasy XIV will go on sale and begin service sometime in 2010. Looking at how things will go forth, Tanaka confirms that a beta test beginning next year will be most likely, with the test leading into the public release of the game. However, the exact timing is still unknown.
A word for Final Fantasy XI players...
Tanaka states his admiration for the players helping Final Fantasy XI to continue all these past seven years and how they helped it mature into such a fantastic experience. While Final Fantasy XIV will take the series in a new direction, Tanaka sincerely looks forward to delivering something that all users can thoroughly enjoy, and hopes you look forward to its release.
Komoto also expresses his fascination at the amazing world that the users have built Final Fantasy XI into. Komoto hopes to continue to develop a place where users can meet each other, make lasting friendships, maintain sporting rivalries, and most importantly, enjoy the experience in any manner they wish. Final Fantasy XIV will be an MMO that provides such freedom, and introduce a new land in which players can accompany their friends and challenge their rivals.
Oh, boy! Speculation!
After the interview closed, the Dengeki Team decided to take their own crack at the concept art from the official Final Fantasy XIV site. Here is what they had to say:
The Crystal: The appearance of the Crystal is something common between XI and XIV, although the shape is noticeably different. Will they play a key role in XIV as well, perhaps used as weapons?
The Races: We can see what looks like a Taru behind a table. Is he taller than XI's Taru, or is he just standing on a chair? Will they be as well-versed in the magical arts?
The Armor: There is a blonde haired adventurer with his back to us, and he is wearing a hat that is similar to Black Mage Relic armor. Will there be job-specific equipment again? For that matter, will there be a Job System?
The Characters: Sitting at the far-right table, there seems to be a half-Hume, half-Elvaan character with a spear. Will XIV allow for more versatility in character creation?
After the Q&A, the Dengeki Team also takes a look at the beautiful concept illustration that I am sure is gracing many-a-desktop recently. Do their speculations match up with any of yours?
Discuss this in the ZAM FFXIV Forums!
Does the new land of Eorzea hold any connections or similarities to Vana'diel?
Tanaka reiterates that while Vana'diel was an fully developed world, Eorzea is simply a region within the world of Final Fantasy XIV. This will, however, be the main region in which players interact, so webmasters who snatched up an Eorzea based URL can breathe a sigh of relief. The world itself will be named ハイデリン (ha-i-de-ri-n), but we have yet to receive an official English spelling of the word. As for differences between the two worlds, Final Fantasy XIV will be a little more "high-tech" in line with the sci fi style of Final Fantasy XIII. However, they still wish to have the foundation of the game's setting based in traditional fantasy.
Are there any connections beyond the style of Avatars?
Tanaka states that players can go into Final Fantasy XIV expecting no significant similarities. However, they realize some comforts just cannot be abandoned so easily - like friends. Therefore, they are looking at ways to allow names to transfer as well as other methods to keep adventurers together. The main objective here is to make transferring to Final Fantasy XIV as comfortable as possible without providing the advantage of transferring completed characters. The ideal situation is one in which players can choose freely between playing in Vana'diel one day, and Eorzea the next. Tanaka envisioned a new door in one's Mog House that would act as a dimensional portal into Eorzea, allowing players in either game to quickly join their friends wherever they may be. Unfortunately, despite his best efforts, Tanaka was unable to bring this plan to fruition.
If there are no levels, how do characters advance?
Although Final Fantasy XIV will eschew the traditional leveling system in favor of something new, there will be parts of the Job System that make it over. Most importantly, they wish to retain the concept of being able to switch roles and work on one job one time and another job the next time. At this time, the developers are unable to give any specifics.
How will the payment plan look?
While Final Fantasy XI runs on a monthly plan through PlayOnline, Final Fantasy XIV will drop PlayOnline and utilize the recently established Square Enix IDs and Security Tokens. The monthly plan is also due for a change, and Tanaka says they are considering a more versatile plan, based on 30-day payment cycles. Some people have been confused by this, but all it involves is altering when a player's plan stops and starts. If you count by days instead of months, you have the freedom to stop and start more freely. This would allow billing to break free from the shackles of the monthly cycle and possibly really help out customers by helping them avoid paying for unused time and lessen the inconvenience of the regularly scheduled billing maintenance.
How is the announcement of Final Fantasy XIV affecting the current players?
Tanaka realizes that playing both XI and XIV could take up way too much time for the average player. Taking this into account, Final Fantasy XIV is designed to be much lighter on one's schedule and contain a wider variety of content so players can find the best way to enjoy the game for themselves. Final Fantasy XIV definitely will not be as rough on the player, and it is speculated that this will cause as eventual shift of users to the game.
Is this the untimely end of Final Fantasy XI?
Updates for Final Fantasy XI are planned out for the next year already, and there is no intention to stop after that. The development team has been divided between both games for some time now, so Tanaka says there is no reason to panic. There is still much more left that the team wants to do. Even within the next two Version Updates, the developers claim there is plenty of content in the works, and it will be tough to get it all in. Of course, this includes the next add-on scenario, "A Moogle Kupo d'Etat" - an addition that all players can look forward to!
When does the Beta start?!
According to the announcement, Final Fantasy XIV will go on sale and begin service sometime in 2010. Looking at how things will go forth, Tanaka confirms that a beta test beginning next year will be most likely, with the test leading into the public release of the game. However, the exact timing is still unknown.
A word for Final Fantasy XI players...
Tanaka states his admiration for the players helping Final Fantasy XI to continue all these past seven years and how they helped it mature into such a fantastic experience. While Final Fantasy XIV will take the series in a new direction, Tanaka sincerely looks forward to delivering something that all users can thoroughly enjoy, and hopes you look forward to its release.
Komoto also expresses his fascination at the amazing world that the users have built Final Fantasy XI into. Komoto hopes to continue to develop a place where users can meet each other, make lasting friendships, maintain sporting rivalries, and most importantly, enjoy the experience in any manner they wish. Final Fantasy XIV will be an MMO that provides such freedom, and introduce a new land in which players can accompany their friends and challenge their rivals.
Oh, boy! Speculation!
After the interview closed, the Dengeki Team decided to take their own crack at the concept art from the official Final Fantasy XIV site. Here is what they had to say:
The Crystal: The appearance of the Crystal is something common between XI and XIV, although the shape is noticeably different. Will they play a key role in XIV as well, perhaps used as weapons?
The Races: We can see what looks like a Taru behind a table. Is he taller than XI's Taru, or is he just standing on a chair? Will they be as well-versed in the magical arts?
The Armor: There is a blonde haired adventurer with his back to us, and he is wearing a hat that is similar to Black Mage Relic armor. Will there be job-specific equipment again? For that matter, will there be a Job System?
The Characters: Sitting at the far-right table, there seems to be a half-Hume, half-Elvaan character with a spear. Will XIV allow for more versatility in character creation?
Friday, June 12, 2009
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Thursday, June 11, 2009
What we know so far... Q and A.
June 4, 2009 - Square Enix surprised everyone on Tuesday when it announced at Sony's E3 press conference that not only would Final Fantasy XIII hit stores next year, but so too will Final Fantasy XIV Online -- a follow-up MMO from the same team that brought us Final Fantasy XI in 2002. But the information flow didn't stop there. On Wednesday, Square Enix also held a press conference of its own to provide some additional context to the previous day's news. But honestly, we still weren't satisfied with how much FF14 info was out there, so we managed to grab an interview with the Final Fantasy XIV team yesterday afternoon to see if they could answer some additional questions.
And now, with multiple days of info and some probing, we present the following: everything we know about the game thus far. Some of it you've already heard, some of it you haven't, but either way, it's the most info you'll find on the game yet. Enjoy
What platforms is Final Fantasy XIV coming to?
Currently the game is confirmed for PlayStation 3 and Windows PC. An Xbox 360 version isn't official, but Square Enix is considering the possibility that it could.
What do we know about the setting and the story?
It takes place on an all-new Final Fantasy world known as "Eorzea." Though it does share some monsters and races from Final Fantasy XI, they're not direct representations and have been altered in multiple ways that make them unique to Eorzea. The similarities in races will allow experienced FFXI players to create a new FFXIV character that looks somewhat comparable.
Watch our video interview with the development team here!
Does it have a direct connection to Final Fantasy XI?
In some ways, yes it does. Not only does it share the same development team as the FF11, but the game will also allow players to create a character that is similar to their current Final Fantasy XI. Square Enix has also revealed to IGN that it is currently finding a solution that will let you transfer your character's names from FFXI to FFXIV.
On a related note, at the press conference, it was said that FFXI has another year of content planned. Does that mean that after that year is up that FFXI is done with?
No. To be specific, Square Enix has one year of content currently planned but has told us here at IGN that it isn't a mandated end for the series. If fans continue to support the game, then so will Square Enix.
What is the combat system like?
The development team won't say, but it did confirm to us that... Additionally, the heavy team-play aspect of FF11 has been deemphasized, and now exploration and battle is said to be more balanced between solo and team play.
How does the leveling system work?
Square Enix is cagey about how characters advance, but it has confirmed with IGN that growth is not based on experience and that it will work on a different system entirely.
What about jobs?
Jobs will return in Final Fantasy XIV, but they will be much different than the job system present in FFXI.
How important are the weapons?
Weapons are very important and have a heavy influence on your character and how they succeed in the game world. Square Enix says to look closely at the official FFXIV logo for hints and hidden meanings about how the game will work.
What hidden meanings?
Square Enix told us that when it approached Amano to do the logo art for FFXIV, that weapons were very important and to think of the concept of a "wheel." Specifically, a wheel of adventurers that has their weapon in front of them and an exposed backside -- which leaves each adventurer to rely heavily on their comrades and their friends. Let the speculation begin.
Square unveiled the game with a trailer at E3 2009.
Anything else about the weapons?
The team let slip to us that choosing weapons for specific tasks one day versus another could affect how your character develops.
How much of the first trailer is in-game versus pre-rendered?
The debut trailer is actually a mixture of real-time in-game footage and pre-rendered wizardry. The combat scene in particular was created using the in-game engine.
What languages will the game available in?
The same as Final Fantasy XI: Japanese, English, French and German. FFXIV will also be released simultaneously in all regions that use those languages.
Will the PlayOnline service be used for FFXIV?
No. Square Enix told us that the reason it is ditching the PlayOnline system is because it was originally meant as an all-in-one solution to house multiple content types. But as PlayOnline has offered less content over the years, the need for the next online Final Fantasy to us PO is moot. Whatever new service (if any) is used, PC and PlayStation 3 users will still be able to play with each other on the same servers, and Square Enix also confirmed with IGN that you can sign in with a universal ID on either system to pick up where you left off if you own both.
Who's Working on the Game?
It is produced by Hiromichi Tanaka (Final Fantasy I, II, III, and IX) and directed by Nobuaki Komoto (Final Fantasy IX, XI), with art direction by Akihiko Yoshida (Vagrant Story, Final Fantasy XII) and a musical score from Nobuo Uematsu (Most Final Fantasies ever). Yoshitaka Amano has designed the logo and is pulling additional art duties as well.
Uematsu only did a few tracks in FFXI, how much is he doing for XIV?
Square Enix revealed to IGN that Uematsu will be doing all the music for Final Fantasy XIV and that it will be composed in a range of different styles and genres.
What modern day MMOs have influenced the design and direction of FFXIV?
In addition to the team's original work on Final Fantasy XI, World of Warcraft, Age of Conan and Warhammer Online have been three recent games that have had some pull, but the FFXI community's feedback has been the most important factor in its design.
Are Chocobos back?
Yes, they will return. But Square Enix has told IGN that it is looking at using them in a completely different way than they were used in Final Fantasy XI (where they were used as riding steeds).
When is it coming out and when is the beta?
The game will come out in 2010, and after Final Fantasy XIII which is scheduled for spring of the same year. Beta plans are still being finalized, but that the plan is to have a longer beta period than that of FFXI (which had a beta of about 3-4 months).
And now, with multiple days of info and some probing, we present the following: everything we know about the game thus far. Some of it you've already heard, some of it you haven't, but either way, it's the most info you'll find on the game yet. Enjoy
What platforms is Final Fantasy XIV coming to?
Currently the game is confirmed for PlayStation 3 and Windows PC. An Xbox 360 version isn't official, but Square Enix is considering the possibility that it could.
What do we know about the setting and the story?
It takes place on an all-new Final Fantasy world known as "Eorzea." Though it does share some monsters and races from Final Fantasy XI, they're not direct representations and have been altered in multiple ways that make them unique to Eorzea. The similarities in races will allow experienced FFXI players to create a new FFXIV character that looks somewhat comparable.
Watch our video interview with the development team here!
Does it have a direct connection to Final Fantasy XI?
In some ways, yes it does. Not only does it share the same development team as the FF11, but the game will also allow players to create a character that is similar to their current Final Fantasy XI. Square Enix has also revealed to IGN that it is currently finding a solution that will let you transfer your character's names from FFXI to FFXIV.
On a related note, at the press conference, it was said that FFXI has another year of content planned. Does that mean that after that year is up that FFXI is done with?
No. To be specific, Square Enix has one year of content currently planned but has told us here at IGN that it isn't a mandated end for the series. If fans continue to support the game, then so will Square Enix.
What is the combat system like?
The development team won't say, but it did confirm to us that... Additionally, the heavy team-play aspect of FF11 has been deemphasized, and now exploration and battle is said to be more balanced between solo and team play.
How does the leveling system work?
Square Enix is cagey about how characters advance, but it has confirmed with IGN that growth is not based on experience and that it will work on a different system entirely.
What about jobs?
Jobs will return in Final Fantasy XIV, but they will be much different than the job system present in FFXI.
How important are the weapons?
Weapons are very important and have a heavy influence on your character and how they succeed in the game world. Square Enix says to look closely at the official FFXIV logo for hints and hidden meanings about how the game will work.
What hidden meanings?
Square Enix told us that when it approached Amano to do the logo art for FFXIV, that weapons were very important and to think of the concept of a "wheel." Specifically, a wheel of adventurers that has their weapon in front of them and an exposed backside -- which leaves each adventurer to rely heavily on their comrades and their friends. Let the speculation begin.
Square unveiled the game with a trailer at E3 2009.
Anything else about the weapons?
The team let slip to us that choosing weapons for specific tasks one day versus another could affect how your character develops.
How much of the first trailer is in-game versus pre-rendered?
The debut trailer is actually a mixture of real-time in-game footage and pre-rendered wizardry. The combat scene in particular was created using the in-game engine.
What languages will the game available in?
The same as Final Fantasy XI: Japanese, English, French and German. FFXIV will also be released simultaneously in all regions that use those languages.
Will the PlayOnline service be used for FFXIV?
No. Square Enix told us that the reason it is ditching the PlayOnline system is because it was originally meant as an all-in-one solution to house multiple content types. But as PlayOnline has offered less content over the years, the need for the next online Final Fantasy to us PO is moot. Whatever new service (if any) is used, PC and PlayStation 3 users will still be able to play with each other on the same servers, and Square Enix also confirmed with IGN that you can sign in with a universal ID on either system to pick up where you left off if you own both.
Who's Working on the Game?
It is produced by Hiromichi Tanaka (Final Fantasy I, II, III, and IX) and directed by Nobuaki Komoto (Final Fantasy IX, XI), with art direction by Akihiko Yoshida (Vagrant Story, Final Fantasy XII) and a musical score from Nobuo Uematsu (Most Final Fantasies ever). Yoshitaka Amano has designed the logo and is pulling additional art duties as well.
Uematsu only did a few tracks in FFXI, how much is he doing for XIV?
Square Enix revealed to IGN that Uematsu will be doing all the music for Final Fantasy XIV and that it will be composed in a range of different styles and genres.
What modern day MMOs have influenced the design and direction of FFXIV?
In addition to the team's original work on Final Fantasy XI, World of Warcraft, Age of Conan and Warhammer Online have been three recent games that have had some pull, but the FFXI community's feedback has been the most important factor in its design.
Are Chocobos back?
Yes, they will return. But Square Enix has told IGN that it is looking at using them in a completely different way than they were used in Final Fantasy XI (where they were used as riding steeds).
When is it coming out and when is the beta?
The game will come out in 2010, and after Final Fantasy XIII which is scheduled for spring of the same year. Beta plans are still being finalized, but that the plan is to have a longer beta period than that of FFXI (which had a beta of about 3-4 months).
Beta ?? so close???
Recent job postings on Square Enix's European website show that a beta for Final Fantasy XIV may start as early as September.
Several job posts for Game Masters and Game Testers have appeared on the job page here >http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en/jobs for Square Enix Europe. Each of the job openings requires the applicant be familiar with Final Fantasy XI, suggesting that the current support team for FFXI will be moved over into FFXIV.
Testing positions are said to have started towards the beginning of the month, which means that a closed or internal beta is currently being conducted. Game Master positions are said to be starting in mid-September making us guess that a beta could start shortly after.
Several job posts for Game Masters and Game Testers have appeared on the job page here >http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en/jobs for Square Enix Europe. Each of the job openings requires the applicant be familiar with Final Fantasy XI, suggesting that the current support team for FFXI will be moved over into FFXIV.
Testing positions are said to have started towards the beginning of the month, which means that a closed or internal beta is currently being conducted. Game Master positions are said to be starting in mid-September making us guess that a beta could start shortly after.
Final Fantasy XIV Information
1 - Game is being developed by the primary team behind FFXI
2 - FFXIV will be coming to the PS3 & PC. They are currently considering other hardware (including Microsoft hardware!)
3 - Completely new world called "Eorzea"
4 - The reason they made the races similar to the FFXI races is so FFXI players could choose a similar type of race in the new game.
5 - The development for FFXIV started 4-5 years ago.
6 - They are looking to bring in some casual players, similar to World of Warcraft.
7 - They intend to have content for solo players as well as large-scale battles. They want a wide-variety from the start.
8 - Worldwide simultaneous launch on PS3 and Windows PC. English, Japanese, German, and French versions released at launch.
9 - Worldwide servers that are cross-platform and cross-region.
10 - BETA test is confirmed but no further information was provided.
11 - Will expand the job system to make it fairly different from the one in FFXI.
12 - Want to make it so the player can choose to play solo, in a party, 40 minutes, all-day... there will be content for ALL of those play styles and systems for all of those play styles.
13 - There will not be any XI character transfers to XIV. However, the character design is familiar and XI players will be able to create a similar character.
14 - Playonline will not be used, but your friends list will be able to transfer over.
Ign conducted a private interview with Square Enix to get some more answers about FFXIV:
http://ps3.ign.com/articles/991/991483p1.html
You can watch the video interview http://ps3.ign.com/dor/objects/823994/square-enix-ps3-mmorpg-untitled/videos/ff14_vdi_060309.html
E3 2009: Final Fantasy XIV - What We Know
We sat down with the FF14 team to talk about the next big MMO of 2010 and came away with several all-new details.
by Jeremy Dunham
June 4, 2009 - Square Enix surprised everyone on Tuesday when it announced at Sony's E3 press conference that not only would Final Fantasy XIII hit stores next year, but so too will Final Fantasy XIV Online -- a follow-up MMO from the same team that brought us Final Fantasy XI in 2002. But the information flow didn't stop there. On Wednesday, Square Enix also held a press conference of its own to provide some additional context to the previous day's news. But honestly, we still weren't satisfied with how much FF14 info was out there, so we managed to grab an interview with the Final Fantasy XIV team yesterday afternoon to see if they could answer some additional questions.
And now, with multiple days of info and some probing, we present the following: everything we know about the game thus far. Some of it you've already heard, some of it you haven't, but either way, it's the most info you'll find on the game yet. Enjoy
what platforms is Final Fantasy XIV coming to?
Currently the game is confirmed for PlayStation 3 and Windows PC. An Xbox 360 version isn't official, but Square Enix is considering the possibility that it could.
What do we know about the setting and the story?
It takes place on an all-new Final Fantasy world known as "Eorzea." Though it does share some monsters and races from Final Fantasy XI, they're not direct representations and have been altered in multiple ways that make them unique to Eorzea. The similarities in races will allow experienced FFXI players to create a new FFXIV character that looks somewhat comparable.
Does it have a direct connection to Final Fantasy XI?
In some ways, yes it does. Not only does it share the same development team as the FF11, but the game will also allow players to create a character that is similar to their current Final Fantasy XI. Square Enix has also revealed to IGN that it is currently finding a solution that will let you transfer your character's names from FFXI to FFXIV.
On a related note, at the press conference, it was said that FFXI has another year of content planned. Does that mean that after that year is up that FFXI is done with?
No. To be specific, Square Enix has one year of content currently planned but has told us here at IGN that it isn't a mandated end for the series. If fans continue to support the game, then so will Square Enix.
What is the combat system like?
The development team won't say, but it did confirm to us that... Additionally, the heavy team-play aspect of FF11 has been deemphasized, and now exploration and battle is said to be more balanced between solo and team play.
How does the leveling system work?
Square Enix is cagey about how characters advance, but it has confirmed with IGN that growth is not based on experience and that it will work on a different system entirely.
What about jobs?
Jobs will return in Final Fantasy XIV, but they will be much different than the job system present in FFXI.
How important are the weapons?
Weapons are very important and have a heavy influence on your character and how they succeed in the game world. Square Enix says to look closely at the official FFXIV logo for hints and hidden meanings about how the game will work.
What hidden meanings?
Square Enix told us that when it approached Amano to do the logo art for FFXIV, that weapons were very important and to think of the concept of a "wheel." Specifically, a wheel of adventurers that has their weapon in front of them and an exposed backside -- which leaves each adventurer to rely heavily on their comrades and their friends. Let the speculation begin.
Anything else about the weapons?
The team let slip to us that choosing weapons for specific tasks one day versus another could affect how your character develops.
How much of the first trailer is in-game versus pre-rendered?
The debut trailer is actually a mixture of real-time in-game footage and pre-rendered wizardry. The combat scene in particular was created using the in-game engine.
What languages will the game available in?
The same as Final Fantasy XI: Japanese, English, French and German. FFXIV will also be released simultaneously in all regions that use those languages.
Will the PlayOnline service be used for FFXIV?
No. Square Enix told us that the reason it is ditching the PlayOnline system is because it was originally meant as an all-in-one solution to house multiple content types. But as PlayOnline has offered less content over the years, the need for the next online Final Fantasy to us PO is moot. Whatever new service (if any) is used, PC and PlayStation 3 users will still be able to play with each other on the same servers, and Square Enix also confirmed with IGN that you can sign in with a universal ID on either system to pick up where you left off if you own both.
Who's Working on the Game?
It is produced by Hiromichi Tanaka (Final Fantasy I, II, III, and IX) and directed by Nobuaki Komoto (Final Fantasy IX, XI), with art direction by Akihiko Yoshida (Vagrant Story, Final Fantasy XII) and a musical score from Nobuo Uematsu (Most Final Fantasies ever). Yoshitaka Amano has designed the logo and is pulling additional art duties as well.
Uematsu only did a few tracks in FFXI, how much is he doing for XIV?
Square Enix revealed to IGN that Uematsu will be doing all the music for Final Fantasy XIV and that it will be composed in a range of different styles and genres.
What modern day MMOs have influenced the design and direction of FFXIV?
In addition to the team's original work on Final Fantasy XI, World of Warcraft, Age of Conan and Warhammer Online have been three recent games that have had some pull, but the FFXI community's feedback has been the most important factor in its design.
Are Chocobos back?
Yes, they will return. But Square Enix has told IGN that it is looking at using them in a completely different way than they were used in Final Fantasy XI (where they were used as riding steeds).
When is it coming out and when is the beta?
The game will come out in 2010, and after Final Fantasy XIII which is scheduled for spring of the same year. Beta plans are still being finalized, but that the plan is to have a longer beta period than that of FFXI (which had a beta of about 3-4 months).
Information provided from Zam:
http://www.zam.com/story.html?story=18309
Things that we learned from this interview:
1 - Eorzea is but a region within the full world of Final Fantasy XIV, which will be named ハイデリン (ha-i-de-ri-n). This land will be blessed with high technology, but not to the point of more sci-fi themed worlds found in Final Fantasy XIII or Final Fantasy X.
2 - All the races from Final Fantasy XI appear to be present and accounted for. Tanaka comments that this was done in order to add an air of familiarity to the game, so the Final Fantasy XI community would be comfortable transferring over and trying it out
3 - The developers attribute the long-lasting success of Final Fantasy XI to the Job System, and plan to learn from it and greatly expand off the concept.
4 - Instead of leveling up with experience points, weapons will play a key role in how a character grows and develops.
5 - beginners can expect simpler fights as they get the hang of things, while hardcore players looking to test their mettle can find serious battles that require much more cunning. It will not be realtime, action style encounters, but rather a number of more cerebral aspects.
6 - When designing the party system, he (Tanaka) made sure it would facilitate more strategic setups, where everyone can play their respective role.
7 - Just like the races, they will be looking to develop a new incarnation of Chocobos unique to this title. Unfortunately, it is causing them a bit of worry regarding how exactly to do this.
8 - In regards to the PC version, the game will utilize the most current version of Direct X that is out when beta testing begins. This goes for Operating System as well. Similarly, they do not specify Vista or Windows 7 as an operating system, saying again that it will depend on what is out at the time. For those of you looking to prep a new PC, Tanaka claims they are really looking to get on the cutting edge of technology with this installment. Like Final Fantasy XI, the game specs will be extremely high for the time, but in about 5 years, an average machine can run it on max settings with little to no issues. Tanaka also expressed interest in making a benchmark program available.
9 - Uematsu's music work is in full 5.1 channel surround sound.
10 - Final Fantasy XIV will have a number of Worlds/Servers, and they are aiming for a capacity of 5,000-6,000 simultaneous connections
11 - Interest appears to be there for an Xbox360 port, but Tanaka laments that they just have not been able to reach a full compromise with Microsoft yet. Talks will continue, but there is no more comment on whatever progress may have taken place.
12 - Besides the visual similarities between the characters you create, there will be no solid connection between Final Fantasy XI and Final Fantasy XIV. There will also be no character transfers, but they are investigating a way in which you can carry your preferred name over from XI.
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