Final Fantasy XIV Online: A Realm Reborn

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  1. mvdmolen
    Sep 10, 2013
    10
    Don't believe any reviews that complain about server or log on issues. By and large they have been taken care of. I have not had any trouble logging in since they implemented the fixes and expanded the worlds. One of the great things about this game is to see hundreds of people milling around cities and that is what is so much fun about a MMO, meeting and playing with other people. And boyDon't believe any reviews that complain about server or log on issues. By and large they have been taken care of. I have not had any trouble logging in since they implemented the fixes and expanded the worlds. One of the great things about this game is to see hundreds of people milling around cities and that is what is so much fun about a MMO, meeting and playing with other people. And boy has that been made easy. All you have to do is sign up with the Duty Finder and within minutes, sometimes even seconds, you are dropped in a party ready to battle. There is so much new and exciting content that I have no hope of experiencing all, since I got a day job. The graphics are fluent, battles are fun, music is out of this world, customization of play and controls is near limitless. Not only is it a fantastic game at launch, I am really looking forward to all the upcoming additions (patches) that will bring new content and even higher graphics (PS4 DirectX 11).

    Highly recommended!    … Expand
  2. Joshu_XS
    Aug 27, 2013
    10
    This game has been completely reborn in every sense of the word from it's previous incarnation. The game eases you into the style of play that it has to offer but as soon as you feel like you're in firm control, everything accelerates and keeps the game fresh and engaging. While the North American and European servers did have issues from the open beta and early launch, it says a lotThis game has been completely reborn in every sense of the word from it's previous incarnation. The game eases you into the style of play that it has to offer but as soon as you feel like you're in firm control, everything accelerates and keeps the game fresh and engaging. While the North American and European servers did have issues from the open beta and early launch, it says a lot about a game where the major flaw that it has is it's own popularity. I look forward to seeing this game thrive and the adventures it will bring us through.… Expand
  3. Ajarn
    Aug 27, 2013
    10
    Been playing since Beta Phase 2. Really enjoying the game, it's my replacement for WoW. There is a lot of interest in the game causing some server stress, but once you log in everything is flawless. It's also fun to boot!
  4. Wankyudo
    Aug 28, 2013
    9
    I played briefly in 1.0. Didn't like it.
    Now I'm playing ARR, and I love it. Yes there's login issues. Yes people can't connect to the game. But I learned to separate my frustration of the servers or else it'll affect how I look at the game itself. That being...it's fun. The crafting is intricate, albeit slow at the beginning where you don't have all of your abilities. The combat    I played briefly in 1.0. Didn't like it.
    Now I'm playing ARR, and I love it. Yes there's login issues. Yes people can't connect to the game. But I learned to separate my frustration of the servers or else it'll affect how I look at the game itself. That being...it's fun. The crafting is intricate, albeit slow at the beginning where you don't have all of your abilities. The combat system is enjoyable, even if it's something as simple as tanking. The world is immersive, the soundtrack is enjoyable, and the community is a lot kinder then the cold callous trolls you would find in abundance in any other mmo. So you know what? I'm addicted. I'm addicted to playing the game.
    Even if there's login issues (That dreaded Error 1017), the game itself I've fallen in love with which certainly gives me the patience to repeatedly attempt to login in pass the error.    … Expand
  5. touf34
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    before getting into all the fakes negative bad review that were made on this site, check the game by yourself. All the negative review are made by people who had a hard time logging in the game and couldn't bear to wait in a wait line. No more, no less. Please ignore reviews made by self-entitled toxic players.
  6. djkal
    Sep 4, 2013
    10
    Server and login issues seem to have been fixed and I can now say this game is a solid 10. I love the gameplay. Leveling up is a lot of fun compared to WoW. Grouping is quite painless compared to most MMO's I have played. Beautiful game overall.
  7. Vinez
    Aug 27, 2013
    9
    Fantastic game from SE, it is really a blast to play. That being said if you don't have to patience to deal with launch week issues and the possibility of not being able to play on the server you want when you want then wait on purchasing this game, until next week when SE stated they are updating the datacenter's to handle the load.
  8. Argonar
    Aug 27, 2013
    10
    Amazing MMO in all aspects, with a nice lore Final Fantasy related. The work done rebuilding this from a "dead" game is just titanic, I would like to thanks Yoshi P and dev team for his work. Music and artistic apects are the best in genre, period. Also the main storyline is very well conducted, with tons of video secuence very well done.

    Just for the release there is a lot of content    Amazing MMO in all aspects, with a nice lore Final Fantasy related. The work done rebuilding this from a "dead" game is just titanic, I would like to thanks Yoshi P and dev team for his work. Music and artistic apects are the best in genre, period. Also the main storyline is very well conducted, with tons of video secuence very well done.

    Just for the release there is a lot of content to do, achievements, logs, missions, quest, crafting, amazing primal battles against Ifrit, Titan and Garuda, lot of dungeons...

    Don't be afraid and try the game, its a very good one.    … Expand
  9. TheBlastMage
    Aug 28, 2013
    9
    As a new player who has never played FF-XIV before, I must say I am greatly impressed with the game thus far. The game's story and graphics are amazing, and the relaxed game-play while going solo makes it a great game to unwind to. The dungeon quests also make for some fun group play as well, and the party mechanics are non-intrusive enough to make it enjoyable.

    Combat mechanics are    As a new player who has never played FF-XIV before, I must say I am greatly impressed with the game thus far. The game's story and graphics are amazing, and the relaxed game-play while going solo makes it a great game to unwind to. The dungeon quests also make for some fun group play as well, and the party mechanics are non-intrusive enough to make it enjoyable.

    Combat mechanics are solid, though at my low level I can't tell if certain skills need tweaked, or if I'll unlock better ones later.

    Good Points:
    + No exp penalties for Kill-Stealing, everyone who helps enough gets full credit (and they guy who tagged it is guaranteed 100% exp)

    + Plenty of ways to communicate with multiple people via Link-Shells and Free Companies

    + An intriguing story-line with enough back-story regarding the previous game so new players aren't confused.

    + Beautiful looking graphics with only minor clipping issues.

    + Solid classes, with specializations in the form of "Jobs" after lv 30

    + Freedom to switch classes and jobs at will

    Negative Points:
    - Minor clipping issues and the movies tend to skip on lower-end machines
    - Dungeon-Finder groups are thrust together without much time to even say hello

    Overall Score: 9/10
    Recommendation: Buy it and try it, for $30 tax, it is definitely worth the money to check out if you like MMOs    … Expand
  10. Tundra
    Aug 30, 2013
    9
    The game is very fun but the joy is destroyed by inexcusable server issues. Servers will get better no doubt but for a company who had a botched launch before and then turn around and do it again, it appears a little embarrassing. Fortunately enough they have a great game but it's plagued by horrible servers and hopefully they fix it before their consumers are fed up.
  11. quesse
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    The most polished MMO currently on the market. A total uturn from 1.0. Square Enix is dedicated to this game and it shows. Look forward to mounds and mounds of amazing updates and new things to do. What exists now is amazing but it is only the tip of the iceburg. This game is on track to take over the industry.
  12. Fekorf
    Aug 30, 2013
    8
    This is the game that should of came out three years ago, Square Enix have done an amazing job of resurrecting their mmo. FFXIV: ARR has everything a modern mmo should have and more, the only problem this game has is the amount of people playing the game which is giving massive queues to the NA EU servers. Square Enix have said that they are addressing this issue though and it doesn'tThis is the game that should of came out three years ago, Square Enix have done an amazing job of resurrecting their mmo. FFXIV: ARR has everything a modern mmo should have and more, the only problem this game has is the amount of people playing the game which is giving massive queues to the NA EU servers. Square Enix have said that they are addressing this issue though and it doesn't take anything away from this amazing game. Well done Square Enix!… Expand
  13. Hirus
    Sep 7, 2013
    10
    I was super excited for 1.0, only to be completely let down. They really hit the ball out of the park on this one, everything about the game is great. Of course the early problems with the servers kinda sucked, but what MMO doesnt have server issues during the first week. 10/10 would recommend.
  14. shane_kirby
    Dec 27, 2013
    9
    Don't trust the negative reviews. I live in Canada and have had absolutely no problems at all with the game (bought it December 20th 2013). I've had no login issues etc. Also, I play on max graphic settings for PC. What I love most about the game is that I can play it on my big screen T.V with an xbox controller. I find the controls very easy to manage and I can relax on couch while IDon't trust the negative reviews. I live in Canada and have had absolutely no problems at all with the game (bought it December 20th 2013). I've had no login issues etc. Also, I play on max graphic settings for PC. What I love most about the game is that I can play it on my big screen T.V with an xbox controller. I find the controls very easy to manage and I can relax on couch while I play. Totally worth getting for cheap price of $30.… Expand
  15. HexSCTV
    Sep 22, 2013
    10
    What an improvement! best MMO I've played in years. They really pulled this one out of the fire. It's addictive, entertaining, and a fresh look on the older systems. It's very streamlined and things, such as crafting, are actually entertaining/difficult and fun. Definitely worth checking out.
  16. bigmanda
    Sep 9, 2013
    9
    FFXIV:ARR is a really great game. The world is very fleshed out and and the attention to detail in the landscape is pretty good. The main storyline at first seems a little on the dull side, but picks up mid game and is really quite interesting. The class/job system is really fun and rewards you for maxing out a class by giving a bonus to leveling other classes. When you get to theFFXIV:ARR is a really great game. The world is very fleshed out and and the attention to detail in the landscape is pretty good. The main storyline at first seems a little on the dull side, but picks up mid game and is really quite interesting. The class/job system is really fun and rewards you for maxing out a class by giving a bonus to leveling other classes. When you get to the "endgame" I wouldn't say there is a lot to do, but there is enough for now until content updates come out. The endgame dungeons/trials are fun and challenging.

    A few issues I noticed was that making money endgame is pretty limited, due to the fight against RMT. This is slightly offset by being able to craft and repair your own gear but once more of the population starts getting to level cap, the lack of gil entering the economy may become an issue. Other minor issues are some class/job balancing and some quality of play issues regarding the GCD and pet control for classes that access to pets.

    Overall this game is definitely worth checking out and Square-Enix did quite a good job with the game with exception to launch issues that many MMO's are plagued by.    … Expand
  17. caelix
    Sep 9, 2013
    10
    Simply fantastic. The best iteration of the MMO fantasy genre in a long time, perhaps since world of warcraft. What it lacks in orginiality it more than makes up for in Polish. If you like MMO's, buying this game is a no brainer. And if you are a lifelong Final Fantasy lover as well. Stellar graphics, music, story, solid gameplay. Go for it, you wont regret it.
  18. Bigpurpleharnes
    Sep 2, 2013
    9
    Amazing game *when you can play*. I would wait a month before buying it for them to fix their servers. Gameplay, engine, graphics, and music are amazing. Community is a little teenage angry for me, but a lot of MMOs are.

    Wait a month, get the game, then get a good FC, you won't regret it.
  19. Salnexia
    Sep 11, 2013
    10
    Whilst there certainly were some server issues at launch, which was pretty bad, they did sort it out, took a bit longer then I would have liked, but the game itself is amazing, and the server issues are a thing of the past.
    Whilst I am not going to go into it here please know that a lot of the particularly negative reviews on this site are rather misinformed about why there were issues,    Whilst there certainly were some server issues at launch, which was pretty bad, they did sort it out, took a bit longer then I would have liked, but the game itself is amazing, and the server issues are a thing of the past.
    Whilst I am not going to go into it here please know that a lot of the particularly negative reviews on this site are rather misinformed about why there were issues, and square enix's plans to fix it.    … Expand
  20. Stupeyfied
    Aug 28, 2013
    8
    So, the majority of complaints about this game are pretty much the obvious...the login server issues (which EVERY online game that is new that comes out has the same exact issue) and the fact that it plays like "every other MMO" out there. While these may be true, I don't believe its deserving of such a horrible mark. There are parts of this game that really separate its self from otherSo, the majority of complaints about this game are pretty much the obvious...the login server issues (which EVERY online game that is new that comes out has the same exact issue) and the fact that it plays like "every other MMO" out there. While these may be true, I don't believe its deserving of such a horrible mark. There are parts of this game that really separate its self from other games, such as the crafting system. Then there are the visuals. My word, the visuals are incredible! From combat to the scenery, to the weather, its completely and utterly gorgeous. Questing is a lot of running around gathering this or that or delivering something to someone for someone else, which, I agree, is a bit of a re-hash of any other game of this type. But I believe that everything else this game has going on completely makes up for that. I haven't had a game give me goose bumps in a long time, but watching the main intro video really set the mood! I say maybe give it some time for them to smooth out the bumps, and this game will definitely be a success … Expand
  21. Radvibe
    Aug 29, 2013
    8
    Very impressive what Yoshi P was able to do with this game...he has restored the faith in final fantasy. I liked the first version even though it was very flawed..this however is proving to be a very solid game. haters will hate just cuz they want it to fail. best rpg I have seen in a long time especially at launch. It's been forever in the making Possibly the greatest fix in videoVery impressive what Yoshi P was able to do with this game...he has restored the faith in final fantasy. I liked the first version even though it was very flawed..this however is proving to be a very solid game. haters will hate just cuz they want it to fail. best rpg I have seen in a long time especially at launch. It's been forever in the making Possibly the greatest fix in video game history lol.… Expand
  22. viditoking
    Sep 6, 2013
    8
    I'm not a FF fan in general so I'm not inclined to give this game any bonus points for being one. That having been said. I like it! It has that old school mmo feel. The combat is tab, not twitch. The combat is on the slow side. So if you like TERA, GW2, and NW combat, this is not for you. The graphics are great, second only to TERA in my book. I LOVE that one character can be everyI'm not a FF fan in general so I'm not inclined to give this game any bonus points for being one. That having been said. I like it! It has that old school mmo feel. The combat is tab, not twitch. The combat is on the slow side. So if you like TERA, GW2, and NW combat, this is not for you. The graphics are great, second only to TERA in my book. I LOVE that one character can be every class/job including crafting/gathering.`
    It's standard mmo fare, but done pretty well. AND the log in issues have been fixed, as far as I can tell.    … Expand
  23. Ived
    Sep 10, 2013
    10
    Different classes give dynamic play-styles.
    Mixing abilities from other classes allows for interesting builds.
    Combat gameplay is enjoyably fast and action based.
  24. perfectm
    Sep 10, 2013
    10
    Really surprised at how much I am enjoying this game. The leaving and story of the game are on par with the best of SWTOR, but the crafting and gathering system is so much better than any MMO I have ever played. On top of everything, the graphics and sound/music are A1
  25. Masekase
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    Fantastic game few hiccups at the start with servers. I am on Japanese server and we have had same problems same as other servers but they are in the past now. I played in beta and 1.0 this game has come a long way. Cancelled my FFXI game after 10 years as this game offers everything I need in a game.
  26. FarzanZand
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    Ignore the negative reviews because they give it bad reviews just cause of a failed launch. They are fixing it and in a day or two it will be fine.

    This is the the only game since 2004 (wow-release) that made me feel real joy from playing it. The game has real soul and I haven't had this much fun playing anything. This game is well done and polished. Give it a try. Ignore the bad    Ignore the negative reviews because they give it bad reviews just cause of a failed launch. They are fixing it and in a day or two it will be fine.

    This is the the only game since 2004 (wow-release) that made me feel real joy from playing it. The game has real soul and I haven't had this much fun playing anything. This game is well done and polished. Give it a try. Ignore the bad reviews due to launch issues. Every MMO has had a bad launch, but that is temporary a temporary problem. The game itself is golden! It will give you that warm MMO-feeling that you have missed.    … Expand
  27. tmuntan1
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game is much more enjoyable than its 1.0 counterpart. It had a few problems with launch, however, those issues will be invalid in a few days and are getting better now. As a whole, I find the game really enjoyable and that it lives up the the FF standard.
  28. Namath
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This a great package for people who are looking for a classic style MMORPG that focuses more on strategic tab-targeting combat than action/hack-slash/twitch based combat. It is also a heavy final fantasy game so expect lots of dialogues and cutscenes that immerse the players into the storyline. There are also great voice acting in 4 different languages on important cutscenes as well.This a great package for people who are looking for a classic style MMORPG that focuses more on strategic tab-targeting combat than action/hack-slash/twitch based combat. It is also a heavy final fantasy game so expect lots of dialogues and cutscenes that immerse the players into the storyline. There are also great voice acting in 4 different languages on important cutscenes as well.

    More importantly, this game offers every MMORPG fans a bit of everything. From solo to group play. From casual to hardcore (some might even call it middlecore). This game caters to a wide audience. For the base game box price, you get 30 days of subscription to start off with, which should be enough for someone who play 20 hours a week to get to max level and complete the main story.    … Expand
  29. vandana
    Sep 17, 2013
    10
    Not being a huge fan of Final Fantasy, I came to the world of Eorzea without huge expectations. More from curiosity and boredom with other MMOs then anything. All I expected was another generic MMO, which is doomed to go free-to-play in 6 months. God, was I wrong! Final Fantasy is a great piece of craftsmanship and a result of blending together of features invented over the years ofNot being a huge fan of Final Fantasy, I came to the world of Eorzea without huge expectations. More from curiosity and boredom with other MMOs then anything. All I expected was another generic MMO, which is doomed to go free-to-play in 6 months. God, was I wrong! Final Fantasy is a great piece of craftsmanship and a result of blending together of features invented over the years of development of modern MMOs. That has been done in a way that actually works, and all the pieces together make this game incredibly fun to play. With plenty of content added to the equation, this actually puts FF14 as a frontrunner in MMO world, quite unexpectedly. The positive effect is of course amplified by the fact that version 1.0 sucked, however that doesn't matter to a player like me, who never played 1.0 (that being said, I very much applaud the courage to go ahead with the reboot, which is an example to the whole industry how to deal with failure, and give justice to legendary franchises) But I judge this game on its own merit, without any reference to its predecessor. And the judgment can be only one: this is the best MMO that I can remember, and one that is full of hope that it won't actually go f2p/maintenance mode anytime soon, because of how good the engine is, how it gives the game a base on which it can add to its already stunning amount of content. i can see myself playing this game for years to come, and seeing how cleverly designed it is, I am certain that the game is managed by people who know what they are doing and has bright future ahead of it. Square Enix just acquired a loyal customer, and I doubt they will do anything to loose him. My score is 8/10, however to offset the 0 scores given for issues that no longer exist I give 0.

    P.S. People who come to Metacritic on day 1, and give a game a 0, because of login issues, should rethink their lives. There was an MMO that had 120 servers at launch, look where it is now.    … Expand
  30. Artanisx
    Aug 31, 2013
    10
    This game is really really good. I played the 1.0 version of the game, a grand total of 30 minutes (Open Beta) before uninstalling it. It was HORRIBLE.
    But A Realm Reborn is really another game. It's fun, it's complete, it's full of features, the class system is fantastic, the gathering and crafting is similar to Star Wars Galaxies (the best Crafting system ever made), the music is    This game is really really good. I played the 1.0 version of the game, a grand total of 30 minutes (Open Beta) before uninstalling it. It was HORRIBLE.
    But A Realm Reborn is really another game. It's fun, it's complete, it's full of features, the class system is fantastic, the gathering and crafting is similar to Star Wars Galaxies (the best Crafting system ever made), the music is outstanding, the graphics are great.
    I'm just having tons of fun, and while the endgame has yet to be tested (I'm level 29 with my highest class, though I have over 150 levels if I sum all my classes), for the moment I'd say this is a gem and while it has a couple of flaws, those are not severe and don't reduce the experience in any tangible way.    … Expand
  31. Ezekius
    Aug 30, 2013
    10
    The change from 1.0 to 2.0 is unbelievable. The game is just great now, it's smooth and runs fantastic. Combat is actually fun, quests are actually fun, guildleves and dungeons are actually fun. I just can't believe how much of a difference has been made to the game. It's fantastic.
  32. Quatra
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game is not a 10, more of a solid 8! Ten is to counter all the unnecessary 0's. Square Enix did the right thing and corrected the horrendous launch of the incomplete original FFXIV. Character development, Class and Job system, world, and environment is magical. If I had to describe it in other MMO terms, I would say it incorporates the best parts of WoW, such as dungeon finder,This game is not a 10, more of a solid 8! Ten is to counter all the unnecessary 0's. Square Enix did the right thing and corrected the horrendous launch of the incomplete original FFXIV. Character development, Class and Job system, world, and environment is magical. If I had to describe it in other MMO terms, I would say it incorporates the best parts of WoW, such as dungeon finder, need,pass,and greed on items, as well as much quicker travelling. FFXI elements show themselves in lore, world, class, and job areas. Definately a solid MMO, and all the haters, are hating mostly for normal launch problems. Personally I haven't had a problem getting on or playing. I wish people would not rate a game they can't play because of an error, many of which are localized to their system.… Expand
  33. NyanReaper
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game is a huge difference and improvement compared to the initial FFXIV. The graphics are gorgeous, just looking at the environment makes me wanna play more and more. The combat system and Jobs/Classes are good too, especially when crafting. The addition of FATE system is fun to play. I didn't expect the game to be this good. Instead of giving scores of 0,1, 2 just because of theThis game is a huge difference and improvement compared to the initial FFXIV. The graphics are gorgeous, just looking at the environment makes me wanna play more and more. The combat system and Jobs/Classes are good too, especially when crafting. The addition of FATE system is fun to play. I didn't expect the game to be this good. Instead of giving scores of 0,1, 2 just because of the server issues and character restrictions and stuffs(we should expect this to happen), I'd say be patient and enjoy the game, those will be solved sooner, I'm sure they won't be just sitting idly and do nothing.… Expand
  34. Immaprinnydood
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    The game does everything right that an MMO, should do right, it's quests are fun and creative, the story is epic, and makes you feel like a hero, it has tons of things to do, so you can play for a really long time and never get bored. Yoshi and his team really put their heart into this game, and it shows.
  35. Zwente
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    This isn't the best game ever made. But for an MMO it is almost perfectly created! You can tell that they learned from the mistakes in the first version of the game. Story is great, I actually feel like I have walked into the Final Fantasy world. The graphics are impressive and the battling system is much better than most MMOs. One of my favorite features is the great compatibility for aThis isn't the best game ever made. But for an MMO it is almost perfectly created! You can tell that they learned from the mistakes in the first version of the game. Story is great, I actually feel like I have walked into the Final Fantasy world. The graphics are impressive and the battling system is much better than most MMOs. One of my favorite features is the great compatibility for a game pad on PC. Overall, probably one of the best MMOs i have played!… Expand
  36. seasode
    Aug 30, 2013
    10
    This game is great. My only issue is that its a lot easier then old school MMOs. Ever since wow, every MMO feels too easy. Once they fix the server issues everything will be fine. Every online game has its server issues at launch. People need to get over it and stop acting like this is something new.
  37. Alerith
    Sep 2, 2013
    10
    Square-Enix seems to have won its gamble with Final Fantasy XIV's re-release. Coming strong out of version 1.0 with the '7th Umbral Era Event' storyline, Yoshida's development team seems to have hit the ground running.

    A Realm Reborn, formerly known as XIV 2.0, has become the game XIV was always meant to be. The world, the music, the storyline...ohhh the storyline.... Everything has    Square-Enix seems to have won its gamble with Final Fantasy XIV's re-release. Coming strong out of version 1.0 with the '7th Umbral Era Event' storyline, Yoshida's development team seems to have hit the ground running.

    A Realm Reborn, formerly known as XIV 2.0, has become the game XIV was always meant to be. The world, the music, the storyline...ohhh the storyline.... Everything has been reworked for the re-launch and the amount of change done to this game in such a short time-frame is nothing short of miraculous.

    Setting:
    Set in the world of Hydaelyn, on the continent of Eorzea, the game boasts beautiful and diverse zones for players to explore and adventure in. Gone is the copy-paste of 1.0's repetitive terrain and each zone now contains different elements making them unique from one another and giving a true sense of diversity. The greatest area to benefit from this change is probably The Black Shroud. Once nothing more than a maze of tunnels with trees out of reach, the zone has become a true forest area for the players of Gridania.

    Gameplay:
    Leaving 1.23+ in the original game, one could already tell that solid systems were being put into place. ARR expands upon these systems and what we end up with is a solid combat system, an enhnaced crafting/gathering system and an overall enjoyable experience. The start of the game feels a bit spammy, as you only have a few combat abilities that are supposed to be used, but the diversity in your skill set increases as you level up, rounding out very nicely by the end. The Limit Break system, while not very diverse, functions as it should and acts as a great method of strategy and as an "Ah hell..." button. While there isn't anything very innovative about the system, new and veteran MMO players alike will find the systems functional and enjoyable.

    Music:
    What can be said here that hasn't been said before? Square Enix has some of the most amazing composers in the industry on staff and it shines through in nearly all their games. ARR is no exception. The soundtracks are rich, diverse and the themes fitting with every scenario they are placed in. Just about anyone who plays can go on for hours about the quality of the music in the game, and the mood the themes set go perfectly with the depth of the story.

    Story:
    Ah the story. In true Square Enix fashion, the story turns into something phenomenal. It starts off rather slow, and I believe this is what Yoshida meant when he said he was making the game accessible to players who are new to MMOs. Once you reach a certain point, however, the story takes off into something that can only be described as magnificent. Without giving away too much, you'll see some familiar Final Fantasy enemies and a final boss worthy of the franchise title.

    All in all, Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a fantastic game and a credit to the company. It's proof that hard work can, and will, pay off and that even a sinking ship can be salvaged.

    *Note: Server issues are not taken into consideration as these temporary issues do not affect the overall game itself and a scheduled server patch is to take place 04/SEP/2013.    … Expand
  38. donuts842
    Sep 6, 2013
    10
    I know it had been said about a thousand times already, but this game is a million times better than the first. Better graphics, UI, framerate. I played the original about 2 days and had to stop. This one I can't put down.
  39. Aquilla
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    The negative reviews about server outages have been written literally 24 HOURS after release. It's obvious that some people are seriously damn impatient.
    As to the game: It's AMAZING. the graphics are great. the story is engaging, immersive, and hands-down the best story offered in a MMO recently. The gameplay is miles away from 1.0. The dungeons are well-designed, the bosses interesting,    The negative reviews about server outages have been written literally 24 HOURS after release. It's obvious that some people are seriously damn impatient.
    As to the game: It's AMAZING. the graphics are great. the story is engaging, immersive, and hands-down the best story offered in a MMO recently. The gameplay is miles away from 1.0. The dungeons are well-designed, the bosses interesting, and the difficulty curve expertly designed it starts out easy enough, but gets hard. I can imagine no better MMO to spend money on.    … Expand
  40. joshb120
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game is great. The story line is amazing, the combat is much more polished then version 1.0, and its a heck of a lot funner to play. Try it out! Dont listen to all the haters about the login issues and errors. These will be resolved and these people will have nothing to complain about.
  41. Jos848
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game as it stands try's to do nothing new, but tries to do it better than it's competitors.

    If you have played a MMO before everything will be familiar to you. It's game play is smooth and each class offers a different type of game play that you can switch on the fly. The graphics are superb, and the game play is smooth and fluid. The story quest is complex and follows a deep    This game as it stands try's to do nothing new, but tries to do it better than it's competitors.

    If you have played a MMO before everything will be familiar to you. It's game play is smooth and each class offers a different type of game play that you can switch on the fly.

    The graphics are superb, and the game play is smooth and fluid. The story quest is complex and follows a deep and twisting path trying to cover all points of what is going on within the world.

    The only downside to this game is that if you are within the EU your data centre is based in the US leading to a terrible delay at times.    … Expand
  42. Akabaneist
    Aug 28, 2013
    9
    Looking back to when the first version was released the game has truly been improved on all aspects imaginable. Before I start however, I want to point out I'm a huge fan of the SP FF series and the massive lore that comes with it.

    The new and shiny version of the game offers full support to everything you do and explains things as you advance through the colorful storyline, and when I    Looking back to when the first version was released the game has truly been improved on all aspects imaginable. Before I start however, I want to point out I'm a huge fan of the SP FF series and the massive lore that comes with it.

    The new and shiny version of the game offers full support to everything you do and explains things as you advance through the colorful storyline, and when I say everything I do mean EVERYTHING.
    One of the best things in my opinion is the fact that you never run out of things to do. You might be working on your skills in leatherworking and moments later find yourself chasing after a particular monster to grow your overall bank of slain enemy types. After felling your quarry you notice a group of players escorting a valuable asset to a specified location nearby and decide to join them in order to earn some extra cash and EXP.

    What really makes this game unique though is the option to make one character a real multitalent. You can train every single class and craft simply by joining the corresponding guild and after a LOT of hard work, master it. In addition, you can switch your current class at any time simply by switching your main weapon.

    Every single aspect of the game has been improved from the time of it's predecessor. The one point deduction from the total score I gave was only because of my own frustration after experiencing long login queues and even that is a problem that will surely be fixed after the server capacity is raised. I can only recommend the game to every mmorpg fan and suggest that you enter the world of Eorzea to discover the things it has to offer yourselves. Have fun!

    Although I would love to list everything that makes this game special right here I'm afraid the list would be too long for anyone to read through.    … Expand
  43. Jeimaiku
    Aug 27, 2013
    10
    A phenomenal game. This is the kind of MMO that MMO players have been waiting for, for a very long time. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it's a gorgeous game with a well made engine. It's so good that people are clamoring by the thousands to play.

    There have been server issues (which is common among every MMO launch), but it's anticipated they'll be resolved in a week and then there    A phenomenal game. This is the kind of MMO that MMO players have been waiting for, for a very long time. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it's a gorgeous game with a well made engine. It's so good that people are clamoring by the thousands to play.

    There have been server issues (which is common among every MMO launch), but it's anticipated they'll be resolved in a week and then there will be literally nothing that would make this game less than a 10.    … Expand
  44. crypticbutton
    Aug 30, 2013
    9
    Now that the majority of the kinks are fixed, it is a really enjoyable game. There is plenty to do and the and I can not see running out of things to do for a while. If you are a fan of the Final Fantasy series or just curious, buy the game play it for 30 days the decide. The story feels like a number FF game and wont disappoint.
  45. Whiskey78
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    This game is simply better than anything released recently. Combat isn't slow like I thought it might be, graphics are top notch, dungeons are great, and end game looks promising. The game is worth playing! And just a FYI the majority of negative comments so far pertains to not being able to log in consistently due to server over load. They have announced they are increasing the capacityThis game is simply better than anything released recently. Combat isn't slow like I thought it might be, graphics are top notch, dungeons are great, and end game looks promising. The game is worth playing! And just a FYI the majority of negative comments so far pertains to not being able to log in consistently due to server over load. They have announced they are increasing the capacity within the next week to fix this.… Expand
  46. sirojasb
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    it´s shiny, fresh and a traditional MMORPG at the same time, even at it´s early stage it´s recomendable to play, it´s years away from the previous failure version launched at 2010, even when the only entries xi and xiv),that are not traditional JRPG, like the other entries on the series making a diferent appeal and a diferent game experience, that make dislike to traditional fans of theit´s shiny, fresh and a traditional MMORPG at the same time, even at it´s early stage it´s recomendable to play, it´s years away from the previous failure version launched at 2010, even when the only entries xi and xiv),that are not traditional JRPG, like the other entries on the series making a diferent appeal and a diferent game experience, that make dislike to traditional fans of the series… Expand
  47. Hyde006
    Aug 28, 2013
    8
    Great game once you can actually logged into it (I can't give it a bad review just based on servers issues). The team did an awesome job revamping the entire game.
  48. Rivvr
    Sep 2, 2013
    10
    This game is great for what it is and for what it sets out do. Beyond that it is a very immersive and engaging fantasy world that Square Enix has created. After playing every MMO released since EQ and playing WoW for 6 years, this is the first game in a long time that has me excited for the long term. The combat isn't ground breaking but playing with the controller is excellent. TheThis game is great for what it is and for what it sets out do. Beyond that it is a very immersive and engaging fantasy world that Square Enix has created. After playing every MMO released since EQ and playing WoW for 6 years, this is the first game in a long time that has me excited for the long term. The combat isn't ground breaking but playing with the controller is excellent. The cross-bar system that have implemented is simply brilliant. You truly feel drawn to this world and I look forward to obliging it in the months to come.… Expand
  49. Yowser
    Sep 7, 2013
    9
    Fantastic graphics set in a Beautiful world. Very story driven. The Longer than usual GCD leads to a more tactical playstyle rather than button smashing, but even this can be reduced with in game stats and becomes less noticeable as you level higher. One of the most Impressive MMO's to come out in a very long time.
  50. Stellen
    Sep 18, 2013
    9
    A large, interesting, and engaging game, with a lot of gameplay options and variety. Lots of different classes and quests, good graphics, interesting fights, interesting storylines. IMO, this is the best MMO to have been released in years.
  51. TakeThePill
    Sep 10, 2013
    9
    Oh noes, guys, it's a "Wow Clone." We all know WoW was the first MMO, right?!

    Seriously, I'm impressed with the game. I left WoW for good reasons. Since leaving, ARR is the FIRST MMO I've actually enjoyed. Maybe it is nostalgia, or the beauty of the world. Or, simply because it takes fantasy to a level it deserves. I will continue to play this game for quite some time, and I only hope    Oh noes, guys, it's a "Wow Clone." We all know WoW was the first MMO, right?!

    Seriously, I'm impressed with the game. I left WoW for good reasons. Since leaving, ARR is the FIRST MMO I've actually enjoyed. Maybe it is nostalgia, or the beauty of the world. Or, simply because it takes fantasy to a level it deserves. I will continue to play this game for quite some time, and I only hope that SE continues to strive for excellence.    … Expand
  52. GarryRyder
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    Great masterpiece of MMO done! This game has remarkable graphics, mesmerizing storyline, amazing gameplay and etc. I have really enjoyed it. Square Enix have done a great job. Keep it up guys
  53. Taesaes
    Sep 11, 2013
    9
    I wasn't really looking forward to this game that much, it was more so my friends. I was... skeptical, with good reason of course. Yet I was assured by Square Enix, that they had fixed their previous mistakes. Well my friends, they most assuredly have. Many people are giving negative reviews simply on the basis that they couldn't or can't make characters on servers of their friends, or theI wasn't really looking forward to this game that much, it was more so my friends. I was... skeptical, with good reason of course. Yet I was assured by Square Enix, that they had fixed their previous mistakes. Well my friends, they most assuredly have. Many people are giving negative reviews simply on the basis that they couldn't or can't make characters on servers of their friends, or the server problems in general in the first week. They have fixed those issues, and you must remember that no mmo has ever had a smooth release (Rift being a 'too close to call' for this statement, but that is one mmo in countless). There are still many problems with this game, but with the crazy amount of end game at release, and the fact that they have promised major updates every 3 months, and we know that they are listening to our pleas of things wrong in this game (for example the repair bill costs being too high and they are addressing this in a patch today), and many other examples, this game is just too good to pass up. Once I started playing, I simply could not stop.

    Something to note, do not give up at lower levels... the system is a bit strange for the lower levels, since there is no 'fun' rotation system, it is most of the time for some classes hit one or two buttons. Later on, you have so many abilities, it is needed to have 30-40 keybinds, and you will use all of them, and your rotations become such a fun aspect of boss fights in order to maximize your dps. It is kind of annoying this doesn't happen till much later (I am talking around level 40 when your rotations become VERY fun), but still, the rest of the game is just great.    … Expand
  54. Clarence_L
    Sep 16, 2013
    9
    Generally agree with the positive reviews, I'm very much into the end game now and I enjoyed the mature community as opposed to many other MMOs.

    This MMO actually has a main storyline all the way from level 1-50 that's actually not a bore. Sure there are many people who are just here for a faced paced action MMO, like WoW's PVP etc, but FFXIV won't have PVP until the next patch in 2-3    Generally agree with the positive reviews, I'm very much into the end game now and I enjoyed the mature community as opposed to many other MMOs.

    This MMO actually has a main storyline all the way from level 1-50 that's actually not a bore. Sure there are many people who are just here for a faced paced action MMO, like WoW's PVP etc, but FFXIV won't have PVP until the next patch in 2-3 months time and it's really not the focus. But if you're one of those types that will give the story dialogue a chance you might actually find yourself drawn into the world and give a slight damn about it.

    Once I was drawn into the storyline I was hooked, ya there's a lot of filler, but what game doesn't have fetch quests? If not we'd beat the game in a month and move onto the next game, plus these fetch quests have you travelling (or teleporting if you're rich). I really love the armory system, with one character can I can be any class, I have a level 50 Paladin for tanking, and a lvl 31 White Mage for healing and if I feel like playing a DD class I have a few I tried for fun too. You might be thinking, why would I want to play the same game twice, but there's multiple starting towns and you can start somewhere else too, this really adds to replayability (at least for each starting town).

    Minus one point for FATEs which are a boring grind and give far too high a reward.    … Expand
  55. heatbr
    Dec 19, 2013
    10
    The game brings all loved features that a mmo need and go though. The game has a deep story, good customization and it made you addicted for it.
    One the most important for me is the multi-class and mastered classes. I don't need create a new char to start a new class and they combination the skills.
    Fight against the Primal, the quest/duty/fate system and the progression are very    The game brings all loved features that a mmo need and go though. The game has a deep story, good customization and it made you addicted for it.
    One the most important for me is the multi-class and mastered classes. I don't need create a new char to start a new class and they combination the skills.
    Fight against the Primal, the quest/duty/fate system and the progression are very balanced and the square heard theirs customers. Glade to see this piece of art game.    … Expand
  56. Watersson
    Feb 23, 2014
    9
    WoW Slayer - these two words can define this game. FF XIV is a beautiful game! Already I have not seen such a good graphic in the current-gen game. Soundtrack-eminent. Any hint of listening to me nicely. The same applies to the sounds of battle or music playing in the background. The most important thing is gameplay. THIS IS A G-R-E-A-T. During the game, we are exploring interesting andWoW Slayer - these two words can define this game. FF XIV is a beautiful game! Already I have not seen such a good graphic in the current-gen game. Soundtrack-eminent. Any hint of listening to me nicely. The same applies to the sounds of battle or music playing in the background. The most important thing is gameplay. THIS IS A G-R-E-A-T. During the game, we are exploring interesting and great locations. Quests are similar to those of other MMOs but here it is done very nicely. Creating a character and character classes and their skills are veeeeeeeeery interesting. The game is regrowth divine. Of course there are lag but it finally MMO. I would recommend it to every player. (Too bad the game is not F2P)… Expand
  57. EL1TE
    Oct 15, 2014
    8
    For the record my rating is: i like (10) and i don't like (0), not saying 10 is a perfect game, my ratings don't work like that, simply i either like, or i don't.

    What i like: The game has an interesting story with characters that make sense and that are not boring, the combat itself gets better as we level up despite having to grind a lot to get to level 50, the Primals are a good    For the record my rating is: i like (10) and i don't like (0), not saying 10 is a perfect game, my ratings don't work like that, simply i either like, or i don't.

    What i like: The game has an interesting story with characters that make sense and that are not boring, the combat itself gets better as we level up despite having to grind a lot to get to level 50, the Primals are a good challenge, the crafting and gather has some sense in this game and they are fun, the possibility to train and let him follow us and also color your own Chocobo is great, personal housing where we can put our trophies with items we get and by using them in craft, gather among other things, there's a good amount of Dungeons also, the classes itself i can say i have a lot of fun playing Monk, i also like Scholar and Black Mage.

    What i don't like: End game and Time between content patches. End Game is basically ONE dungeon with a few levels, at the current time we are on version 2.3 where the End Game is the Second Coil of Bahamut, a Dungeon that requires coordination by all party members, meaning if one fail is most likely going to be a wipe (Turn 6 might be an exception), however they introduce something called Weekly Limits, Weekly Limits are limitations that you can only get X item/Currency per week, limiting your progression, for example, each Turn of the Coil, drops Two gear items, however they are random despite each turn having it own loot table, and if you beat turn 6, you go to turn 7, you beat turn 7 and go 8 etc. You can't go back to beaten turns before weekly reset at Tuesdays, then there's the weekly limit for Tome currency which is used to trade for Coil equivalent stats-wise gear, however (excluding accessories) the amount of tomes you get per week isn't enough to buy a SINGLE armor pieces, not to mention the weapon that you need 3 Weeks to get it, which is insane, this is a CHEAP way not to allow people to progress by limiting them instead of adding new content.

    Time between content updates, currently it's been far more than promised, since the release of 2.0, we were promised content patches every 3 Months, except it goes for 4 Months, meaning that people have been doing their weekly stuff, which at this point pretty much all Hardcore players have, do coil, logout. This is a terrible thing to allow to happen, it's not healthy for the game.

    So why do i rate 10 (i like) with such limitations, well it's simple i used to play GW2 but it's been 2 Years doing the same, no expansions, they now sold some of their servers meaning the game sometimes lags hard making it unplayable, so yes, i don't have any other MMORPG to play at all, or i'd give this game a 0 as well, but since it's been 1 Year and fan fest is coming, and also 2.4 with a new class, i guess that's enough motivation.    … Expand
  58. enriquetobias
    Sep 10, 2013
    8
    I have played tons of MMOs before and this is not much different from the other ones, but I really enjoy it.
    I think this game nails alot of different aspects for and MMO to have success. It has ton of players, classes, jobs are nice, Gathering and crafting is almost the same as wow but makes it smoother.
    If you are an FF fan this will be no problem with you, you will like it, if you    I have played tons of MMOs before and this is not much different from the other ones, but I really enjoy it.
    I think this game nails alot of different aspects for and MMO to have success. It has ton of players, classes, jobs are nice, Gathering and crafting is almost the same as wow but makes it smoother.
    If you are an FF fan this will be no problem with you, you will like it, if you have experience with other MMOs and you dont have one right now give it a try    … Expand
  59. Drivedown
    Sep 29, 2013
    10
    This game has come a long way from the fiasco that was version 1.0. Overall, Square Enix has done a great job completely remaking the game and optimizing everything that failed in the first. And aside from the server issues during Early Access and the 1017 errors as of launch this game couldn't be any better.
  60. LiquidFrostbite
    Aug 22, 2014
    9
    Easily the best MMO out on the market right now for PVE. The game is not without it's flaws, namely PVP, but it's a fantastic game for any lover of MMO's. I am extremely impressed on how they turned around the game after the failure that was 1.0.

    In my opinion, it's the best looking MMO out right now. Everything from the graphics and animations, to the gameplay and dungeons is    Easily the best MMO out on the market right now for PVE. The game is not without it's flaws, namely PVP, but it's a fantastic game for any lover of MMO's. I am extremely impressed on how they turned around the game after the failure that was 1.0.

    In my opinion, it's the best looking MMO out right now. Everything from the graphics and animations, to the gameplay and dungeons is top-notch. The combat feels so incredibly fluid and polished.

    This is the one MMO that I constantly return to and I would highly recommend it to anyone that hasn't had the pleasure of trying it out.    … Expand
  61. EclipseEx
    Jan 10, 2014
    10
    I will break my review into segments:

    GRAPHICS: The visually quality of this game is stunning. I often find myself just staring at the beautiful design of the world around me. The game does extremely well at immersing you in this fantastic world they have created. Some of the best moments are when the weather effects come into play and seeing the lighting change. SOUND: The sound    I will break my review into segments:

    GRAPHICS:
    The visually quality of this game is stunning. I often find myself just staring at the beautiful design of the world around me. The game does extremely well at immersing you in this fantastic world they have created. Some of the best moments are when the weather effects come into play and seeing the lighting change.

    SOUND:
    The sound is probably my favourite part of the game. The music is so well done it is unbelievable. They hit the nail on the head with each track. In one of the forest cities my favourite track is played and it matches the lore of the city so well. I don't see how sound in a game could get any better than this.

    GAMEPLAY:
    The gameplay is more of your standard PC MMO style. You have your hotbar with skills and items on it. The skills work on a global cooldown system, so using one skill puts the others on cooldown. There are certain skills that break this definition and are not on global cooldown so you can use them immediately. What tends to break the monotony of just spamming your skills over and over is the need to dodge aoe attacks from most enemies post level 15. These attacks are usually extremely powerful and can cause you to die if you are not careful. It is also worth mentioning that dungeons in this game are not easy. Without a properly balanced party you will fail to complete the dungeons. If you think you can use 4 dps to clear a dungeon you are sorely mistaken. Luckily, the Duty Finder feature in the game makes it as easy as possible for you to find a balanced party.

    CLASSES/JOBS:
    I think it is important to bring up the class and job system that is in place because a lot of people find it confusing at first. There are 8 classes to choose from when you create your character: gladiator (sword and shield), marauder (two-handed axe), pugilist (hand to hand), archer (bow and arrow), thaumaturge (offensive magic), conjurer (healing magic), and arcanist (offensive/support magic). You will choose one of these when you create your character. Once you get your initial class to level 15 all the other classes will become available to you. The level system doesn't work with your character as in a normal game but through your classes. So you could be a level 30 Gladiator and a level 5 Archer. You switch your class simply by changing your weapon. The advantage of levelling up multiple classes on a single character instead of making multiple characters is to obtain cross class skills. So you can use some gladiator skills while playing your archer. This system also eliminates the need to create many characters to experience the different classes. Jobs are the 'advanced classes' so to speak. To obtain a job you must have the main class of the job at level 30 and the sub class at level 15. Jobs offer powerful specialized skills at the cost of cross class skills. Job level is tied to the level of its main class. So you do not level up a job the same as a class. The best way to think of a job is as a special piece of equipment (which it literally is) that gives you enhanced stats and skills.

    STORY:
    There is a main story quest line to go through which unlocks the main dungeons and boss fights. The story is relatively interesting but not overly so. One thing to note is that there is voice acting in some segments and usually it is sub-par. There are a couple interesting twists to look out for.

    OTHER:
    The previous issues they were having with the servers have been fixed. You shouldn't have any trouble accessing the game at this point.
    If you are a running fan of Final Fantasy you will enjoy this game even more as there are bits of fanservice to be found all over the place. From sound effects from previous games to the classic inclusion of Cid, Biggs, and Wedge you will pick up on many things that you are familiar with.    … Expand
  62. RedRhoc
    Jan 11, 2014
    8
    FFXIV: ARR is currently the best MMO on the market today. It is an MMO however, so it will have time-sinks and a certain amount of grind. The classes are great fun, the performance is great, animations are smooth and the gameplay can be really challenging. The writing for questlines and npc interaction is superb - without a doubt the best in any MMO I've played. If you like the genre, giveFFXIV: ARR is currently the best MMO on the market today. It is an MMO however, so it will have time-sinks and a certain amount of grind. The classes are great fun, the performance is great, animations are smooth and the gameplay can be really challenging. The writing for questlines and npc interaction is superb - without a doubt the best in any MMO I've played. If you like the genre, give it a go - I'd recommend it.… Expand
  63. Raygonsy
    May 2, 2014
    10
    I have been playing since the launch of ARR, almost 8 months a go and I must say it is one of the best balanced and polished MMO's I have ever played. The crafting is fun and rewarding however it doesn't make the best endgame gear so this may tern some people off. I see some people say dungeons and end game is just your skill rotations and and dodging red circles. While a lot of it isI have been playing since the launch of ARR, almost 8 months a go and I must say it is one of the best balanced and polished MMO's I have ever played. The crafting is fun and rewarding however it doesn't make the best endgame gear so this may tern some people off. I see some people say dungeons and end game is just your skill rotations and and dodging red circles. While a lot of it is there are plenty of other mechanics for bosses. Just for instance when you fight Diablo's there are 8 closed doors in the area where you fight him. Every door has a sign above it and has another door with the same sign above it so their in pairs.You have to time opening the matching doors when he does demi so your party gets sucked through one door and come out the other door and not get damaged. This is just one of many ways fights are more complicated. However it is latter based dungeon grind for the best loot so this may also tern some people off. FFXIV also has big updates every 3 months and a well written and fairly deep story worthy of other FF titles.… Expand
  64. redboxrazor
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    It has been a very long time since I've felt this kind of thrill. Combat is fast-paced and exciting, and the environments are breathtaking. I built a new PC so I could immerse myself in this game, and it was worth every penny. A huge improvement over 1.0, with a talented team who cares deeply about the game. I can't recommend this highly enough.
  65. Vexar180
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    As we are reviewing the game, not the servers it is based on... This game has fully brought me back into the MMORPG scene. I started with FFXI, moved to WoW, and have been looking for something since I left WoW:Cataclysm. This has finally filled that void! Feels like a final fantasy game in terms of story, amazing dungeon fights, killer bosses; just outstanding right from the start.
  66. HD32PLAY
    Sep 3, 2013
    9
    People giving this game a zero are simply raging please ignore them. From what I have played (albeit on the Japanese servers) this game looks and feels incredible. The world design and overall feel of the environment is simply top notch, while looking good it also performs well on my mediocre-high rig.

    In regards to game play, standard tab-targeting MMO basics are here, and not much    People giving this game a zero are simply raging please ignore them. From what I have played (albeit on the Japanese servers) this game looks and feels incredible. The world design and overall feel of the environment is simply top notch, while looking good it also performs well on my mediocre-high rig.

    In regards to game play, standard tab-targeting MMO basics are here, and not much else. Is this a bad thing To be honest I find the simplistic nature of the combat in the game very nice to play especially with a controller which this game does an almost perfect job at supporting. The launch has been shaky but this is to be expected with a game of this type, these issues are being resolved however, and people saying that the developers are "doing nothing" are simply impatient.

    I have had to come away from the game to write this review, partly because on a Japanese server I am not making any real progress, and partly because it is almost "too beautiful". Final Fantasy fans should play this game, MMO fans should play this game, heck even people that like going for walks in the countryside should play this game. Final Fantasy gives us just that, a fantasy world that is simply incredible, the game play is simplistic but enjoyable and easy to pick up. Wait a while (for the server issues to be resolved) and then play this game.    … Expand
  67. righin
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    I think that people who give low scores for the login problems are just stupid.
    The are often problems with the servers when a MMORPG is launched, it's NORMAL for the first week.
    The game itself is a masterpiece, i love it! Lot of things and contents, interesting story for a MMORPG, a lot of people playing, a lot of quests, dungeons, interesting class and job system, beautiful    I think that people who give low scores for the login problems are just stupid.
    The are often problems with the servers when a MMORPG is launched, it's NORMAL for the first week.

    The game itself is a masterpiece, i love it!
    Lot of things and contents, interesting story for a MMORPG, a lot of people playing, a lot of quests, dungeons, interesting class and job system, beautiful landscapes, and the limit breaks are epic... i love the music, too. It's just massive if we count the contents.
    For me it's one of the best MMORPGs.    … Expand
  68. JonnyBigBoss
    Aug 31, 2013
    9
    This is the best MMORPG since World of Warcraft. It's fun to play and feature-rich. Its only shortcomings are its slower-paced combat system and story mission inconsistency. Everything else about it is absolutely phenomenal.
  69. Draken3289
    Oct 21, 2013
    8
    Don't let all the negative scores fool you, this game has come a long way, but it has a long way to go. Even the giant, World of Warcraft, was not made overnight.

    Square Enix listens to its fans and delivers in time. People complain of grinding, but I don't know of any MMORPG that doesn't have some aspect of grinding. People complain that some things are generic. FFXIV isn't looking    Don't let all the negative scores fool you, this game has come a long way, but it has a long way to go. Even the giant, World of Warcraft, was not made overnight.

    Square Enix listens to its fans and delivers in time.

    People complain of grinding, but I don't know of any MMORPG that doesn't have some aspect of grinding. People complain that some things are generic. FFXIV isn't looking to change the game, it's just looking to make its mark on the genre.

    Calling this game a WoW clone is like calling Halo a CoD clone. Just because Halo is a first person shooter doesn't make it a clone of Call of Duty, which is also a first person shooter. FFXIV has, arguably, the same layout as WoW, but that is because it is what we have come to expect in the MMORPG game.

    To completely recreate the wheel is a task that isn't worth undertaking. Instead, do what you can to make it better.    … Expand
  70. CloudTheValkyre
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    A fun game, like vanilla WOW a lot, but with better music, a better story, and jobs. Don't forget that its Final Fantasy, too. I enjoyed it very much.
  71. Kaiaru
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    Awe-inspiring graphics and art direction, immersing story and environment, beautiful score and extremely addictive game-play. Square Enix maintains the Final Fantasy essence that seamlessly integrates into the MMO platform. One of the best interactive media experiences I've had so far.
  72. CoolMike90
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    It's unfortunate to see people giving the game such low scores due to the inability to log on and create characters. The site is made for actually reviewing the game itself and not bashing SE for getting an overwhelming amount of orders and players. Everyone who has been able to play this game for more than an hour has LOVED it and cannot stop playing. I've talked to people who have 10,It's unfortunate to see people giving the game such low scores due to the inability to log on and create characters. The site is made for actually reviewing the game itself and not bashing SE for getting an overwhelming amount of orders and players. Everyone who has been able to play this game for more than an hour has LOVED it and cannot stop playing. I've talked to people who have 10, 20, 30+ hours played so far and have almost nothing bad to say about it.

    I would give SE a week or two to work out any release issues that are going on and things will be smooth on-wards. Any large MMO that has such a large following has these kinds of issues all the time during release and even other online games such as when CoD MW3 came out, all have downtime and server issues and lag.

    Once again the game is great so far and don't let the negativity of others complaining about servers being down and such make you shy away from the game. These issues aren't permanent like as if the game was actually bad, which is permanent.    … Expand
  73. Acidosis
    Nov 24, 2013
    9
    The reason why I gave this game a 9/10 is because of the current uncertainty of the late game aspect of the game. Other than that, this game is solid. Graphically this game looks amazing, gameplay is good, lore (really FF) is fantastic, the sound track is mind blowing and this game is packed with people which people tend to forget! No one wants to play in a dead town. FFARR is one of theThe reason why I gave this game a 9/10 is because of the current uncertainty of the late game aspect of the game. Other than that, this game is solid. Graphically this game looks amazing, gameplay is good, lore (really FF) is fantastic, the sound track is mind blowing and this game is packed with people which people tend to forget! No one wants to play in a dead town. FFARR is one of the mmorpg out there and you should try it with your friends… Expand
  74. Belly
    Oct 30, 2013
    10
    This game has renewed my faith in the MMO genre, it's a very refreshing experience that brings a lot of good stuff to the table. It has a good fluent combat, a 'very' in depth class system where you can mix and match abilities across different classes and a huge world to explore and enjoy, it has everything for both the casual and the hardcore. Not to mention the graphics are gorgeous toThis game has renewed my faith in the MMO genre, it's a very refreshing experience that brings a lot of good stuff to the table. It has a good fluent combat, a 'very' in depth class system where you can mix and match abilities across different classes and a huge world to explore and enjoy, it has everything for both the casual and the hardcore. Not to mention the graphics are gorgeous to boot haha.… Expand
  75. 8ighty6ix
    Sep 10, 2013
    9
    First played FFXIV when it first launched as 1.0. Very pretty game, but other than that it felt like an alpha version of the game. Thankfully this game has reached what I would deem a launch ready state. If you are in the market for an MMORPG, look no further. This game is polished in almost every way with exciting content, diverse classes, and compelling story. The dungeons are unique andFirst played FFXIV when it first launched as 1.0. Very pretty game, but other than that it felt like an alpha version of the game. Thankfully this game has reached what I would deem a launch ready state. If you are in the market for an MMORPG, look no further. This game is polished in almost every way with exciting content, diverse classes, and compelling story. The dungeons are unique and interesting and the end game content is plentiful. This game earns the right to bill me monthly which is something I didn't think I'd enlist for ever again.… Expand
  76. foxsocks79
    Sep 8, 2013
    8
    The two main things that people should know when deciding to try this game are:
    1) this is not an mmo that reinvents the wheel, so if you are looking for something revolutionary you will be disappointed.
    2) The other thing is that this game is slow to start with and it isn't really until your character hits level 20 that the world really starts to open up. If neither of those two points    The two main things that people should know when deciding to try this game are:
    1) this is not an mmo that reinvents the wheel, so if you are looking for something revolutionary you will be disappointed.
    2) The other thing is that this game is slow to start with and it isn't really until your character hits level 20 that the world really starts to open up.
    If neither of those two points put you off then you should give this game a chance. I really like it for the following reasons:
    This game does a great job at capturing the essence of Final Fantasy, the classes, the enemies, the environments and especially the music all tie-in with the franchise. I also really like are the ability to change class at whim and the crafting, which again is not revolutionary, but is well thought out and fun.    … Expand
  77. Skals
    Sep 23, 2013
    10
    The best MMO I've played, hands down. I've put countless hours into WoW, and I've played almost every mainstream MMO in the west, and I have to say, this game has the best combat, and the least boring leveling system I've seen so far. The most important part to me of any MMO, would be the end game, and A Realm Reborn has a serious amount of difficult dungeons, raids, quests, as well asThe best MMO I've played, hands down. I've put countless hours into WoW, and I've played almost every mainstream MMO in the west, and I have to say, this game has the best combat, and the least boring leveling system I've seen so far. The most important part to me of any MMO, would be the end game, and A Realm Reborn has a serious amount of difficult dungeons, raids, quests, as well as other challenges for you to complete once you reach level 50. The boss fights are amazing, most of them feel new and innovative, and they are always challenging. And now, only a few weeks into the release of the game, they have already announced the first patch, that will bring even more end-game raids and dungeons, as well as many other features. This MMO is looking very promising indeed.… Expand
  78. AmongstYou
    Sep 25, 2013
    9
    Final Fantasy XIV was a hugely botched opportunity, and one that Square themselves saw so much potential in, that they decided to apologize for their mistakes, and try again. The result? A well crafted, refined, and incredibly fun MMO RPG that both Final Fantasy fans and MMO fans can enjoy, without being simplified and dumbed down. Though not flawless, this is a game you'll be playing forFinal Fantasy XIV was a hugely botched opportunity, and one that Square themselves saw so much potential in, that they decided to apologize for their mistakes, and try again. The result? A well crafted, refined, and incredibly fun MMO RPG that both Final Fantasy fans and MMO fans can enjoy, without being simplified and dumbed down. Though not flawless, this is a game you'll be playing for ages, whether it's alone, or with friends.… Expand
  79. DexterMorgan
    Sep 10, 2013
    9
    Good game. Work on the targeting system though. I'm a bit disappointed with the lack of voice acting, but I can get over that. It would be nice if monsters took priority over players during Fates, at least for DDs. Maybe have an option to turn on which take priority.
  80. ApexHeights
    Sep 21, 2013
    9
    As a fan of the Final Fantasy series, I will do my best to ignore any bias I may have, that being said..

    I find the game to be enjoyable to play with a nice mix of the final fantasy flavor and MMO play style. The graphics are absolutely gorgeous, the combat (while a bit stale in the early levels) will feel familiar to MMO veterans while providing a new feel with the 2.5 second Global    As a fan of the Final Fantasy series, I will do my best to ignore any bias I may have, that being said..

    I find the game to be enjoyable to play with a nice mix of the final fantasy flavor and MMO play style. The graphics are absolutely gorgeous, the combat (while a bit stale in the early levels) will feel familiar to MMO veterans while providing a new feel with the 2.5 second Global Cooldown (which makes for more planned combat, fitting to the Final Fantasy gameplay).

    I would say my largest gripe with the game is the lacking in voice acting. While where it is present, the voice acting is flawless, I find it to be a rare and sort of random occurrence.

    The crafting and gathering are so unique in this game I can't decide what to do when I log on. There are no restrictions in what you can choose to do on your character. If you want to craft your way to level cap in each profession, expect no limitations.

    For me the best part about the game is it's uniqueness in it's progression and allowance of options. You can use one character to level from 1 50 each class, advance class, gathering skill, and crafting skill. There is so much content to enjoy. I highly recommend this game.    … Expand
  81. TheDeathWish
    Oct 26, 2013
    10
    Besides your usual gold sell sites this game is NOT PAY TO WIN. Awesome. Only can pay subscription.

    Set previous version aside: This game is wonderful, Beautiful world vibrant colors and like a Final Fantasy world. Easy to catch on and easy to play. Fate Events are nice and lots people doing them. Dungeons are very enjoyable, tough but not overwhelming. Lots of things to do to keep you    Besides your usual gold sell sites this game is NOT PAY TO WIN. Awesome. Only can pay subscription.

    Set previous version aside: This game is wonderful, Beautiful world vibrant colors and like a Final Fantasy world. Easy to catch on and easy to play. Fate Events are nice and lots people doing them. Dungeons are very enjoyable, tough but not overwhelming. Lots of things to do to keep you busy till they release more content. Be nice to see what pvp will have to over and to have spoken the words "to have the biggest guild and player housing in MMORPG history" is bold to make. Game runs well on max on gtx 570. Great music and great voice overs.

    Tho the game is lacking inventory sorting to be fixed in next large content release. Free Companies(Guild) has a great start and hope to see more on this topic.

    I Come from F2P games where you can spend $200 in such a short time and rather spend money on a game that has all included for monthly cost    … Expand
  82. Kafiro
    Oct 29, 2013
    10
    The best MMO I've ever played. The story is awesome, the gameplay is amazing, the details are gorgeous. The realm really reborn. The quest system is incredible, the Duty Find works well. And it's not just a game, or a MMO, now they gave us a Final Fantasy game.
  83. iceblade1469
    Nov 10, 2013
    9
    Incredible game. This game is a good thing to come home from work or school and play until you go to sleep. Not many action-packed parts in the game, but the awe-inspiring graphics make up for that. All together, the game is great. Only thing i did not like is the constant maintenance's. There are so many of these un-needed maintenance's and at times that i actually play the game.
  84. Roshi
    Nov 25, 2013
    9
    Game fixed. Final Fantasy XIV Online: A Realm Reborn is now a game on the right track to be worthy of final fantasy xi. the game has been rebooted from the ground up and is well worth another try if you liked final fantasy xi but hated the first version of this game.
  85. Pork_chops
    Oct 10, 2013
    9
    I've played World of Warcraft, I've played Star Wars: The Old Republic, Guild wars 2, and I've played Star Trek Online. But Final Fantasy is by far my favourite MMORPG. I won't lie, it isn't a great departure from the stock standard MMO model, but what drew me in is the class system, the graphics, and the way the world feels.

    That's not to say it's without faults. The UI is really    I've played World of Warcraft, I've played Star Wars: The Old Republic, Guild wars 2, and I've played Star Trek Online. But Final Fantasy is by far my favourite MMORPG. I won't lie, it isn't a great departure from the stock standard MMO model, but what drew me in is the class system, the graphics, and the way the world feels.

    That's not to say it's without faults. The UI is really clunky, and takes quite some time to figure out, and anyone with a PC that's not quite gamer level is going to enjoy sudden spikes in FPS. Figuring out where to quest can be a real pain in the neck, and a lot of quests have been translated poorly from Japanese to English, meaning you'll be doing what the quest text says, but getting nowhere.

    There could be a part of fan boyism in this post, since I've been a long time Final Fantasy fan, so take it as you will. But if you're looking for a good, multiplayer game, and you have the hardware to support it, I'd recommend at least giving it a go.    … Expand
  86. Zzzlol94
    Nov 16, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally, after 2 years with LotRO being a pain in the ass and more boring and buggy than ever, a replacement has come. Perfect replacement. During the beta I got to play until lvl 15 or so, not getting into crafting or anything, which was also a great period but with poor optimization for graphics so it was quite laggy. Most importantly, I had no issues with the game at all. In the final release, the game was optimized and can be run with everything maxed out at 1920x1200 on a GTX 680 and an i7-920 at 60-90FPS.

    As a solo PvE player and leveling addict, this game is absolutely at the top of my to do list. There are lots of quests to do during leveling up the first class and enough to be at a proper level compared to the quests and the location you're at. If I would come to the situation where I'm in lack of quests, Square Enix has absolutely made it brilliant by implementing the FATE system. It's great for leveling up as they are common and give out a solid chunk of exp, at least during the lower levels. The quests are also varied enough and exciting enough to not be repetitive.

    One big thing too is traveling. It's ridiculously easy to get to anywhere in the game. At the start of playing it does cost a little much, but it seems like that will be no issue when you're starting to play the game a lot. 5 seconds from anywhere and you're suddenly at another place. Aethernet is also a brilliant way of getting around in a capital quickly and easily, well, it could be even easier if you could travel via the map and not a list over aethernet spots.

    Also a brilliant thing in the game is that you're not bound to anything. Pretty much, you're only bound to the look of the character you've created. You can change classes like *snap*. You can be any class on a single character. If you'd even like, getting every single class to level 50 on a single character, then having absolutely no need to relog for a different character. Only issue, gear sets may become chaotic... or would they? One brilliant feature is also the gear set list, where you can swap between classes or even different gear sets in a *snap*. You'd think that you won't have enough space for all this gear, but no, you have 25 slots for every type of gear, which results in 325 slots dedicated to weapons, amour and jewelry. No one likes to run out of inventory space

    Speaking barely of crafting. Whoa, crafting can actually be a bit more than just click on a button while having the proper resources and wait a few seconds. Having a set of skills you have to use to craft items is quite interesting and fun at first. Could become repetitive, but they still have the old fashioned way of crafting in case when you want to be AFK while its crafting loads of things.

    When you get to about lvl 20 and done the lvl 20 main scenario quest to enter a grand company and get a chocobo, the gameplay really softens up and becomes much better. There are just so many things done right with the game to be mentioned that it should just be experienced to get the full package.

    There are however a few issues I find annoying sometimes. Living in EU and playing on a european server, the server is located in NA, which adds on to the major issue with lag. Having a 200ms lag to the server, there's also another 300ms added onto that. Which results in everything you interact with takes a second to respond and every induction doesn't get interrupted after almost a second you've tried to interrupt it by moving. OHKO AoE attacks from bosses can be an issue for the slower players, as it can seem like you're out of the circle in time, but you're still getting KO'd. So it's not a perfect game, but looking away from the lag, it's damn near. Network lag causes this to be 9 instead of 10.    … Expand
  87. RTS
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    Take note, majority of the negative reviews were written by the cry baby nerds who couldn't get on during the launch day. I'm actually kind of glad it was difficult to get on, just goes to show how popular this game was and STILL is. Don't listen to these negative ones, for the most part it's just a bunch of lifeless nerds whose lives revolve around games getting pissed off because theyTake note, majority of the negative reviews were written by the cry baby nerds who couldn't get on during the launch day. I'm actually kind of glad it was difficult to get on, just goes to show how popular this game was and STILL is. Don't listen to these negative ones, for the most part it's just a bunch of lifeless nerds whose lives revolve around games getting pissed off because they couldn't long on when the game first started. It's a FINAL FANTASY game in MMO form, what did you think was going to happen? We knew it would be popular but had no idea it would do this well. My only issue with the game at first was the map and locating the missions once i picked them up. After i got passed the map issues this game just flows like a stream. Missions seem repetitive but that just comes with the MMO package. I've seen other MMORPG's played and just never found them interesting, figured since i was a fan of the FF series this would be the place to start. Over all for the most part I enjoy it and when you have friends on the same servers where you can share quests with it's even better. If i could change anything about this game it would be more voice acting and adding a voice chat for players in a party or dungeon quest to chat. Lets face it, the new FF games are no where close as good as the classics, but for one of the newer generation titles in MMO form this one is pretty good in my book.… Expand
  88. Mudget
    Oct 19, 2013
    9
    Probably the most fun I've had in a MMORPG in a long time. Has definitely kept my attention longer than Guild Wars 2, Tera, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, or Rift. Best graphics bar-none in a MMORPG. I'm still constantly saying 'wow' at the lighting, texture, architecture, day/night & weather effects. It's fun to get new items not just because they improve my character, but because theyProbably the most fun I've had in a MMORPG in a long time. Has definitely kept my attention longer than Guild Wars 2, Tera, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, or Rift. Best graphics bar-none in a MMORPG. I'm still constantly saying 'wow' at the lighting, texture, architecture, day/night & weather effects. It's fun to get new items not just because they improve my character, but because they are unique looking. Underneath it all, it's pretty much your standard grind with a story woven through it. People complaining about the constant cut scenes just have a short attention span they're fine and are the only thing keeping this from being -just- a grind. A remarkable level of polish, come to be expected from Square Enix. I didn't play the prior version, glad I missed it, starting this fresh has been a blast. One character can hold all the classes in the game, just switch out your weapon and -voila- you go from being a warrior to a wizard or a ranger to a monk or any of the many tradeskill classes (which are their own games unto themselves). I've still created two characters, one to do all my melee stuff, the other for caster stuff, primarily to handle inventory better. All the separate items (especially tradeskill items) can build up fast. Battle are fairly standard fare, think WoW, but it feels much more organic and certainly more 'lifelike' for a fantasy world. Animations are great. In the higher levels, the dungeons absolutely require strategy and cohesive teamwork, and this can make for a wonderful experience or a horrible one. My first character was a healer, and there's a lot of healer-hate until you learn the ropes. Once past that hurdle, it's rewarding to become good at this game. On the other hand, you can certainly solo much of the game (but to advance the storyline you'll have to team up at certain points, and that's where, occasionally, people hit a wall). The team finding mechanism works great, always pairing a tank, a healer, and two dps classes, and it doesn't take long at all to get into most dungeons. There are occasional wait times, though. Fates are the random open-world dynamic events that happen, and people farm these for experience regularly. They are, in fact, more popular than the dungeons, and this is too bad. They should reverse the risk/reward and make dungeons more valuable to explore and complete, and lessen the payoff of Fates. But between the Fates, the dungeons, the storyline, the side quests, and the quite good tradeskilling system, you are almost never at a loss for something to do. End game is a bit lacking right now but there are promises for more content, including PvP, treasure hunts, epic difficulty dungeons/bosses, and so forth, along with housing and a few more classes on the horizon, so I do see this game lasting. If you hate the grind of WoW, you might not enjoy this. It's still the 'oldschool' way of MMORPGs in that respect. But it's delivered beautifully enough to keep most people sticking around. The story, while not terribly deep, is still fun to watch play out over the course of the adventure. And it's very intuitive from the get-go, with great UI customization and easy-to-pick-up mechanics and controls. Finally, I got the game a while after its shaky release, when people couldn't log on for long stretches, and I haven't had a single issue with logging on or finding parties, or anything, really. It's a very stable, very fun game. I highly suggest it.… Expand
  89. Scypheroth
    Oct 17, 2013
    8
    A very on par game with every other MMORPG out there. it has basically become a WoW clone. Tab targeting, fetch quests and simple non complicated game play and boss battles make this game one of MANY WoW clones out there that have tried to achieve there success. If you liek a basic no brainier MMORPG (like WoW) this ones for you!
  90. ookami
    Sep 30, 2013
    9
    I've played many an online game, SWG, SWTOR, WoW, City of Heroes, etc. I never had the chance to play v1 of FFXIV, but I am very much enjoying v2.

    They did everything right with gameplay and mechanics, and the musical score is outstanding the first MMO where I don't play my own music in the background. Learn anything without restriction, Magician? Go for it. Monk? You bet. Crafting    I've played many an online game, SWG, SWTOR, WoW, City of Heroes, etc. I never had the chance to play v1 of FFXIV, but I am very much enjoying v2.

    They did everything right with gameplay and mechanics, and the musical score is outstanding the first MMO where I don't play my own music in the background.

    Learn anything without restriction, Magician? Go for it. Monk? You bet. Crafting does the same thing, Goldsmith? Sure, Leatherwork? No problem! I do very much enjoy this aspect. That being said it took me about 17 levels to really start enjoying it. I was able to get into SWG and WoW and TOR because I knew the backstory. I knew nothing going into this and it took 16 levels or so to get an idea of what was going on. That was difficult because I nearly gave up after level 10 and I'm glad I didn't. It was worth pushing forward.

    For those who complain about the sub fee I really don't understand. How many games a month do you buy? 1 month at least I bet. You would rather pay $60 a month buying a new game than $15 a month? Really? I really detest the Free 2 Play system and I have yet to play an MMO that has done it right. I don't mind paying a sub fee.

    My only real complaints with this game is the storyline is a little hard to get into for me and I tack it onto my other complaint which is the naming system. NPC names, town names etc. They've made it so foreign and hard to pronounce that I can't be bothered, as if someone banged their head on a keyboard and said, ok that's a name! I can do that too you know? "Hail Adventurer! My name is Ggjweriopt!" See what I did? Now my head hurts and I will never remember that name or care to.    … Expand
  91. wyzeguyy
    Oct 6, 2013
    8
    Lets not kid ourselves here, Realm Reborn is a generic MMORPG in terms of how the game-play is. The main thing that the game did right though was that it did not cater to casuals, and is really meant for the hardcore player who is willing to sink time into the game to get that ultimate MMORPG experience. If you've been around the block with MMORPGs and want to go back to the old days ofLets not kid ourselves here, Realm Reborn is a generic MMORPG in terms of how the game-play is. The main thing that the game did right though was that it did not cater to casuals, and is really meant for the hardcore player who is willing to sink time into the game to get that ultimate MMORPG experience. If you've been around the block with MMORPGs and want to go back to the old days of hard content this is definitely worth your time. Check it out and play with some friends!… Expand
  92. Dorana
    Sep 26, 2013
    9
    This game has some of the best graphics on MMORPG's to date.
    Sure there can be some extra details added but the general textures are amazing.
    The game had some issues at launch as well as some capacity issues during Beta. However I have since then only experienced login queue message twice since I started playing it again post release. The questing is as with all MMORPG's    This game has some of the best graphics on MMORPG's to date.
    Sure there can be some extra details added but the general textures are amazing.

    The game had some issues at launch as well as some capacity issues during Beta.
    However I have since then only experienced login queue message twice since I started playing it again post release.

    The questing is as with all MMORPG's repetitive to a certain amount, this however doesn't bother me since the environment is appealing to look at and the soundtrack is up to final fantasy standards even if it's not done by Nobuo Uematsu.

    The story line of this game has also been very good and it really helps feeling that your character is performing and evolving.

    Some might consider it a downgrade that you can only have 1 character server. However this has an advantage, alt characters are more or less non existing, removing the clutter of starting zones. they are populated but not infested.

    the system also allows you to have multiple classes on the same character, as has been the case in previous FF titles as well. This allows you to have a more custom based game play and it will allow you to "borrow" various skills from your other roles. However the effectiveness is somewhat lesser if your stats are not at par with the original skill tree of the spell, so a Tank character may have a heal spell but it will not be as effective as if having a team mate with you.    … Expand
  93. yvetle
    Sep 27, 2013
    10
    It's been a long time since I've had this much fun on an MMO and this much fun sustained for a long period of time. A lot of recent MMOs have been fun for short periods of time, but get boring fast or upon finishing the endgame.

    The game looks beautiful, runs great. The gameplay is really fun--traditional Holy Trinity but still exciting. The dungeons are easy until about level 28, then    It's been a long time since I've had this much fun on an MMO and this much fun sustained for a long period of time. A lot of recent MMOs have been fun for short periods of time, but get boring fast or upon finishing the endgame.

    The game looks beautiful, runs great. The gameplay is really fun--traditional Holy Trinity but still exciting. The dungeons are easy until about level 28, then they get progressively more challenging and start to rely more and more on player self-awareness and teamwork. Very fun!    … Expand
  94. Uzumakitony
    Oct 1, 2013
    8
    It still has a lot of work to do but comparing it to the former 'woeful' releases, this is EPIC. I The graphics are sound, the gameplay is pretty great too. The storyline still has a long way to go but that's not the point. Overall it has been a success
  95. k0ng
    Nov 2, 2013
    10
    Simply the best MMO experience I have had to date. Great visuals, compelling story quest, excellent available levelling options and an engaging crafting system, with a beautifully tuned endgame (that, after a good few months remains unbeaten) I shall be continuing to pay my hard earned subscription for many months to come. Thumbs up SE!!
  96. Ra1nMak3r
    Feb 6, 2014
    9
    Although Zoned, the game is amazing. The graphics are mindblowing. The cross-platform idea is genius and it is nice to discuss with console gamers or see how good they are playing an mmo with a controller. The bossfights are challenging (ESPESIALY FOR ME THAT **** GARUDA) cause they need excelent team co-ordination and strategy. And there are more than 2 strategies most of the times. TheAlthough Zoned, the game is amazing. The graphics are mindblowing. The cross-platform idea is genius and it is nice to discuss with console gamers or see how good they are playing an mmo with a controller. The bossfights are challenging (ESPESIALY FOR ME THAT **** GARUDA) cause they need excelent team co-ordination and strategy. And there are more than 2 strategies most of the times. The game feels magical and captivating low-level which is good since the game primarily wants your subscription. However the fact that there is little to no voice-acting isn't that great, however I know how great this cost may be. A realy good alternative to wow and I would love to see where they take this game in 2-3 years.… Expand
  97. doogs
    Dec 17, 2015
    9
    As someone who has never properly paid a Final Fantasy game let alone an MMORPG, I have to say I have had some of the best fun in a long time playing this game. I'll be honest, it is a very foreboding thing, starting a new Final Fantasy MMORPG. I had help from a friend who owned it and he showed the ropes. I highly recommend if you have a friend who's plays this then try and get on aAs someone who has never properly paid a Final Fantasy game let alone an MMORPG, I have to say I have had some of the best fun in a long time playing this game. I'll be honest, it is a very foreboding thing, starting a new Final Fantasy MMORPG. I had help from a friend who owned it and he showed the ropes. I highly recommend if you have a friend who's plays this then try and get on a server with them; it's much easier to get into when you have the support. With endless play-time, a beautiful world, characters and soundtrack, this is truly an awesome game to play.

    As a side note; I also want to add that I had never played a paid subscription game before until now and I can say without a doubt that it is totally worth it. Also if you have a friend who plays it they may always be able to give you a free trial.    … Expand
  98. herbosoft
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    This just might be the best Final Fantasy in my books. The soundtrack, the story, the dungeons, classes/jobs are all amazing. Well done Square Enix. I will be playing this one for a long time!
  99. KrytyNiekrytyk
    Aug 11, 2015
    10
    Good battle system, great animations, unbelievable plot, epic music, pretty graphic. This is best mmorpg of all time, and one of the best games ever made. One minus - incredible expensive.
    Graphic - 10/10
    Audio - 10/10
    Plot - 10/10
    Gameplay - 9/10
    Overall rating - 10/10
    Best. Game. Ever.
  100. icometobot
    Aug 10, 2015
    10
    The best and far most fun mmo out there. You have to work your ass off to get good gears and the environment is VERY friendly. You can combine your skills and change to whatever classes you like. My classes consists of ninja, monk, and dragoon. I recommend this game to everyone and most of my friend quit the horrible game elsword and decided to play here and got hook. The dungeons, raids,The best and far most fun mmo out there. You have to work your ass off to get good gears and the environment is VERY friendly. You can combine your skills and change to whatever classes you like. My classes consists of ninja, monk, and dragoon. I recommend this game to everyone and most of my friend quit the horrible game elsword and decided to play here and got hook. The dungeons, raids, and pvp all consist on all servers not just one server alone. However, DPS classes will have to wait for a bit longer than tanker and healer classes UNLESS you have a full party with friends then it will be more fun. The graphics is beautiful and the content is extremely nice. My server is Coeurl. But it doesn't matter because you still que up with different people from all over different servers. Rarely salty people because people learned how to help each others. I believe REAL fun mmo is monthly subscription unlike those play for free **** and buy to win and look good mmo's.… Expand
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#33 Best PC Game of 2013
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#19 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#31 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. Hyper Magazine
    Dec 28, 2013
    80
    Full of enough adventure, daring-do and chocobos to make any MMO fan happy. [Jan 2014, p.72]
  2. Gaming Nexus
    Nov 13, 2013
    85
    A Realm Reborn is such a substantial change from the original game that it merits a second look if you hated the first release. So much has changed for the better, and it has resulted in one of the most polished MMORPGs out there today.
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  3. PCGamesN
    Nov 6, 2013
    80
    The completionist in me is nearly overwhelmed with the sheer amount of things to do in A Realm Reborn. Square Enix really do deserve praise for not only fixing the issues of the original game, but far exceeding their goal.
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