Final Fantasy XIV Online: A Realm Reborn

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  1. Unoskd
    Sep 7, 2023
    6
    The main story quest starts off very slowly.
    The dungeons feel like they stretch on endlessly and, in my opinion, are rather tedious and somewhat boring in their design.
    It's only when you reach around Level 35 and travel to Coerthas that the story starts to get interesting. It picks up again later when you directly attack the Garleans, etc. That's all good storytelling, but as I said,    The main story quest starts off very slowly.
    The dungeons feel like they stretch on endlessly and, in my opinion, are rather tedious and somewhat boring in their design.
    It's only when you reach around Level 35 and travel to Coerthas that the story starts to get interesting. It picks up again later when you directly attack the Garleans, etc. That's all good storytelling, but as I said, the beginning feels incredibly sluggish.

    Graphics are a mixed bag.
    Customization options for playable characters definitely need improvements, particularly in the areas of facial features, body size (in the case of the Elezen the neck), and long hairstyles.
    Personally, I'm not a huge fan of the nature and creatures in the world. The animals look unnatural, with some having twisted spines and the landscapes sometimes appear a bit colorless and static.

    Player housing is great, but I don't like that players are forced to maintain a subscription if they want a proper house instead of just an apartment. Additionally, it's very annoying that you can't place an unlimited number of items and that you can't freely place items on top of other items.

    7/10, solid game, but there's plenty of room for improvement.    … Expand
  2. Ser3ndip1ty
    Aug 22, 2023
    5
    Good traditional MMO. Good 100 hours in with friends chatting. But to be honest, most of time playing the game itself is boring.
  3. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Good MMO! I'm not exactly a big fan of that monthly subscription fee (sometimes I just want to chill for a weekend and be done with that) but I reckon that is what makes this game possible as it is. There can be some boring quest in the MSQ, but as a whole I think this game is one of the best of its kind. There's a great content diversity and you mmay always have something different to do.
  4. MetaKritiker90
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    This is honestly the very best MMO on the market.
    The community is sooooooo friendly and welcoming! This game respects your time, you barely miss out on anything when you take a break. It's so worth to get into!
    This is also the most expansive, feature complete free trial that you can soon play until level 70 and it includes two critically acclaimed expansions with all content for    This is honestly the very best MMO on the market.
    The community is sooooooo friendly and welcoming! This game respects your time, you barely miss out on anything when you take a break. It's so worth to get into!
    This is also the most expansive, feature complete free trial that you can soon play until level 70 and it includes two critically acclaimed expansions with all content for absolutely free!    … Expand
  5. alonsie
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    after a realm reborn everything gets better. best mmorpg ive ever played and i played all of the big games
  6. triffy
    Jul 28, 2023
    1
    Boring Slogfest. It’s boring. It’s repetitive. It’s not fun. I fall asleep and can’t play for more than a quest at a time. Apparently it gets good after 60+ or more. A Yawn Reborn is not for me.
  7. Light_Ain
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    I tried the game twice before and was confused, had a friend help me out the last time and wow. The game is a little slow story wise at the start but the ending and post story that leads to the next expansion was incredible.
  8. ersonic
    Jul 6, 2023
    0
    de los peores mmo que he jugado en mi vida. todas las misiones iguales. caminatas de 20 minutos para hablar con un npc y volver a caminar otros 20 minutos coger un objeto del suelo y que aparezca un bicho para matar. no tiene más durante 40 horas horribles.
  9. meru
    Jul 6, 2023
    1
    How long can your game be boring before it gets good?

    After my first hundred hours in the game, I asked my guild a question. (All of them are great people, by the way.) I asked these people who loved playing the game when the fantastic role-playing experience everyone was talking about will start. They seriously wanted to help me and totally understood the question. They had a    How long can your game be boring before it gets good?

    After my first hundred hours in the game, I asked my guild a question. (All of them are great people, by the way.)

    I asked these people who loved playing the game when the fantastic role-playing experience everyone was talking about will start. They seriously wanted to help me and totally understood the question. They had a discussion among themselves and could not decide if you had to drudge through 300 hours of boredom, or if it was more like 500 hours, before the game gets good.

    I was sad to tell them good-bye.    … Expand
  10. Keyxlime
    Jun 27, 2023
    8
    Para nunca haber jugado antes un MMORPG, mi experiencia fue fascinante. Yoshi P supo como rescatar un juego que estaba perdido. Tiene un comienzo muy tedioso y definitivamente el poner cinematicas que no se pueden saltar en actividades grupales durante la fase final del juego no fue un acierto
  11. Tintler
    Jun 25, 2023
    8
    2015'den beri, her expansion çıktığı dönem 3 ay kadar oynarım. Sadece ana senaryo için dahi oynanır o kadar kaliteli bir yapım. Müzikleri, sosyal öğeleri, raidleri başarılı. Gözümde başarısız olduğu konu ise glamour sistemi, artık edindiğiniz ekipmanın direkt olarak kaydedecek şekilde ve sınırsız olacak şekilde bir sisteme geçilmesi gerekiyor. Bunun dışında default oyunun renk paleti kötü,2015'den beri, her expansion çıktığı dönem 3 ay kadar oynarım. Sadece ana senaryo için dahi oynanır o kadar kaliteli bir yapım. Müzikleri, sosyal öğeleri, raidleri başarılı. Gözümde başarısız olduğu konu ise glamour sistemi, artık edindiğiniz ekipmanın direkt olarak kaydedecek şekilde ve sınırsız olacak şekilde bir sisteme geçilmesi gerekiyor. Bunun dışında default oyunun renk paleti kötü, üçüncü parti uygulamalarla düzeltilebiliyor. 7.0 patchiyle bunu da düzelteceklerini umuyorum.… Expand
  12. giorgicorgi
    Jun 17, 2023
    5
    I think I've met more people in this game than I have in any other game. Great MMO, great soundtrack, great people
  13. WaraWana
    Jun 2, 2023
    9
    Reviewing after 500 hours over 8 years from the perspective of a casual player who has played 1k hours of Wow (also casually). This game is amazing fun as a huge fan of games where players need to socialise and or cooperate to overcome challenges. The community is mostly quite positive and fun to interact with. There is so much freedom of how you want to play. And this isn't just in combatReviewing after 500 hours over 8 years from the perspective of a casual player who has played 1k hours of Wow (also casually). This game is amazing fun as a huge fan of games where players need to socialise and or cooperate to overcome challenges. The community is mostly quite positive and fun to interact with. There is so much freedom of how you want to play. And this isn't just in combat style either. You could just spend hours playing with friends at the in-game casino. Huge amount of hard content for those who love punishing themselves and truly working well as a team. Huge story to chew through too.
    If you love Final Fantasy and MMOs then I recommend giving this a try!
    Played on PS4, PS5 and PC. Thank you for reading. Enjoy Gaming.    … Expand
  14. Triblue
    May 22, 2023
    9
    Je detestes les mmo. Je détestes le medival fantasy. J’adores ce jeu il est exceptionnel
  15. KiwiKeanu
    May 17, 2023
    10
    Alot of filler but good story to introduce you to the world and set the ground work to expand on in future expansions
  16. Anthonyi
    Apr 7, 2023
    8
    While it may start off a bit slow, the game gradually picks up the pace and evolves into a thrilling adventure that will have you hooked for hours on end.

    One of the things I appreciate most is the complexity of its story. As you progress through the game, you'll encounter a plethora of memorable characters and engaging plotlines that will keep you invested from start to finish. The    While it may start off a bit slow, the game gradually picks up the pace and evolves into a thrilling adventure that will have you hooked for hours on end.

    One of the things I appreciate most is the complexity of its story. As you progress through the game, you'll encounter a plethora of memorable characters and engaging plotlines that will keep you invested from start to finish. The battle against Gaius and Nero is just one of many highlights in this tale, and meeting Graha'Tia and exploring the Crystal Tower is an experience that will stay with you long after you've turned off your computer.

    But Final Fantasy 14 isn't just about the story – the game offers plenty of other features that make it stand out from the crowd. For one, player housing is rich and fun, providing a space for players to relax and customize to their heart's content.

    All in all, A Realm Reborn is a truly captivating game that deserves all the praise it receives. Yes, it may start off a bit slow, but stick with it, and you'll be rewarded with an unforgettable journey that will leave you wanting more.    … Expand
  17. Imopsie
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    I would probably give A Realm Reborn a solid 7 out of 10, but some of the 0/10 reviews here are just ridiculous, and it's pretty clear that those people haven't even played the game. That's why I'm giving it a 10, to balance things out a bit.
    Anyone who has played through Final Fantasy knows that ARR is almost entirely world-building. Understandably, this can make it seem quite slow-going    I would probably give A Realm Reborn a solid 7 out of 10, but some of the 0/10 reviews here are just ridiculous, and it's pretty clear that those people haven't even played the game. That's why I'm giving it a 10, to balance things out a bit.
    Anyone who has played through Final Fantasy knows that ARR is almost entirely world-building. Understandably, this can make it seem quite slow-going at the beginning, because you don't really know what's coming next. Especially in today's world, where many people unfortunately have the attention span of a goldfish, it can probably be exhausting to learn so much about the world and read so much.
    But already towards the end of this introduction, you can tell that things are getting really exciting and the first characters begin to grow on you. Even supposed spoilers, without wanting to give away too much at this point, like Nero, become more sympathetic, and you realize that there's more going on than meets the eye.
    In addition, there are really cool activities like player housing that can be a lot of fun because there are just so many possibilities.
    The playable races, while they look pretty good, are relatively boring, I'll admit. They're basically just humans with different ears. More or less. But there are tons of customization options that you can use to create your characters, which I think makes up for it.    … Expand
  18. Zinr
    Apr 2, 2023
    8
    Player housing is simply amazing and it allows players to create their own unique living space in the world of Eorzea. The customization options are also extensive, allowing players to truly make their character their own. However, I do wish there were more options for faces and shorter necks for the Elezen.

    While housing is only available for players who stay constantly subbed, it's    Player housing is simply amazing and it allows players to create their own unique living space in the world of Eorzea. The customization options are also extensive, allowing players to truly make their character their own. However, I do wish there were more options for faces and shorter necks for the Elezen.

    While housing is only available for players who stay constantly subbed, it's still an incredible addition to the game. The only downside is that not all players have access to it, which is a shame. You have to be very lucky in order to get one, especially the big houses. Nonetheless, the sheer variety of housing options and the ability to decorate and personalize your home is truly impressive.

    The story of A Realm Reborn starts too slow in my opinion, but it gradually builds to an epic conclusion that sets the stage for even greater adventures to come. The characters are engaging, especially the Garlear, and the gameplay is nice.

    While there are a few areas that could use improvement, A Realm Reborn is a solid start.    … Expand
  19. Roka
    Apr 1, 2023
    8
    This game is a masterpiece that will take you on a journey of a lifetime!
    The slow and steady storyline of the first expansion will make you fall in love with the world of Eorzea, and the characters that you'll meet along the way will become your best friends.
    But let me tell you, the story gets so much better though near the end of A Realm Reborn. The plot twists and turns will keep    This game is a masterpiece that will take you on a journey of a lifetime!
    The slow and steady storyline of the first expansion will make you fall in love with the world of Eorzea, and the characters that you'll meet along the way will become your best friends.

    But let me tell you, the story gets so much better though near the end of A Realm Reborn. The plot twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat, and the emotional depth of the characters will have you invested in their fates. You'll feel like you're a part of their world, fighting alongside them in epic battles.
    Please note though, that this is a story driven mmorpg unlike other mmos like world of warcraft, where the story doesn't really matter and gets retconned every few patches. So it would be really good to actually read what is going on instead of just skipping everything.

    Nero is one of my favorite characters in this first expansion, haha.. He's intelligent, witty, and always one step ahead of the game. You'll love him, hate him, and then love him all over again.

    The gameplay is top-notch, the graphics are ok enough, you will have tons of customization options, player housing and the soundtrack is one of the best in the business. Whether you're a seasoned MMO player or a newbie, Final Fantasy 14 A Realm Reborn will provide you with hours upon hours of fun and entertainment.

    A Realm Reborn is getting an 8 from me, because the story starts rather slow and if you don't know how much better it will get near the end of ARR and onwards, it might feel a little boring at first. Also animal npcs and such look rather weird and the enviroment could use and update. It looks still better than other games, that didn't update their game for almost two decades, but this is of course no excuse for ff.

    So, if you're looking for a game that will take you on an unforgettable adventure, Final Fantasy 14 A Realm Reborn is the one for you.    … Expand
  20. LastResource
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    worth it and glad to play this game again. so much memories and nostalgia within this fourteenth game in the series.
  21. Egotwo
    Aug 23, 2022
    1
    A very boring game with "cheap" looking world. The story doesn't get any better, as some say. It's still boring. And boring again. Highly overrated. I gave it too much time because people said it gets better. But no, it's boring. I read all text, watched all cutscenes (boring).
  22. MazrimTaim14
    Jul 31, 2022
    6
    It is a vast improvement from 1.0 but still trying to get in strides.

    Story is somewhat underwhelming for the time needed to invest in and gameplay is not too bland. I know the story picks up , quality of changes incoming and the jobs are just pre-50 but judging ARR on its own is more fitting than judging it for the potential improvements it will have later on. all in all, its a    It is a vast improvement from 1.0 but still trying to get in strides.

    Story is somewhat underwhelming for the time needed to invest in and gameplay is not too bland.

    I know the story picks up , quality of changes incoming and the jobs are just pre-50 but judging ARR on its own is more fitting than judging it for the potential improvements it will have later on.

    all in all, its a good foundation for what is to come    … Expand
  23. BaldursThones
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    I give it a high rating just for being a good MMO. The combat in this game is more like playing the piano, you mash 30 keys over 3 ability layouts and win.
  24. TeemoTime
    Jun 19, 2022
    8
    This score only represents ARR and not the entirety of the game. However, this was a huge step up from the original launch and it should be celebrated for that. However, the content in this re-release is fundamentally worse than the massive expansions that have come after it.
  25. Gawkers53
    May 27, 2022
    7
    This was my first MMO after Neverwinter, which I hadn't played for quite some time. It's a pretty solid game on its own. It has a fairly decent story, nice graphics, etc. And the music is very good. Overall, it's a pretty average game. Though, suffice it to say, the rest of the game after A Realm Reborn is much, much better.
  26. diamonxo
    Mar 20, 2022
    1
    This game has literally the worst launcher I have ever witnessed, I'm talking worse than the Epic Games store and Steam COMBINED. I can't even play the game because of constant errors trying to launch it and it's a shame because I'm sure the game is great, but I CAN'T PLAY IT. I've troubleshooted several times to no avail and researching for a couple hours has shown that quite a largeThis game has literally the worst launcher I have ever witnessed, I'm talking worse than the Epic Games store and Steam COMBINED. I can't even play the game because of constant errors trying to launch it and it's a shame because I'm sure the game is great, but I CAN'T PLAY IT. I've troubleshooted several times to no avail and researching for a couple hours has shown that quite a large percentage of players have had issues launching the game and playing in general. Not sure if it's because of the launcher that appears to be from 2007 with absolutely 0 updates performance wise or something else, but wow.… Expand
  27. DarkwingSchmuck
    Mar 3, 2022
    6
    Final Fantasy XIV improves upon Final Fantasy XI in every way -- so much so that it renders Final Fantasy XI completely obsolete. Final Fantasy XIV also bears the strongest narrative in the franchise since Final Fantasy X by a wide margin, which makes it all the more disappointing that its nature as an MMO holds it back from being a much better overall package than what it is.

    All the    Final Fantasy XIV improves upon Final Fantasy XI in every way -- so much so that it renders Final Fantasy XI completely obsolete. Final Fantasy XIV also bears the strongest narrative in the franchise since Final Fantasy X by a wide margin, which makes it all the more disappointing that its nature as an MMO holds it back from being a much better overall package than what it is.

    All the typical trappings of an MMO are present -- including premium paywalls, tedious grind, the inability to play your own way or offline, and server issues. Furthermore, while the game features vast open maps, this is dulled by an over-reliance on boring fetch quests. The actual "game" feels more like a checklist of useless busywork than anything else.

    Simply put, Final Fantasy XIV does not elevate itself beyond its genre. If you are not a fan of MMOs, Final Fantasy XIV will not change your mind.    … Expand
  28. ataak
    Feb 23, 2022
    5
    I imagine this is what being in a cult is like.
    The game is not bad, but the people in it makes it worse than it is.
    As long as you agree that everything is " absolutely awesome, the story is epic, and bunniebois are super cute" you are golden. If not, you are in for a rough ride.
  29. popPunker
    Feb 22, 2022
    7
    O jogo é bacana, mas te obriga a fazer TODAS as quests principais e são MUITAS, então acaba ficando muito massante, não adianta tu ter várias formas de upar, pq as quests são obrigatorias pra tu chegar no end game, então mesmo que tu evite elas durante o leveling, vai ser ter que fazer uma hora ou outra.
    Não tem legenda em português, a historia é um dos maiores pontos positivos desse    O jogo é bacana, mas te obriga a fazer TODAS as quests principais e são MUITAS, então acaba ficando muito massante, não adianta tu ter várias formas de upar, pq as quests são obrigatorias pra tu chegar no end game, então mesmo que tu evite elas durante o leveling, vai ser ter que fazer uma hora ou outra.
    Não tem legenda em português, a historia é um dos maiores pontos positivos desse jogo, então não ter legendas prejudica muito a experiência.    … Expand
  30. runjumphug
    Feb 15, 2022
    7
    Completed FFXIV: ARR and most of the optional quests.

    Playtime: 3D12H. Bard w/ some archer, samurai, and red mage. Very slow, generic, and Japanese story wise, but I enjoyed my time. Hopefully it picks up in the expansions.

    Bard's ability to perform your own music is awesome.
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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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