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20th Anniversary Reddit AMA
 Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 20:46:33
Would it be possible to add an item that allows race/gender change, similar to FFXIV's Fantasia system?
A: While it is possible, we learned that we would have to revamp several aspects of the backend. We would need to see if there’s enough demand to justify the development costs.
Which means no, because they will do nothing to see what the demand is.
It could mean "we will do it if the price is right" (also known as, paid service).
By RadialArcana 2022-05-23 20:46:45
Quote: Would you be willing to consider bundling XI + XIV subs again, like they were during XIV 1.0? Even if it was a slightly more expensive subscription, I think that would allow more XIV players to try the game with minimal inconvenience to them.
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[–]FFXI_DevelopmentTeam[S] 5 points a minute ago
A: We would like to consider this for the future.
Translation:
When we retire and cease all updates, we will do this to try encourage you to move to ff14.
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Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 20:48:28
Quote: A: It would be appreciated if you could please report them to STF. Also, if you can detail what those bot characters are doing that's causing you trouble, that would help us during our investigations.
Did this Dev SERIOUSLY pull the "Report them to STF so we can fix the problem" finesse? Dude, like, lol. STF does absolutely nothing. That response is so laughable, I'm insulted lol
 Lakshmi.Avereith
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1218
By Lakshmi.Avereith 2022-05-23 20:49:18
Looks like that response wasn't even to the right question
Edit: and screw your server load, no one does incursion! Remove 3 person limits!
Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 20:50:02
Looks like that response wasn't even to the right question
It actually may have been the correct question.
Quote: Would it be possible to add a player into blacklist as easily as it is to add someone in a party? Something like /search all player name > option "add to blist". This would make it easier to blacklist "players" that have names like 'qhguiqmhdgiq' .
By axetofall 2022-05-23 20:50:56
I am surprised at the fantasia thing. I'd imagine they'd make a nice chunk of $$$ off that. Or maybe I'm underestimating how crazy FFXI's spaghetti code actually is.
Questions like this really are borderline delusional though
Q: Even if there are currently no plans, would you please consider requesting a bigger budget and dedicated engineers to replace the PS2 development kits by creating new systems and a modern development environment for FFXI and then migrate all existing data and assets in order to resume major version updates? Even if it takes several years and incredible effort, many players feel it would be worth it for the game's future.
Lakshmi.Avereith
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1218
By Lakshmi.Avereith 2022-05-23 20:51:13
"hi, can I blacklist people easier?"
"nah, brah. Just report their ***"
By Banhammer 2022-05-23 20:52:59
detail what those bot characters are doing that's causing you trouble
Hahahaha. They're lowkey trolling you, because the answer is 'nothing'.
Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 20:53:14
Someone should have asked "How come I report bots nonstop and they have been operating uninterrupted for several months now?"
Bahamut.Brixy
Server: Bahamut
Game: FFXI
By Bahamut.Brixy 2022-05-23 20:54:10
They should have named this the "ask me about all the things we don't have planned/plans for" Vana'versary event.
Asura.Eiryl
By Asura.Eiryl 2022-05-23 20:54:20
Someone should have asked "How come I report bots nonstop and they have been operating uninterrupted for several months now?" Quote: Eiryl 2 hours ago
The STF has failed in it's mission to accomplish anything and seems to completely ignore any and all reports at this point. What are you doing to address that? Shout bots are prolific. CP selling accounts are prolific. Craft bots are prolific. These are all easily identifiable but are wholly ignored and continue to operate.
Siren.Bruno
Server: Siren
Game: FFXI
Posts: 398
By Siren.Bruno 2022-05-23 20:56:04
Quote: A: It would be appreciated if you could please report them to STF. Also, if you can detail what those bot characters are doing that's causing you trouble, that would help us during our investigations.
Did this Dev SERIOUSLY pull the "Report them to STF so we can fix the problem" finesse? Dude, like, lol. STF does absolutely nothing. That response is so laughable, I'm insulted lol
i did that like one time forever ago and it was such a process, i never wanted to do it again. the question for an easier "add to blist" option should just be an in game "report to STF" button. even if it doesn't do anything id at least have the satisfaction of pressing it
Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 20:57:17
I actually forgot to ask if they could add a feature to skip cutscenes. Hope someone else asked it.
By RadialArcana 2022-05-23 20:59:36
I hate Square Enix so much lately. Waited all day and it's going to be a load of nothing answers wasting everyones time again.
So tired of this bs.
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 33
By Asura.Specialkid 2022-05-23 21:00:21
A lot of the substantial answers that I've seen from these guys are mostly due to server load. God, that PS2 code must be grosser than I thought if they can't just update their servers to have better hardware or sumn
By axetofall 2022-05-23 21:01:00
SE busting hopium bubbles left and right. At least they're honest.
Lakshmi.Buukki
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
By Lakshmi.Buukki 2022-05-23 21:03:56
These answers so far have been
TLDR of this AMA so far No
We have no plans for this
We can't do this
Black list? Report them to STF if they are really a problem
We'll think about this
Bundling? So more money? Definitely want to do this!
You ain't getting new UI, it costs too much
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 33
By Asura.Specialkid 2022-05-23 21:08:23
>server congestion, increased server load, no we are not planning or doing this
Question: Can you add these windower addons as part of the UI?
Answer: Bro that ***will inflate our costs so much we will NEVER do any of that
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Lakshmi.Avereith
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1218
By Lakshmi.Avereith 2022-05-23 21:10:17
I gotta agree, it is kind of hilarious that the only positive answer has been towards something that would get them more money and more ffxiv players
 Asura.Essylt
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 256
By Asura.Essylt 2022-05-23 21:13:57
Maybe they should've done this before the anniversary livestream. That way, there'd be less people overdosing on hopium and getting disappointed.
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Asura.Eiryl
By Asura.Eiryl 2022-05-23 21:15:32
ok then;
Quote: Recent adjustments have all been buffs. We’d like to continue with only buffs moving forward.
Something something Naegling something something savage blade
Quote: with that said, the reason for nerfing many strategies in the past was because they enabled players to defeat any enemy, regardless of difficulty, by employing that strategy alone
Asura.Essylt
Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 256
By Asura.Essylt 2022-05-23 21:17:22
Quote: Q: Would you please consider allowing players to store multiple "Moglophone" key items for Odyssey Sheols A, B, and C similar to the “Mystical Canteen” key items for Omen?
FFXI_DevelopmentTeam
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A: We'll observe the congestion surrounding Odyssey and consider this. Well, it's not an outright "no", at least.
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Server: Asura
Game: FFXI
Posts: 33
By Asura.Specialkid 2022-05-23 21:18:10
So, through their strategy of using buffs as game balance, they have officially endorsed using Naegling as it stands currently.
Also lmaoooooo
edit: oh, that quote didn't go through, nvm
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By Manque 2022-05-23 21:19:04
With how long I have been in and out of FFXI I know my view is overly optimistic and can be too sentimental, but I think Matsui and Fujito deserve more credit than we generally give them. They are most likely wanting to implement or change many things for FFXI but are constricted by their seniors. I imagine they are fighting a lot of battles internally on behalf of the FFXI community. It must hurt for them to read so many negative responses and reactions. Expressing our frustration is fine but that should go against the company in general, not Matsui and Fujito where possible. I guess everyone is just a bit shellshocked from all the truth bombs being dropped.
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Lakshmi.Avereith
Server: Lakshmi
Game: FFXI
Posts: 1218
By Lakshmi.Avereith 2022-05-23 21:19:05
If they don't tell me the mastery rank cap is 8 and there are no plans to expand upon mastery rank... Then I'll have to keep grinding forever and keep paying the sub forever
All according to their master plan
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By Banhammer 2022-05-23 21:19:31
Has any content gotten them so much consistent negative feedback as Odyssey?
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Bahamut.Brixy
Server: Bahamut
Game: FFXI
By Bahamut.Brixy 2022-05-23 21:19:54
At least they "answered" my question I guess? They nerf things that work on everything. So, savage blade spam is fine... Got it. Playing the game the way it was originally intended by making skillchains and magic bursts? *** off with that nonsense. Spamming 1 weaponskill with 0 thought process and easy moding everything? Hell yeah! That's where we want our playerbase!
Siren.Bruno
Server: Siren
Game: FFXI
Posts: 398
By Siren.Bruno 2022-05-23 21:23:16
we'll nerf Geomancy for a whole zone though
By Banhammer 2022-05-23 21:24:57
With how long I have been in and out of FFXI I know my view is overly optimistic and can be too sentimental, but I think Matsui and Fujito deserve more credit than we generally give them. They are most likely wanting to implement or change many things for FFXI but are constricted by their seniors. I imagine they are fighting a lot of battles internally on behalf of the FFXI community. It must hurt for them to read so many negative responses and reactions. Expressing our frustration is fine but that should go against the company in general, not Matsui and Fujito where possible. I guess everyone is just a bit shellshocked from all the truth bombs being dropped.
Well since they "don't read this forum" TM, they'll never see the negative reactions. I don't think anyone blames them personally but they have done nothing to foster a positive relationship with western players either. I'm indifferent as to what their feelings are, that being the case.
Hello all!
In light of the upcoming 20th anniversary for FFXI, Square-Enix will be gracing us with their presence for an approximately 90 minute live event where the producer and director will be answering questions from the community!
Please see here for details, as well as below for our blurb on the subject:
Quote: We are pleased to announce that the Final Fantasy XI Development Team will be holding an AMA (Ask Me Anything) within this subreddit on May 23rd in celebration of the 20th anniversary! Square Enix has graciously agreed to once again work with us in coordinating this AMA on r/ffxi. Stay tuned and Producer Akihiko Matsui and Director Yoji Fujito will be answering your questions on the 23rd.
When: May 23rd at 6:30 p.m. PDT / 9:30 p.m. EDT
Where: r/ffxi (pinned thread)
Who: Producer Akihiko Matsui and Director Yoji Fujito
If you ever wanted to ask the Development Team a question, this will be your opportunity! We also recommend spreading the word about this AMA in advance, as it is a live event and is within a limited time window like most AMAs.
We look forward to sharing this opportunity with you all!
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