Dorkable Posted August 27, 2013 Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 (edited) Finally managed to get past the hellish registration process on Square Enix. I have yet to try the NA servers as I started with Tiamat on the Japan servers first. The game is simply gorgeous with top-notch graphics (even with only my Sapphire 7770 Vapor-X) and ear candy orchestra (Nobuo Uematsu for the win), as expected from Square Enix (and a P2P Mmorpg at that). One thing weird though is the lack of chat bubbles, which I need to get used to. Here are some screenshots of my Lalafell ingame. <<<----- Chappy Starjump So for those already playing FFXIV, which servers do ya recommend? Edited August 27, 2013 by Chapster Boi1230 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfz Posted August 27, 2013 Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 Am on Durandal......heard that theres some Sg linkshell starting up on tonberry though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 (edited) And the majority of the Hardwarezone's EDMW community is congregated in Hades. Almost all of the Japan servers are full at the moment. Looks like it's easier to play on the NA or EU servers. I can't even log back on Tiamat due to the congestion. Created a new Pugilist on Faerie (NA) for the time being. Edited August 27, 2013 by Chapster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aedirn Posted August 27, 2013 Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 Hmmmmm............................................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 Found a pimp ingame..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 It's amazing to watch the sun actually setting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 Just an idyllic morning by the river watching the sunrise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhonl Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 pretty-looking game! sad that i dont have the time/money to invest in an mmo anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enelym1978 Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 So how is it? Feedback after a few days game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mdrtaslim84 Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 So how is it? Feedback after a few days game?Yeah same here, but i thought there's no support for local region in Singapore ? I had preordered it earlier on but decide to cancel it due to this. Limited support is a concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 (edited) So how is it? Feedback after a few days game? Servers are packed and constantly congested during our prime time, at least for the Japanese servers. There are still the NA servers which are often available to create characters and play on. The public event quests dish out nice significant xp. While FFXIV retained some old school mechanics from FFXI to maintain the difficulty and challenge (such as having to read the map proper and travelling around), leveling has gotten a lot easier so much so that you can solo easily for the early parts of the game. I have yet to hit mid game to tell coz I ain't a fast grinder. I often stop to admire the beautiful environments around me as I go exploring around while questing. And I am planning to dive into crafting soon. In fact, due to the congestion, I might consider playing on an NA server instead.....like Behemoth since their prime time is pretty much opposite of ours. Yeah same here, but i thought there's no support for local region in Singapore ? I had preordered it earlier on but decide to cancel it due to this. Limited support is a concern. For many of us when we bought our digital copy off SE website, we just put US as our country (since we bought the NA version anyway). Also changed the language in our profile to "English US". So far so good. I am aware that various game shops across our island are also selling the physical copies. But whether they are selling the NA or EU version, I am not certain. The regions basically determine mostly the currency you would be paying in the future with regards to your subscription. You are free to join any servers, Jap, EU or NA regardless of which version you buy though. Edited August 29, 2013 by Chapster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 I am aware that NA SE website has halted all online purchases to control congestion. Fret not for those who have yet to get your hands on it. This is in fact, good news for you. Qishan (our reputable local gamestore), is currently selling the physical standard FFXIV: ARR package for $45 (NA) and $35 (UK). The UK version is a better buy since the game itself is not region locked. In fact, as it stands, the monthly subscription in Great Britain Pound is slightly cheaper than paying in USD for the NA version. TGIF, good time for you to head down to Far East Shopping Centre to get yourself a copy of the UK version today. Link as follows: http://www.qisahn.com/products/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-uk Eorzea awaits you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aedirn Posted August 31, 2013 Report Share Posted August 31, 2013 I can't see your pics anymore.....anyway what's your server/nick handle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted August 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2013 Currently, I mostly play on Behemoth (NA). My character there is called Butter Bubblebuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 Fishing days..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2013 (edited) My Lv 21 Conjurer (Also Lv 14 in Culinary, Lv 13 in Fishing and Lv 10 in Arcanist) on Cactuar server. Edited September 5, 2013 by Chapster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconsg01 Posted September 6, 2013 Report Share Posted September 6, 2013 Makes me wanna just quit sch and play all day T.T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2013 More scenic pics from Eorzea...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 Finished the quest today and obtained my very own Chocobo. I named him Muffin. FirsTimer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mdrtaslim84 Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 That's nice but until our country is locally supported; i won't touch the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 Square Enix NA online store just released the FFXIV ARR digital download (NA) for purchase again for those who wish to get it. http://store.na.square-enix.com/DRHM/store?Action=DisplayProductDetailsPage&SiteID=sqenixus&Locale=en_US&ThemeID=29853700&Env=BASE&productID=281295900#.Ujevo_li1Mn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 Im also playing... in faerie. But like no sg there. So waitin for server xfer... see how. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 Im also playing... in faerie. But like no sg there. So waitin for server xfer... see how. Actually, I did create one character on Faerie just for the fun of it. I heard there may be a free xfer coming up so keep your fingers crossed. If you are comfy with the folks on Faerie and have made friends, don't see why you should move though. Having said that, there are so many Singaporeans on Tonberry. I am in a Singaporean/ Malaysian/ Indo Free Company there myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 Mmmmm... I have a lvl 1 character there in tonberry, just to lurk around and see how the server is. But everyone seems to be talking in jap. Dont understand .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 My white mage haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 My white mage haha Nice shot. Costa Del Sol? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 This game is played on PS3 or computer? Can someone enlightened me on whether should I try out this game now with its current situation. Save my researching effort please! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 This game is played on PS3 or computer? Can someone enlightened me on whether should I try out this game now with its current situation. Save my researching effort please! Thanks The game is on both platforms. The servers have more or less stablized. Queues of logins are either zilch or just a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Woots that's new to me! But is there any difference? Price? Lag-ness? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 PS3 version is more expensive and graphics less detailed as compared to the PC version. So far, lag is almost non-existent on Jap servers. Lag may be more noticeable on NA servers, but not enough to bug you, still playable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Nice shot. Costa Del Sol? Haha yes. I love the beach! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Prof.Kaos Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Square Enix NA online store just released the FFXIV ARR digital download (NA) for purchase again for those who wish to get it. http://store.na.square-enix.com/DRHM/store?Action=DisplayProductDetailsPage&SiteID=sqenixus&Locale=en_US&ThemeID=29853700&Env=BASE&productID=281295900#.Ujevo_li1MnWhat should I on billing info? Singapore is not listed there on the NA site on Billing Info step and EU store says I'm not in the region. Should I wait for a physical copy to be available again in the local stores? Appreciate any suggestions at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 What should I on billing info? Singapore is not listed there on the NA site on Billing Info step and EU store says I'm not in the region. Should I wait for a physical copy to be available again in the local stores? Appreciate any suggestions at all. I put in my local address but used US as country and NY as state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Yikes more expensive and less detailed? Lose lose situation for PS3 but is it because it has a larger screen from the TV making it look less neat? Goodness, after seeing graphics, I feel like owning it!! =D Sorry can you tell me much much more about this game? What jobs are there? And what do you do inside? Are there partying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Yikes more expensive and less detailed? Lose lose situation for PS3 but is it because it has a larger screen from the TV making it look less neat? Goodness, after seeing graphics, I feel like owning it!! =D Sorry can you tell me much much more about this game? What jobs are there? And what do you do inside? Are there partying? I suggest you check out the http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/ for loads of information that you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Looking for a tank buddy to play with me.... hahah can do dungeon together no need wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 am playing this game with my friend, anyone wanna play tgt hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Ya guys could state ya character name as well as server here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Cerulean Sky on faerie server. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Butter Bubbletoes on Tonberry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Chapster, u playing tank? If so, i'll prolly do a server xfer to tonberry when it is available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 (edited) Chapster, u playing tank? If so, i'll prolly do a server xfer to tonberry when it is available. No, I am a Scholar. I usually get together with a couple of my guildmates or nice people I got to know along the way to queue for duty finder. Below is a pic of me when I switch to Culinarian. I look more like a ninja with a frying pan than an actual chef. Edited September 19, 2013 by Chapster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Goodness cant wait to play. But PS3 version seems like a lost out to Windows version.. Are the servers highly populated or most of the time you would be travelling in a lone manner? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Play with me! I need a tank buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Actually, Eddie, aedirn and I all play on Tonberry. But each of us joined a different guild and we never adventured together before. So whether or not one really needs to be on the same server doesn't really matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkable Posted September 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Just a lazy day at spa with the family..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cakeboy Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Awwww.. sweeet! Tonberry u guys at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollister88 Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 this game sounds fun! how much is it! jio me pls? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Your parents are other players? Share more photos please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirsTimer Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Are you running on i3? Im wondering will my i3 suck terribly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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