I’ve been meaning to cover this story for some time, but I don’t think people realize how big of a deal it is. In huge Xbox news today the Final Fantasy 14 Xbox announcement has taken the internet by storm. The reason is that in terms of Xbox games, this is one that has been alluded Phil Spencer for years. Over the last 10 years, Phil Spencer has been chasing an FF14 Xbox announcement as it has simply not been able to come to the platform. The Xbox Series X news is that it will run great, and this Square Enix Xbox relationship will only increase from here.
Sources: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/07/28/final-fantasy-14-online-coming-to-xbox-spring-2024/
https://www.ign.com/videos/why-final-fantasy-xiv-isnt-coming-to-xbox-360-or-xbox-one
https://www.ign.com/articles/2015/09/19/xbox-head-discusses-why-final-fantasy-14-is-not-on-xbox-one
https://www.ign.com/articles/final-fantasy-14-xbox-talks-positive
https://sea.ign.com/final-fantasy-xiv-online-endwalker/190505/news/phil-spencer-hasnt-given-up-on-bringing-final-fantasy-xiv-to-xbox
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/xboxs-phil-spencer-reveals-new-final-fantasy-partnership
https://twitter.com/delmontyb/status/1685025071411163136
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Please, someone tell me if this is really worth getting even a little bit excited for. A 10+ year old game? Why? I sort of wrote of FF a long while ago.
I cringed when I heard Greg Miller's name in this video.
The way things turn. Microsoft not allowing crossplay at first, then it being because Sony was charging fees for it, then Microsoft going fully crossplay friendly and now Sony being entirely anti crossplay. That's wild.
Starfield = 1st party
FFXIV = 3rd party
If people complain about FFXIV coming to Xbox and Starfield isn't releasing on PlayStation, then they aren't comparing an apples to apples situation.
If you beeline the main story quest and ignore everything else then the story included in the free trial can be done in roughly 150hrs, however if you play normally it'll probably be closer to 300hrs. Most people say the average time for a new player to complete all main story quests from start through the current expansion is somewhere in the ballpark of 500hrs.
all main story 4 player dungeons can be done with NPC party members yes, they'll even talk amongst each other throughout the dungeons adding personality to their characters. Most 8 player trial and raid bosses you will need to play with others, same for 24 player raids too.
I tried playing a while ago on PC during the lockdowns but my PC just wouldn't connect to their servers or something, probably a driver issue i was too lazy to fix.
Will be good to actually get to play it now
Awesome. Never played Final Fantasy myself but it's a win for the gamers who love games on the Xbox platform/eco system
They've always had the Free Trial, just adding 2nd expansion Stormblood to it this fall. If your Square Enix account has bought the base game, you are no longer able to use the Free Trial. Its only for Square Enix accounts that havent bought the game.
Its good to have square on board for future and newer games but this is a company that has shit on the xbox community for a while now, and now they give us a game from 2010 and people think they’ve won something 😂 gfy
Never thought I see the day. I will definitely be playing this on my Xbox. I'm all hype for this now.
Now xbox players have loads of content, 10 years worth of it. amazing story and phonemenol music. a masterpiece mmorpg.
13 years in the making. Thank you Phil!
But we've known for two or three years that it was coming, doesn't anyone remember E3 when Phill Spencer announcing that Final Fantasy was coming to Game Pass and that ff 14 was coming to xbox???
Nay we're good over here on the PlayStation side y'all keep Starfield it's going to flop there's zero hype for it 🤷♂️🤷♂️
Also it’s worth mentioning that FFXIV is one of the few MMOs actually worth their sub. Give that trial a go, you won’t be disappointed. The music is 🤌🤌🤌
Hopefully it means Square is no longer married to Sony.
I wanted to play FF16 but there is no way I am buying a PS5 just for that.
That guys Reaction is so fake it's so Obvious
I really hope Square’s promise to bring more games to Xbox and release on their whenever possible is taken seriously, remembered, and both they and Sony are held accountable for it. Amid the Starfield scrutiny this weird double standard with exclusives needs to stop. If console exclusives are ever going to end, then it will have to be on all platforms.
I dont really care. I'm sure there are four different types of fanboy that offends. But it should only offend one. So which one? Well, its been too damn long. I was interested in this game a literal decade ago. I waited for it to come to my preferred platform (my preferred platform has changed over the years). Now that it is coming to Xbox I should be excited? Sorry, fam. Do better next time. I'm going to need to see some day ones if you want me to be interested.
Destin, this may be selfish to ask for but we need more content. I always make sure to watch every video. Your take on the industry is refreshing to watch. Thanks for being great 👍🏽
Destin look at the timing, Spring of 2024 will be 10 years, maybe Sony had a contract with SE and now that contract is ending.
Holy Shit! Destin has truly hit it BIG!!! He has his own pillow with his logo on it on the couch behind him!!
Thank Phil Spencer for the saving of the xbox platform.! Don't get me wrong I love and miss the kinect. But hopefully soon they can reintroduce the kinect. Because i have kids who grew up with Kintamals that interaction has never been seen before or since. Unless Microsoft goes into AR or VR. I just want that real interaction with a virtual world!
I don't really think it was all the surprising that it was announced there. I had been telling myself for awhile that if it wasn't announced at fanfest or tgs this year then it would probably never come to Xbox.
Bring Starfield to PS? Sony doesn't own FF14.
Everything from Square I actually want to play (FFVIIR & FFXVI) is playstation exclusive thanks to their dodgy exclusivity deals so I'll be passing on Square games until they actually become a proper multiplatform publisher.
This is great. Not only will ff14 not get supported on xbox, it will reinforce what everyone says about games not selling well on xbox. You love to see it.
Must feel weire watching old IGN videos knowing you were there.
"Sure in 10 years Starfield Wil be on Ps consoles" 👍👍👍👍🤣
Too little too late, I'm not going to play it as if they really wanted xbox gamers to play it we wouldn't have to wait so damm long.
Fuck FF14 and FF in general.
That's a very good move. But we also want ff16.
Sure 10 year lol 😂
Summary of the video:
The video discusses the significant announcement that Final Fantasy 14 will be coming to the Xbox platform in Spring 2024.
– Introduction and Background: The video begins by emphasizing how long-awaited this news is and how it has taken the internet by storm. The host, Destin, has been following this story for years, and the announcement is considered monumental for Xbox.
– History of Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox: Destin delves into the history of how this came to be, discussing the challenges and obstacles that prevented Final Fantasy 14 from coming to Xbox. He highlights the cross-play issues with Xbox Live policies and the ongoing negotiations between Microsoft and Square Enix over the years.
– Reactions and Excitement: The video showcases clips of fans losing their minds over the announcement, reflecting the excitement within the gaming community. Destin expresses his excitement for new players joining the game and the opportunities it presents for Xbox players.
– Details of the Announcement: Final Fantasy 14 will be officially coming to Xbox Series X and S in Spring 2024, with 4K support and faster loading times. An open beta is also coming soon. The game will include a feature called the duty support system, allowing single-player fans to enjoy the story at their own pace.
– Free Trial and Gameplay: The video highlights that the expanded free trial will be coming to Xbox, allowing players to enjoy significant portions of the game up to level 70 with no restrictions on playtime. Destin encourages Xbox players, especially MMO fans, to give the game a try.
– Personal Thoughts and Conclusion: Destin shares his personal connection with the game and his excitement for the broader accessibility of Final Fantasy 14. He also humorously addresses potential comments about bringing other games to different platforms.
"I'm sure I'll have people in the comments saying, 'Oh, bring Starfield to PlayStation then.' Sure, in 10 years, I'm sure Starfield will be on PlayStation also. So that's what I say if you're going to be like that, you know."
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I could not care less for FF14. Although, I'd be happy if they released FF16 on xbox
happy for it
Wouldn't it be funny in 2024 if we not only found out that Final Fantasy is coming to xbox But also that Microsoft is purchasing Square Enix….😊
Awwww don’t care
Because of the ABK deal a lot of the practices Sony has been doing came to light. So it's no surprise whatsoever that Sony has paid extra to keep these games off of Xbox. There was nothing preventing this game from coming to Xbox other than Sony having an iron grip on some of these developers. That has changed. Sony was right to be afraid of Microsoft deciding to win.
Imo the only reason it finally happened because of court case with the FTC and it opened a can of worms.
Well this is great news for the 5 Xbox fans who been holding out to play this game on Xbox for the last 10yrs. lol, j/k but seriously I'm a Xbox fan so more games is always good news for the platform but nah I just can't see this old FF game being big news to most Xbox fans but maybe I'm wrong bc I'm not a FF fan anyway.
Super excited for it…I've been clamoring for it for years
Ginger primes reaction was completely unhinged, especially coming from a guy that quit the game.
There arent many FF fans clamouring for am xbox port since theyre already playing the game. Ill also suggest there aren't many xbox fans clamouring for a game you have to purchase and then subscribe to.
To those miniscule few, congratulations.
Enjoy your 2year old! He's never going to be 2 years old again so don't beat yourself up for wanting to spend time with him. That's a special time in their life.
Now if Microsoft want SEGA, I hope they learn how to speak Japanese properly
I fucking hated ff16. I think its the worst final fantasy game since 13 part 2. By far. I am so disappointed i bought a ps5 for that game. Rpg my ass. I like action rpgs too.
Been wanting to play this game for years. Mainly play on Xbox, and can’t justify buying a decent PC to run it.
This is a perfect opportunity for FF fans like me who missed out to finally check it out.