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Please take our . Xbox 360 - Final Fantasy XI details Posted May 19, 2005, 3:42 PM ET by James Ransom-Wiley Related entries: , ,

Exactly the same. Thats what Square Enix representatives answered when asked about the upcoming version of FFXI for the Xbox 360. Of course, this is not entirely true, as the team has added support for HD resolutions. But for gamers hoping for a major overhaul, youre out of luck. The latest FFXI port was initially designed for the original Xbox, but complications involving PlayOnline and the Xbox Live services left the game dead in the water. Now, an agreement has been reached that will allow 360 players to connect to PC and PS2 servers via PlayOnline and enjoy the same aging game all over again (or for the first time). The Square Enix team reportedly had the next-gen port up and running in a matter of 2-3 months, expressing much delight in working with Microsofts latest hardware.

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Multi format online services? I'm looking forward to the fanboys/zealots arguing already. Would be stunning feature if EA sports were online multiformat. Wouldn't happen I acknowledge, but in terms of the future its an appealing feature. Posted May 19, 2005, 3:49 PM ET by Eric Pobirs

While a bit disappointing that the game won't take full advantage of the new machine's abilities, it is an interesting revelation that Square was interested in doing Xbox product earlier than we'd been given to believe.MMORPG was a gaping hole in the Xbox offering since it was ideally suited for offering the genre to those preferred playing on consoles. Hopefully, there will be more choices like WoW. Posted May 19, 2005, 4:31 PM ET by Rocket Punch

Frankly, I don't sse why ppl would want to play FFXI on Xbox360. Ok, so you will have to pay for the game that is 3 years old, pay for XL, and pay for playonline.LOL, can't seem to find any logic to this when you can just buy the pc version "now" for $19!!! For ppl who really really want this game, well they are already playing it either on PS2 or on PC. The ONLY type of person who will buy this is a diehard XBOX fanboy but hardcore at the same time, who do not already own a ps2 and do not have a pc that can play games and will not play any type of MMORPG because it is not on a Xbox.....Anyone?? ANYONE???????????????.......ECHO...echoHouse of Gate's. WHY? Posted May 19, 2005, 6:22 PM ET by Epimetheus

"Frankly, I don't sse why ppl would want to play FFXI on Xbox360. Ok, so you will have to pay for the game that is 3 years old, pay for XL, and pay for playonline."- What you said about paying montly to play the game plus paying the live service is untrue, since MMORPGs are included in the Live Silver Service, which means, to play MMORPGs in Xbox360 you don't need to pay live to play them, you only have to pay the game. Refrain from talking things, before checking anything, thanks. Posted May 20, 2005, 3:27 AM ET by Rocket Punck

Quote "Posted May 19, 2005, 6:22 PM ET by Epimetheus- What you said about paying montly to play the game plus paying the live service is untrue, since MMORPGs are included in the Live Silver Service, which means, to play MMORPGs in Xbox360 you don't need to pay live to play them, you only have to pay the game. Refrain from talking things, before checking anything, thanks."How do you know thats is untrue?? Cause I don't think even MS and SE know how thats all gonna work. Unless you know more than they do, otherwise your "opinion" is as good as mine. If what you said is a fact, please provide a source.Bascially you are "speculating" that SE will "give up" their fee and let MS make all of their money. At this point no one know how players will be charged. Posted May 20, 2005, 3:39 AM ET by DjShady

Epimetheus, if i got this correct. You only have to pay 50 bucks for this game and not 15 a month for it? Is it free or aint? Posted May 20, 2005, 8:23 AM ET by MB

I think it's too early to say if they'll be a monthly fee. Let's not forget that Sega did it with PSO on Xbox Live.Am I the only one a bit worried about the idea of a multi-format online game. Sure a MMORPG should be fine, but what about a FPS. One of the things I like about Xbox Live is the level playing field. I'd hate to find a game made unplayable online without a mouse/keyboard. Posted May 20, 2005, 9:46 AM ET by Joseph

If Gates really wanted to sell xbox 360 and get people to sign up on live he would offer a top of the line MMORPG that had no other fees besides xbox live. That would move the new console like crazy. Posted May 20, 2005, 3:59 PM ET by Caleb

It will be just like playing it on PC or PS2... You pay Square Enix for its Play Online service monthly.You have to remember that with Xbox 360, Live (silver) is free. Before, people had to pay for Live. Therefore, Square Enix can now port their MMORPG without customers paying for both Live and SE.Simple. Posted May 20, 2005, 4:19 PM ET by Jeremy

I've already heard comments from FFXI players saying that they'll probably crossover to 360 if they get one. Anybody who owns the PS2 version knows that the login process is pretty tedious, so many are thinking that the consistent connection to Live, may speed things up a bit. I know this sounds like pure laziness, but if you don't understand this, you've probably never played FFXI lol. I personally have the feeling that the 360 is going to be at the top of the next-gen wars (this coming from an anti-XBOX guy). Posted May 20, 2005, 4:52 PM ET by DjShady

I played Final Fantasy XI and there was alot of things that were wrong about that game. I would never get this game if u have to pay a fee but if it was free i would love to start right over and play the game again. I just dont want to pay the fee because there is alot of hard A$$es on that game. It's just not worth paying it and dealing with morons.Gates, don't make a mistake and let it have a fee lol. Posted May 20, 2005, 6:25 PM ET by Joey Geraci

I am definitely an xbox and an xbox 360 fan, but I have to tell you, Microsoft made it pretty clear that xbox live silver will not include online multiplayer gaming or anything of the sort, so I don't know why it would allow you free (no monthly fee) access to MMORPG's. I don't really see the problem with it, $50 a year really doesn't seem that bad for consistent and dependable online play, and if you are going to pay for PC MMORPG's, why not pay for console versions. Posted May 20, 2005, 7:52 PM ET by DjShady

I know $50 bucks aint alot a year i know this but all square Enix wants is that extra buck in there pocket. You pay $50 dollars a year for live and thats all u should pay for if this final fantasy XI is going to be on this system. If there is going to be a fee there should be a change of price because i would never start over because it took me MONTHS to level up lol. Gates should make is own MMORPG because paying 15 a month for crap that has been out for a couple of years COME ON. PSO for the xbox was 9 dollors and people hacked it crazy and it wasnt worth it anymore and final fantasy u got AHOLES and Auction House that is crazy over priced for people that started and u got leveling that takes 10 years to do. Theres a thing called a mog house and it looks retarted lol. I heard True Fantasy Live Online was going to be good but they canceled it and that was a huge mistake. I'm sorry but this game aint worth it guys and at least agree. Posted May 21, 2005, 12:57 AM ET by Pureshooter

If you future Xbox 360 owners want a great looking next-gen MMORPG then you should check out "Huxley". It looks like it will be alot of fun and looks great. Add your comments

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