Famitsu Interview Preview - New Battle and Gameplay Details

Andriasang provided a first glimpse at an upcoming interview with the FFXIV team to be published in Famitsu. While we haven't seen the full article yet, here's what is rumored to be included:

Beta-related:

• The system will be changed so it is easier to string together attacks


• The "tempo" of battle has been adjusted/increased


• The beta shadowing system has been updated, which accounts for the different appearance of screenshots taken in alpha vs. beta


• A "robust" chat log filter will be in place for the next round of beta


• More alpha testers will be added; participants have already been selected via drawing

Beyond beta:

• Limsa Lominsa will have two levels


• Gil will be easier to come by


• A "large scale" home is being worked on, similar to FFXI's mog house


• You will be able to change the god you choose for your character


• Chocobo, horse-drawn carriage, boats, and airships will be used for transportation


• You will be able to choose different colors for your equipment

Additionally, the folks at Eorzeapedia did some additional digging and found a few other tidbits in the original leaked article (from Game Jouhou). The information was gleaned from Google Translate, so its truth may be a bit more uncertain. These items are :

• Players may be able to bazaar goods while logged out


• Players can participate in Ul'dah's fighting arena and gambling halls


• Items may be inscribed like in FFXI

Which bit of information are you most excited about? Discuss below!

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