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Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition announced (iOS/And/W10), same plot, Fall 2017
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There are likely far more people going to play it on mobile than own a PS4 Pro to be fair.
They are. This thing has been in development by a third party for 2 years.
Telephone Man
Member
Would only consider playing this on the 3DS. Otherwise, nah.
And like others have said, SE constantly milking a flawed game instead of fixing it is frustrating. If they're not gonna do it, then I'd rather we just move on to FFXVI or something.
And like others have said, SE constantly milking a flawed game instead of fixing it is frustrating. If they're not gonna do it, then I'd rather we just move on to FFXVI or something.
Where did he say this?
They haven't announced a fix for either of those two things which is odd since they had that survey but haven't referenced it yet. Additionally when it comes to story issues as soon as the game came out they acknowledged them and haven't mentioned anything about them since Chapter 13 verse 2.
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TheEndOfItAll
Neo Member
It is indeed unfortunate. Part of me thinks they realized that this wasn't going to be as good as it gets so they decided to start experimenting with all kinds of different concepts like VR, mobile spin-offs, pocket editions, etc.
But yes, the stories of Kingsglaive (and Brotherhood, IMHO) should have been in the main game. It would have made the entire experience feel more expansive.
Prediction:
Final Fantasy XV: Definitive Edition, with details of the changes to the story which, whilst not being a total overhaul, will be enough to please many fans.
A.D. Skinner
Member
All I need to know is if there is any benefit to this version. Extra story, lore, different something, anything.
Shadow Ranger
Member
What is the point of this demake?! The standard game is barely a complete product so why? Why waste any resource on this (very ugly and appealing) project? Who even thought this was a good idea to sign off. Hate to knock a project but this one is just a funky decision all around.
TurnipFritters
Member
More people own smartphones than consoles. Perhaps if it had been released at the same time as the console versions of FFXV it would have been better received, like DQ11's 3DS port.
jimmypython
Member
this and without the rest
This will sell millions, making XV more profitable than XIII and XII despite lower console sales.
The standard game is a complete product. You can play it from beginning to end, and it's fully polished.
It might be ugly, but mobile is very appealing. There haven't been many AAA experiences on mobile, and it looks like the combat is mostly intact
semiconscious
Member
KnightimeX_Legacy
Banned
This is actually kind of cool.
Thoughts on graphics aside, this reminds me of the 90's where they actually adjust a game to make it work well on a weaker console not just shoe horn it in.
I dig it.
Thoughts on graphics aside, this reminds me of the 90's where they actually adjust a game to make it work well on a weaker console not just shoe horn it in.
I dig it.
Evildoomnerd
Neo Member
I have no mouth, and I must eat Cup Noodles.
This looks so weird visually I want to try it out.
Not the same team that working on the console versions.
AlfredX1990
Banned
The Switch version is looking better than expected
Jawmuncher
Member
I fully expect this to come to switch. I don't say that in a mean way either. I expect this'll be a bit of a surprise to people with it's quality.
"Fully polished"? What does this phrase mean? It's been undergoing changes and fixes for nearly a full year now, it's still in the process of being "polished" and it's projected to have (and needs) a helluva lot more.
Crossing Eden
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Everyday we stray further from god's light.
Might be similar to the remakes that were on the ds at least.
IMO this is better than getting XV-2, XV-3, etc until the gen is over... I don't want a repeat of XIII's shenanigans.
Linear XV might not be a bad thing. It should make the pacing more consistent.
Chapter 13 will be much better in the Pocket Edition, that's for sure.
pla-pla-place holder
Member
Fuck it, I'll give it a shot
Oh yeah totally. I'm happy for a linear story, all the best Final Fantasies were. But I also do want it to feel open and explorable. Even if the Pocket Edition isn't like that, I hope they can open it out for Switch.
I had a thought.
I bet that diagram which had the timeline and the opening out of the triangle with high end (windows edition) and casual pocket edition, was supposed to have definitive edition in the middle. But they subbed it out for the comrades logo because it wasn't ready
TurnipFritters
Member
Boy if you think literally two ports is bad, you're gonna be shocked when you see how many times Final Fantasy 1. Or Final Fantasy 2. Or Final Fantasy 3. Or Final Fantasy 4.
But right now FFXV is sitting at the same number of ports as, say, FF13 (The two major consoles of the generation, a PC version, and a mobile version - though FF13 was just streamed to your phone rather than being rebuilt).
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Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
To be fair, this is far from a 'port', this is more akin to them de-making the game .. which is kinda cool.
I thought you were supposed to have birds conveying the news, not humans.
I actually think this isn't too bad of an idea... I'd just rather have something like this for a game with a better story, and a better visual style.
Weird fact about this, even a level 1 run in ffXV is easy.
I did a full level 1 run, and it turns out that weapon stats and equipment stats are the main contributors to difficulty (well... that and attrition through item spamming). Once you get good weapons, you can basically take down level 40+ enemies at level 1 no problem.
The only things leveling in ffXV does really is: Hp increases, Mp increases, Slight stat boosts, and summoning damage output (at level 1, summons are literally worthless).
The game is much more fun at level 1, admittedly, but its still mostly a walk in the park.
ZombiePlatypus
Member
Jesus what did they do to Gladiolus?
I'm just happy they announced the PC version to offset this.
I'm just happy they announced the PC version to offset this.
Giftofgab24
Member
Gaas. Looks pretty great though. I'll definitely pick it up.
This game is just the perfect example of spreading yourself too thin. They could have made a tight and cohesive experience, but instead focused on so many different things that don't matter.
XV wishes it was half as good as Bravely.
XV wishes it was half as good as Bravely.