Final Fantasy XI

"I didn't have expectations for Final Fantasy XI Online, and it's a good thing, because I'd have been disappointed. I can see where the addictive qualities are. It's fun to complete missions. It's satisfying to level up. It's funny to watch a newbie player (like myself) get killed by the Forest Hares at the start of the game. But I can't find myself getting into this."

"While this online role-playing game may have been a hit for the PC and PlayStation 2, it feels very awkward and entirely out of place on the Xbox 360."

"Since it's possible to play as your PS2 or PC characters on the Xbox 360, it's worth picking this one up if you're seeking a graphical upgrade. Of course, that's assuming you've already been playing the game previous to this release, own an Xbox 360 and an accompanying hard drive. Otherwise, it's best to stay away. If you're a curious Xbox 360 owner looking for a new role-playing experience, know that FFXI isn't what you're used to if you've never played an MMORPG. It's a game that requires hours of dedication on a near-daily basis. This wouldn't be a problem if the game was better, but unfortunately it comes off as unnecessarily inconvenient, clunky, and just plain old on the Xbox 360. If you've never played FFXI before, this version gives you little reason to start."

"In the end, the decision to purchase and play FFXI comes down to whether you’re interested in being a part of an MMO with some sacrifices, or if you’re willing to wait (perhaps for quite a while) until someone else makes a fresh MMO that pushes the Xbox 360 to its limits and truly feels like a “next-generation” game. FFXI is good, but not great…though it’s the only game of its type for Xbox 360 owners at the moment."