Final Fantasy XIV Open Beta

[1on1]

just found this on slickdeals and since there are gamers on here, why not share this.

Final Fantasy XIV *OPEN BETA TEST!!!!* Rescheduled for tonight (Sept. 1, 2010) @ 19:00pdt
In preparation for the official release of FINAL FANTASY XIV on September 30, 2010 and the early release on September 22, we will be starting an open beta test to help put the finishing touches on the game. We ask that all users who can participate in the open beta test apply from the following website.

1.Access the following URL.
FINAL FANTASY XIV
* The page will become accessible starting at 19:00 on Aug. 31, 2010.

2.Log in with your Square Enix account and have a registration code issued.
* Depending on the access status, we may temporarily suspend the issuance of registration code. If you cannot have registration code issued, we ask that you please wait a little while before trying again.

3.Register the registration code you received by e-mail on the Square Enix Account Management System.
Click "Select Service" from "Services and Options" on the left menu. Select "FINAL FANTASY XIV" from the services available and then "Add a service account." Enter the registration code you've been issued and proceed to the end of registration.

The Square Enix Account Management System: https://secure.square-enix.com/account/


- Client Software Used in the Open Beta Test
The installer for the open beta test’s client software can be downloaded from the following website.
FINAL FANTASY XIV

*If you have already downloaded the client software for the closed beta test, there is no need to download the installer.


- Transferring your Character Name from the Open Beta Test to the Commercial Release
As long as the World you choose in the commercial release is the same as the World you chose in the open beta test, you will be able to transfer your character name. If you choose a different World for the commercial release, your character name will not be transferrable. For details, please refer to the beta test site.

[WanganRunner]

I was hoping this was the PS3 beta.

[lawrenceyang]

its not up yet, square said theres some major bugs it needs to fix

[BOROSUN]

ps3 wont comeout till march 2011.

[!Zar!]

Fatigue system is going to make otaku's very angry.

[amdnivram]

i really dont understand how to get the code issued. NVm i just did a little more research and found out how, cant wait.

[1on1]

for the past hour, I've been trying to get my registration code.

has anyone got theirs yet? I already installed and updated the game already.

[amdnivram]

Originally Posted by 1on1

for the past hour, I've been trying to get my registration code.

has anyone got theirs yet? I already installed and updated the game already.

same, i've been trying since 7

[lawrenceyang]

just made my character

[amdnivram]

the site is saying that its down for maintenance or that they are suspending applications at this time.

[1on1]

@lawrenceyang, you lucky person!

within 5mins of registration, i got to the sign-in screen but could not log-in because of too many people. i refreshed my page and lost it T__T. I hope they open it up later on today.

[BOROSUN]

just wait for the release.

[GeneStarWindGSW]

made an account but its reg has suspended for new accounts till further notice. i'll try it if it comes back up

[1on1]

just got home from class. i put the apply shortcut on my desktop and when i opened it, i logged in and became server busy...

i was happy and then sad.

i would wait until release, but i don't like p2p. i just want to see how the game is, so i can wait until there is a priv server.

[lawrenceyang]

its lagging my comp with all the people on it -______- it actually crashed my comp before i went to sleep...sighhh

[1on1]

^shit, i am pretty sure my current computer can handle it.

i got lucky and this is what they said:

Applications for the FINAL FANTASY XIV Open Beta Test have been temporarily suspended. Please wait until we are ready to accept new applications and then try again.

i hope they re-open it this weekend...

[Ph0king]

Just got in, can't wait to start it.

[amdnivram]

same, now im just trying to download the installer. Does anyone know of a quick method to doing this besides the actual installer? I was reading up on downloading individual parts, but im not sure what to do after.

[Ph0king]

The installer was quick since I got it while the traffic was down BUT wait til you get to the updating portion lol it took me like 3-4 hours just to finish updating. It's just installing the updates right now haha

[amdnivram]

Originally Posted by Ph0king

The installer was quick since I got it while the traffic was down BUT wait til you get to the updating portion lol it took me like 3-4 hours just to finish updating. It's just installing the updates right now haha

the installer is saying that its going to take 26 hours or days im not sure lol. i'm downloading the version update files

[aznpoopy]

Originally Posted by !Zar!

Fatigue system is going to make otaku's very angry.

that should make everyone angry considering the fact that you have to pay to play.

[DataXUnknown]

Originally Posted by aznpoopy

you have to pay to play.

Just for shorty bang-bang to look your waay


Is this worth it?

[1on1]

i just woke up and got in. i already updated and downloaded the game. gonna go and play!

[amdnivram]

are you guys enjoying the beta? I've been playing for an hour or so and its pretty slow paced. I guess im just getting used to the controls.

[BOROSUN]

anymore input on the beta?