Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

[Gizim]

I just started playing FFOnline again and got a new copy of the game for the PC i was also thinking about getting it for the XBox 360 as well since i have a 61inch TV that does 1080p i though hells bells it would look sweet. I was wondering can i use the same account or are the Xbox players and the PC accounts different in any way? also what are the pros and cons of FFOnline using the 360 vs PC?

[ItazuraNhomango]

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You can use the same account for both PC, xBox360, and PS2. (You'd have to get software for each platform, but just one set of codes.)

xBox360: Probably lesser chance of bugs. I still have "popping" problem on one of my PC playing FFXI which I couldn't get rid of--I just live with it.

PC: You get a more flexibility, and can have 10 sets of macros for each job if you want, by moving .mcr files around. Handy for those who level multiple jobs and have elaborate macro setups.

Otherwise, the game plays about the same on either, I'd think.

[Gizim]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

You can use the same account for both PC, xBox360, and PS2. (You'd have to get software for each platform, but just one set of codes.)

xBox360: Probably lesser chance of bugs. I still have "popping" problem on one of my PC playing FFXI which I couldn't get rid of--I just live with it.

PC: You get a more flexibility, and can have 10 sets of macros for each job if you want, by moving .mcr files around. Handy for those who level multiple jobs and have elaborate macro setups.

Otherwise, the game plays about the same on either, I'd think.

What about the graphics are they really better on the XBox? now since im just starting out again from scratch and relearning everything (havent played in 5yrs) i am starting in the old zones.

Thanks btw

[Feba]

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Technically ifrit, on PC, you can have as many macros as you want, depending on how you organize them. But that requires logging in and out and a lot of setup 95% of people don't need.

[Kafeen]

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What about the graphics are they really better on the XBox? now since im just starting out again from scratch and relearning everything (havent played in 5yrs) i am starting in the old zones.

Thanks btw

No, if anything they're better on PC. Your TV might be able to handle 1080p but the XBox can't under most circumstances. You'll get a much better picture if tweek your registry settings on the PC to run at a higher resolution. If you want to use your TV, plug the PC into it.

You can use the same account on XBox and PC though, just not at the same time. FFXI is cheap for the 360 so you could always pick it up abd try it out. If you have a 61" TV I'm guessing you're not strapped for cash.

[Gizim]

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No, if anything they're better on PC. Your TV might be able to handle 1080p but the XBox can't under most circumstances. You'll get a much better picture if tweek your registry settings on the PC to run at a higher resolution. If you want to use your TV, plug the PC into it.

You can use the same account on XBox and PC though, just not at the same time. FFXI is cheap for the 360 so you could always pick it up abd try it out. If you have a 61" TV I'm guessing you're not strapped for cash.

I know that on the Final Fantasy box for the 360 it can support 1080i which is pretty good. I have duel 22inch monitors on my computer both running 1680x1050 (Sadly since you can not run windowed mode i cant move my mouse out of the 1st monitor). 1080i runs at 1920 × 1080 so the rez will be higher but yeah that doesnt mean it will look better if the textures arent made for it.

[InuTrunks]

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No, if anything they're better on PC. Your TV might be able to handle 1080p but the XBox can't under most circumstances.

Just a small clifactaion (sp) here.

Both versions of the xbox 360 can support 1080p. Though, using 1080p though RGB (componate) is very rare, and I'm going to go out on a limb and say that about 90% of tv's do NOT support it though that connection.

The main (and primary) ways to get 1080p are DVI and HDMI. So, unless you have a n Elite, chances are, you won't be running at 1080p.

Also, I'd have to disagree with them being better on the PC. It all depends on your PC. For my friend, who has a really crappy PC, they are better on the 360, because his computer is trash. But for me, someone who can afford to run the background reg edits, the game looks better on the PC for me.

Also, if you check the back of the box for FFXI on the 360:

[HDTV 720p][Online Multiplayer 2-10000+] (LOL!)

[Gizim]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

Just a small clifactaion (sp) here.

Both versions of the xbox 360 can support 1080p. Though, using 1080p though RGB (componate) is very rare, and I'm going to go out on a limb and say that about 90% of tv's do NOT support it though that connection.

The main (and primary) ways to get 1080p are DVI and HDMI. So, unless you have a n Elite, chances are, you won't be running at 1080p.

Also, I'd have to disagree with them being better on the PC. It all depends on your PC. For my friend, who has a really crappy PC, they are better on the 360, because his computer is trash. But for me, someone who can afford to run the background reg edits, the game looks better on the PC for me.

I dont have the Elite but the 360 with componate can do 1080p i have GRAW 2 and it does it fine the Final Fantasy Online only does 1080i.

[InuTrunks]

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It may work fine, but what i'm saying is most TV's do not support 1080p though Component .

[Ghostraven]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

It all depends on how fast your PC is.

You need a fast processor to get the most out of FFXI. the 360 version looks nice on an HDTV but there is very little customization you can do, meaning the graphics and effects are stuck on "high".

This makes for very nice visuals, but will also be laggy in crowded situations (auction houses, more than 1 party in your area) which cannot be adjusted. Also switching macro pallettes can be slow and choppy as well, and opening the map does have a short lag, which is very annoying compared to the speed of PC macros.

[Tirjasdyn]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

Why don't you just hook up your computer to your tv...the card is much less than the xbox if you don't already have one.

[Gizim]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

It all depends on how fast your PC is.

You need a fast processor to get the most out of FFXI. the 360 version looks nice on an HDTV but there is very little customization you can do, meaning the graphics and effects are stuck on "high".

This makes for very nice visuals, but will also be laggy in crowded situations (auction houses, more than 1 party in your area) which cannot be adjusted. Also switching macro pallettes can be slow and choppy as well, and opening the map does have a short lag, which is very annoying compared to the speed of PC macros.

Oh the computer has no power issues

[Gizim]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

Why don't you just hook up your computer to your tv...the card is much less than the xbox if you don't already have one.

One reason for this thread is because my wife uses the computer as well and so it would free up the computer so she can use it plus the game is only $20.

[HairdewX]

Re: Playing FFOnline with PC and XBox360

One reason for this thread is because my wife uses the computer as well and so it would free up the computer so she can use it plus the game is only $20.

I am in a similar situation as you. My wife plays on a PC, while I play on an Xbox 360. It works out just fine.

The PC does have 2 GB of RAM, so when the areas get really crowded, the PC version doesn't slow down at all, while the 360 will have a drop in fram rate (although nothing so low as to make it unplayable). Other than that, I really enjoy playing on a console.

Between the two, I am finding myself more "comfortable" playing on the 360

The game will look great in 1080i on your HDTV. Not only that, you can get achievements for FFXI

[Gizim]

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