To follow up on an earlier story, it appears that speculation has arisen concerning in exactly what format Final Fantasy XI will be released in outside of Japan. Due to the various complications that have arisen during the Playstation 2 game release, such as the unavailability of PS2 hard drives and network adapters, gamers are finding relief in the upcoming PC version. This version, much more cost efficient, is expected to increase the popularity of the game by a respectable amount.
Despite previous confirmations of a US release, it is still suspected that only the PC version of the game will be released to avoid further costs and problems on the PlayOnline network. While the move would save money, the high specifications of the game require a top-notch computer and graphics card. Because of this, Square has lined up deals with computer manufactuer Dell and graphics card maker Nvidia in a move to promote the PC version of the game.
Square has also announced yet another online game for the PlayOnline server. The game is slated for a late 2003 or early 2004 launch and will be the second online game Square has made thus far.
[Source:] Gameforms.
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