PS3 Graphics Follow

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JQ87KtH1G8 Here is a video comparing the both exploring different areas. Really the only difference in the 2 is the PC version has a little more definition and color to it. I also watched this on my PS3 on the youtube app on a HDTV42" w/ HDMI cable on the highest resolution. It names the version on the right corner as u watch the vid.


Edited, Aug 12th 2013 2:18pm by Galkawarriorelite

I don't see the PS4 version being much of an upgrade though. If better hardware meant better performance, why is the PC version nerfed? I mean, it still remains to be see what options will be in at launch or when DX11 hits, but I don't imagine they'll ever have PC and PS4 versions on par with what they're capable of. They've either done a good job with the PS3 or a poor job with the PC version.

I let my g/f borrow my PS3 so that she could play in Phase 3 until I could order and build her PC. The graphics weren't that bad compared to the PC version, however a lot of the options just weren't there in the graphics setting, such as resolution. This led to a very oversized UI but that will be fixed with UI scaling at launch.

The biggest thing I noticed about the PS3 version however was the framerate. The framerate was absolutely abysmal compared to the PC version. With only a few people/mobs around the PS3 had to only be getting 20 or less FPS. Hopefully they have streamlined it since P3 because I don't think the system could handle 24 mans very well.

Also, if anyone's planning on getting a PS4 primarily for this game I would suggest just building your own PC for $1000. I'd get one anyway after all the garbage they tried to pull with their system announcements.

Edited, Aug 13th 2013 1:23pm by DamienSScott

Are you confusing the PS4 with the Xbox One? I think so because the PS4 has done everything right so far. It was the PS3 that did everything wrong at launch.

Anyways, I think you're opinion about the PS3 version isn't fair. It's like watching TV on 1080P and then going back and watching TV on SD. Of course SD can't compete, but you don't know that if you're accustomed to certain standards. I have no doubt the PC version is superior, but the question should be is the game playable on the PS3? That answer is yes.

I'd also argue that you shouldn't spend $1,000 on a PC just for one game. Most people already have a PC so buying another rig just to play FFXIV isn't that smart either. The excuse you do a lot more with a PC isn't valid here because again most people have a PC already, they just can't run the game. If a person buys the PS4, they probably intend to play more games on the platform.

The bottom line for players who want to play on the PS3 is this. If you're satisfied with your PS3 and the way it plays normal games, you won't be disappointed by FFXIV. The graphics are slightly better than most PS3 games too. All the gripes mentioned by people in this thread are nothing new for PS3 games. If you're a PC gamer, you're going to be disappointed with the PS3 version so you should stick with the PC version.

I am extremely looking forward to the DX11 update, I REALLY hope they keep that as a high priority and get it delivered asap! The side by sides of PS3 to PC might get a bit more drastic at that point until the PS4 version is out.

What Xoie said XD. The PS4 has some pretty craptastic features or lack thereof that are all pretty much a money grab. "Our big selling point is a share button right on the controller!" Joy, now we will have 50 million more pointless videos of some kid teabagging someone in CoD.

I never actually bought a system from this current gen (I'm "borrowing" my friend's PS3 that sounds like a jet engine) and I certainly won't be buying one from next gen. I'll be sticking to my PS1/PS2 for all of my gaming needs beyond what i can play on the PC. It isn't like anything exclusive and truly worth it has come out for a system since then anyway.

Edited, Aug 13th 2013 3:03pm by DamienSScott

It's not the same thing. One service offers several benefits for paying other than the ability to go online and the latter makes you pay an arm and a leg just to be competitive on an online game. This isn't about fanboys, this is about dollars and cents. One is a true value while the latter is a ripoff.


Edited, Aug 13th 2013 2:23pm by ShadowedgeFFXI

What are you talking about?.. MS charged for xbox live. For years Sony fanboys bashed Live for being pay.
Now Sony is going to charge for the exact same thing. It has been free it is no longer going to be free. They both offer free games now. There is no difference except xbox live is actually a good service and the only thing ms has done right. live have ability to chat not just in-game chat is which is a good feature, something Sony has not figured out.
We would not have to worry about the developers putting in-game chat for FFXIV because it is not needed on the xbox.

Edited, Aug 13th 2013 3:35pm by Nashred

I have to agree with ShadowEdge on this debate.

I have a 6 year old PS3 fat model. It used to be only 60GB but since I have upgraded just the harddrive (for only $50 CAD) it is now 300GB. It still plays PS3 games now just as well as it used to back when I purchased it - it has stood the test of time.

I have a 4 year old laptop. I used to be able to play up to date games on it. Mind you it was mostly purchased to get me through university, but it is already too old and too far behind to be able to play 90% of big games released these days.

So, in my case, it just doesn't make sense to purchase a new computer. I have one that works and is just fine for all of my usual PC needs. I have a PS3 console for all of my gaming needs. It will play FFXIV just as well as it plays all my other PS3 games, no less. When I eventually want to make the leap up to the PS4 I can guarantee that I will buy the upgraded console versino of FFVIX as well.



While this statement may be true, the reverse is also true. There hasn't really been much in the way of exclusives for the PC in a while, at least not many games that have captured my interest. Especially considering one of the big ones (Diablo 3) is coming to the PS3 very soon.

Also, PS+ is worth the (roughly) $50/year and then some. Easily in the past year I have downloaded over $300 worth of free games for my $50 entry fee off of PSN. All XBL Gold gives you is online access.

Plus is only required for online play and you get free games, online saves, and more. Netflix and other services don't require Plus, while they require Gold on Xbox. I'm guessing that is what is beign referred to.

It has been a while, and I actually forgot that they added this, read something about it a while ago. I would go out on a limb though and still mention that the games you have been given free access to on XBL do not compare in quality nor quantity to the games we have received through PS+ (which by the way has been giving away free stuff for YEARS). Also, it should be mentioned that $50 not only covers you for free PS3 games, it also nets you free PSVita games as well.



Very good point.

Yeah but it's on an Xbox

The controller alone makes me feel sticky.