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Im thinking about starting this game and i have a question is this a good solo friendly kind of game where i can enjoy most of the game going solo or do I have to group to get farther into the game and get better items and stuff like that?
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My memories of this game is old, it dates back to 2003. But from my old experience, this was NOT a solo friendly game. Even killing a even level monster was a risky adventure.
But time is 2008 now. Things could have, and probably, have changed.
I came back to this game recently, and I haven't found much differences in terms of solo-ability. In other words, still not a solo friendly game.
You will do find until level 10 or so alone though.
Unfortunately, you do have to group to get farther into the game and get better items and stuff.
However, FFXI is easily enjoyable once youre used to playing in 6-man parties.
Some class can solo.
RDM, BLM, DNC, Nin, bluemage, PUP...etc. Just why would you spend 6 hour soloing just to gain 1 level with risk of dying when you can gain 1 level every 2-3 hour with a group with little risk on wipe?
The reason why no one brother to solo is because you lose experience. If wow have lose experience on death, the game wouldn't even be solo game anymore. (Daoc is the same, you don't solo as much)
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To the OP. This game has some solo content in it but it's definately the minority. This is a very Japanes-centric game and they emphasize team work over the solo "hero". Recently i've had some of the most exciting stuff happening all in group play it's awesome when you do something and your friends and Linkshell mates are all as speechless as you. This game is a drug and it makes you bust your ass (in groups) for the awesome gear but let me tell you. I've never in my gaming history ever donned a piece of armor and felt such a sense of accomplishment or pride in my life. I took screenshots, yammered to anyone and everyone that would listen and even told friends who had no idea what I was going on about as they dont play the game. This game has so many moments of this but you must work for it (again, in groups).
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