Based on the highly popular Final Fantasy franchise, this is the second MMORPG attempt from publishers Square Enix. Following on from the classic Final Fantasy XI, Final Fantasy XIV includes an array of exciting features with an in-depth class system, extensive crafting options and a number of unique MMORPG mechanics.

One of the most unique features of Final Fantasy XIV is the class system, dubbed the Armoury System. Unlike other MMORPG titles were your class decision shackles you to stick to it for the entirety of your experience, FFXIV allows you to switch classes at any time simply by changing your weaponry. The game features a total of 18 options in the Armoury System, including combat options like Gladiator, Archer and Conjurer as well as crafting classes such as Miner, Botanist and Carpenter. Each Armoury choice has unique abilities and traits, and can be leveled individually simply by using the class or craft.

The questing system also has a unique twist, Levequests are available to all players and can be collected from various NPC's. Once you accept a Levequest you're given the location and objective as well as an easy to use tracking system. Each Levequest is associated with a safe zone within an area, allowing you to replenish your mana and health at anytime during the quest and also offers a teleportation feature to get you back to the NPC as fast as possible. Upon completing your quest, you receive rewards instantly, without having to return to the NPC, and a portal appears that lets you teleport back to the associated safe zone.

Square Enix decided to make the game free to play until they were able to fix many of the issues reported at launch, it is scheduled to include to a pay to play model towards the end of November 2011, at which point it will return to the original $12.99 a month fee.