Square Enix: Xbox Live Network Policies A Holdup For Final Fantasy XIV 360
by July 12, 2010 @ 7:05 pm
In a perfect world, if RPG juggernaut Square Enix had its way, an Xbox 360 version of Final Fantasy XIV would be in development. Unfortunately, the closed fort knox-like environment of Microsoft’s Xbox Live service is causing negotiations between the two firms to fall through, according to producer Hiromichi Tanaka.
In a recent interview with German site 4Player, Tanaka lamented over Microsoft’s sheer reluctance to allow external functionality, such as a web browser.
Despite numerous failed attempts at sweet talking, Square Enix remains hopeful. Tanaka says the company will make a continued push to reach an agreement, adding that there would “definitely” be a 360 version of the MMORPG if Microsoft comes to terms and loosens up its infrastructure policies. Keep the faith, folks.
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