It mystifies me why this is so popular. Can't see it.

A fairy engaging premise, ruined by poor execution.
A huge disappointment, coming on the heels of Greedfall as it did.

I've started playing FFXIV at least 5 times, but it never manages to snare me. The most fun I've had of it is during character creation, which is where the game really shines.
FFXIV has pretty art, and there's plenty of customisation to be done during CC. But that's all it has going for it, really. Otherwise, it's a drag. And one that requires me to pay a montly fee to allow me access, at that.