Well, FFXI is a very different animal than XIV. XI is a lot like EverQuest, which is itself a very different beast than newer MMOs. The Korean MMOs (Lineage, TERA, Rift, etc.) are their own kind of thing. Part of the issue might just be that you don't like the mechanics of a late-model US-style theme park MMO, which is more or less what FFXIV is. Unfortunately, right now, there is no MMO of the style of EQ1 and FFXI other than them.
Also, I'd agree with you that having someone who doesn't share your interests when your interests are time-consuming can be tough. I've got a friend whose fiancée isn't into MMOs or tabletop RPGs, but since they both share a love of movies and video games, they work pretty well; when he's spending his Saturday playing tabletop, she's catching up on her video games. Part of what kept you in FFXI was probably being able to share it with your ex.
Also, I'd agree with you that having someone who doesn't share your interests when your interests are time-consuming can be tough. I've got a friend whose fiancée isn't into MMOs or tabletop RPGs, but since they both share a love of movies and video games, they work pretty well; when he's spending his Saturday playing tabletop, she's catching up on her video games. Part of what kept you in FFXI was probably being able to share it with your ex.
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