Square Enix has detailed how it plans to fix server slowdown in Final Fantasy XIV. The new patch, 1.22, will allow players to purchase items within all three cities in the game through marked NPC’s.
* The following adjustments, scheduled for patch 1.22, are in development and subject to change.
The measures outlined below will be implemented in patch 1.22 to address server slowdown.
Market Areas
It will now be possible to purchase items from all three cities via designated NPCs.
The location of the item search feature will be changed.
“Market Guide” NPCs will be added.
Click here for more details on these, and other, market area improvements.
Inns
The entrance to the Ul’dah Inn will be relocated to the Gold Court in the Ul’dah Merchant Strip (X:6, Y:5).
Please note that until these measures are implemented, the current restrictions on entering the Ul’dah Inn will remain in effect.
[Via VG247]