Final Fantasy XI has performed brilliantly since its launch and has become one of the leading games of its kind. There are going to be plenty of exciting developments for this title in 2006. Its release on a new platform shall see its audience grow even larger. A third expansion is also coming and will add new content to its world.

Final Fantasy XI has already established itself as a success. The decision to take the Final Fantasy series into the realm of online gaming was a bold move, but it paid off. Vana'diel is a community that has flourished and brought many players into its world. It has built up a massive subscription base, accumulating more than 1.5 million game characters by the close of 2004.

Final Fantasy XI will preserve its popularity as it moves through 2006. It is clear by this point that it is a game with long-term appeal. There is great depth and invention to its gameplay and players have responded well to it. Its developers update the game regularly and include new content to keep people interested. It is extremely likely that its player base will grow even further in the course of this year. The main reason for this is that it is due to be launched on a new platform.

Final Fantasy XI is going to be released on the Microsoft Xbox 360 console. This is planned for the spring of 2006. The launch should be a great success. Square Enix have more than three years experience of running the game and they know how best to present it. This move will help it to reach an entirely new audience. Moreover the Xbox 360's power will heighten the whole feel of the game. The ability to play it on this platform will make it especially appealing.