A Twist in the Hair: The Contest Fiasco
In the magical world of Eorzea, the excitement was palpable as fans eagerly anticipated the results of the recent hairstyle competition in Final Fantasy 14. However, what was meant to be a joyful celebration quickly turned into a hair-raising blunder. Square Enix found themselves in a bit of a hairy situation, as they had to apologize for messing up the winner’s submission, citing limitations such as the polygon count.
Polygon Count: The Hidden Villain
For those not versed in the intricacies of game design, the term ‘polygon count’ refers to the number of polygons used to create a 3D model. This essentially dictates how detailed a character’s hair can be. In a world where aesthetic is everything, the hair in Final Fantasy 14 is more than just a bunch of pixels. It’s a statement. So, when the technical limitations played a role in misrepresenting the winning hairstyle, it left players scratching their heads—quite literally.
Can We Move Past This?
Square Enix has publicly acknowledged their mistake, which is commendable. However, with great hairstyles comes great responsibility! Fans are hopeful that in the future, these limitations won’t turn a glamorous victory into a questionable mishap. The community is ready to forgive if it means more fabulous hairstyles in the game. After all, who wouldn’t want to flaunt their character’s ‘do when venturing through the stunning landscapes of Eorzea? Let’s keep our fingers crossed for fixes, updates, and, perhaps, a few extra polygons!
