Most people install ffxi on their existing computers, so I'm not sure how relevant this will be. However, for those that may be interested, here's what I got.
Currently coming to market are these intel atom micro-pc's. They have fairly low specs, but should be able to run ffxi at 1080p on high settings, and double as a htpc. I'm currently testing some, and if it goes as planned, I think I can create and release an installer that will be custom to them, and would bypass the typical installation and update process.
These boxes run windows 10, have 4 USB ports, one Ethernet port, one HDMI port, one micro-sd slot, and 802.11 b/g/n wireless. They're available to both US and EU markets. They will run typical streaming programs such as Kodi/XBMC. And they cost $75-85 shipped.
I have 2 units that are arriving this week that I'll be testing on. I'll post the results of the tests, and if all goes well, at this price point I think they are cheap enough to replace whatever streaming device you're currently using, and give you the option to play ffxi on the living room tv/bedroom tv/bathroom tv.
There are also 8" tablet versions with the same specs that should run ffxi as well. I'll test one of those later though.
Please note I would not be selling these personally, merely provide information on where you could purchase one.
Update:
Got it, installed FFXI, didn't mess with the graphics much. 10-20fps in most cases, might be able to tweak it for more.
Full album of pictures here:
http://imgur.com/a/BYCRUHere it is for sale on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/M-Way-Wintel-Wind ... ords=z8300Alternate sale site:
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Wintel-W ... 63000.htmlAnd another alternate:
http://www.tomtop.com/new-x9-intel-bay- ... -v982.html