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Final Fantasy XIV Online
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Final Fantasy XIV Online

2013·27 stories·60 articles·1 following

Take part in an epic and ever-changing Final Fantasy as you adventure and explore with friends from around the world. Final Fantasy XIV Online is the 2013 relaunch of the massively multiplayer online role-playing game that takes the wonder of the FF legacy and expands it, allowing you to explore the realm of Eorzea like never before in a Final Fantasy game. Forge friendships, mount chocobos, and board airships as you and your companions create your own unique stories in Eorzea. Adventure alone or join up with friends to undertake epic quests, battle familiar Final Fantasy monsters, and acquire unique abilities and equipment. All the classic elements from the series that you have come to know and love are waiting! Embark of the adventure of a lifetime to help reforge the fate of Eorzea!

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  • Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold Announced as Next Expansion, Launching January 2027

    Square Enix officially unveiled Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold at the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim, confirming it as the MMO's next major expansion. The announcement was accompanied by a reveal trailer and a firm launch window of January 2027. All sources reported consistently on the title and release window.

    13 sources·1h
  • RPGs Coming This Week (4/21/26): Final Fantasy XIV Updates and a Zelda-Like

    This week’s RPG release lineup includes the latest update for Final Fantasy XIV and a visually striking Zelda-like, alongside additional role-playing titles arriving in late April 2026.

    1 source·2d
  • Square Enix Localizer Koji Fox Shares AI Art Inspired by The Primals at Final Fantasy 14 Fan Fest

    During Final Fantasy 14 Fan Fest, Square Enix localizer Koji Fox shared AI-generated art and said he made an AI approximation of an artist featured in The Primals because the company’s CEO has shown interest in using AI tools in daily work.

    1 source·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in August, Square Enix Confirms

    Square Enix has officially announced that Final Fantasy XIV will be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, with a release window set for August. Both outlets reported the news as a confirmed announcement, marking the long-running MMO's first appearance on a Nintendo platform.

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  • Final Fantasy XIV Exhibition Light Warrior’s Chronicle – Adventurer’s Chronicle Opens in Tokyo

    Square Enix has opened the Final Fantasy XIV exhibition “Light Warrior’s Chronicle – Adventurer’s Chronicle.” It is running at Tokyo’s Sunshine City from April 25 to May 10, with an Osaka run scheduled from May 30 to June 14.

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  • Final Fantasy XIV's Next Expansion "Shirongin no Wanderer" (The Silver Wanderers) Announced for January 2027, Nintendo Switch 2 Version Coming August 2026

    Square Enix officially announced the next Final Fantasy XIV expansion, "Hakugin no Wanderer" (The Silver Wanderers / Patch 8.0), at the FFXIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim on April 24–25, targeting a January 2027 launch. The expansion introduces two new jobs (one Tank, one DPS), a new action system with "Reborn Mode" and "Evolve Mode," a raised level cap of 110, and sweeping quality-of-life redesigns aimed at reducing daily-task fatigue. Separately, a Nintendo Switch 2 version of FFXIV was confirmed for August 2026, ahead of the expansion itself.

    12 sources·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial Expands to Include Shadowbringers

    Square Enix announced that the Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail free trial will be expanded, allowing players to progress through Shadowbringers. The offer will be available on PlayStation 5/PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, Mac, and Steam.

    1 source·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV: The Arcane Wanderer Says Patch 8.3 Is PS4’s Capacity Limit, Urges Move to PS5

    At a keynote for Final Fantasy XIV: The Arcane Wanderer, the game announced the new expansion will be playable on PlayStation 4, but said patch 8.3 is the platform’s capacity limit and encouraged a future transition to PlayStation 5.

    1 source·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail’s New Alliance Raid Brings Evangelion Collaboration

    Square Enix announced a new collaborative alliance raid for Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, titled “Silver Dawn Wanderer,” with Evangelion. The MMORPG is available on PlayStation 5/4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, macOS, and Steam.

    1 source·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Will Undergo Major System Changes With a Seasonal Model and New Adventurer Activities

    At Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim, producer and director Naoki Yoshida announced major upcoming changes to the game system, including the introduction of a seasonal structure and a new “Adventurer Activity” feature.

    1 source·2d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.51 Adds The Raid Abyssal Fiend: Utopian Star Dance Featuring Yoshitaka Nomura

    Square Enix revealed at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim that Patch 7.51 will add the raid “Zetsuyouseiranbu” (Abyssal Fiend: Utopian Star Dance). The update also features a new appointment for artist Tetsuya Nomura.

    1 source·2d
  • Tetracast 439 Discusses Vampire Crawlers, Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, and Indie Live Expo

    In Tetracast 439, the hosts review Vampire Crawlers and Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, share details from the announcement of Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, and discuss news from Indie Live Expo.

    1 source·2d
  • Thousands of Final Fantasy XIV players applaud as developers unveil new combat system with streamlined controls and revamped class abilities

    Final Fantasy XIV players gathered to react enthusiastically as developers presented a new combat system. The update is set to feature streamlined button inputs and more distinct abilities for each class.

    1 source·3d
  • 2 New Jobs and Evolved Mode Coming to Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold

    Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold will add two new jobs and introduce an Evolved job action system for the game’s 21 existing classes, alongside updates to the Reborn and Evolved modes.

    1 source·4d
  • Final Fantasy XIV won’t allow changing your character’s body size yet

    Final Fantasy XIV currently restricts character customization related to body size, preventing players from giving their characters a larger physique like a bigger “ass.” The article frames this as not being possible at this time, with no confirmed timeline provided.

    1 source·4d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Announces Evangelion-Themed Raid Series for the Anime’s 30th Anniversary

    Square Enix has announced a Raid series for Final Fantasy XIV based on Evangelion as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The event will bring Evangelion content to FFXIV.

    1 source·4d
  • FFXIV Same-Region Player Matching Coming in Patch 7.5X

    Final Fantasy XIV will add same-region player matching as part of the 7.5X patch series. An exact release date has not been announced yet.

    1 source·4d
  • Final Fantasy XIV 8.0 Evercold update adds character creation changes, Seasons, and an Armoury update

    Final Fantasy XIV’s 8.0 Evercold update will introduce new character creation options, a Seasons system, and an Armoury update, along with additional systems based on weekly cycles.

    1 source·4d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Online Launches the Evercold Expansion in January

    Final Fantasy XIV Online is getting a new Evercold expansion next January, bringing new content under the themes of hearing, feeling, thinking, and cooling down.

    1 source·4d
  • Crowds Gather in Anaheim for Final Fantasy XIV Fanfest

    Thousands of attendees are in Anaheim for Final Fantasy XIV Fanfest, creating a packed, festival-like scene for the event.

    1 source·4d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Manga Chapters to Be Free During 2026 US Fan Fest

    During the 2026 US Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival, additional chapters from the FFXIV: Eorzea Academy and Saki & FFXIV manga will be available for free.

    1 source·6d
  • Final Fantasy XIV Chocobo Racing VR Attraction Announced for Japan

    A new Final Fantasy XIV Chocobo Racing VR attraction is set to appear in Japan as an XR experience. Details were shared alongside the announcement of the VR attraction opening there.

    1 source·Apr 21
  • Square Enix Reaches Settlement With Final Fantasy 14 Video Creator Over Harassment Allegations

    Square Enix has taken action against a Final Fantasy 14 video creator following harassment of employees tied to a defamatory news blog’s shutdown. The two sides settled amicably, with the creator paying an undisclosed compensation amount.

    2 sources·Apr 20
  • FFXIV Fan Fest 2026 Twitch Chat Badges Revealed

    Square Enix has detailed six Twitch chat badges fans can earn by watching official and participating Final Fantasy XIV streams during the 2026 Fan Festivals.

    1 source·Apr 17
  • FFXIV Jollibee Crossover Begins Next Week With Special Meals, Emote, and Merchandise

    A new Final Fantasy XIV crossover with Jollibee launches next week, featuring special meals, an Eat Chicken emote, and merchandise such as t-shirts.

    1 source·Apr 17
  • Beastmaster PvP Content May Be Coming to Final Fantasy XIV

    A new PvP mode based on Beastmaster could be added to Final Fantasy XIV, depending on player feedback. The game’s existing foundations for such content are already in place.

    1 source·Apr 17
  • Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 - Trail to the Heavens Trailer Released Ahead of April 28 Part 1 Launch

    Square Enix has unveiled the first full trailer for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 - Trail to the Heavens, which is set to begin with Part 1 launching on April 28.

    1 source·Apr 17

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