Game Overview:
Final Fantasy 14 is a massively multiplayer online role-playing gam (MMORPG) developed and published by Square Enix.
After the critical and commercial failure of the original Final Fantasy 14 Online in 2010, the revamped Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn was released in 2013 to much praise and success.
Check out the new trailer for Final Fantasy 14: Endwalker's next major content update, which now has a May 23 release date.
Square Enix has detailed the new content that we can expect from Final Fantasy 14's next major update.
Final Fantasy 14 players that own the Starter Edition can now grab Stormblood for free until May 8.
A new Dungeon in Lapis Manalis, an Unreal Trial against Sophia, more Dungeons added to Duty Support, and diving in La Noscea also available.
Square Enix has shown off quite a few details for the upcoming patch 6.3 for Final Fantasy 14: Endwalker during a recent Producer LIVE event.
A new Unreal Trial, Ultimate Raid, dungeon, Crystalline Conflict map, and custom deliveries are coming along with more Duty Support functions.
The Final Fantasy 7 series has sold 13.9 million physical and digital units since the first game launched in 1997 for the PS1.
Patch 6.25 is out on October 18th and adds new Variant and Criterion Dungeons along with side stories and weapon enhancement quests.
Final Fantasy 14 director and producer Naoki Yoshida has revealed details of Endwalker's patch 6.2, along with a release window, and more details about Island Sanctuary.
All plot details for the MMORPG's Patch 6.X series have been decided, and director and producer Naoki Yoshida is already looking ahead to the next expansion.
Naoki Yoshida, producer and director of Final Fantasy 14, gives an update on the ongoing housing lottery problem in the MMORPG.
New Main Scenario Quests and side quests are coming along with a new Dungeon, Trial, Alliance Raid and the Duty Support System.
Square Enix has shared more details regarding the upcoming lottery system for housing and land sales in their MMORPG Final Fantasy 14.
Final Fantasy 14's developers have suggested that new in-game areas for the MMORPG might be in the works, including an entirely new continent.
Naoki Yoshida and Toshio Murouchi recently introduced the new content that is being added to the MMORPG with its upcoming update.
Final Fantasy 14 is set to host its annual Little Ladies Day event on March 14, and more info is to be revealed on March 7.
This will include updates to character models and environments, entailing improved lighting, shadows, shaders, and more.
New players can once again experience the entire base game, Heavensward and all content up to patch 3.56 for absolutely free.
Square Enix's MMORPG gets its much awaited patch 6.08, adding several changes to the available Sobs and officially opening up the new Oceanian data server.
Naoki Yoshida, the director and producer of Final Fantasy 14, shares plans of opening up a new Oceania server, resuming digital sales, and expanding the North American and European data centers.
The level 90 raid requires a party of eight players and awards tokens for per completed circle, which can then be exchanged for gear.
Servers are so congested that Square Enix is temporarily turning away new players. In other words, the MMORPG is suffering from too much success.
Final Fantasy 14's fourth major expansion is out now, promising a dramatic culmination of its long-running story.
To make up for the long queues players are having to deal with, Square Enix is offering seven days of free game time to all owners of the MMORPG with an active subscription.
"Although we were unable to add new Worlds, we have implemented every other measure that was possible," Square Enix says ahead of the expansion's imminent launch.
Originally slated for November 23rd, the expansion is now launching two weeks later. A new launch trailer has also been released.
Producer/director Naoki Yoshida said that in terms of text, cutscenes and so on, "there's a lot more here than in Shadowbringers."
Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida reiterates that they are still talking with Microsoft, but stops short of confirming an Xbox version is in the works.
A new chunk of gameplay footage shows one of the MMORPG's new classes, plenty of combat, and more.
Producer Naoki Yoshida says Square Enix will "spare no expense with our investments to ensure that this game continues to be one which our players can enjoy."
A massive new trailer details the changes being made to a number of jobs in the MMORPG.
Producer and director Naoki Yoshida says the game has seen "staggering and unexpected" growth in the last couple of weeks, leading to server issues.
Square Enix's acclaimed MMORPG seems to be enjoying a surge in popularity, having sold out even digitally on the publisher's store.
Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion Endwalker is apparently generating significantly greater interest than its predecessor.
Naoki Yoshida says that the development team spent "over half a year using what free time they had" to add male Viera and female Hrothgar.
Producer and director Naoki Yoshida feels that the expansion will offer a "much more robust experience than previous installments."
New Alliance raid series, the Loporrits and Old Sharlayan have also been revealed.
Full cinematic trailer showcases cataclysmic events befalling Eorzea.
Patch 5.55 also goes live for the MMO next week.
"Death Unto Dawn - Part 1" patch is also available for all players.
A laundry list of things for new players to think about.
This includes free trial players as well.
Over a dozen new minutes of footage shown off.
Patch 5.5 is out on April 13th along with the PS5 version's open beta.
Official service is expected to begin immediately after the open beta.
"The sole factors are the workload and the order of steps," says Naoki Yoshida.
Natsuko Ishikawa is slated to return as main scenario writer on the latest expansion.
Final Fantasy 14 producer Naoki Yoshida says the development team's condensed schedule doesn't leave much room for working on ports for other platforms.
However, the sheer challenge of updating ten years of assets is a big consideration.
It utilizes floating weapons called Nouliths to cast barriers and attack.
The update will coincide with the PS5 open beta's launch.
The MMORPG will boast 4K support, better frame rates, and faster load times on the PS5.
New areas, new jobs, increased level cap, and more inbound.
The 62nd Letter from the Producer Live will still go ahead as planned.
New side-quests, items and recipes have also been added.
You can also expect more announcements related to Final Fantasy 14.
The end of the Edens Verse raid, a new Trial and more story developments also await.
Square Enix teases the announcement of "cool things."
New players can hit level 60 and experience classes like the Dark Knight.
Naoki Yoshida talks about his chats with Phil Spencer.
The second NieR: Automata raid, a new dungeon, and more inbound.
The director/producer still has a few years left on the successful MMO.
The base game along with a free 30 day trial can be claimed for PS4 in some territories.
The MMORPG will fall behind schedule due to the current outbreak.
Producer/director Naoki Yoshida says this is due to its paid subscription model.
Charting the highs and lows of Square Enix's flagship franchise.
The publisher cited coronavirus concerns in East Asia as the reason.
Square Enix has unveiled its line-up for the upcoming convention.
A new dungeon, new main scenario quests, and Ruby Weapon await.
Ruby Weapon is showcased in all of its terrifying glory.
Ongoing games like Final Fantasy 14 and Dragon Quest Walk were a big reason why.
The MMO hits a big milestone.
Xbox boss says they have a "great relationship" with producer/director Naoki Yoshida.
"The Copied Factory" will arrive on October 29th, along with other content.
The duo talk about untangling the confusing original story.
It seems we shouldn't expect a new MMORPG entry in the RPG series anytime soon.
The publisher also rings Final Fantasy 14: Shadowringers, Final Fantasy 8 Remastered, and more.
The MMO is letting you get back in free of charge if you've been out for awhile.
Details on the NieR Automata-themed raids are also coming soon.
Trials of Mana, Life is Strange 2: Episode 4, and Final Fantasy 14 will also be present.
"If we were to start considering upgrading the graphics into our normal development schedule, I’d be very worried about our cycle," says the MMO's director Naoki Yoshida.
Final Fantasy 14: Shadowbringers debuts in second place.
New Job abilities are showcased, with mention of the Primals also dropped.
New trailer for Shadowbringers showcases Job Actions for various classes.
A free login campaign is also active until June 17th.
Players can meet Noctis from Final Fantasy 15 and earn a Regalia mount until May 27th.
Those talks must have been very close to concluding.
Initial development has finished and is currently shifting to "full-scale large-scale development phase".
Blizzard really could use his help on Diablo, so let the man have his wish, I say.
The issue, as always, is cross-platform play.
This collaboration quest with Final Fantasy 15 sees Noctis arriving in Eorzea.
Available till May 3rd, it allows you to play up to level 50 and avail a free 30 day subscription.
Someone give this man a budget, because he seems to have all the right ideas.
Noctis travels to Eorzea in mid-April and rematches with Garuda.
Designed by Yoko Taro and Yosuke Saito, YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse comprises three Alliance raids.
Partake in a new instanced dungeon, become a Blue Mage, or play Mahjong at the Gold Saucer in January.
Team up with a Miqo'te and battle the overwhelming Garuda in a new quest.
New Game Plus, a new class, increased level cap, and much more coming next year.
Cross platform play could be holding up the release of the game on those platforms.
Press "F" to pay respects to our dear beloved Dodobro.
Battle what seems to be a Rathalos in Final Fantasy 14.
The Return to Ivalice series continues with tons of new content.
Final Fantasy 14 Stormblood gives me hope that Square Enix hasn't completely forgotten about what makes the series tick.
Naoki Yoshida confirms that the studio has begun work on the next expansion for the MMO.
With the release of Stormblood, Square Enix saw a "sharp uptick" in subscriber numbers for the MMO.
I can see that happening, all things considered.
Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age sees "brisk" sales numbers as per Square Enix president.
Now in the top 10 of subscriber-based MMOs through history.
Patch 4.01 also brings class changes for Dark Knight, Ninja and Marauder.
Director discusses hurdles facing the MMO.
Hopefully the issues are resolved soon.
But that requires conversations with Microsoft and Nintendo.
Check out the spiffy new locations in the upcoming expansion.
Play endlessly... until you hit Level 35, at least.
Plenty of content will be on hand this June.
"Full game's worth of content" coming.
Plus, he discusses the MMORPG's continuing support of the PS3 version.
Tons of new features await for loyal players.
"It's business".
They are also offering refunds.
Journey into the belly of the beast tomorrow.
The conclusion to the world's story arrives with patch 2.55.
And that's the minimum.
Ishgard and Dravania look amazing in this extensive look.
Early access begins on June 19th for those who pre-ordered.
The Manderville Gold Saucer makes its debut at last.
Here's what to expect in patch 2.5.
Find out what lies in wait for part one of Before the Fall.
You'll no longer need PS Plus to explore the world of Eorzea (for 14 days).
Explore Eorzea and level up to 20 with the free trial.
A new class called the Dark Knight will also debut with Heavensward.
A Realm Reborn +1 patch buff.
It's a limited release, so grab it when you can.
Take a trip online and experience Square Enix's MMORPG for yourself.
And he wants to offer cross-platform compatibility with the same.
Ninjas and rogues.
Port authority.
Another hefty MMO with equally good graphics on the new gen console.
3DS titles dominate this week's top 10.
Square Enix's hit MMO finally available on PS4.
Acclaimed MMORPG debuts on Sony's new console.
Available in two days.
Everything you need to know about Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
And some small ones too.
Limited due to heat issues.
Launching soon.
A very intimidating looking Black Mage
Collector's Edition details revealed.
A "maelstrom" is coming.
FFXIV expands with new features.
Beta test trials to be held for players on February 22nd 2014.
Get timings and schedules here.
Net income is still a toss up however.
All aboard the next-gen train.
But how many daily players does it have?
Directors of past Final Fantasy titles on board.
The longer you subscribe, the greater the rewards haul.
The best Final Fantasy game in years.
This was done in order to keep the transfer process free of charge.
You can now buy the game again.
Unprecedented cross generational upgrade offer.
Game getting a 10 hour maintenance period to resolve the server issues it has been experiencing since launch.
Server expansion planned over next few days.
Crystals, over the top villains, mages, and a great soundtrack? Yep, that's classic Final Fantasy, all right.
Trouble brewing in paradise.
New details and screenshots follow.
If you can sit through thirteen minutes of Japanese narration, you're in for a treat.
The final beta testing period for the upcoming MMORPG
New footage for the upcoming relaunched MMO.
Hurry up if you want a chance to be a part of the final beta phase testing.
An MMO reborn.
Tons of new details released for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
Chocobos, pretty surroundings, monsters - what more could you want?
The Goddess herself makes a cameo in the MMO.
Real ones at that!
Currently in Phase 3, which sees PC and PS3 players together.
New classes revealed for upcoming MMO.
PC and PS3 players can now fight together.
New Square MMO optimized for Playstation 3.
The MMO coming to PS4 with save file transfer as well.
Lot of good games here.
"Square Enix Presents" coming soon.
Begin your adventure on August 27th 2013.
Square's relaunch looks better and better on the way to its summer launch.
Version 2 of the online RPG will finally be releasing in North America.
Producer talks about Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
Why even implement it then?
For the Chocobo mounts.
Explore the city of Gridania with Chocobo mounts.
Producer Naoki Yoshida took to forums to calm users.
Square Enix releases new footage showcasing real-time gameplay.
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A fresh start? Hopefully.
Yes, that is it.
Dungeon gameplay.
Rumours of the MMO's failure delaying several HD games were confirmed to be true.
Runs great on the PS3.
"We won’t make a mistake like FF14 again."
Square Enix seems confident about the game now.
Visual Works know what is required.
Alpha footage released by Square-Enix details what we can expect when the MMO hits next month.
Good footage from the updated version.
Check out these screenshots from Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
But may not necessarily showcase Limit Breaks.
Hey it's the PS3 version.
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