News | FINAL FANTASY XIV, The Lodestone (2024)

The European logical data center, Shadow, and the probationary Worlds released to mitigate potential congestion following the launch of Dawntrail will be shut down on Tuesday, 27 August. We ask that players visiting probationary Worlds using the Data Center Travel system return to their Home World before the closure.

Please note that from Friday, 16 August at 3:00 (GMT) / 4:00 (BST) / 13:00 (AEST), it will no longer be possible to visit probationary Worlds via Data Center Travel.

New optional items will be added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Thursday, 8 August around 10:00 (GMT) / 11:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEST).

We'll also be hosting a limited-time sale on a selection of Moonfire Faire items, so don't miss out!

Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.

* The items featured above will be available for purchase after the maintenance scheduled to conclude on Thursday, 8 August around 10:00 (GMT) / 11:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEST). Please visit the News section for detailed maintenance information.
* During periods immediately following the sale of new optional items, congestion in the delivery system may cause item deliveries to take longer than usual.

The Dawntrail: FINAL FANTASY XIV Original Soundtrack is set to release on Wednesday, 30 October. The Blu-ray Music disc will feature 66 tracks from the Dawntrail expansion, including the main theme and tracks from the Arcadion: Light-heavyweight raids, accompanied by stunning visuals!

Furthermore, certain tracks will be available from digital retailers ahead of the full album!

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We are pleased to present the complete event programme for FINAL FANTASY XIV at gamescom 2024! In the wake of Dawntrail's release, we have spared no expense and effort to make it a real blast. We have a few surprises in store at gamescom, so be sure to join us!

Read on for details.

With fireworks in the air and festive decorations on every street corner, the season of summer is in full swing. So long as the sun shines bright, there is time yet for further merriment, and Costa del Sol's sandy beaches beckon... Bring your friends, family, and pets to revel and rampage at this year's Moonfire Faire!

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The latest episode of the North American Community team's Duty Commenced live show has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn't join the team live this time? No problem! The episode is available to watch below or on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV Twitch channel.

This time, the Community team took their first steps into Dawntrail. Watch as they battled opponents from the AAC Light-heavyweight Tier and the fierce Valigarmanda (Extreme) alongside fellow Warriors of Light.

FINAL FANTASY XIV is headed to Seattle for PAX West 2024! We invite seasoned veterans to battle against Valigarmanda, new adventurers to challenge early primal battles, or simply come by and snap a photo in our photo spot and participate in fun giveaways! We'll also be hosting a special panel with Lead UI Designer Kei Odagiri that you won't want to miss!

Read on for details.

We appreciate everyone's cooperation with our congestion countermeasures during the launch of Dawntrail.

As of today, the previously announced travel restrictions will be lifted from the World Visit System and Data Center Travel; however, Patch 7.05 will introduce new regulations based on World classifications to promote the even distribution of players across our Worlds.

* When a World (regardless of classification) has reached maximum World Visit or Data Center Travel capacity, players will be unable to visit that World through the respective travelling method.

Furthermore, visiting characters that are logged out on that World will need to return to their Home World from the character selection menu to log in.

View the current classifications for each World as of Patch 7.05.

World classifications will change over time depending on the population of each server. Please refer to the official site for the latest information.

Patch 7.05 brings a multitude of additions and refinements to the realm, including the Savage version of AAC Light-heavyweight Tier, the new Cenote Ja Ja Gural treasure dungeon, and the introduction of Allagan tomestones of heliometry.

Read the patch notes.

* Updated 1 August 2024 at 9:30 (GMT) / 1 August 2024 at 19:30 (AEST)

The next episode of Duty Commenced, the North American Community team's live show, is set for Wednesday, 31 July. Join the Community team as they step into the Arcadion and battle through the AAC Light-heavyweight Tier. After that, the team will head to Worqor Zormor to challenge Valigarmanda (Extreme). As always, there will be a showcase of the latest entries for Community Commendations and giveaways!

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A 30-day free trial is available for adventurers to embark on their journey through Dawntrail with enhanced audio immersion before making a purchase. Furthermore, the recent release of Immerse Gamepack Version 2.2 significantly improves the spatial audio experience. It also adds new features and modifies those that were difficult to use in order to improve the overall user experience. Try the latest version of Immerse Gamepack FINAL FANTASY XIV Edition now!

Learn more about Immerse Gamepack FINAL FANTASY XIV Edition.

* If you have already enjoyed your 30-day free trial on Immerse Gamepack 2.2 released on 17 May, you will not be eligible for a second trial using this version.

We are pleased to announce that FINAL FANTASY XIV will be at gamescom 2024 in Cologne, Germany, and will welcome adventurers from all over the world! We have some surprises in store, so be sure to pop by!

Read on for details.

To celebrate the launch of Dawntrail, select FFXIV merchandise is available with free shipping this weekend on the Square Enix Store!

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Get ready to embark on a refreshing new adventure with the FINAL FANTASY XIV x Gong cha partnership, bringing a taste of Eorzea to tea lovers through a limited-time range of FFXIV-inspired teas and a chance to earn the adorable Porxie King Mount.

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The Dawntrail promotional site has been updated with screenshots of the upcoming raid series, the Arcadion.

Visit the Dawntrail website.

We are pleased to present the patch notes for Patch 7.01, which introduces the new raid series, the Arcadion, and an assortment of new items.

* Additional features will be implemented in future updates:
The Arcadion (Savage) and the treasure hunt dungeon Cenote Ja Ja Gural are scheduled to be released in Patch 7.05.

Read the patch notes.

* Updated 1 August 2024 at 2:00 (GMT) / 1 August 2024 at 12:00 (AEST)

Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida would like to address concerns regarding an issue with brightness settings in housing.

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Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida would like to share an update on the granting of free game time to players that have been affected by ongoing issues since the launch of Dawntrail’s early access.

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