Final Fantasy XIV
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy XIV across the outlets.
Clair Obscur's narrative lead says while it's 'a painful process' to write, AI has never tempted her: 'The whole point of writing is to express what I have in my head'The narrative lead for Clair Obscur stated that while writing is a difficult process, AI has not been a temptation due to its lack of genuine creative expression. She views AI as a complex search engine rather than a creative tool. The studio Sandfall Interactive faced criticism for using AI-generated textures as placeholders.
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's Launch Trailer Adds Firion, Rikku, Clive, And More | Console CreaturesSquare Enix has released a new launch trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing numerous iconic characters and hinting at the game's story. The trailer features characters like Cloud, Warrior of Light, Zidane, and Lightning, alongside Firion, Rikku, and Clive. The article also touches on the game's gacha mechanics, which are a cause for concern despite the otherwise fun and tense 3v3 team boss battle gameplay.
Dissidia Duellum Gets Release Date FFX, FFXII, FFXII, and FFXVI CharactersDissidia Duellum will launch on March 24, 2026, for Android and iOS mobile devices. The game will feature characters from every mainline Final Fantasy entry, including Final Fantasy II, III, X, XI, XII, and XVI, with notable additions like Balthier, Clive, and Rikku. The trailer confirmed the release date and showcased gameplay footage.
After 5 years, the Final Fantasy 9 animated series is actually in production, but when we'll actually see it is…The Final Fantasy 9 animated series, now officially titled Final Fantasy: Black Mages Legacy, is officially in production with EuroVisual. The series will consist of ten 22-minute episodes, though a release window has not yet been confirmed, with a tentative target of 2028 previously mentioned. Square Enix has licensed the show but is not involved in its production.
FFXIV Hatching-tide 2026 Involves Easter EyeglassesSquare Enix has announced the dates for the 2026 Hatching-tide spring event in Final Fantasy XIV, which will run from March 23 to April 6. Players level 15 and above can participate in the "Of Weeds and Whimsy" questline to earn six unique "Eggy Eyeglasses" cosmetic items and various furnishings. This annual Easter-themed event offers new rewards each year, with previous events featuring mounts and parasols.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 558: The Legend of Justin’s GoldThe Massively OP Podcast episode 558 covers various MMORPG topics including Palia's content expansions, Star Wars: The Old Republic's new story, Jeff Kaplan's upcoming Wild West game, and previews for Final Fantasy XIV and World of Warcraft. Hosts Bree and Justin also discuss playing Guild Wars 2 on the Steam Deck.
- Final Fantasy XIV celebrates Hatching-Tide once more starting on March 23Final Fantasy XIV is celebrating its annual Hatching-Tide in-game event starting March 23rd and running until April 6th. Players can acquire various egg-themed glasses, including Spriggan and chicken designs, available as both head equipment and cosmetic face items. The event also introduces new housing decorations.
- Square Enix Publisher Sale Video Features Matt Mercer and Ben Starr Promoting TitlesSquare Enix has released a promotional video for its current publisher sale, featuring voice actors Matt Mercer and Ben Starr. The video highlights titles such as Final Fantasy XIV, Octopath Traveler, and Bravely Default, which are available on PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation Network. The article also provides details on the Bravely Default series' sales figures and its gameplay mechanics.
How to play on the Schedule 1 beta branch for early access to new updatesThis guide explains how to access the Schedule 1 beta branch on Steam for early access to new updates. It details the steps to switch to the beta build via game properties and emphasizes the importance of backing up save files before making changes. The article also covers how to revert to the stable public version or switch to alternate builds if performance issues arise.
1,200 hours in, Final Fantasy 14 player trying to beat the MMO under RuneScape's Ironman rules clears biggest obstacle yet thanks to a backup strategy that took 300 hours to prepareA Final Fantasy 14 player, Rath Games, has successfully completed the Shadowbringers Hades trial using RuneScape's Ironman rules after 1,201 hours of gameplay. This involved a 300-hour preparation strategy, including leveling a new character to assist his main Warrior of Light.- Wisdom of Nym: What we learned about Final Fantasy XIV’s next patch from the first live letterThe latest Final Fantasy XIV live letter revealed details about upcoming patch content, including the new limited job Beastmaster, which will feature roguelike elements. Other discussed topics include a new trial boss, potential story hints related to Ilsabard and the Void, updates to housing and glamour systems, and dye consolidation. The article also touches on the schedule for future content releases.
FF14's most determined challenge runner finally hits a wall after 1,000 hours, then unveils a backup strategy that took 233 days to prepare in secret: 'I wanted so badly to tell people'Final Fantasy XIV player RathGames, known for his 'Solo Only' challenge runs, encountered an insurmountable DPS check against the boss Hades. To overcome this, he secretly prepared a second character using multiboxing, a strategy that took 233 days to prepare and involved meticulously coordinating two characters simultaneously with a single keyboard.- MMO Week in Review: Pre-seasoning Elder Scrolls OnlineThis week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Elder Scrolls Online, World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion, and previews for Final Fantasy XIV and Palia. The article also discusses player tendencies to rush MMORPG expansions and features opinions on various titles and industry issues, including comments from Jeff Kaplan regarding Activision Blizzard.
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 “Trail to the Heavens” Launches April 28 With New Raid, Dungeon, and Beastmaster JobSquare Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV Online Patch 7.5, titled "Trail to the Heavens," will launch on April 28. The update introduces new story content, a dungeon called The Clyteum, a new trial, and the Beastmaster limited job. The patch also includes updates to existing systems like Occult Crescent, housing, and PvP, alongside new crafting and gathering content.
American Truck Simulator Gets First Gameplay Video of Illinois DLC Showing a Drive to ChicagoThis article discusses the perceived "niche" status of simulation and strategy games within the broader gaming industry, particularly in relation to The Game Awards. It argues that these genres are more popular and prolific than often acknowledged, questioning the exclusion of simulation games from mainstream awards and media coverage. The discussion highlights the disconnect between developers, mainstream journalism, and award show nominations.- Massively Overthinking: What’s the most important takeaway from the last MMORPG you quit?The Massively OP staff discusses their experiences quitting MMORPGs, exploring reasons ranging from developer decisions and corporate agendas to limited time and a loss of personal connection. Key takeaways often involve understanding what makes a game truly engaging beyond its mechanics, with many highlighting the importance of community and shared experiences over gameplay alone.
- One Shots: The steamy seduction of swamp lifeThis week's One Shots column features community screenshots from various MMOs, highlighting the unexpected beauty of swamp environments in Guild Wars 2 and Final Fantasy XIV. Other submissions include a skeletal dragon from Dungeons & Dragons Online and a unique lava lamp visual in World of Warcraft.
Question time: How many of you actually care about going fast in an MMO dungeon?This article discusses the player tendency to optimize for speed in MMORPG dungeons, particularly in World of Warcraft's Mythic+ system. It questions whether players truly care about fast dungeon runs outside of endgame content, contrasting it with the more relaxed pace found in Final Fantasy 14.- WRUP: Prisoner of the heck fart brigade editionThis weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their gaming plans. Participants are playing a variety of titles including Project Gorgon, Skate, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, Warframe, Overwatch, and World of Warcraft. A bonus question asks about words that look strange when written out.
- Final Fantasy XIV Reveals Update 7.5 Release Date & Details Including Beastmaster and MoreSquare Enix revealed details for Final Fantasy XIV update 7.5 during the Letter from the Producer Live 91 broadcast. The update will include the introduction of the Beastmaster job and other new content for the MMORPG.