Final Fantasy XIV
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy XIV across the outlets.- Wisdom of Nym: Exploring Final Fantasy XIV’s latest Variant Dungeon from 7.45The latest Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.45 introduces the Wisdom of Nym Variant Dungeon, also known as The Merchant's Tale. This guide explores the dungeon's improved routing, boss mechanics, and reward structure, noting that while it may not be the most efficient method for tomestones, its cosmetic rewards and engaging content offer a fun diversion. The article praises the difficulty split and the overall development of this mid-patch content.
FFXIV Exhibit Focuses on Warrior of LightSquare Enix and Movic are collaborating to host a "Adventurer's Chronicle" exhibit for Final Fantasy XIV in Japan during spring 2026. The exhibit will tour Tokyo and Osaka, allowing visitors to trace the adventures of the Warrior of Light through displayed artwork. The online RPG is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Dragon Age creator says he 'had to take out half' of the quests in Dragon Age 2 once he found out they only had 16 months to make it: 'BioWare as a team did not know how to make a small game'Dragon Age 2's lead writer, Mike Laidlaw, revealed that the team had only 16 months to develop the game, forcing them to cut nearly half of the planned quests. He stated that BioWare as a team struggled with the concept of creating a smaller-scale game due to the tight deadline.
Least Toxic Online Games for Adults in 2026This article discusses online multiplayer games that are less likely to expose players to toxic behavior, focusing on community culture, game structure, moderation, and anonymity. It highlights games like Deep Rock Galactic, Final Fantasy XIV, and Warframe as examples of well-designed environments that foster positive player interactions, while also advising on self-protection strategies applicable to any game.
WoW's recent revamp of Silvermoon for Midnight is so good, I'm starting to wonder if the MMO's model of a 'new exciting continent every 2-3 years' was ever the right wayThe upcoming World of Warcraft: Midnight expansion's revamp of older zones like Silvermoon is praised for its detail and scope, prompting a discussion on whether Blizzard's traditional 'new continent every few years' model is optimal. This approach focuses on enriching existing areas rather than constantly introducing new ones, potentially avoiding the 'continent creep' issue common in long-running MMOs.- WRUP: Win a date with the radioactive spite monster editionThis weekly roundup features Massively OP staff and community members discussing their gaming plans, including titles like Nightingale, Project Gorgon, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft: Midnight. The article also includes a bonus question about personal experiences with last-minute delays.
See Zidane Fight in Dissidia Duellum Final FantasySquare Enix has released a new character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing Zidane from Final Fantasy IX. The trailer highlights his in-game attacks and hints at his role in the story. The mobile game is expected to launch in March 2026 for Android and iOS devices.- MMO Jukebox Song of the Week: ‘Papaya’ from Final Fantasy XIVThis article highlights the song 'Papaya' from Final Fantasy XIV's soundtrack, describing it as quirky, bouncy, silly, and goofy. It emphasizes the importance of music in MMOs for creating lasting memories and invites readers to share their favorite MMO music tracks.
Third Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Trailer Shows LightningThe third character trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy showcases Lightning from the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy. The trailer highlights changes in her appearance from her original games to this spin-off and demonstrates her combat abilities. Maaya Sakamoto reprises her role as Lightning, who will be featured in the game alongside other Final Fantasy heroes. Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is set to debut in March 2026 on Android and iOS mobile devices.
After playing a bunch of Midnight, I don't think I miss WoW's combat addons or my old class design at allThe author discusses their experience with World of Warcraft's Midnight, finding that the absence of UI addons and changes to class design have led to a more enjoyable gameplay experience. While acknowledging some limitations and differing opinions within the community, they express satisfaction with the current state of their Outlaw Rogue character and the game's core mechanics.
Final Fantasy 11, a 23-year-old MMO, is getting so many new players it's having to stop character creation on its…Final Fantasy XI, a 23-year-old MMORPG, is experiencing significant server congestion due to a surge in new players, leading to temporary character creation restrictions. Game director Yoji Fujito announced measures to address the issue, highlighting the game's unexpected resurgence in popularity with an estimated 87,700 active players.
How many of these MMORPGs can you name in just 6 minutes based on a handful of vague details?This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify MMORPGs based on vague details within a six-minute time limit. It touches on the author's personal history with the genre, mentioning games like Priston Tale and Final Fantasy 14, and encourages community sharing of favorite MMORPG memories.
Watch Gaia from FFXIV in Dissidia Duellum Final FantasySquare Enix has released a character trailer for Gaia, the representative from Final Fantasy XIV, in Dissidia Duodecim Final Fantasy. This marks Gaia's first appearance in a spin-off title, having debuted in the Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers expansion. Dissidia Duodecim Final Fantasy is set to launch on Android and iOS devices in March 2026.
Final Fantasy 11 locks down yet another server as overpopulation continues to hit Final Fantasy 14's predecessor, over two decades after its original launchFinal Fantasy XI is experiencing significant server congestion, leading Square Enix to close off its Odin server to new players starting March 10, 2026. This marks the third server closure in less than a year due to overpopulation, a rare issue for an MMORPG over two decades old. The surge in popularity is occurring despite the release of Final Fantasy XIV's Dawntrail expansion.
D&D's clunkily-named 2024 ruleset, a revamp of 5e, finally throws up its hands and goes fine, we'll call…Wizards of the Coast is unofficially adopting the '5.5e' moniker for the 2024 Dungeons & Dragons ruleset on its D&D Beyond website, a move that simplifies branding for players and Dungeon Masters. This iteration, while maintaining backward compatibility with the 2014 5th edition, introduces significant changes to mechanics like grappling and class designs.- Final Fantasy XIV sets its next live letter – and the 7.5 reveal – for March 13Square Enix will reveal details for Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming patch 7.5 during a live letter event on March 13th at 7:00 a.m. EDT. The broadcast will offer the first previews of new content, including MSQ objectives, a trial, and a dungeon, as is typical for the final patches of an expansion cycle.
- Final Fantasy XIV releases its latest Variant Dungeon with today’s patch 7.45Final Fantasy XIV has released patch 7.45, introducing the new Variant Dungeon 'The Merchant's Tale'. This dungeon offers players multiple routes, bosses, and endings, with an added 'Advanced' difficulty for greater challenge and rewards. The patch also includes new quests featuring the character Hildibrand.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in MarchMarch 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
The Game Awards 2025 - List of Nominees - NintendoFuseGeoff Keighley announced the nominees for The Game Awards 2025, highlighting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yotei with multiple nominations across various categories including Game of the Year. The full list of nominees for categories like Best Performance, Best Ongoing Game, and Best Mobile Game has been revealed, with the Player's Voice award nominees to be announced later. The article also mentions Steve as the Senior Editor of NintendoFuse.- Crimson Desert’s voice actors share their thoughts on voicing their charactersVoice actors Alec Newman, Stewart Scudamore, and Rebecca Hanssen discuss their experiences voicing characters for Pearl Abyss's upcoming game, Crimson Desert. The actors, who have prior experience in titles like Final Fantasy XIV and Baldur's Gate 3, share insights into bringing their respective characters to life.