Final Fantasy XIV
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy XIV across the outlets.- Choose My Adventure: Steamrolling low-level bosses and storming roulettes in Final Fantasy XIVThe author discusses regaining confidence in Final Fantasy XIV by completing challenging "Extreme" boss fights unsynced, which helped overcome a feeling of apathy and self-doubt. This personal progress has also led to a decision to try Destiny 2, with readers being polled on whether to start anew or continue with an existing character.
Someone is playing World of Warcraft Classic on their mobile. Yes, they're a heathen.A Reddit user has successfully streamed World of Warcraft Classic to a mobile device using Nvidia's GeForce Now cloud gaming service. While the setup is described as 'cursed' and features a non-customizable interface with some latency, the user found it surprisingly enjoyable. This development raises questions about the future of MMORPGs on mobile platforms, especially with other titles like Final Fantasy XIV Mobile in development.- Final Fantasy XIV opens up pre-orders for its fourth Eorzean Symphony albumPre-orders are now open for the fourth Eorzean Symphony album, featuring orchestral music from Final Fantasy XIV. Fans can purchase a physical version which includes two in-game Orchestrion rolls, or download the album from various music services. The release coincides with fan anticipation for new music ahead of the next fan festival.
- MMO Jukebox Song of the Week: Chocobo Theme (Final Boss variant) from FFXIVThis week's MMO Jukebox features the 'Chocobo Theme (Final Boss variant)' from Final Fantasy XIV, a rock-inspired track by Husky by the Geek. The article highlights the importance of music in MMOs and invites readers to share their favorite soundtrack moments.
Final Fantasy 14 gets a shoutout in Deltarune Chapter 5 with an Easter egg that forever immortalizes one dev's love…Deltarune Chapter 5 includes an Easter egg referencing the MMORPG Final Fantasy 14, inspired by the real-world artist Temmie Chang's known love for the game. The reference appears in a text bubble related to the character Temmie, who is based on Chang. Lead developer Toby Fox is aiming for Deltarune Chapter 6 to launch next year.- Vague Patch Notes: Who owns the eras of an MMO?This analysis explores the concept of ownership in MMORPGs, questioning who truly owns specific eras or versions of a game that evolves over time. It argues that while players form strong attachments, the ultimate ownership and decision-making power rests with the development studio, such as Blizzard Entertainment for World of Warcraft. The article suggests that accepting this reality and engaging with the current version of a game is more productive than dwelling on past iterations.
The Faces of Livestreaming: SkybilzTwitch streamer Skybilz discusses her journey into streaming in 2013, her passion for using gaming for charitable causes, and her current focus on "deathless" runs for the YOLO Challenge. She highlights the importance of community engagement and entertaining viewers, particularly through retro games and randomizer challenges, and her work supporting the Shameless Fund for LGBTQ+ nonprofits.- Choose My Adventure: My return to the fascinating and fun Pictomancer job in Final Fantasy XIVThe author discusses their return to the Pictomancer job in Final Fantasy XIV, noting the unique mechanics and aesthetic of the class. Despite initial struggles with rotations and resource management, they found the job to be a fascinating and distinct experience within the MMORPG genre.
Final Fantasy 14 has done something I did not expect—it's actually fixed one of the most annoying things…Final Fantasy 14 has received a hotfix that addresses an inconsistent teleportation mechanic within the Dancing Mad raid. Previously, teleports were based on player position, leading to issues with server-side discrepancies. The fix now ensures teleports are fixed distances from the panel's center, improving reliability and preventing wipes caused by netcode quirks.
Warframe dev says 'no one is celebrating' Destiny 2 winding down: 'A game is healthy when you have…Warframe's community director Megan Everett expressed sadness, not celebration, over Destiny 2 winding down, emphasizing that healthy competition benefits the entire gaming industry. She believes that having strong competitors like Destiny 2 pushes games to improve, and it's a shame to see a game with a dedicated player base reach this stage, especially when support seems to have arrived too late.
Final Fantasy 14 fans make their own in-game Tinder, with gil-hungry bunny boys and modded cat girls galoreFinal Fantasy 14 players have created an unofficial Tinder-like add-on called AetherLove, allowing users to create profiles and 'swipe' on other players within the game. The tool has gained traction within the community, sparking discussions and sharing of screenshots online, while also raising questions about its longevity before potential action from Square Enix.- Wisdom of Nym: Speculating on Final Fantasy XIV Evercold’s weekly activity systemThis opinion piece speculates on the upcoming weekly activity system in Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, cautioning against overconfidence due to limited information. The author analyzes potential implementations by comparing it to current tomestone systems and discussing how it might encourage broader engagement with various in-game activities.
I had my doubts about Critical Role's new 13-player D&D campaign, but its latest episodes have me fully bought…This article discusses Critical Role's ambitious 13-player Dungeons & Dragons campaign, praising its ability to manage multiple storylines and player tables. The author highlights the recent episodes where all parties converged, noting the successful implementation of legitimate character death and consequences, which solidifies the campaign's stakes and potential for a masterpiece.
Guild Wars' devs tried to escape the MMO branding in 2005, citing all the things that would become genre staples 20…Developer ArenaNet discussed the original Guild Wars' branding struggles, noting that despite efforts to market it as a Cooperative Online RPG (CORPG), it was widely perceived and awarded as a Massively Multiplayer Online RPG (MMORPG). This is contrasted with modern MMOs like Final Fantasy 14 and World of Warcraft, which incorporate more soloable content and NPC party systems, elements that Guild Wars originally emphasized to differentiate itself.- MMO Week in Review: ArcheAge’s revival, Guild Wars’ CCGThis week's MMO news roundup covers a variety of topics including Guild Wars receiving a CCG in China, ArcheAge's revival, and Richard Garriott's efforts to regain Ultima copyright. It also features updates on Tomo Endless Blue's Kickstarter success, Embers of the Uncrowned, and Diablo Immortal's new Warlock patch.
'I was like, am I gonna pass out on stage?': Final Fantasy 14's rock band on transcending from videogame music to on-stage at the UK's biggest rock and metal festivalFinal Fantasy 14's in-house rock band, The Primals, led by composer Masayoshi Soken, discusses their experience performing at the UK's Download Festival. The band members, including Michael-Christopher Koji Fox and GUNN, shared their excitement and exhaustion from the high-energy set, noting how videogame music and rock music have become increasingly intertwined.- One Shots: Yet another MMO without handrailsThis week's "One Shots" column highlights community screenshots from various MMOs, including The Secret World, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Witchspire, Final Fantasy XIV, and Guild Wars 2. Players shared humorous and scenic moments from their in-game adventures, with a call for readers to submit their own screenshots.
- WRUP: What I think the positions in soccer mean because I didn’t listen editionThis article humorously explores the author's lack of understanding regarding soccer positions, contrasting it with their engagement in various video games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Warframe. It also touches on personal reflections about school life and social events.
Brace yourselves: FF14 has just pulled the ripcord and unleashed Dawntrail's most-wanted fashion itemSquare Enix has released the 'Neo Citizen's Attire' cosmetic set for Final Fantasy 14, inspired by the character Sphene from the Dawntrail expansion. This new outfit, priced at $12, is a popular casual ensemble and is double-dyeable. The release follows the earlier 'Neo Queen's Attire' and is expected to be a strong seller on the game's online store.
Video: Switch 2 Sizzle Reel Highlights Multiple Third-Party Games On The WayA new sizzle reel trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 highlights upcoming third-party titles such as Final Fantasy XIV Online, Turok Origins, and The Adventures of Elliot. The trailer also showcases other games like Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions and Armatus, with release dates spanning from September 2026 to Winter 2026. The article also mentions other notable third-party games like Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen and Elden Ring, as well as upcoming first-party titles like Star Fox and Fire Emblem.