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Final Fantasy 14 Evercold promises to scrap the MMO's 2-minute meta and change its jobs for the better, and we're all thanking the Twelve: "Nobody will miss it"
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida announced that the upcoming expansion, Evercold, will eliminate the game's two-minute meta, a system where players align buffs within a specific window. This change, set for January 2027, aims to provide more player freedom and unique combat encounters, a move widely praised by the community and developers for allowing greater design flexibility.
FFXIV White Mage Gets Devastating Nerfs That Change Everything | HappyGamer
Square Enix has implemented significant changes to the White Mage job in Final Fantasy XIV, altering or removing iconic abilities like Assize and Presence of Mind. These changes have fundamentally altered the job's identity, shifting its focus from burst healing to sustained care and sparking debate within the player community. The rework is speculated to be in preparation for upcoming content in the Dawntrail expansion.
Yoshi-P teases new Final Fantasy 14 Evercold jobs, says fans have already guessed the weapon for one
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida teased upcoming jobs for the Evercold expansion, hinting that players have already guessed one of the new weapon types. Yoshida also discussed the development process for selecting new jobs, emphasizing the importance of player data and internal contests to create unique and engaging experiences.
FF14 director Yoshida has bad news about glam plates, but "will ask the team about a butt slider and hair"
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida addressed player requests regarding glamour plates and character customization during a Q&A session. He stated that adding more glamour plates is unlikely due to server load concerns, but he will discuss the possibility of a 'butt slider' and longer hair options with the team. Yoshida also touched on the potential return of job quest characters.
Wisdom of Nym: Initial thoughts on the reveal of Final Fantasy XIV’s next expansion, Evercold
The upcoming Final Fantasy XIV expansion, Evercold, introduces a new "activity system" and "Evolved Mode" designed to streamline gameplay and offer new rewards. These changes aim to evolve the existing MMORPG systems without making current playstyles obsolete, addressing potential stagnation while maintaining the core Final Fantasy XIV experience.
I've played RPGs for over 20 years, and these are the 10 best I'd recommend playing with friends in 2026
This guide recommends ten role-playing games that are best enjoyed with friends, focusing on titles that emphasize teamwork and shared experiences. The list includes a variety of multiplayer RPGs, from action-oriented titles like Remnant: From the Ashes and Diablo 4 to more strategic or simulation-based games like For the King and Stardew Valley, highlighting their co-op features and why playing together enhances the gameplay.
Final Fantasy 14's promised 'public fields' redesign could fix complaints I've had about the MMO for…
This article discusses potential improvements to Final Fantasy XIV's open-world design, focusing on the 'Public Fields' and quests. The author expresses delight that Square Enix plans to address complaints about the beautiful but empty zones, drawing comparisons to dynamic events in World of Warcraft and Guild Wars 2. Director Naoki Yoshida has acknowledged the issue and promised more dynamic content and quest improvements.
Final Fantasy XIV Community Shaken as Anonymous 4chan Leak Hits 70% Accuracy | HappyGamer
A recent anonymous leak on 4chan regarding Final Fantasy XIV's future has proven to be approximately 70% accurate, causing concern within the community and raising questions about Square Enix's security practices. The leak's accuracy challenges the community's usual skepticism towards such information and highlights the impact of potential insider breaches on game development and marketing.
Star Wars Galaxies' tragic fate caused FF14's devs to keep the old job designs available for Evercold's overhaul: 'Players did not take that very well'
Final Fantasy 14's director, Yoshi-P, discussed the upcoming 'Evolved' job designs for the Dawntrail expansion, drawing parallels to the controversial changes made to Star Wars Galaxies. He aims to streamline jobs while preserving unique identities, learning from past player reactions to significant game overhauls. The new designs for Viper and Pictomancer are seen as early steps in this direction.
Saros 11 Tips We Wish We Knew Before Playing
This article provides tips for playing Saros, offering advice that players might wish they had known beforehand. It references various game trailers and previews, including those for Final Fantasy XIV, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Street Fighter 6, and Diablo IV, suggesting a broader context of gaming news and releases.
FF14 Evercold release date window, jobs, trailers, and latest news
The next major expansion for Final Fantasy XIV, titled Evercold, is slated for a January 2027 release and will increase the level cap to 110. The expansion introduces a new saga called 'The Godless Realms Saga,' fundamental overhauls to systems like weekly rewards and character creation, and an 'Evolved Mode' for jobs. A significant crossover with Neon Genesis Evangelion is also planned for the alliance raid series.
MMO Week in Review: Evercold, Aion 2, and EQ Legends
This week in the MMORPG genre saw the reveal of Final Fantasy XIV's 'Evercold' expansion for January 2027, alongside confirmations for Aion 2's global launch this year. Several other titles like Embers of the Uncrowned, RF Online Next, Palia, EverQuest Legends, and Loftia also had significant updates or beta launches.
Final Fantasy XIV director wants pitches for a single-player spinoff, though he's 'half-joking'
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida is open to pitches for a single-player spinoff of the popular MMO, though he stated this is "half-joking." Yoshida, also known as Yoshi-P, mentioned that if the current Final Fantasy XIV team were to retire from the online version, they might consider developing a standalone title. He also encouraged external companies or individuals with passion and resources to propose their ideas for such a project.
Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Expansion Announced for January 2027
Square Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the next expansion for its MMORPG, launching in January 2027. The expansion will introduce a new region, a major battle system overhaul with two modes, two new jobs, and raise the level cap to 110. A crossover raid with Evangelion, titled Evangelion – Ghosts of Desire, was also revealed. Additionally, Final Fantasy XIV will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026, and the free trial will be expanded to include the Shadowbringers expansion.
One Shots: A trot on the beach
This week's One Shots feature community screenshots from various MMOs, including Equinox Homecoming, Final Fantasy XIV, Crimson Desert, and Guild Wars 2. Players shared their virtual adventures, from beach sunrises and in-game festivals to unique in-game events and seasonal content like Guild Wars 2's Super Adventure Box.
"Butt slider?": Final Fantasy 14's Yoshi-P promises to pester devs about the highly-requested feature, but warns fans of the dangers of a big booty
Final Fantasy XIV director and producer Naoki Yoshida has stated he will bring up the community's request for a "butt slider" to the development team. While he has pledged to advocate for the feature, he also cautioned fans about the potential implications of such a customization option.
After 13 years, Final Fantasy 14 is finally letting healers be healers by removing cast times for attack spells and changing GCD heals: "We want healing to be a healer's main priority"
Square Enix is implementing significant changes to the healer role in Final Fantasy XIV with the upcoming 8.0 expansion, Evercold, in January 2027. These changes include removing cast times for attack spells, allowing healers to prioritize healing while still contributing damage. This shift aims to make healing the primary focus for healers, addressing a long-standing balance issue in the game.
Final Fantasy XIV director would love to hear pitches for single-player spin-off
Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida expressed openness to pitches for a single-player, standalone version of the popular MMO. He stated that while he considers the idea, the current FFXIV team is focused on the main game, but he would welcome external proposals from passionate developers or companies interested in taking on the challenge.
SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES EVERCOLD— LATEST FINAL FANTASY XIV EXPANSION SET FOR JANUARY 2027
Square Enix announced Evercold, the sixth expansion for Final Fantasy XIV Online, launching in January 2027. The expansion will feature a crossover alliance raid with Evangelion, a battle system overhaul, new jobs, and increased level cap. Additionally, a Nintendo Switch version of the game is slated for August 2026, and the Shadowbringers expansion has been added to the free trial.
Final Fantasy XIV Online For Switch 2 Able To Reach "30fps In A Stable State"
Final Fantasy XIV Online director Naoki Yoshida confirmed the game will run at a stable 30fps on the Nintendo Switch 2, though some areas with many players may see drops. Square Enix is working hard on optimization for the August release and will offer a one-month free period for early access.
