Final Fantasy XIV
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Yoshi-P won't tell Final Fantasy 14 players what the new tank and ranged physical DPS jobs are, but he will dare…Final Fantasy XIV director and producer Naoki Yoshida confirmed that the upcoming expansion, Dawntrail, will introduce two new original jobs: a tank and a physical ranged DPS. While the exact jobs remain a mystery, Yoshida hinted that players could find clues on his T-shirt. The expansion will also feature changes to daily roulettes and the tomestone grind, and a port for the Nintendo Switch was confirmed.
I don't understand how Final Fantasy 14 can do a crossover with acclaimed anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and…Final Fantasy XIV is announcing a crossover raid with the acclaimed anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, titled 'Ghosts of Desire.' The raid will feature creative input from the Evangelion filmmakers. The article expresses trepidation and wonder at this unexpected collaboration, noting the profound cultural impact of Evangelion.- Final Fantasy XIV Is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in August With a Separate SubscriptionSquare Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XIV will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August. The game will require a separate subscription to play.
Evercold Will Usher In Final Fantasy XIV’s New Era In 2027Final Fantasy XIV's next expansion, Evercold, is set to release in January 2027, introducing a new ice-ravaged Shard and expanding character customization options. The update will also bring significant changes to the game's design philosophy, including a shift to weekly focus for tasks and adjustments to item level handling. A Nintendo Switch version is planned for August, and the free trial will be expanded to include Shadowbringers.
Final Fantasy XIV coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in AugustSquare Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August, marking the MMORPG's debut on a Nintendo console. Early access will be available for free approximately one month before the official launch. A monthly subscription will be required, though existing subscribers will receive a 50% discount.
FF14 Evercold will "unite the stars" in January - here's everything Yoshi-P said in his massive Fanfest keynoteFinal Fantasy XIV's next expansion, Evercold, is set to launch in January 2027, introducing the "Godless Realms Saga" and a new ice-themed continent. Game Director Naoki Yoshida revealed updates to core systems, including a shift to a weekly-based activity system, expanded character customization, and new job modes. The expansion will also feature new raids, dungeons, and a crossover alliance raid with Neon Genesis Evangelion.- Final Fantasy XIV is coming to Switch 2 in August!Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August, with an early access period preceding the launch. This version will feature a separate subscription model, though existing subscribers to other platforms will receive a 50% discount. The announcement was made during Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest, which also revealed the next expansion, Evercold, scheduled for January 2027.
Square Enix unveils Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold – coming in January 2027Square Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the next expansion set to launch in January 2027, during their Fan Festival in Anaheim. The expansion will introduce new jobs, increase the level cap to 110, and feature an Evangelion crossover alliance raid. Additionally, the Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial will be expanded to include the Shadowbringers expansion on April 28, and the game is confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 port in August.- Final Fantasy XIV’s fan festival reveals Evercold for January 27 and a major rework of the game’s major progressionSquare Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the next major expansion set to release in January 2027. The expansion will introduce a new saga called the Godless Realms, a rework of the game's progression system focusing on weekly activities, and two new original jobs. Further details on character customization, raid difficulties, and other content updates were also revealed.
- Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold expansion, Switch 2 version, and Evangelion collaboration announcedSquare Enix has announced Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the upcoming 8.0 expansion for their MMORPG. The company also revealed plans for a version of the game on the next generation Nintendo Switch and a collaboration with the Evangelion franchise.
Final Fantasy 14 Evercold promises to respect your "limited free time" as Yoshi-P teases the death of tomestones and daily roulettes, alongside shared item levels across every jobFinal Fantasy XIV's upcoming 8.0 update, titled Evercold, will introduce significant endgame progression changes designed to respect player time. Director Naoki Yoshida revealed that daily tomestone roulettes will be replaced by weekly activity missions, and the highest item level achieved will be shared across all jobs. These changes aim to offer more flexibility in how players engage with the game's endgame content.
It's Happening: Final Fantasy XIV Is Coming To Switch 2 This AugustFinal Fantasy XIV is officially coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 in August, announced by producer Naoki Yoshida and Square Enix CEO Takashi Kiryu. The MMORPG will launch with a one-month free period for early access, after which a separate subscription will be required specifically for the Switch 2 version, though existing subscribers will receive a 50% discount. This announcement coincides with the reveal of the next major expansion, Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, slated for January 2027.
2 Jobs Arrive in FFXIV Evercold Alongside Evolved ModeDuring the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival in Anaheim, Director Naoki Yoshida announced two new jobs for the upcoming "Evercold" expansion, one DPS and one Tank, both original to the game. The expansion, set to launch in January 2027, will also introduce a new job action system with "Reborn" and "Evolved" modes for existing jobs and increase the level cap to 110. A new Nintendo Switch version is also planned for August 2026.
Final Fantasy 14 Switch 2 officially confirmed for August after free 1-month trial to show us how the MMO runs on…Square Enix has officially confirmed a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy XIV, set to launch in August, following rumors teased by director Naoki Yoshida. Prior to the launch, a free one-month trial will be available to showcase the MMO's performance on the new handheld.- Neon Genesis Evangelion Is Coming to Final Fantasy XIV With a Crossover Raid Series Called Ghosts of DesireFinal Fantasy XIV is set to receive a crossover raid series titled 'Ghosts of Desire' featuring elements from Neon Genesis Evangelion. This new endgame content will be implemented in Patch 8.1 and beyond as part of the upcoming Evercold expansion.
FFXIV Switch 2 Version Coming, PS4 Support Planned Through 8.3Final Fantasy XIV will receive a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026, requiring a separate subscription. Support for the PlayStation 4 version is planned through patch 8.3, with the team expecting to hit data limits thereafter. The MMORPG is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Final Fantasy 14 coming to Nintendo Switch 2Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy 14 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August, featuring a free one-month early access period. The game will require a separate subscription not tied to Nintendo Switch Online, though existing subscribers will receive a 50 percent discount.
Final Fantasy 14 is getting an Evangelion raid series, and shamelessly I'm even more excited for it than anything…Square Enix announced at Fan Fest 2026 that Final Fantasy XIV will receive a new Evangelion crossover raid series that will span multiple tiers. This announcement comes alongside the reveal of the next expansion, Evercold, set for a January 2027 release. Director Naoki Yoshida expressed excitement for the collaboration, comparing its potential to the NieR Automata raid series.
Final Fantasy XIV x Evangelion Raid Series AnnouncedDuring the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida announced a crossover raid series with Evangelion, celebrating the anime's 30th anniversary. Khara will supervise Square Enix's development of the raids, tentatively named Ghosts of Desire, which will cover all tiers and feature Eva-01 in teaser art. More details will be revealed at future Fan Fests in Berlin and Tokyo.
FFXIV Same-Region Player Matching Arrives in 7.5XDuring the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida announced that same-region player matching will be implemented in patch 7.5X, ahead of the 8.0 expansion. This feature aims to alleviate stress from the Data Center travel system and will include the Party Finder. A test will be conducted in the Japanese version before a wider rollout to the United States, Europe, and China.