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While it hasn't completely lost its luster, Dawntrail proves that it's about time for Final Fantasy XIV to change.

review by James Galizio on 09 August, 2024

Final Fantasy XIV on Steam Deck in 2026 – Recommended Settings, How To Play With a Standalone License, & More

Our new feature covers how to play Final Fantasy XIV on Steam Deck in 2026, the FFXIV Steam Deck recommended settings, and more.

feature by Mikhail Madnani on 18 May, 2026

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail has succeeded in delivering the game's best Savage Raid Series

With the entirety of the expansion's Savage Raid Series behind it, Dawntrail has been possibly the best expansion for raiders.

feature by James Galizio on 21 January, 2026

"The time just felt right" - Ryozo Tsujimoto and Naoki Yoshida talk the Omega Planetes and Arkveld collabs

During Tokyo Game Show 2025, we had the chance to talk with both dev teams about what went into deciding the characters for each half of the collaboration.

interview by James Galizio on 18 October, 2025

At Anime Expo, Naoki Yoshida reflects on his past as he looks forward to the future

We sat down with Yoshi-P during Anime Expo to discuss the team's efforts to better connect with the Final Fantasy XIV community

interview by James Galizio on 08 July, 2025

With Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.25, Occult Crescent has brought out Dawntrail's full potential

After nearly a year, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail is beginning to feel like the expansion it always could've been.

feature by James Galizio on 01 June, 2025

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.2 is on track as one of the best the game has ever received

Once the later 7.2x updates drop, Final Fantasy XIV may be looking at potentially its best patch yet - but for now, only raiders are having our fun.

feature by James Galizio on 11 April, 2025

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail's Futures Rewritten Ultimate Raid was what the raid scene needed, for now

After Endwalker brought the game's two toughest Ultimate Raids, Futures Rewritten is what the raid scene needed - even if it may feel like an overcorrection.

feature by James Galizio on 10 March, 2025

Final Fantasy XIV's new Chaotic Alliance Raid is yet another feast for well-fed raiders

While 7.1x still lacks content for non-raiders to tackle, (Chaotic) Cloud of Darkness is an excellent new addition to the patch cycle for raiders.

feature by James Galizio on 03 January, 2025

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail Patch 7.1 is a good patch, but maybe not quite what the game needs right now

Creative Studio 3's latest update to Final Fantasy XIV has kept me playing; but is it enough for most players?

feature by James Galizio on 02 December, 2024

Final Fantasy XIV is now available worldwide on Nintendo Switch 2

The FFXIV free trial is also available on Nintendo Switch 2 and the download size is 108GB.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 04 August, 2026

Square Enix details Final Fantasy XIV Switch 2 subscription details, FFXIV Coins, NSO perk, and more

Final Fantasy XIV Switch 2 will require FFXIV Coins for any in-game purchases if you only play on Switch 2.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 04 August, 2026

Square Enix shares extended Final Fantasy XIV Switch 2 gameplay in new stream

Square Enix showcases FFXIV on Switch 2 docked and handheld in a new stream.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 01 August, 2026

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.55 is now available, Square Enix reveals patch notes and known issues for Switch 2

Patch 7.55 for FFXIV brings in new adventures in the Occult Crescent: North Horn, the conclusion of the Phantom Weapons series, Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures, and more.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 28 July, 2026