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{{ii}} Originally released as '''FINAL FANTASY XIV''' on September 22, 2010.
 
{{ii}} Originally released as '''FINAL FANTASY XIV''' on September 22, 2010.
 
{{++}} Cross-platform play with PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 players.<ref>[http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/06/12/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-coming-to-playstation-4-plus-the-e3-trailer/ Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Coming to PS4, E3 Trailer – PlayStation.Blog]</ref>
 
{{++}} Cross-platform play with PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 players.<ref>[http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/06/12/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-coming-to-playstation-4-plus-the-e3-trailer/ Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Coming to PS4, E3 Trailer – PlayStation.Blog]</ref>
{{++}} Free content updates are released every 3–4 months, though most content may require the latest expansion to play.
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{{++}} Free content updates are released every 3–4 months, though most additional content may require the latest expansion to play.
  
 
'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
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{{Availability/row| GMG | final-fantasy-xiv-online-starter-edition | account, online | | | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{Availability/row| GMG | final-fantasy-xiv-online-starter-edition | account, online | | | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{Availability/row| Humble | final-fantasy-14-online-starter-edition | account, online | | | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{Availability/row| Humble | final-fantasy-14-online-starter-edition | account, online | | | Windows, OS X }}
{{Availability/row| Steam | 39210 | steam, account, online | As of Aug 2019, requires the Steam client to run.<br>
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 39210 | steam, account, online | As of Mar 2022, requires the Steam client and a linked Steam account to launch.<br>
 
'''Expansions will have to be purchased on Steam to activate properly on a Steam-enabled FFXIV account.''' | | Windows }}
 
'''Expansions will have to be purchased on Steam to activate properly on a Steam-enabled FFXIV account.''' | | Windows }}
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|offline=false}}.
 
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|offline=false}}.
 
{{ii}} The NA version requires a [http://www.square-enix.com/na/account/ North American Square Enix Account].
 
{{ii}} The NA version requires a [http://www.square-enix.com/na/account/ North American Square Enix Account].
{{ii}} The PAL version requires a [https://secure.square-enix.com/account/app/svc/Login?cont=account European & other Regions Square Enix Account].
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{{ii}} The EU version requires a [https://secure.square-enix.com/account/app/svc/Login?cont=account European & other Regions Square Enix Account].
  
 
===Free Trial===
 
===Free Trial===
The [https://freetrial.finalfantasyxiv.com/ Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial] is available to new players as a free, yet limited version of FFXIV.
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The [https://freetrial.finalfantasyxiv.com/ Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial] is available to new players as a free, limited version of FFXIV.
 
{{ii}} Free trial members are limited to 1 character per world (server), up to a maximum of 8 characters total.
 
{{ii}} Free trial members are limited to 1 character per world (server), up to a maximum of 8 characters total.
 
{{ii}} Characters can only carry up to 300,000 gil each, and are restricted from using the Market Board, retainers, and some social features.
 
{{ii}} Characters can only carry up to 300,000 gil each, and are restricted from using the Market Board, retainers, and some social features.
{{++}} Coinciding with the release of Patch 5.3, characters created in the free trial are now capped at Lv. 60 (previously Lv. 35), and can play up to the end of the ''Heavensward'' expansion, including the race and jobs added as part of that expansion.
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{{++}} Coinciding with the release of Patch 5.3, characters created in the free trial are now capped at Lv. 60 (previously Lv. 35), and can play up to the end of the ''Heavensward'' expansion, including all additional content added as part of that expansion.
  
 
===Benchmark===
 
===Benchmark===
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|free-to-play        =  
 
|free-to-play        =  
 
|sponsored          =  
 
|sponsored          =  
|subscription        = A subscription is required to play beyond the '''Free Trial''' limitations.
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|subscription        = A monthly subscription is required to play beyond the limitations of the Free Trial.
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
{{DLC|
 
{{DLC|
{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward | Grants access to the Heavensward expansion.<br>'''Now included with the Starter Edition.''' | Windows, OS X  }}
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{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward | Grants access to the Heavensward expansion.<br>Included with the Starter Edition. | Windows, OS X  }}
 
{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood | Grants access to the Stormblood expansion. | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood | Grants access to the Stormblood expansion. | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers | Grants access to the Shadowbringers and Stormblood expansions. | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{DLC/row| Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers | Grants access to the Shadowbringers and Stormblood expansions. | Windows, OS X }}
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===Microtransactions===
 
===Microtransactions===
 
{{Microtransactions
 
{{Microtransactions
|boost              = Players can purchase books that instantly levels a class up to level 80.  In order to access the latest content, players must complete all story content that has previously been released. Players can purchase a book that instantly completes these quests up to the starting point for the latest expansion.
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|boost              = Players can purchase class boosts up to level 80.  In order to access the latest content, players must complete all story content previously released. Players can additionally purchase a book that instantly completes these quests up to the starting point for the latest expansion.
|cosmetic            = Players can purchase a number of items that are exclusive to microtransactions. This includes outfits, mounts, minions, emotes, chocobo bardings, orchestrion rolls, and premium variations of Eternal Bond ceremonies. In addition they can also purchase dyes and historical seasonal items. Dyes can be obtained infinitely or purchased from other players with in-game currency. Seasonal Items are obtained for free during the event associated with them and then can be purchased with microtransactions later on, usually after a year has passed.
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|cosmetic            = Players can purchase a number of items that are exclusive to microtransactions. This includes outfits, mounts, minions, emotes, chocobo bardings, orchestrion rolls, and premium variations of Eternal Bond ceremonies. Rare dyes and seasonal items from previous events are also available. Dyes can be obtained infinitely or, purchased from other players with in-game currency. Seasonal Items are obtained for free during the event associated with them and then can be purchased with microtransactions later on, usually after a year has passed.
 
|currency            =  
 
|currency            =  
 
|finite spend        =
 
|finite spend        =
|infinite spend      = The MogStation is frequently updated with new content. The majority of microtransactions can be purchased repeatedly without any practical limit.
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|infinite spend      = The Online Store is frequently updated with new content. The majority of microtransactions can be purchased repeatedly without any practical limit.
 
|free-to-grind      =  
 
|free-to-grind      =  
 
|loot box            =  
 
|loot box            =  
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|player trading      =
 
|player trading      =
 
|time-limited        =
 
|time-limited        =
|unlock              = Unlocks include redoing Character Creation (Fantasia), Server Transfer, Character Name Change, and access for up to 8 additional retainers. Players can receive a single Fantasia through in-game storyline progression.
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|unlock              = Unlocks include redoing Character Creation (Fantasia), Server Transfer, Character Name Change, and access for up to 8 additional retainers. New players receive a single Fantasia through in-game storyline progression.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{Game data/config|OS X|}}
 
{{Game data/config|OS X|}}
 
}}
 
}}
{{ii}} '''Client and character settings can now be backed up to the servers as of Patch 4.45.'''<ref>[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/topics/detail/2580dbb66daca8405ce1c051dbb1970d66c5f22a]</ref>
 
  
 
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]===
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|xbox cloud notes          =  
 
|xbox cloud notes          =  
 
}}
 
}}
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{{ii}} Client and character settings can be backed up to Square Enix servers on the character selection screen. Character progression is saved to servers automatically.<ref>[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/topics/detail/2580dbb66daca8405ce1c051dbb1970d66c5f22a]</ref>
  
 
==Video==
 
==Video==
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|4k ultra hd notes          =  
 
|4k ultra hd notes          =  
 
|fov                        = hackable
 
|fov                        = hackable
|fov notes                  = Default is 78° Horizontal. Use [https://github.com/jayotterbein/FFXIV-Zoom-Hack FFXIV Zoom Hack] to change it.
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|fov notes                  = Default is 78° horizontal. Use [https://github.com/jayotterbein/FFXIV-Zoom-Hack FFXIV Zoom Hack] to change it.
 
|windowed                  = true
 
|windowed                  = true
 
|windowed notes            =  
 
|windowed notes            =  
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|antialiasing notes        = FXAA
 
|antialiasing notes        = FXAA
 
|vsync                      = true
 
|vsync                      = true
|vsync notes                = Implemented as part of the "Frame Rate Limit" option.
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|vsync notes                = Automatically enabled when using the built-in framerate limit option.
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|120 fps                    = true
 
|120 fps                    = true
|120 fps notes              =  
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|120 fps notes              = Character physics effects are reduced at higher framerates.
 
|hdr                        = false
 
|hdr                        = false
 
|hdr notes                  =  
 
|hdr notes                  =  
|ray tracing                = unknown
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|ray tracing                = false
 
|ray tracing notes          =  
 
|ray tracing notes          =  
 
|color blind                = true
 
|color blind                = true
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|invert controller y-axis  = true
 
|invert controller y-axis  = true
 
|invert controller y-axis notes= Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available.
 
|invert controller y-axis notes= Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available.
|xinput controllers        = unknown
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|xinput controllers        = true
 
|xinput controllers notes  =  
 
|xinput controllers notes  =  
|xbox prompts              = unknown
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|xbox prompts              = true
 
|xbox prompts notes        =  
 
|xbox prompts notes        =  
 
|impulse triggers          = unknown
 
|impulse triggers          = unknown
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
 
|dualshock 4              = true
 
|dualshock 4              = true
|dualshock 4 notes        = Full support
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|dualshock 4 notes        = Support for additional DualShock/DualSense features (controller speakers, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers) was added in Endwalker.
 
|dualshock prompts        = true
 
|dualshock prompts        = true
|dualshock prompts notes  = PS5 Controller buttom prompts also available.
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|dualshock prompts notes  = DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and DualSense configurations are available.
 
|light bar support        = unknown
 
|light bar support        = unknown
 
|light bar support notes  =  
 
|light bar support notes  =  
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|other button prompts notes=  
 
|other button prompts notes=  
 
|button prompts            = Xbox, DualShock
 
|button prompts            = Xbox, DualShock
|button prompts notes      = Button prompts can be changed manually between ABXY, DualShock, DualShock + Touchpad, and DualSense modes.
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|button prompts notes      = Button prompts can be changed manually between ABXY, DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and DualSense modes.
 
|controller hotplug        = true
 
|controller hotplug        = true
 
|controller hotplug notes  =  
 
|controller hotplug notes  =  
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  |audio    = true
 
  |audio    = true
 
  |subtitles = true
 
  |subtitles = true
  |notes    = Only available as part of the Chinese version, which operates separately from the normal game.
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  |notes    = Only available as part of the separate Chinese version.
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{L10n/switch
 
{{L10n/switch
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  |audio    = true
 
  |audio    = true
 
  |subtitles = true
 
  |subtitles = true
  |notes    = Only available as part of the Chinese version, which operates separately from the normal game.
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  |notes    = Only available as part of the separate Chinese version.
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{L10n/switch
 
{{L10n/switch
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  |audio    = true
 
  |audio    = true
 
  |subtitles = true
 
  |subtitles = true
  |notes    = Only available as part of the Korean version, which operates separately from the normal game.
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  |notes    = Only available as part of the separate Korean version.
 
}}
 
}}
 
}}
 
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===API===
 
===API===
 
{{API
 
{{API
|direct3d versions      = 9, 11
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|direct3d versions      = 11
|direct3d notes        = DirectX 11 support was added alongside the Heavensward expansion (Patch 3.0),<ref>[http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/215163 Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XIX Q&A Summary (01/19/2015)]</ref> while DX9 support was dropped alongside the Shadowbringers expansion (Patch 5.0).<ref>[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/news/detail/46f28ce6bd697e3fd08e0e70c3c7646e5f5a3385]</ref> The DirectX 9 client is still included, but may not function properly.
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|direct3d notes        = While previously supported, DX9 support was dropped alongside the Shadowbringers expansion (Patch 5.0).<ref>[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/news/detail/46f28ce6bd697e3fd08e0e70c3c7646e5f5a3385]</ref> The DirectX 9 client is still included, but may not function properly and may be removed in future updates.
 
|directdraw versions    =  
 
|directdraw versions    =  
 
|directdraw notes      =  
 
|directdraw notes      =  
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|shader model versions  =  
 
|shader model versions  =  
 
|shader model notes    =  
 
|shader model notes    =  
|windows 32-bit exe    = true
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|windows 32-bit exe    = false
 
|windows 64-bit exe    = true
 
|windows 64-bit exe    = true
 
|windows exe notes      = 32-bit/DirectX 9 is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0).
 
|windows exe notes      = 32-bit/DirectX 9 is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0).
 
|mac os x powerpc app  =  
 
|mac os x powerpc app  =  
|macos intel 32-bit app = true
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|macos intel 32-bit app = false
 
|macos intel 64-bit app = true
 
|macos intel 64-bit app = true
 
|macos arm app          =  
 
|macos arm app          =  
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|minCPU  = Intel Core i5 2.4 GHz or higher
 
|minCPU  = Intel Core i5 2.4 GHz or higher
 
|minRAM  = 4 GB
 
|minRAM  = 4 GB
|minHD    = 60 GB
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|minHD    = 80 GB
 
|minGPU  = Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or higher
 
|minGPU  = Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or higher
 
|minGPU2  = AMD Radeon R7 260X or higher
 
|minGPU2  = AMD Radeon R7 260X or higher
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|recCPU  = Intel Core i7 3.0 GHz or higher
 
|recCPU  = Intel Core i7 3.0 GHz or higher
 
|recRAM  = 8 GB
 
|recRAM  = 8 GB
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|recHD    = 80 GB
 
|recGPU  = Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 or higher
 
|recGPU  = Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 or higher
 
|recGPU2  = AMD Radeon RX 480 or higher
 
|recGPU2  = AMD Radeon RX 480 or higher

Revision as of 06:49, 11 February 2022

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn cover
Developers
Square Enix
macOS (OS X) TransGaming Inc.
Engines
1.0 Crystal Tools
Release dates
Windows August 27, 2013
macOS (OS X) (Cider) June 23, 2015
macOS (OS X) November 29, 2019
Taxonomy
Monetization Expansion pack, Subscription
Microtransactions Cosmetic, Unlock, Boost, Free-to-grind, Infinite spend
Modes Multiplayer
Pacing Persistent, Real-time
Perspectives Third-person
Controls Direct control
Genres MMORPG
Art styles Anime
Themes Fantasy
Series Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn guide on StrategyWiki
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn on MobyGames
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn on Wikipedia
Final Fantasy VII 1998
Final Fantasy VIII 2000
Final Fantasy XI 2003
Final Fantasy XIV Online 2010
Final Fantasy VII (2012) 2012
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn 2013
Final Fantasy VIII (2013) 2013
Final Fantasy III (3D Remake) 2014
Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) 2014
Final Fantasy XIII 2014
Final Fantasy XIII-2 2014
Final Fantasy IV: The After Years 2015
Final Fantasy Type-0 HD‎ 2015
Final Fantasy V 2015
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII 2015
Final Fantasy VI 2015
Final Fantasy IX 2016
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster 2016
Mobius Final Fantasy 2017
World of Final Fantasy 2017
SaGa (series)
Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age 2018
Mana (series)
Final Fantasy XV 2018
Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition 2018
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT 2019
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered 2019
Final Fantasy VII Windows Edition 2020
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster (series)
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade 2021
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin 2022
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion 2022
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis 2023
Final Fantasy XVI TBA

Warnings

This game requires a constant internet connection for all game modes.

Key points

Originally released as FINAL FANTASY XIV on September 22, 2010.
Cross-platform play with PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 players.[1]
Free content updates are released every 3–4 months, though most additional content may require the latest expansion to play.

General information

FINAL FANTASY XIV: The Lodestone
Patch Notes archive
Technical Support forum
Steam Community Discussions

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Retail
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
Install the client and use Mog Station for CD key and account management.[2]
The retail OS X version only comes bundled with Heavensward.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Developer website
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Amazon.com
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Green Man Gaming
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Humble Store
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Steam
Icon overlay.png
Always online (requires a constant internet connection to play)
As of Mar 2022, requires the Steam client and a linked Steam account to launch.
Expansions will have to be purchased on Steam to activate properly on a Steam-enabled FFXIV account.
Windows
All versions require a constant internet connection for all game modes.
The NA version requires a North American Square Enix Account.
The EU version requires a European & other Regions Square Enix Account.

Free Trial

The Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial is available to new players as a free, limited version of FFXIV.

Free trial members are limited to 1 character per world (server), up to a maximum of 8 characters total.
Characters can only carry up to 300,000 gil each, and are restricted from using the Market Board, retainers, and some social features.
Coinciding with the release of Patch 5.3, characters created in the free trial are now capped at Lv. 60 (previously Lv. 35), and can play up to the end of the Heavensward expansion, including all additional content added as part of that expansion.

Benchmark

A standalone benchmark is available for Windows.

Monetization

Type Notes
Subscription A monthly subscription is required to play beyond the limitations of the Free Trial.

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward Grants access to the Heavensward expansion.
Included with the Starter Edition.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood Grants access to the Stormblood expansion.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers Grants access to the Shadowbringers and Stormblood expansions.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker Grants access to the Endwalker expansion and all previous expansions.
Windows
macOS (OS X)

Microtransactions

Type Notes
Boost Players can purchase class boosts up to level 80. In order to access the latest content, players must complete all story content previously released. Players can additionally purchase a book that instantly completes these quests up to the starting point for the latest expansion.
Cosmetic Players can purchase a number of items that are exclusive to microtransactions. This includes outfits, mounts, minions, emotes, chocobo bardings, orchestrion rolls, and premium variations of Eternal Bond ceremonies. Rare dyes and seasonal items from previous events are also available. Dyes can be obtained infinitely or, purchased from other players with in-game currency. Seasonal Items are obtained for free during the event associated with them and then can be purchased with microtransactions later on, usually after a year has passed.
Infinite spend The Online Store is frequently updated with new content. The majority of microtransactions can be purchased repeatedly without any practical limit.
Unlock Unlocks include redoing Character Creation (Fantasia), Server Transfer, Character Name Change, and access for up to 8 additional retainers. New players receive a single Fantasia through in-game storyline progression.

Essential improvements

Skip intro videos

Use replacement 00004.bk2[3]

Apply the Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn intro skip.

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
Windows %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\FINAL FANTASY XIV - A Realm Reborn\
macOS (OS X)
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39210/pfx/[Note 1]

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
Steam Cloud
Client and character settings can be backed up to Square Enix servers on the character selection screen. Character progression is saved to servers automatically.[4]

Video

Graphics feature State WSGF Notes
Widescreen resolution
Multi-monitor
AMD Eyefinity doesn't work with DX11.
Ultra-widescreen
Cutscenes feature black bars when playing in non-16:9 resolutions.
4K Ultra HD
Field of view (FOV)
Default is 78° horizontal. Use FFXIV Zoom Hack to change it.
Windowed
Borderless fullscreen windowed
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Up to 16x. Bilinear and Trilinear filtering modes are also available.
Anti-aliasing (AA)
FXAA
Vertical sync (Vsync)
Automatically enabled when using the built-in framerate limit option.
60 FPS and 120+ FPS
Character physics effects are reduced at higher framerates.
High dynamic range display (HDR)
See the glossary page for potential alternatives.
Ray tracing (RT)
Color blind mode
Protanopia, deuteranopia, tritanopia. Filter strength can be adjusted using the "Range" slider.

Input

Keyboard and mouse State Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration
Mouse sensitivity
System Configuration 🡆 Mouse Settings 🡆 Mouse Camera Sensitivity
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available.
Controller
Controller support
Full controller support
Must input Username and Password with Keyboard. Chat and other features may also require keyboard input.
Controller remapping
Limited remapping to areas of controller. Eg, all front buttons can be set to do a select few things things, but cannot be applied to bumpers buttons / sticks vice versa.
Controller sensitivity
Character Configuration 🡆 Control Settings 🡆 Camera Speed (Analog Stick)
Controller Y-axis inversion
Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available.
Controller types
XInput-compatible controllers
Xbox button prompts
Impulse Trigger vibration
PlayStation controllers
Support for additional DualShock/DualSense features (controller speakers, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers) was added in Endwalker.
PlayStation button prompts
DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and DualSense configurations are available.
Light bar support
Adaptive trigger support
DualSense haptic feedback support
Connection modes
Tracked motion controllers
Generic/other controllers
Additional information
Button prompts
Button prompts can be changed manually between ABXY, DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and DualSense modes.
Controller hotplugging
Haptic feedback
Digital movement supported
Simultaneous controller+KB/M

Audio

Audio feature State Notes
Separate volume controls
Music, Sound Effects, Dialogue, System Sounds, Ambient Sounds, and Performance.
Volumes for the player, party members, and all other player characters can also be adjusted independently.
Surround sound
Up to 5.1 supported.
Subtitles
Featured in all cutscenes and dialogue events. Cannot be disabled.
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost
Can be tweaked to allow specific sound sources to remain unmuted even when focus is lost.

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
French
German
Japanese
Traditional Chinese
Only available as part of the separate Chinese version.
Simplified Chinese
Only available as part of the separate Chinese version.
Korean
Only available as part of the separate Korean version.

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Notes
LAN play
Online play
Requires an internet connection at all times while playing.
Supports cross-play with PS4 and PS5 versions.

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Multiple data centers to choose from depending on player region.
Self-hosting
Direct IP

Ports

Protocol Port(s) and/or port range(s)
TCP 80, 443, 54992-54994, 55006-55007, 55021-55040
UDP 55296-55551
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.

VR support

Issues unresolved

Error 90000

This is a generic error code for disconnection from the game server. This issue may have something to do with your local network configuration, or ISP packet shaping/throttling.[5]

Issues fixed

Stuck at loading screen before character selection

Stuck at loading screen before character selection[6]
  1. Go to %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\FINAL FANTASY XIV - A Realm Reborn\
  2. Edit FFXIV.cfg
  3. Change CutsceneMovieOpening from 0 to 1
  4. Save the file and restart the game.

Other information

API

Technical specs Supported Notes
Direct3D 11 While previously supported, DX9 support was dropped alongside the Shadowbringers expansion (Patch 5.0).[8] The DirectX 9 client is still included, but may not function properly and may be removed in future updates.
Executable 32-bit 64-bit Notes
Windows
32-bit/DirectX 9 is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0).
macOS (OS X)
A 64-bit update to the game client was released in late November 2019.[7] 32-bit is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0).

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 8.1 (64-bit), 10 (64-bit)
Processor (CPU) Intel Core i5 2.4 GHz or higher
System memory (RAM) 4 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 80 GB
Video card (GPU) Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or higher
AMD Radeon R7 260X or higher
DirectX 11 compatible
Other 1280 x 720 screen resolution
System requirements may change with the release of new expansions.
macOS (OS X)
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.14 (Mojave)
Processor (CPU) Intel Core i5 3.5 GHz
System memory (RAM) 4 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 60 GB
Video card (GPU) AMD Radeon R9 M295X
Recommended model: iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014) or newer
A resolution of 1600x900 or higher is recommended.
These system requirements pertain to the 64-bit macOS client, released alongside FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers.
Certain Japanese language conversion functions differ from the Windows version.
Graphical corruption issues may occur under certain circumstances if using Intel Iris Pro graphics.


Notes

  1. Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:

References