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Final Fantasy XIV Launches on Xbox: A New Realm Awaits

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The official launch of FFXIV on Xbox Series X|S is finally here! Read on to discover editions, exclusive in-game items, and special promotions for your transition into the realms of Eorzea on Xbox. The adventure begins on 21 March 2024!

The highly anticipated release of Final Fantasy XIV for Xbox Series X|S is getting closer, and we have put together all the necessary information to ensure you are well prepared.

As stated in a previous news post, the Xbox version is officially launching on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 8:00 (GMT) or 19:00 (AEDT).

Available Editions can be purchased through the Microsoft Store:

  • Final Fantasy XIV Online Starter Edition
    The Starter Edition includes three titles: The base game, A Realm Reborn, as well as the first and second expansions, Heavensward and Stormblood.
  • Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker
    This includes the Shadowbringers and Endwalker expansions. Requires Final Fantasy XIV Starter Edition to play.
  • Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker Collector's Edition
    The Endwalker Collector's Edition includes the Endwalker expansion and several in-game bonus items. Requires Final Fantasy XIV Starter Edition to play.
  • Final Fantasy XIV Online Complete Edition
    For newcomers, this is the most complete edition and includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, Stormblood, Shadowbringers, and Endwalker expansions.
  • Final Fantasy XIV Online Complete Collector's Edition
    This version includes the in-game bonus items from the A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, Stormblood, Shadowbringers, and Endwalker Collector's Editions.
  • Final Fantasy XIV Online Free Trial
    The free-to-play version of FFXIV lets you play up to Level 70 and experience the main scenario quests, as well as content from the A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, and Stormblood expansions, with no restrictions on play time. However, certain in-game restrictions apply!

Xbox Game Pass Requirement: To play any version of Final Fantasy XIV on Xbox, an Xbox Game Pass (Core or Ultimate) is necessary. The free trial is exempt from this requirement. Additionally, check whether your Xbox and Square Enix accounts are linked. This cannot be undone, so make sure you link the right accounts together.

How to Play on the Xbox Version

Open Beta Participants

Follow the instructions below using the Xbox account you used during the open beta test to play the full product version with your existing game data. It will not be necessary to re-download the software. Alternatively, you are welcome to continue playing the Free Trial.

1. Log into the Xbox account that you used to participate in the open beta test and purchase one of the following products:

  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Starter Edition
  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Complete Edition
  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Complete Collector's Edition

* Players with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan may download the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Starter Edition for free until Friday, April 19.

2. Launch the FINAL FANTASY XIV application.

3. Log in and follow the instructions to select the service account the product should be registered to.

Xbox Series X|S Users Who are New to FINAL FANTASY XIV

1. Log into the Xbox account you wish to use to play FINAL FANTASY XIV and purchase one of the following products:

  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Starter Edition
  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Complete Edition
  • FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Complete Collector's Edition

* Players with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan may download the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Starter Edition for free until Friday, April 19.

2. Launch the FINAL FANTASY XIV application.

3. Enter your Square Enix account information.
* Upon launching for the very first time, you will need to link your Xbox account and Square Enix account. You will not be able to unlink the accounts or transfer to another account once linked. Please be careful and confirm that both accounts are correct before linking.
* If you are currently playing on another platform, such as the Windows version, and would like to continue playing with the same character on the Xbox Series X|S version, then please use the Square Enix account that is associated with those characters. Please ensure that the account is correct.

The Free Trial version is also available, so if you are starting FINAL FANTASY XIV for the first time, please consider this option as well.

When creating a new character, you will be prompted to select a starting World. Special bonuses are offered for creating a character on certain Worlds.

* Depending on the circumstances, there may be times when no Worlds are classified as New or Preferred, or character creation is temporarily unavailable on certain Worlds.

FFXIV Coins

Payment for service fees and optional item purchases will require FFXIV Coins, which can be purchased from the Microsoft Store. Please purchase FFXIV Coins before using the Mog Station or FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.

After purchasing FFXIV Coins from the Microsoft Store, log into the Xbox Series X|S version of FINAL FANTASY XIV to have the purchased FFXIV Coins credited to your Square Enix Account. You will not be able to use the purchased FFXIV Coins until you log in, so please be sure to log in after purchasing FFXIV Coins.

When Playing Only the Xbox Series X|S Version

Payments will be handled using FFXIV Coins only.

When Playing on Multiple Platforms

When accessing the Mog Station or FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store from the Xbox Series X|S version of the application, payments will be handled using FFXIV Coins.
In other cases, you can select additional payment methods on the website.

Limited Offer: Free Starter Edition

Additionally, from March 21st to April 19th, 2024, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can download the Final Fantasy XIV Starter Edition for free as an Ultimate Perk. 
Purchasing the Starter, Complete, or Complete Collector’s Edition during this period also grants two exclusive in-game items:

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  • A wind-up Palom Minion
  • Menphina Earring, boosting experience by 30% up to Level 80

These items will be delivered through the in-game Moogle Delivery Service. However, please keep in mind that if you already have these items from the Endwalker edition on another platform, you will not receive them a second time.

The arrival of Final Fantasy XIV on Xbox Series X|S is a great opportunity for both veteran players and newcomvers to dive into a world of adventure together! With a variety of editions to choose from and special promotions to improve the experience, there has never been a better time to explore the realms of Eorzea. So grab your friends and make new memories!

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