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• Join us for Duty Commenced on 13 November!

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  The next episode of Duty Commenced, the North American Community team's live show, is set for Friday, 13 November. Join the Community team as they review the latest information from the Fan Festival in Tokyo. As always, there will be a showcase of the latest entries for Community Commendations and giveaways, too!
  
  Read on for details.

• FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold Pre-orders Now Available!

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  FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold is now available for pre-order!
  
  Pre-order to immediately receive in-game items—a new minion and an accessory that increases EXP earned—and embark on your journey in Evercold with early access before launch!
  

  Release Date

  Tuesday, 23 February 2027

  Early Access

  Friday, 19 February 2027 around 9:00 (GMT) / 20:00 (AEDT)
  
  Read on for details.

• Rolling Out Same-region Player Matching for the North American and European Data Centers!

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  With the release of Patch 7.58, scheduled for Tuesday, 10 November 2026, same-region player matching─previously introduced to the Japan data center─will be implemented on the North American and European data centers.
  
  Matchmaking and party recruitment have thus far been limited to players on the same logical data center. However, with the introduction of same-region player matching, the scope will expand to cover all those on the same physical data center. This means that all players within the same physical data center will be eligible for matchmaking and party recruitment, regardless of their current world.
  
  Further information can be found below on the purpose and impact of same-region player matching.
  
  * The maintenance accompanying the release of Patch 7.58 is scheduled to last 24 hours. The maintenance schedule will be announced in the News once finalised.
  
  
  Read on for details.

• Limited-time Sale on Optional Items!

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  Starting Monday, 2 November 2026 at around 8:00 (GMT) / 19:00 (AEDT), the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store will be hosting a limited-time sale featuring commemorative items from Fan Festival 2023-2024 and earlier!
  
  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.
  
  * The sale will begin after the scheduled maintenance ends on Monday, 2 November 2026 at around 8:00 (GMT) / 19:00 (AEDT). Please visit the News section for detailed maintenance information.
  * Please note that there may be a delay in the delivery of items directly after sales commence due to congestion of the delivery system.

• FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold Releases 23 February 2027!

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  Your next adventure is almost here! The release date for FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold has been revealed, with pre-orders opening soon! Pre-order to receive a variety of bonuses and early access to the Fourth a few days before launch.

  

  

  

  

  Release Date

  Tuesday, 23 February 2027
  

  Pre-orders Begin

  Wednesday, 4 November 2026
  

  Early Access

  Friday, 19 February 2027 at 9:00 (GMT) / 20:00 (AEDT)
  
  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold website for more details.

• Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo Live Performance Stream Tickets Now on Sale!

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  Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo is nearly here!
  
  For those looking to take their viewing experience to the next level, we will be hosting a piano performance and PRIMALS concert, both available as paid streams via StreamPass and FanStream. You won't want to miss this chance to rock out with Warriors of Light the world over in the comfort of your own home!
  
  If you happen to be too busy to watch live, a ticket purchase also grants access to the archive where the streams can be viewed as many times as you like for a set period. Whether you're at home or on the go, you can enjoy these two amazing concerts at your leisure.
  

  Ticket Price

  Ticket for viewing both days: 4,950 yen (tax included)
  * A 770 yen (tax included) system usage fee will be added separately.

  Sale Period

  Until Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 14:59 (GMT) / 22 November at 1:59 (AEDT)
  

  Live Stream Schedule

  • Day 1: Piano Concert
    Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:30 (GMT) / 21:30 (AEDT) until the end of the performance
  • Day 2: THE PRIMALS
    Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:00 (GMT) / 21:00 (AEDT) until the end of the performance

  * Stage event times are subject to change.
  

  Archive Availability

  • Day 1: Piano Concert
    From Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 9:00 (GMT) / 20:00 (AEDT)
    to Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 14:59 (GMT) / 23 November at 1:59 (AEDT)
  • Day 2: THE PRIMALS
    From Monday, 2 November 2026 at 9:00 (GMT) / 20:00 (AEDT)
    to Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 14:59 (GMT) / 23 November at 1:59 (AEDT)

  * A portion of the comments posted during the performance will be available to view via the chat replay feature when ready. Comments cannot be posted during the archive viewing period.
  
  Purchase a ticket for the stream.
  * A free Plus member ID is required to purchase a ticket for the live stream.
  * The live stream may not be available for viewing in certain regions. Please review the live stream's availability in your region before purchasing.
  

• Final Round of Fan Festival Twitch Viewer Rewards Now Available!

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  After the success of the campaign during Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim and Berlin, we are excited to start the final round of our collaboration with Twitch to celebrate our global FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festivals – this time for Tokyo!
  
  Read on for details.
  

• Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo Begins 31 October – Streaming Info Reminder!

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  The long-awaited Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo commences this weekend!

  All stage events─including the keynote, packed with new information─will be available to view worldwide via live stream. Whether you're joining us in person, watching from home, or attending a live viewing, let's enjoy Fan Festival together!
  * Please note that co-streaming is permitted for all content except for the Naoki's Room stage event and the paid concert performances. However, we strongly advise users to refrain from co-streaming the keynote presentation via YouTube. Due to the nature of YouTube's Content ID system, doing so may result in your stream being interrupted or your account being penalized. No such issues are expected when co-streaming via other livestreaming services. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

  * Updated Friday, 30 October 2026 at 15:15 (GMT) / Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 2:15 (AEDT)
  

  • View the detailed schedule including times for each event here.

  Furthermore, live stream concert tickets for Keiko and THE PRIMALS are currently available for purchase. An archived version of the streams will be available for viewing at any time during the ticket purchase period.

  • View details of the musical performances and purchase tickets here.

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  Visit the Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo special site.
  * Please note that the website is in Japanese only.
  

• Crystalline Conflict Season Twenty-one Ending Soon!

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  The competition has been fierce, but Season Twenty-one of Crystalline Conflict will soon draw to a close with the beginning of Patch 7.58 maintenance on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
  
  Once the season has ended, players will receive rewards according to their overall rank and tier within each physical data center.
  * The top 300 ranking players will receive rewards in the Japanese, North American, and European data centers, while the top 100 ranking players will receive rewards in the Oceanian data center.
  * Players must participate in at least one ranked match during the season in order to receive tier rewards.
  
  The final results will be announced on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, so give it your all and prove yourself the fiercest fighter on the crystal line!
  
  Please note that in light of current matchmaking conditions, we’ve made some adjustments to the lower and upper limits within which competitors are matched in the Japanese data center. Best of luck, and happy battling!
  
  View the Crystalline Conflict Rankings page.

• Crucible Rankings Season 1 Commences!

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  Rankings for the Crucible of the Unbroken, specialised content for the beastmaster limited job are now underway! Season 1 will run until early December 2026.
  
  Players who finish in the top 300 at the end of the season will receive ranking rewards via the moogle delivery service.
  

  

  Read on for details.

• Announcing the Fan Festival Group Pose Screenshot Campaign!

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  FFXIV Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo is almost here! To celebrate, we'll be hosting a group pose screenshot campaign starting Friday, 23 October!
  
  Decorate a screenshot using the limited-time frames and stickers themed after the Fan Festival.Post it on social media and share it through our entry submission page for a chance to win one of the listed in-game prizes below.
  
  Read the official rules for full terms and conditions to find out how you can enter and submit your entry. For Spanish, please read the official rules here.
  

  Entry Period

  From Friday, 23 October 2026 at 17:00 (GMT) / 18:00 (BST) / 24 October at 4:00 (AEDT)
  to Friday, 30 October 2026 at 6:59 (GMT) / 17:59 (AEDT)
  

  Prize Options

  The FFXIV Community team will randomly select 1,500 participants from qualifying entries from the North American and European regions combined, who will each receive one in-game item of their choice from the following items:
  

  • Bluebird Earring
  • Great Paraserpent
  • Modern Aesthetics - Strife
  • Noble Barding

  * These are virtual, in-game items with no monetary value.

• Fan Festival 2026 Commemorative Items Round 3 & Sale!

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  A third round of optional items commemorating Fan Festival 2026 will arrive on the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Friday, 23 October 2026 at 8:00 (GMT)!
  
  We’re also hosting a limited-time sale on all Fan Festival 2026 commemorative items, so don’t miss out!

  Sale Period

  Friday, 23 October 2026 at 8:00 (GMT) to Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:59 (GMT)
  
  Read on for details.

• Watch the Latest Episode of Duty Commenced!

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  The latest episode of the North American Community team's Duty Commenced live show has been archived and is now available to view! Couldn't join the team live this time? No problem! The episode is available to watch on Twitch and YouTube via the links below!
  
  In this episode, the Community team went over the exhilarating schedule for the Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo!

  • YouTube

• Keybound Brawler Arrives 28 October!

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  Keybound Brawler, a new event that tests your typing prowess, is coming to the Manderville Gold Saucer! The first iteration of the event will be a special collaboration with the FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE series.
  
  Participate in the collaboration stages to obtain MGC which can be exchanged for numerous rewards, including collaboration attire, a mount, emote, and more!
  

  

  Event Period

  From Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 8:00 (GMT) / 19:00 (AEDT)
  to the release of Patch 8.0

  * After this collaboration event has ended, it will be held as a special event at irregular intervals.
  
  Visit the special site.

• The BRIDGE CAST FINAL FANTASY XIV Edition Gaming Audio Mixer is Coming Soon!

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  We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the Roland BRIDGE CAST FINAL FANTASY XIV Edition gaming audio mixer, which will begin rolling out on Tuesday, 1 December 2026!

  

  Combining the top-tier audio processing of Roland's BRIDGE CAST series with a stunning original top panel featuring Alpha and Omega, this mixer will elevate your gameplay and streams to the next level. The mixer comes pre-loaded with official FFXIV sound effects, including the iconic Duty Finder matching chime and the FATE commencement jingle. Play these iconic sounds with a single button press in voice chats or livestreams to immerse friends and viewers alike!
  

  Pre-order Start Date
  

  Wednesday, 21 October 2026 (GMT)
  * Please check with individual retailers for details.

  Visit the official Roland product page here.

• Presenting the Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo Stage & Stream Schedule

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  Our third and final Fan Festival before Evercold approaches!
  
  Tune in to the Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo live stream for a spectacular celebration featuring our latest announcements, panels, PvP tournament, concerts, and more!
  
  Read on for details.
  
  * Updated Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 6:00 (GMT) / 7:00 (BST) / 17:00 (AEDT)
  

• Join us for Duty Commenced on 21 October!

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  The next episode of Duty Commenced, the North American Community team's live show, is set for Wednesday, 21 October. Join the Community team as they review the exciting schedule for the upcoming Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo! As always, there will be a showcase of the latest entries for Community Commendations!
  
  Read on for details.

• New Optional Items Available!

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  New optional items will be added to the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store starting Thursday, 15 October 2026 at around 9:00 (GMT) / 10:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEDT).
  
  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Store.
  
  * The items featured above will be available for purchase after scheduled maintenance ends on Thursday, 15 October 2026 around 9:00 (GMT) / 10:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEDT).
  * Please note that there may be a delay in the delivery of items directly after sales commence due to congestion of the delivery system.

• Two New Albums Now Available for Streaming, Digital Purchase, and Physical Pre-order!

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  Two new FINAL FANTASY XIV albums—Pulse: Remix Album Vol. 3 and Piano Collections - Till Dawn My Tears Flow—are now available for streaming and digital purchase, with physical CD editions arriving in November!
  
  Relive cherished memories of your everyday adventures, reimagined with exciting new flair and delicate piano arrangements. Immerse yourself in the music of Eorzea with these two stunning collections!
  

  CD Release Date

  November 2026
  * Release date is subject to change.
  * Note that customs or other shipping delays may slightly impact the release date for North America and Europe.
  
  Digital downloads and streaming are available across various music platforms starting today, ahead of the physical release!
  

  Pulse: FINAL FANTASY XIV Remix Album Vol. 3

  The third instalment of the highly popular Pulse remix album series has arrived! Experience iconic tracks from Eorzea stylishly reimagined into energising dance and electronica arrangements.

  

  Visit the Pulse: FINAL FANTASY XIV Remix Album Vol. 3 special site.
  * Please visit the special site for details regarding bonus items and streaming platforms.

  FINAL FANTASY XIV Piano Collections - Till Dawn My Tears Flow

  The latest piano arrangement album presents a serene yet dramatic rendition of beloved FFXIV melodies. Step into a musical world of tranquility and passion, beautifully woven through solo piano performances.

  

  Visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Piano Collections - Till Dawn My Tears Flow special site.
  * Please visit the special site for details regarding bonus items and streaming platforms.

• Regarding the Crucible of the Unbroken Ranking Season 1 Start Date

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  We are pleased to announce the start date for Crucible of the Unbroken Ranking Season 1.

  Season 1 Ranking Period

  Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:00 (GMT) / 16:00 (AEDT) to early December 2026
  
  An exact end date and time will be announced at a later date. Once the season concludes, a pre-season period will begin, during which players will be unable to participate in the rankings. Season 2 will commence after the pre-season has ended.
  * The ranking start and end times are subject to change.

  Crucible Rankings

  Players may choose to compete for the highest score achieved within the Crucible of the Unbroken. Scores must be recorded on a player’s Home World, and rankings will be aggregated per physical data center.
  
  To record scores eligible for rankings, players must set Crucible Mode to the third degree and check the box next to “Participate in rankings” before entering.
  
  Ranking scores are compiled from the last three attempts of each board within the Crucible. Speak with Lauda in the Central Shroud (X:21.9 Y:22.8) to view your current Crucible Ranking Score.
  
  Rankings are published on a dedicated Lodestone page——upon conclusion of a season, players who rank in the top 300 will receive ranking rewards via the Moogle Delivery Service.
  
  Additional details regarding rewards can be found here.