GAME CLIENT DOWNLOAD (Windows®)

Review the system requirements for the Windows® version of FINAL FANTASY XIV.

• Installation Setup
  To launch the installer, double-click ffxivsetup.exe.
• Region/Language Selection
  After launching the installer, the region/language selection screen will be displayed. Select your preferred language for the installer and the game. This option will be set to your Windows region/language by default.
  * Please launch the installer as a user with administrator rights.
  * Selecting a language different from the one set for your OS may cause the installer to display corrupted text.
• Note on Background Applications
  Please read and follow the on-screen instructions regarding background applications and antivirus software. Click "Next" when you are ready to continue.
• Select the destination folder to which the game data will be installed.
  To install to a different folder, click "Browse" and designate a new destination folder.
  * Refer to the minimum system requirements listed on the System Requirements page to check the available disk space necessary to install the game.
  * The drive containing the My Documents folder must have at least 2 GB of free space available.
  * The destination folder name must not contain any double-byte characters. You now have the chance to review your settings. If you are satisfied with the settings, click "Next" to begin copying files.
• Complete Installation
  Check the box if you wish to create a shortcut on your desktop, then click "Finish" to complete the installation.
  * For instructions on how to log into and begin playing the game, please refer to the Play Guide found on the community site, The Lodestone.