The Patch 7.5 special site has been updated with information on Dancing Mad (Ultimate)─the seventh in its series─and the regional matching system. Also, be sure to check out the latest updates on limited job beastmaster, including new CG art.
View the special site.
It gives us great pleasure to announce the sixth expansion to FINAL FANTASY XIV, Evercold!
The trailer unveiled during the Fan Festival keynote can now be viewed on the FINAL FANTASY XIV: Evercold teaser site, along with the latest information, screenshots and artwork from the upcoming expansion.
Visit the teaser site.
Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim Live Performance Stream Tickets Now on Sale!
Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim 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!
But 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.
* Due to a technical issue with the ticket sales page, tickets were temporarily unavailable for purchase on the English site. The issue has now been resolved, but as a result of this disruption, we are extending the ticket purchase period and the archive streaming period as follows.
Sales Period
Before: Until Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
After: Until Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
Archive Streaming Period
Before: Until Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
After: Until Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
* Stage event times are subject to change.
* A portion of the comments posted during the performance will be available to view via the chat replay feature from Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 a.m. (PDT). Please note that comments cannot be posted on the archived video.
Purchase a ticket for the stream.
All stage events excluding the live performances can be viewed free of charge.
View the stage event schedule.
THE PRIMALS Dark Decades Tour BUDOKAN Blu-ray Now Available!
We are delighted to announce that THE PRIMALS Dark Decades Tour BUDOKAN is now available on Blu-ray!
Last year, this monumental show delivered everything from classic tracks to fan-favorites from Dawntrail, the latest major expansion, all in THE PRIMALS' hard-rock style. Relive the performance from Monday, September 29, complete with a special guest appearance and 19 unforgettable songs!
But wait─there's more. Bonus content includes behind-the-scenes footage of the Zepp tour culminating in the Nippon Budokan finale, and the music video for "Not Afraid."
It's time to rock, Warriors of Light. Pick up your copy today!
Friday, April 24, 2026
Visit the special site.
It is with great pleasure that we present the preliminary patch notes for Patch 7.5─Trail to the Heavens.
* Additions have been made to the patch 7.5 notes, which can now be viewed in their entirety.
Read the patch notes.
We’re pleased to announce that Fan Festival-themed stream overlays are now available for Warriors of Light looking to stream the excitement along with us! The kit includes overlays and assets that are perfect for a variety of your streaming needs.
Whether you’re looking to have something festive to celebrate the upcoming event or simply want to add some FFXIV flavor to your streams, you’ll want to check out the kit!
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Read on for details.
To celebrate Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim we're teaming up with HYTE to host a sweepstakes! Enter for a chance to win a themed FFXIV Y70 PC case featuring beautiful FFXIV character illustrations created just for Fan Festival!
Read on for details.
The long-awaited North American Fan Festival 2026 commences this Friday in Anaheim!
All stage events─including the keynote, packed with new information─will be available to view worldwide via live stream.
* Please note that co-streaming is permitted for all content except for 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.
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 period.
Visit the North American Fan Fest special website.
We've released a new fan kit featuring artwork from Patch 7.5─Trail to the Heavens.
Download the fan kit.
The Patch 7.5 special site has been updated with a sneak peek of scenes from the Dawntrail allied society capstone quests, custom deliveries for Aunt Tii's Tacos, and Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures sidequests. Screenshots have also been added of mounts, minions and emotes to come in Patch 7.5!
View the special site.
Jollibee x FINAL FANTASY XIV Collaboration Campaign - Get the Eat Chicken Emote!
FINAL FANTASY XIV and Jollibee join forces to fuel Warriors of Light starting Tuesday, April 21, 2026! For a limited time, purchase collaboration meals or merchandise to earn your own Eat Chicken emote!
Furthermore, in celebration of Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim, Jollibee's Anaheim store will be decked out in FFXIV-themed decor from April 21 to May 31! Jollibee x FINAL FANTASY XIV stickers will be available for customers at the Anaheim store while supplies last.
Read on for details.
To commemorate Fan Festival 2026, a special collection of frames and stickers will be available from Friday, April 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT).
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Each frame and sticker features an iconic FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2026 logo, allowing you to create celebratory masterpieces and preserve the memories of your adventures.
Be sure to share them online with the hashtag #FFXIVFanFest and join in on the Fan Festival revelry!
* The Fan Festival 2026 frames and stickers for Group Pose will be available until the end of Fan Festival in Tokyo. A second announcement will be made at a later date.
Read on for details.
* Erroneous text has been amended.
* Updated on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (PDT)
We are looking for a German translator to help us make FINAL FANTASY XIV fun and exciting for all our players. Could it be you?
If you’re interested in working on the development and localization of online games, we invite you to look at the detailed job description.
We are no longer accepting new applicants for the German translator position. Thank you to everyone for your keen interest.
* Updated on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT)
We are excited to announce a new collaboration with Twitch to celebrate our global FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festivals!
Read on for details.
Crystalline Conflict Regional Championship 2026 (North America) at Fan Festival!
Whether you’ll be in the crowd or at home, you won’t want to miss some of the most electrifying matches in the final chapter of the Crystalline Conflict Regional Championship 2026 in North America! Four teams have risen from the mightiest competitors to move on to the Semifinals and only one team will be crowned as champions on the grand stage at the Fan Festival in Anaheim! Tune in to see which team will take it all on Saturday, April 25!
Read on for details.
The Patch 7.5 special site has been updated with details on the Occult Crescent: North Horn; Archeia Harmonias, the new Crystalline Conflict arena; Auxesia, the new cosmic exploration star; and a new ocean fishing route.
A wealth of other new information is also available, including screenshots of the upcoming alliance raid, Windurst: The Third Walk, associated rewards, and a sneak peek at the phantom weapon enhancement quests.
View the special site.
Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XCII Airs Friday, April 17
The next Letter from the Producer LIVE broadcast is set to air on Friday, April 17 at 4:00 a.m. (PDT). Don’t miss out!
Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. (PDT)
* Starting time is subject to change.
* Co-streaming is allowed.
* Please note that the presentation slides will include both Japanese and English text, but the presentation audio will be in Japanese only.
The competition has been fierce, but Season Nineteen of Crystalline Conflict will soon draw to a close with the beginning of Patch 7.5 maintenance on Tuesday, April 28.
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, April 28, 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 Japanese data centers. Best of luck, and happy battling!
View the Crystalline Conflict Rankings page.
PvP Series 10 will draw to a close with the beginning of Patch 7.5 maintenance on Tuesday, April 28.
Furthermore, series rewards will be updated at the start of Series 11, so be sure not to leave any malmstone unturned!
Read on for details.
Vote for the Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim Art and Video Contest Winners!
The voting period for the Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim Art and Video Contests has begun! We ask all Warriors of Light to select the winners from among the finalists.
For further information and instructions, please head over to the Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim special site.
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