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Final Fantasy XIV Online

Original title: Final Fantasy XIV Online - September 30, 2010
Final Fantasy XIV Online
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Director:Josh Dean
Studio:Square Enix
Stars:Alastair Duncan, Brian George, Crispin Freeman - Full View
Soundtrack:Final Fantasy XIV / Battle Tracks (2010), Final Fantasy XIV / Field Tracks (2010), Final Fantasy XIV — Eorzean Frontiers (2012)
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Game Details
DeveloperIGDB
Square Enix Product Development Division 3
PublisherIGDB
Square Enix
Studio
Square Enix
GenresIGDB
Role-playing (RPG)
Platforms
PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Mac, Nintendo Switch 2
Release DateIGDB
September 30, 2010
Metacritic ScoreMetacritic
49
Game Engine
Crystal Tools

Starting development in 2005 under the codename "Rapture", FINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE was announced in 2009 for Windows and the PlayStation 3. It ran on Square Enix's Crystal Tools middleware engine, which was adjusted to suit the game's specifications. During development, the team carried over multiple aesthetic elements from FFXI while creating something that stood on its own. Due to several factors, the development was beset by problems that would later have drastic effects on the game. Attempts to bring the game to Xbox 360 consoles fell through due to disagreements with Microsoft about the use of Xbox Live. After its alpha test and a delayed beta test, the game went live on September 30, 2010, remaining active until its servers were closed on November 11, 2012. At launch, the game received a mixed to negative reaction: while the graphics and music met with general praise, other aspects were unanimously panned, including the gameplay, interface, and the general impression of the game being unfinished at launch. Critic and fan backlash caused Square Enix to pull subscription fees, indefinitely postpone the PlayStation 3 version, and eventually develop an entirely new version of the game called FINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE: A REALM REBORN. The poor reception has had a serious impact on the FINAL FANTASY series, with both staff and company officials saying that the brand had been damaged.

About the Game
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The FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Free Trial includes four award-winning titles - FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn the base game, FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward, FINAL FANTASY XIV: Stormblood and FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers. This edition also includes a 30-day free play period*

Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience all the hallmarks of the best-selling franchise - an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of diverse and captivating environments to explore.

Party up with friends or play solo! Experience all the main story dungeons on your own by calling upon NPC allies to fight by your side.

Your journey takes you ever higher in FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward:

  • Take your first steps in the reclusive nation of Ishgard, locked in a seemingly never-ending struggle with dragons.
  • Three additional jobs: channel celestial magicks to heal your allies as the mystical Astrologian. Attack from afar using firearms and mechanical weaponry as the daring Machinist. Wield a mighty greatsword and the power of darkness as the valiant Dark Knight.

Rekindle the fires of hope in FINAL FANTASY XIV: Stormblood:

  • Journey to the East and rise up against the might of the Garlean Empire.
  • Two additional jobs: master the balance of martial and arcane arts as the rapier-wielding Red Mage. Draw your katana and let steel sing as the noble Samurai.

Become the darkness in FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers:

  • Travel to a world where light ushers all unto oblivion. But hope is not yet lost, for where there is light there is shadow.
  • Two additional jobs: wield the aether charged gunblade wielding Gunbreaker. Weave deadly steps into dazzling displays as the rhythm guided Dancer.

IMPORTANT:

  • *The 30-day free play period included with purchase can only be applied once to each platform on a single service account.
  • Square Enix Accounts registered to the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Starter Edition will not be eligible for the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Free Trial. Certain features currently contained in the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Starter Edition, and additional content, may become available in the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Free Trial in the future.
  • All editions of the game require user registration. All editions of the game other than the Free Trial require an active paid subscription to play.

FINAL FANTASY XIV Online game packages available on Steam may only be registered and added on a Square Enix account that has the base game “FINAL FANTASY XIV Online - Starter Edition" (or formerly known as "FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn”) purchased on Steam.

  • To view your 20 digit registration codes after purchase, simply right-click on “FINAL FANTASY XIV Online” in your Steam “Library” and select “View CD key” on the Steam client. The codes will always be accessible from this location should you ever need to reference them again.
  • The registration codes can be redeemed immediately on the Mog Station. If this is your first time installing and registering "FINAL FANTASY XIV Online", you may redeem your registration codes during the initial installation process.
  • Age restrictions and other terms and conditions apply. Please refer to the User Agreement and Square Enix Account Terms of Use for the terms and conditions of registration and service. Please visit the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online website for additional information.

Source: Steam

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Data aggregated from 4 sources: IGDB, RAWG, Steam, Metacritic
Last updated: 11.09.2026
Business
Budget
Not disclosed
RevenueEstimated
Subscription MMO that failed at launch
buy-to-play plus monthly fees, but after the disastrous reception Square Enix suspended all subscription fees indefinitely; no budget/revenue figures were disclosed and the failure forced a costly full rebuild
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No official budget or revenue figure was disclosed for the 2010 (1.0) version. Its commercial failure damaged the Final Fantasy brand and led to the free relaunch, A Realm Reborn (2013).

Time to Beat
Main Story25h
Main + Extras40h
Completionist300h

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Language Support
Language
AudioSubUI
German
English
Japanese
French
English (UK)
Content Rating
Language
Sexual Themes
Use of Alcohol
Violence
Mild Blood
Drugs
In-Game Purchases
Sexuality
Alcohol
Tobacco
Drug
Sexual Content
Drinking/Smoking
Gambling
Crime
Alcohol Reference
Animated Blood
Suggestive Themes
ESRB T
PEGI 16
ACB PG
CLASS_IND 14
USK 12
GRAC 15+
CERO D
CERO: D
CRL: 18
ClassInd: 16
ESRB: T
IGRS: 18
OFLC (NZ): PG
OFLC: PG
PEGI: 16
USK (DE): 16
USK: 12
Game Features
Single-player
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Adjustable Text Size
Custom Volume Controls
Keyboard Only Option
DualShock Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Partial Controller Support
Remote Play on Tablet
Family Sharing
System Requirements
Minimum
Requires a 64:bit processor and operating system
OS:Windows® 11 64 bit
CPU:Intel® Core™i5-8400 or higher
RAM:8 GB RAM
GPU:NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or higher, AMD Radeon RX 480 or higher
DirectX:Version 11
Network:Broadband Internet connection
Storage:140 GB available space
Sound Card:DirectSound® supported sound card
Additional Notes:System Requirements may be subject to change. If you are using a router, please set up your ports so that the below packets can pass through. [Ports that may be used] TCP:80, 443, 54992~54994, 55006~55007, 55021~55040

Source: Steam

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Data aggregated from 4 sources: IGDB, RAWG, Steam, Metacritic
Last updated: 11.09.2026