Final Fantasy XIV Archives

AppWizard

November 15, 2025

One of the most ambitious MMORPGs is finally coming to Steam soon with a big price cut, but it’s still far from finished

Ashes of Creation, an MMORPG from Intrepid Studios, will debut on Steam on December 11 at a price of .99, with a 15% discount available for purchases made within the first two weeks. The game is currently in the Alpha Two phase, with plans to move to Beta One and Beta Two before full launch. The 'Alpha Two Third Wave Bundle' is available for , including access to both beta tests, a month of game time, and in-game currency. Existing playtesters will not receive a Steam key and must purchase the game on Steam or continue using the standalone client, which will be cross-compatible. Players who participated in testing before the Steam launch will receive two unique titles that alter their cloak's appearance.

AppWizard

November 8, 2025

NetEase racks up its third studio casualty in one week, kneecapping dev working on a Warhammer MMO: ‘Devastated doesn’t even begin to cover it’

Jackalyptic Games, which was developing a Warhammer MMO, has ended its partnership with NetEase Games after nearly three and a half years. This is the third studio to be affected by NetEase's actions this week, contributing to a total of six Western studios that have closed this year. CEO Jack Emmert announced the situation on LinkedIn, indicating uncertainty for the studio's future, as many team members are now seeking new jobs. The trend of studios being abandoned by NetEase includes others like Fantastic Pixel Castle, Bad Brain, and T-Minus Zero, raising concerns about the viability of MMO development amid a challenging industry landscape marked by layoffs and project cancellations.

AppWizard

November 2, 2025

Here’s the FF14 7.4 release date and everything shown during Live Letter 89, and the MMO is answering my wildest hopes

The FF14 7.4 update, announced by game director Naoki Yoshida and community producer Toshio Murouchi, will be released on December 16. It will include a new raid tier, updates to Occult Crescent, Cosmic Exploration, duty support, and the return of Hildibrand, along with a new Variant Dungeon. Patch 7.38 will launch on November 11, removing the weekly limit on savage rewards and allowing players to exchange certain coins for Evercharged Ester. The new main scenario quest will introduce a plot line transition, and the dungeon 'Mistwake' will be inspired by Final Fantasy IX. Occult Crescent will feature three new phantom jobs and upgraded phantom weapons. The Cosmic Exploration segment will introduce a new appraisal system, while the Variant Dungeon 'The Merchant's Tale' will allow for exploration with one to four players. An Advanced Variant Dungeon will enable players to tackle bosses in any order, and the Criterion Dungeon will present a challenging trial. Quality of life improvements will include new UI color schemes and a revamped glamour system, allowing unrestricted gear customization for glamour, excluding weapons.

BetaBeacon

October 14, 2025

New Dissidia Final Fantasy Game Teased, More Coming Oct 14

Square Enix has launched a website announcing a new Dissidia Final Fantasy game for Android and iOS, with more information to be revealed on October 14, 2025. The teaser images on the website depict modern Japan and suggest the game will be a "Team Boss Battle Arena." The images include characters like Rinoa, Sephiroth, and Prompto, as well as silhouettes of various Final Fantasy characters. The author is excited about the announcement and hopes for a successful mobile game.

AppWizard

October 10, 2025

Promising MMORPG from WoW and Blizzard veterans faces shutdown just as it was starting to win me over

Greg Street, head of Fantastic Pixel Castle, announced that their MMO, Ghost, is at risk due to the nearing end of their publishing agreement with NetEase Games. He highlighted the urgency of finding a new publisher to prevent the studio's closure. Despite significant interest in Ghost, Street acknowledged the challenges of competing in the MMORPG market against established titles. He reassured the team that they are exploring alternative funding options and thanked the community for their support. Street outlined two backup plans: a scaled-down version of Ghost requiring half the budget and a potential collaboration with his team on other projects.

AppWizard

September 22, 2025

FF14 is getting a baby Seikret minion as part of its Monster Hunter Wilds collab, and I will fistfight Arkveld alone for it

A collaboration between Final Fantasy XIV and Monster Hunter Wilds will take place in October, introducing rewards such as the baby Seikret minion and a Vigorwasp minion. Players will face Arkveld's trial, The Windward Wilds, requiring an item level of 725 for normal and 740 for Extreme encounters. Players should gather tomestone pieces and crafted gear to meet these requirements. Additional rewards include gear styled after the Hope set, Arkveld weapons, a Seikret mount, and several housing items. Square Enix is expected to reveal more surprises, including a gallery of weapons and orchestrion rolls for player estates.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Final Fantasy 14’s Monster Hunter collab has two very easy steps: buy the game, spend 500 hours beating the game

Players must create a character by purchasing Final Fantasy XIV and then navigate through the base game, four expansions, and approximately 500 hours of story content to reach the Arkveld. Engaging in side quests and leveling up other classes may increase this time commitment. The collaboration will incorporate mechanics from both Final Fantasy XIV and Monster Hunter, requiring players to use potions for healing instead of Cure spells and allowing them to sever tails during combat. There is also hope for Arkveld-themed armor to be introduced for players.

AppWizard

August 14, 2025

The MMOs we grew up with are gone, and it’s all our fault because we loved them to death

Players in modern MMOs experience a shift from organic interactions and quirky characters to a focus on efficiency and optimization, leading to a sense of loss for the past. The rise of streaming platforms and online guides has democratized knowledge, changing the relationship between players and hardcore raiders, who were once seen as enigmatic figures. The thrill of discovery has diminished, replaced by a culture of pre-written builds and optimal strategies. Communication has shifted from in-game chats to platforms like Discord, reducing the communal aspect of discovery. While there is nostalgia for earlier MMOs, the current landscape prioritizes convenience and accessibility, reflecting the diverse needs of players. The evolution of MMOs continues, adapting to new challenges and opportunities while maintaining a spirit of exploration and community.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

From Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Minecraft to Roguelite Raids: Everbloom Games Unveils Nullpoint Protocol

Everbloom Games is transitioning from creating content for Minecraft to indie game development with their first title, Nullpoint Protocol, a co-op roguelite set for release in 2026. The game focuses on MMO-style boss encounters without the grind of traditional RPGs and will feature a playable demo at PAX West 2025, Booth #648. Everbloom's origins trace back to a 2016 PlanetMinecraft competition, leading to successful collaborations with major franchises. Co-founder Tom van Berkel emphasizes the need for creative freedom as a driving force behind their shift to indie development, reflecting on the potential for growth in the industry through user-generated content platforms.

Winsage

August 2, 2025

Nvidia extends Game Ready driver support for Windows 10 users through 2026

Nvidia will continue to provide Game Ready drivers for Windows 10 users for one year after its end-of-life date of October 14, 2025. Users with Maxwell, Volta, and Pascal graphics cards will receive security updates for three years, with the final drivers for these GPUs being released in October 2025 and quarterly security updates continuing until October 2028. Gamers with RTX cards will receive day-one optimizations for games launching in 2026, even if they remain on Windows 10. Nvidia's recent 580.88 driver includes Game Ready optimizations for the upcoming game Mafia: The Old Country and features DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.