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Final Fantasy XIV News
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"Campaign Code" Not Beta Key After All
Those looking to gain access to the Final Fantasy XIV beta with their purchase of FFXIII are unfortunately in for a bit of disappointment. Previously, we reported on the translation of a few scans from Japanese gaming magazine Shounen Jump that indicated there would be a FFXIV tie-in for customers who purchase the game, with what appeared to be access to the game's beta test.
Reported on Nov 18, 2009 -
Site Update: Pugilist & Gladiator
The official Final Fantasy XIV website has been updated with information and images of the Pugilist and Gladiator classes. The Gladiator is described as essentially your typical warrior, master of many bladed weapons and shields, with the flexibility to fit an offensive or defensive role. Gladiators will also apparently be masters of throwing knives, which is well, quite cool! The Pugilist class is basically your monk, but is also able to throw the chakram with deadly proficiency.
Reported on Nov 12, 2009 -
Buy FFXIII, Get into FFXIV Beta?
According to a report over at FFXIV fansite FFXIVCore, fans who purchase FFXIII will receive access to the FFXIV beta test. This information has appeared in a set of scans from Japanese magazine Shonen Jump.
Reported on Nov 06, 2009 -
Music to be Performed at Distant Worlds
Final Fantasy XIV music will be performed by the Chicagoland Pops Orchestra and the Elmhurst College Concert Choir and conducted by Arnie Roth at the "Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY" concert taking place at the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago, Illinois on December 12th, 2009 at 8PM.
Reported on Nov 04, 2009 -
Lancer Job Revealed in New Famitsu Scans
A pair of leaked Famitsu scans have surfaced and translated over at Final Fantasy XIV fansite, FFXIVCore. The new scans reveal the Lancer job, and a number of new creatures including Raptors.
Reported on Oct 07, 2009 -
Beta Will be PC Only
Final Fantasy XIV Director Hiromichi Tanaka spoke to Game Watch recently and revealed that the beta for FFXIV will be PC only. The beta will begin with about 10,000 testers and slowly ramp up as it eventually opens to the public. According to Tanaka, the beta could be in full swing by Summer 2010.
Reported on Oct 07, 2009 -
TGS '09: New English Trailer!
Appearing at this year's Tokyo Games Show is a new trailer for Final Fantasy XIV. The trailer is a mix of CG and gameplay footage, much like the original trailer that debuted at this year's E3. In the trailer we're shown some of the beautiful vistas to be seen in Eorzea, as well as footage of the new races revealed this summer.
Reported on Sep 24, 2009 -
A Talk With Robert Peeler
MMORPG.com's Derek Gordon recently spoke with Robert Peeler, the Community Planner and Service Manager for Square Enix's Final Fantasy XIV about the game.
Reported on Sep 15, 2009 -
Cross-Platform Play, Int'l Servers
The folks over at One Last Continue sat down with FFXIV producer Hiromichi Tanaka and global online producer Sage Sundi at this year's GamesCom for an interview on Square Enix's sophomore MMOG effort, Final Fantasy XIV. The interview has produced some interesting information, namely, that Final Fantasy XIV would feature cross-platform play between the PC and PS3, but it doesn't end there either! In addition to cross-platform play, international servers will also be a focus.
Reported on Sep 01, 2009 -
360 Version Likely, Delayed Due to Live
According to a comment given to VG247 at GamesCom by FFXIV Producer Hiromichi Tanaka, Square Enix is in discussions with Microsoft regarding bringing Final Fantasy XIV to the XBOX 360. While that is certainly great news, it's not all peachy. Discussions are currently being held up due to logistical issues involving XBOX Live. According to Tanaka, even if the 360 version becomes a reality, it will not be part of the simultaneous PC and PS3 release of the game due sometime next year.
Reported on Aug 25, 2009 -
GC '09: Interview with Hiromichi Tanaka
Final Fantasy XIV Producer Hiromichi Tanaka answers community questions at GamesCom in this exclusive interview over at FFXIVCore.
Reported on Aug 21, 2009 -
GC 2009: New Info, Gameplay Videos!
The folks over at FFXIVCore have been amassing a ton of footage, information, and pictures of Final Fantasy XIV coming straight out of GamesCom '09. There are several gameplay videos, a short emote video, information on the Gladiator's abilities, the compass, and more!
Reported on Aug 19, 2009 -
Massive Official Site Update
The official website for Final Fantasy XIV has received a major update. The site has been updated with a slew of new information on the jobs, races, storyline, and even some of the more specific features to be available in the game.
Reported on Aug 07, 2009 -
New High Quality Famitsu Scans
Several new high-quality scans of Final Fantasy XIV from the latest issue of Famitsu have emerged on the Final Fantasy XIV Core fansite. The new scans give us a glimpse at some of the beautiful vistas we expect to find within the lands of Haiderin, as well as some full images of the newly announced races.
Reported on Aug 06, 2009 -
New Game Aspects Revealed
FFXIV Core has updated its ever growing and rather extensive list of features revealed for the upcoming Square Enix MMO, garnered primarily through the translation of a Japanese gaming magazine. The most recent update to the site includes information on the armory system, areas, battles, the guild system, and other key features.
Reported on Aug 05, 2009 -
Famitsu Interview: No Experience, Levels
In this latest video interview from Japanese magazine Famitsu, we learn quite a bit about Square Enix's upcoming sophomore entry to the MMOG scene, Final Fantasy XIV.
Reported on Aug 03, 2009 -
Making an Appearance at GamesCom
Formerly known as Leipzig, GamesCom in Cologne, Germany will be host to several big events in the MMOG genre, the first public demo of Star Wars: The Old Republic, the reveal of the first Age of Conan expansion, to name a few. Adding to the what is already sure to be an interesting event, will be the presence of Square Enix's sophomore MMOG outing: Final Fantasy XIV.
Reported on Jul 28, 2009 -
Rumor: Could Beta Begin This Fall?
According to a discovery by the newly launched Eorzeapedia, Square Enix may be hiring Game Masters this September, potentially in anticipation of a beta test beginning this Fall.
Reported on Jun 22, 2009 -
Added to Game List, Forums Live!
As promised, we've added Final Fantasy XIV to our games list and our forums. Screenshots have also been added to the games gallery.
Reported on Jun 09, 2009
