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Developers | |
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Square Enix | |
macOS (OS X) | TransGaming Inc. |
Engines | |
1.0 | Crystal Tools |
A Realm Reborn | Luminous Studio |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 27, 2013 |
macOS (OS X) (Cider) | June 23, 2015 |
macOS (OS X) | November 29, 2019 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | Expansion pack, Subscription |
Microtransactions | Cosmetic, Unlock, Boost, Free-to-grind, Infinite spend |
Series | Final Fantasy |
Warnings
- This game requires a constant internet connection for all game modes.
Key points
- Originally released as FINAL FANTASY XIV on September 22, 2010.
- Cross-platform play with PlayStation 4 players.[1]
- Free content updates are released every 3–4 months, though most content may require the latest expansion to play.
General information
- FINAL FANTASY XIV: The Lodestone
- Patch Notes archive
- Technical Support forum
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Install the client and use Mog Station for CD key and account management.[2] The retail OS X version only comes bundled with Heavensward. |
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Developer website | ||||
Amazon.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Steam | As of Aug 2019, requires the Steam client to run. Expansions will have to be purchased on Steam to activate properly on a Steam-enabled FFXIV account. |
- All versions require a constant internet connection for all game modes.
- The NA version requires a North American Square Enix Account.
- The PAL version requires a European & other Regions Square Enix Account.
Free Trial
The Final Fantasy XIV Free Trial is available to new players as a free, yet limited version of FFXIV.
- Free trial members are limited to 1 character per world (server), up to a maximum of 8 characters total.
- Characters can only carry up to 300,000 gil each, and are restricted from using the Market Board, retainers, and some social features.
- Coinciding with the release of Patch 5.3, characters created in the free trial are now capped at Lv. 60 (previously Lv. 35), and can play up to the end of the Heavensward expansion, including the race and jobs added as part of that expansion.
Benchmark
A standalone benchmark is available for Windows.
Monetization
Type | Notes |
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Subscription | A subscription is required to play beyond the Free Trial limitations. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward | Grants access to the Heavensward expansion. Now included with the Starter Edition. |
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Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood | Grants access to the Stormblood expansion. | |
Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers | Grants access to the Shadowbringers and Stormblood expansions. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
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Boost | Players can purchase books that instantly levels a class up to level 70. In order to access the latest content, players must complete all story content that has previously been released. Players can purchase a book that instantly completes these quests up to the starting point for the latest expansion. |
Cosmetic | Players can purchase a number of items that are exclusive to microtransactions. This includes outfits, mounts, minions, emotes, chocobo bardings, orchestrion rolls, and premium variations of Eternal Bond ceremonies. In addition they can also purchase dyes and historical seasonal items. Dyes can be obtained infinitely or purchased from other players with in-game currency. Seasonal Items are obtained for free during the event associated with them and then can be purchased with microtransactions later on, usually after a year has passed. |
Infinite spend | The MogStation is frequently updated with new content. The majority of microtransactions can be purchased repeatedly without any practical limit. |
Unlock | Unlocks include redoing Character Creation (Fantasia), Server Transfer, Character Name Change, and access for up to 8 additional retainers. Players can receive a single Fantasia through in-game storyline progression. |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use replacement 00004.bk2[3] |
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Apply the Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn intro skip. |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\FINAL FANTASY XIV - A Realm Reborn\ |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39210/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Client and character settings can now be backed up to the servers as of Patch 4.45.[4]
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | AMD Eyefinity doesn't work with DX11. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Cutscenes feature black bars when playing in 21:9 resolutions. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Use FFXIV Zoom Hack. | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Bilinear and Trilinear filtering modes are also available. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | Implemented as part of the "Frame Rate Limit" option. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. | ||
Color blind mode | Protanopia, deuteranopia, tritanopia. Filter strength can be adjusted using the "Range" slider. |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | System Configuration 🡆 Mouse Settings 🡆 Mouse Camera Sensitivity | |
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available. | |
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | Must input Username and Password with Keyboard. Chat and other features may also require keyboard input. | |
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | Character Configuration 🡆 Control Settings 🡆 Camera Speed (Analog Stick) | |
Controller Y-axis inversion | Both X and Y axes can be inverted independently. Options for both 3rd and 1st Person camera modes are available. |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Tracked motion controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | Button prompts can be changed manually between ABXY, DualShock, and DualShock + Touchpad modes. | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music, Sound Effects, Dialogue, System Sounds, Ambient Sounds, and Performance. Volumes for the player, party members, and all other player characters can also be adjusted independently. |
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Surround sound | Up to 5.1 supported. | |
Subtitles | Featured in all cutscenes and dialogue events. Cannot be disabled. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Traditional Chinese | Only available as part of the Chinese version, which operates separately from the normal game. | |||
Simplified Chinese | Only available as part of the Chinese version, which operates separately from the normal game. | |||
Korean | Only available as part of the Korean version, which operates separately from the normal game. |
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn v1.0 W.I.P. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play | Requires an internet connection at all times while playing. Supports crossplay with PS4 version |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | Multiple data centers to choose from depending on player region. | |
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 80, 443, 54992-54994, 55006-55007, 55021-55040 |
UDP | 55296-55551 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
Issues unresolved
Error 90000
- This is a generic error code for disconnection from the game server. This issue may have something to do with your local network configuration, or ISP packet shaping/throttling.[5]
Issues fixed
Stuck at loading screen before character selection
Stuck at loading screen before character selection[6] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9, 11 | DirectX 11 support was added alongside the Heavensward expansion (Patch 3.0)[8], while DX9 support was dropped alongside the Shadowbringers expansion (Patch 5.0).[9] The DirectX 9 client is still included, but may not function properly. |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | 32-bit/DirectX 9 is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0). | ||
macOS (OS X) | A 64-bit update to the game client was released in late November 2019. [7] 32-bit is no longer supported following the release of Shadowbringers (Patch 5.0). |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 8.1 (64-bit), 10 (64-bit) | 8.1 (64-bit), 10 (64-bit) |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 2.4 GHz or higher | Intel Core i7 3.0 GHz or higher |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 60 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or higher AMD Radeon R7 260X or higher DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 or higher AMD Radeon RX 480 or higher |
Other | 1280 x 720 screen resolution | 1920 x 1080 screen resolution |
- System requirements may change with the release of new expansions.
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.14 (Mojave) | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 3.5 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 60 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | AMD Radeon R9 M295X |
- A resolution of 1600x900 or higher is recommended.
- These system requirements pertain to the 64-bit macOS client, released alongside FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers.
- Certain Japanese language conversion functions differ from the Windows version.
- Graphical corruption issues may occur under certain circumstances if using Intel Iris Pro graphics.
Notes
- ↑ Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (39210) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Coming to PS4, E3 Trailer – PlayStation.Blog
- ↑ I found a copy, need help :: FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn General Discussions
- ↑ Celadin comments on so is there anyway to get rid of the Heavensward intro movie?
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/68386-Error-90000-still-very-much-unresolved
- ↑ Stuck with a loading screen. - Reddit
- ↑ https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/news/detail/27cf2c1449725c0e4536e14a70079d09593ffba0 [Follow-up]macOS Catalina Support (Nov. 29) | FINAL FANTASY XIV, The Lodestone]
- ↑ Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XIX Q&A Summary (01/19/2015)
- ↑ [2]