In the final entry of the Final Fantasy XIV developer diary series, the visual design team details their approach in the creation and implementation of new landscapes and environments, as well as the introduction of flying mounts for the acclaimed expansion pack. Key members of the visual design team include lead designer Takeo Suzuki, lead background artist Junichi Murata, character artist Yu... more.

Patch 3.2, titled “The Gears of Change,” is the latest update for Final Fantasy XIV, which adds loads of new content in the form of new story quests, dungeons, primal battles, and much more. The update also introduces options for new players to quickly acquaint themselves with online game play. At the Hall of the Novice, players can embark on specialized tutorial quests that ultimately help... more.

SQUARE ENIX today announced the release of FINAL FANTASY  XIV: Heavensward’s latest update, Patch 3.15. This update features an exciting new side quest series, titled the Saint Endalim’s Scholasticate, which sets the Warrior of Light on a path to investigate the troubles of the Holy See’s future clergymen and women after the truth of Ishgard’s history is revealed. Players can also now obt... more.

PC gamers have more to look forward to this holiday season with the launch of two long-awaited Final Fantasy titles, Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII and Final Fantasy VI. Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, the epic conclusion to the Final Fantasy XIII Trilogy, is now available on Steam for $15.99. PC players can now experience the final chapter following the iconic heroine, Lightni... more.

The official trailer for Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward Patch 3.1: As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness, was released today in anticipation of its launch on November 10th. Patch 3.1 includes new additions to the highly acclaimed main scenario that continues directly following the conclusion of the story found in Heavensward. Additionally, adventurers will battle on a haunted vessel in the brand new ... more.

In just under two years, Square Enix  today announced that the community of Final Fantasy XIV now exceeds 5 million registered accounts globally across North America, Japan, Europe, and China—not including those from free trial. Spurred on by a vibrant community of players, as well as a consistent schedule of content updates, Final Fantasy XIV continues to deliver on the promise of bringin... more.

Square Enix today launched Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward in North America, the highly anticipated first expansion pack for the popular MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV, which has already captured the hearts of more than four million adventurers worldwide. Players can adventure together with seamless cross-platform play on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems, Windows PC, and for... more.

Square Enix today announced that its classic role-playing game (RPG) Final Fantasy IV: The After Years is now available on Steam for $15.99. A direct sequel to Final Fantasy IV, Final Fantasy IV: The After Years is set two decades later than its predecessor and focuses on the arrival of the “second moon.” The bundle version, which includes both Final Fantasy IV: The After Years and Final Fanta... more.

This past weekend, Final Fantasy XIV producer/director, Naoki Yoshida, appeared at the Nico Nico Chokaigi 2015 event in Tokyo. During the show, Yoshida appeared in various on-stage segments, including an “on-the-road” version of the ‘Letter from the Producer LIVE’ where he discussed the upcoming expansion, Heavensward. As part of the producer letter, Yoshida revealed a brand-new tra... more.

Square Enix today announced that its class role-playing game (RPG) Final Fantasy IV: The After Years is headed to Steam on May 12th. A direct sequel to Final Fantasy IV, Final Fantasy IV: The After Years is set two decades later than its predecessor and focuses on the arrival of the “second moon.” The game is now available for pre-order via Steam for a 10% discount off of the MSRP ($15.99). ... more.