FINAL FANTASY XIV Online News

Free FF14 Dawntrail character creator has the new race right now

The Final Fantasy 14 Dawntrail character creator and benchmark tool is finally here, not only letting you test your rig's capability with the expansion, but also giving us all some incredibly hype cutscenes and a character creator for the MMO's new playable race. I promise you'll be going through that benchmark over and over, screenshotting your new Warrior of Light doing anything remotely cool, because I know I am.

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An FF14 Dawntrail blacklist will let you make problem players vanish

FF14 Dawntrail is almost here, and I've been packing my shorts and sunglasses ready for our "definitely just a holiday and nothing more dangerous" trip to Tural in the new Final Fantasy 14 expansion. But as the critically acclaimed MMORPG takes us to shores anew, it's important that our travels aren't spoiled by any nasty holidaygoers or malicious locals. Thankfully, game director and producer Naoki Yoshida has just detailed the introduction of new FF14 blacklist features coming with the 7.0 update that will give you a way to avoid any potential problem players.

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FF14 benchmark tool lets you ensure your PC is prepared for Dawntrail

The Final Fantasy 14 benchmark for Dawntrail has been announced, alongside news that we'll finally be able to create our own female Hrothgar ahead of the race coming to the MMO. Game director Naoki Yoshida also took some time to show off the graphical improvements coming with the 7.0 update, alongside what we can expect from upscaling technology options.

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Announcing the 10th Anniversary 14-Hour Broadcast Schedule!

We're pleased to announce the schedule for our 9th 14-hour broadcast!

Join us for the main broadcast where Naoki Yoshida joins our Warriors of Light in-game for A Stroll with Yoshi-P, THE PRIMALS have a special talk segment to commemorate their 10th anniversary, a round-table discussion with the Development team, and more! We'll also have a secondary broadcast where we'll be having a lighthearted playthrough of the upcoming FINAL FANTASY XIV TTRPG ahead of its May release!

We hope you'll join us and fellow Warriors of Light for a fun-filled stream to celebrate all things FFXIV!

[h3]Date & Time[/h3]
Friday, April 12, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. (PDT)
Saturday, 13 April 2024 at 3:00 (GMT) / 4:00 (BST) / 13:00 (AEST)
* Starting time is subject to change.

[h3]Where to Watch[/h3]
Main Broadcast

YouTube Live - 1st Half: From beginning to 3:00 a.m. (PDT) / 10:00 (GMT) / 11:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEST)
YouTube Live - 2nd Half: 3:00 a.m. (PDT) / 10:00 (GMT) / 11:00 (BST) / 20:00 (AEST) to end of broadcast
Niconico Live
Twitch

Secondary Broadcast

YouTube Live

* Please note that the audio for both the main and secondary broadcast will be available in Japanese only.

Visit the Lodestone for additional information on the broadcast schedule and guest details.

FF14's Naoki Yoshida would love another Final Fantasy Tactics

1997's Final Fantasy Tactics has been one of the most beloved entries in the Square series for decades. People have been clamoring for a new entry for years, and it looks like Final Fantasy 14 director Naoki Yoshida has heard these pleas, and he agrees.

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