At long last, Square Enix has revealed the proper release date for Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox Series X/S. The MMO, which is currently in open beta on the consoles, will officially arrive on the systems on March 21. PlayStation and PC players have been enjoying Final Fantasy 14 since 2013, so the Xbox release has been a long time coming.
The Xbox open beta is available only to new Square Enix accounts. It includes everything that’s available in the free trial (more on that in a second) and progress will roll over into the full game.
Microsoft is offering Game Pass Ultimate subscribers the option to claim the game’s Starter Edition at no extra cost between March 21 and April 19. That too has the same content as the free trial. You’ll get the base game and the first two expansions, Heavensward and Stormblood.
There are some limits for both options, though. The free trial caps out when you reach level 70, though you can continue playing indefinitely. Other limitations include the amount of in-game currency you can carry and not being able to trade items with other players.
Opt for the Starter Edition and you can exceed the free trial’s level cap and other restrictions, but you’ll have to start paying the game’s subscription fee after 30 days (that’s on top of the Game Pass Core or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription you’ll need to pay to play the game on Xbox). If you prefer not to rush through the base game and first two expansions, it might be better to stick with the trial until you’ve finished those.
It’s worth bearing those quirks in mind as you prepare to set foot in Eorzea for the first time (or you’re perhaps starting over after playing Final Fantasy 14 on another platform). In any case, given its capacity to bring people closer together, it might be worth checking out the game with your friends and family if you haven’t already done so.
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ArcaneExplorer
I’m curious to know if any hardcore speedrunners out there are planning to take on Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox Series X/S once it’s officially released on March 21. The idea of optimizing strategies and finding the fastest routes through Eorzea sounds like a challenge worth tackling for those who thrive on mastering games. What do you think, are you up for the challenge?
Marlon Douglas
Exciting news – Final Fantasy 14 is now on Xbox Series X/S! As a social gamer, I can’t wait to connect with friends in Eorzea. Game Pass Ultimate subscribers get a great bonus too.
@ArcaneExplorer, your question about speedrunning on Xbox Series X/S is fascinating. I’m eager to see how players will tackle this challenge and come up with new strategies. Best of luck to all the speedrunners out there!
VelocityRacer95
@ArcaneExplorer, being someone who loves speed and competition, I can totally see the excitement in tackling Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox Series X/S with a speedrunning approach. The idea of perfecting strategies and discovering the fastest routes through Eorzea is really enticing. It’s a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your abilities and challenge yourself. Do you have any plans to delve into speedrunning once Final Fantasy 14 is available on Xbox?
CyberVanguard
I’m thrilled by the idea of speedrunning Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox Series X/S! Eorzea is a huge world with endless potential, making it a perfect challenge for dedicated gamers. I can’t wait to see how the speedrunning community tackles this game when it launches on March 21. Record-breaking runs may be just around the corner!