FFXIV Mobile is the eagerly anticipated mobile adaptation of the renowned MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV. Dive into the latest updates and developments surrounding this exciting release!
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Final Fantasy 14 Mobile News
2024
December 10
⚫︎ The first gameplay footage of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile has been unveiled through the game's official account on the Chinese video platform Bilibili. This exciting reveal features brief combat sequences showcasing nine initial playable jobs: Warrior, Paladin, Bard, Black Mage, Summoner, Monk, Dragoon, Scholar, and White Mage. The footage, although featuring characters at low levels, demonstrates a user interface optimized for touchscreen devices, ensuring a smooth and engaging mobile gaming experience.
Read more: Final Fantasy 14 Mobile’s first gameplay footage looks pretty dang clean (Polygon)
November 24
⚫︎ Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy XIV Mobile, developed in collaboration with Tencent-owned Lightspeed Studios, will launch with the A Realm Reborn storyline. This decision caters to both dedicated fans and newcomers, allowing everyone to start their journey from the game's modern entry point. The announcement, which ended months of speculation, was accompanied by a Q&A video featuring producer Naoki “Yoshi-P” Yoshida. He detailed the game's narrative structure and rollout plans, noting that while the initial release will be in China, a global rollout is on the horizon. Yoshida also mentioned that the extensive content will be released gradually, with the update schedule potentially adjusted based on player feedback.
Read more: Final Fantasy 14 Mobile is starting at the beginning, but not necessarily the beginning you might be hoping for (VG247)
November 22
⚫︎ Square Enix has officially unveiled Final Fantasy XIV Mobile (FFXIV Mobile), marking a significant milestone in bringing the beloved MMORPG to mobile platforms. In a heartfelt message titled "To All Warriors of Light," the development team expressed their enthusiasm for finally sharing this long-awaited project with the community.
Read more: TO ALL WARRIORS OF LIGHT (ffxivmobile.com)
November 20
⚫︎ The announcement of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile came directly from producer and director Naoki Yoshida in a video released on November 20. Shared across the game’s new social media channels, including YouTube and X, this reveal marks a thrilling new chapter for the franchise, expanding its reach to mobile platforms.
Read more: FF14 Mobile Seeks to Bring the MMORPG to Even More Platforms (Game8)