What changed in FINAL FANTASY XIV Online in 2020
80 updates · 18 main milestones · Jan 16, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
- 3 eventsNew Quest: Steering Clear of Troublegameplay
Players can start the quest by speaking to Ushi Bugyo in Limsa Lominsa, Upper Decks.
SteamHeavensturn Event Launchseasonal eventThe Heavensturn event has started, featuring a quest to assist Ushi Bugyo in celebrating the new year.
SteamHeavensturn Event Durationseasonal eventThe event runs from December 31, 2020, to January 18, 2021.
Steam - 4 eventsFuture Updates Announcedother
Ishgardian Restoration updates, Blue mage, and Resistance weapons updates are scheduled for future patches.
SteamContinuation of Sorrow of Werlyt Quest Seriesnew contentThe next installment of the quest series is now available.
SteamConclusion of Ryne and Gaia's Journey in Eden's Promisenew contentMilestoneThe storyline involving Ryne and Gaia reaches its conclusion.
SteamNew Explorer Mode Introducednew contentA new mode allowing players to explore dungeons without the pressure of combat.
Steam - 2 eventsMake it Rain Campaign Returnsseasonal event
The Make It Rain Campaign is back with a 50% increase to MGP rewards and discounted items at the Gold Saucer.
SteamHaunted Manor Masquerade Invitationseasonal eventThe Continental Circus will send a representative to the Gold Saucer for a special event in place of All Saints’ Wake.
Steam - 4 eventsUpgrades to Skysteel crafter and gatherer toolsnew content
Improvements have been made to the Skysteel tools for crafters and gatherers.
SteamContinuation of the Save the Queen storynew contentMilestoneNew story content related to the Save the Queen questline.
SteamNew instanced encounter on the Bozjan southern frontnew contentMilestoneA new battle encounter has been added to the Bozjan southern front.
Steam - 3 eventsAdjustments to Eden's Verse (Savage)balance change
Made various adjustments to the Eden's Verse (Savage) encounters.
SteamNew chapter of the Ishgardian Restorationnew contentIntroduced the latest chapter of the Ishgardian Restoration.
SteamFuture content announcement: Save the Queennew contentAnnounced upcoming features including Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr, Resistance weapons, and Skysteel tools updates scheduled for Patch 5.35.
Steam - 6 eventsYo-kai Watches Available for Purchaseshop
During the event, Yo-kai Watches will be available for purchase from recompense officers in major cities.
SteamNew Weapons for Samurai, Red Mage, Gunbreaker, and Dancernew contentThe event features new weapons for samurai, red mage, gunbreaker, and dancer.
SteamQuest: Art of GlassgameplayBegin the quest by speaking to J’bhen Tia in Ul’dah - Steps of Nald (X:10.3 Y:8.3). Players must be level 15 and above to start the quest.
SteamYo-kai Medallium Moved to Collection Menuquality of lifeThe Yo-kai Medallium will be moved to the Collection menu, even if previously discarded.
SteamYo-kai Watch Returns to Eorzeaseasonal eventJoin in the fun and get your paws on weapons, mounts, and minions including Jibanyan and Whisper.
SteamThe Rising Festival 2020seasonal eventCelebrate FINAL FANTASY XIV’s seventh anniversary with a new minion and furnishing item.
Steam - 6 eventsConclusion of Shadowbringers Storynew contentMilestone
Patch 5.3 brings a conclusion to the Shadowbringers story.
SteamYoRHa: Dark Apocalypse - Part 2new contentMilestoneThe second installment of YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse is included in this patch.
SteamFuture Updates AnnouncedotherIshgardian Restoration updates and Save the Queen updates are scheduled for future patches.
Steam - 4 eventsPatch 5.3 Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone
Patch 5.3 is scheduled for release on August 11.
SteamSorrow of Werlyt Eventsseasonal eventExtraordinary events related to the Sorrow of Werlyt are previewed.
SteamConclusion of Shadowbringers StorylinegameplayMilestoneThe latest main scenario chapter concludes the dramatic tale of Shadowbringers.
SteamNew Dungeon: Heroes' Gauntletnew contentMilestoneA preview of the new dungeon, the Heroes' Gauntlet, included in Patch 5.3.
Steam - 3 eventsDragon Quest X Collaboration Event: Breaking Brick Mountainsseasonal event
The collaboration event with Dragon Quest X is now live, featuring battles with gargantuan golems and rich rewards.
SteamHow to Participate in the EventgameplayPlayers can participate by speaking with Havak Alvak of the Mythril Eye in Ul'dah - Steps of Nald.
SteamEvent Duration Announcementseasonal eventThe event runs from July 2 at 1:00 a.m. PDT to July 27 at 7:59 a.m. PDT.
Steam - 3 eventsReturn of A Maiden’s Rhapsody Collaboration Eventseasonal event
The FFXI x FFXIV collaboration event has returned, featuring exclusive gear and quests.
SteamQuest Location for A Maiden’s Rhapsodyseasonal eventThe quest can be found at Limsa Lominsa - Upper Decks, with Remumu as the quest giver.
SteamEvent Duration Announcementseasonal eventThe event runs from May 28 to June 22, with specific times for different time zones.
Steam - 1 eventMoogle Treasure Trove - The Hunt for Law Commencesseasonal event
Collect irregular tomestones of law by completing specific duties and exchange them for treasures.
Steam - 1 eventFree Login Campaign for Up to 8 Daysseasonal event
Players can enjoy up to eight days of free playtime during the latest Free Login Campaign, the longest held to date.
Steam - 4 eventsHatching-tide Chapter 1 Durationseasonal event
Chapter 1 runs from March 30 at 1:00 a.m. PDT to April 5 at 7:59 a.m. PDT.
SteamQuest: The Eggth Umbral CalamitygameplayPlayers can begin the quest by seeking out the Revelrous Rabbit in Old Gridania.
SteamHatching-tide Chapter 2 Durationseasonal eventChapter 2 runs from April 5 at 8:00 a.m. PDT to April 13 at 7:59 a.m. PDT.
SteamHatching-tide Event Launchseasonal eventThe Hatching-tide seasonal event has returned, featuring quests and activities inspired by the Twelve Archons.
Steam - 3 eventsFuture Content Announcement: Save the Queennew content
Announcement of upcoming content 'Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr' scheduled for Patch 5.25.
Steam - 1 eventLittle Ladies’ Day Festivitiesseasonal event
Join the Little Ladies’ Day event in Ul'dah from March 2 to March 16. Complete the quest 'Pretty in Peaches' to participate.
Steam - 4 eventsFuture Updates Announced for Ishgardian Restoration and Save the Queenchanges
Updates for Ishgardian Restoration and Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr are scheduled for future patches.
SteamFirst Chapter of Sorrows of Werlyt Releasednew contentMilestoneThe first chapter of the Sorrows of Werlyt storyline, featuring the Ruby Weapon, is now available.
SteamOcean Fishing Feature Addednew contentMilestoneA new ocean fishing feature has been introduced.
SteamIntroduction of Qitari Beast Tribe Questsnew contentMilestoneNew quests featuring the Qitari beast tribe have been added.
Steam - 8 eventsRuby Weapon Encounternew contentMilestone
A new encounter featuring the Ruby Weapon will be introduced.
SteamIshgardian Restoration Updatesnew contentUpdates related to Ishgardian Restoration scheduled for Patch 5.21.
SteamNew Main Scenario Questsnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of new Main Scenario Quests in Patch 5.2.
SteamSave the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildrnew contentNew content titled Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr scheduled for Patch 5.25.
Steam - 5 eventsNew Quest: Of Ardor and Argumentnew content
Begin the quest by seeking out Lisette de Valentione in Old Gridania.
SteamValentione's Day Event 2020seasonal eventParticipate in the Valentione's Day event by voting for your emissary and receiving festive garb and items.
SteamVoting for EmissarygameplayPlayers can vote for their emissary, affecting visible changes in each World.
SteamFestive Decorations in Citiesui uxCities and residential areas will be decorated for Valentione's Day.
Steam - 1 eventMoogle Treasure Trove - The Hunt for Soldieryseasonal event
Collect irregular tomestones of soldiery by completing specific duties and exchange them for treasures including the new Namazu neckerchief.
Steam - 6 eventsRewards for Inviting Friendsquality of life
Players who successfully invite friends will receive gold and silver chocobo feathers.
SteamInvite Friends to ReturngameplaySelect offline friends to invite back to the game using the in-game feature.
SteamChocobo Feather Rewardsquality of lifeReceive chocobo feathers upon successful completion of the campaign to exchange for special items.
SteamDaily Invitation Email Notificationsquality of lifeInvitation emails will be sent once per day to eligible players.
SteamEligibility Requirements for InvitesgameplayPlayers must have been inactive for at least 90 days and have purchased the game to be invited back.
SteamCallback Campaign Launchseasonal eventInvite friends back to the game and receive rewards during the Callback Campaign.
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