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What changed in FINAL FANTASY XIV Online in 2026

60 updates · 22 main milestones · Jan 2, 2026 to Jun 10, 2026

  1. 3 events
    FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE Digital Deluxe Edition Available for Pre-Purchasedlc releaseMilestone

    Includes the base game and the Magitek & Grimoire Deluxe Pack with exclusive items.

    Steam
    Pre-order Bonus: Magitek Airship & Squire Starter Packnew content

    Includes items to transform your airship and useful starter items.

    Steam
    FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE Base Game Announcementnew contentMilestone

    The first FINAL FANTASY to join the HD‑2D lineup, featuring evolved pixel art and dynamic camera angles.

    Steam
  2. 5 events
    Upcoming Features in Patch 7.56changes

    Further main scenario quests and the beastmaster limited job scheduled for release.

    Steam
    Dancing Mad (Ultimate) Raid Releasednew contentMilestone

    Introduces the seventh installment of the ultimate raid series.

    Steam
    New Custom Deliveries Featuring Tiisol Janew content

    New custom deliveries added to the game.

    Steam
    Upcoming Features in Patch 7.55changes

    The Occult Crescent: North Horn, Weapon Enhancement Quests, Phantom Weapons, and more scheduled for release.

    Steam
    New Exploration Area: Auxesianew content

    New exploration content for Disciples of the Hand and Land.

    Steam
  3. 5 events
    Discounted Items from Campaign Attendantseasonal event

    Exclusive items from previous events can be obtained at discounted prices.

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    Event Duration Announcedseasonal event

    The event runs from May 29, 2026, to June 24, 2026.

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    Increased MGP Rewardsseasonal event

    MGP rewards from the Gold Saucer are increased by 50% during the event.

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    Make It Rain Campaign Beginsseasonal event

    The Make It Rain Campaign returns with a 50% MGP bonus and exclusive otter-themed goods.

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    Quest 'You Otter Be There' Availableseasonal event

    Players can start the quest by speaking to Ollier in Ul’dah after completing 'It Could Happen to You'.

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  4. 6 events
    Patch 7.5 Content Additionsnew contentMilestone

    New content includes facing Enuo in the Unmaking, Windurst: The Third Walk in the FFXI alliance raid, and Archeia Harmonias arena for Crystalline Conflict.

    Steam
    Increased Furnishing Placement Limitsquality of life

    Players can now place more furnishings in their homes.

    Steam
    Free Login Campaign Announcementseasonal event

    Players can experience FFXIV for free for up to 4 days during the latest Free Login Campaign.

    Steam
    Shadowbringers Expansion in Starter Editionnew content

    The Shadowbringers expansion can now be played as part of the FINAL FANTASY XIV Starter Edition.

    Steam
    Gear Conversion for Glamournew content

    Additional pieces of gear can now be converted to outfit glamour or stored in the armoire.

    Steam
    Consolidation of Dyesquality of life

    Dyes have been consolidated for easier management.

    Steam
  5. 1 event
    The Maiden's Rhapsody Returnsseasonal event

    Experience the intriguing tale bridging Hydaelyn and Vana'diel as The Maiden's Rhapsody returns to the realm once more.

    Steam
  6. 18 events
    Updates to Group Poseui ux

    Enhancements made to the group pose feature.

    Steam
    Service Accounts Updatedchanges

    Service accounts will be updated to reflect the inclusion of Shadowbringers for all existing owners starting April 28.

    Steam
    Upcoming: Beastmaster Limited Jobnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.56.

    Steam
    Upcoming: Tool Enhancement Quests - Cosmic Toolsnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.51.

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    Upcoming: Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures Sidequestsnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.55.

    Steam
    Increased Furnishing Placement Limitsgameplay

    Furnishing placement limits have been increased.

    Steam
    Upcoming: The Occult Crescent: North Hornnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.55.

    Steam
    New Trial: The Unmakingnew contentMilestone

    A new trial introduced in Patch 7.5.

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    Consolidation of Dyesquality of life

    Dyes have been consolidated for easier management.

    Steam
    Upcoming: Further Main Scenario Questsnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.56.

    Steam
    Upcoming: Allied Society Capstone Sidequestsnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.55.

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    Upcoming: Auxesia - New Cosmic Exploration Destinationnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.51.

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    Upcoming: Weapon Enhancement Quests - Phantom Weaponsnew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.55.

    Steam
    Free Trial Includes Shadowbringersnew contentMilestone

    The free trial now includes FINAL FANTASY XIV: Shadowbringers starting April 28.

    Steam
    New Arena: Archeia Harmoniasnew contentMilestone

    A brand-new crystal conflict arena added in Patch 7.5.

    Steam
    Upcoming: New Custom Deliveries Client Tiisol Janew contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.51.

    Steam
    Upcoming: Dancing Mad (Ultimate)new contentMilestone

    Scheduled for release in Patch 7.51.

    Steam
    Updates to Armoire and Outfit Glamoursui ux

    Improvements made to the armoire and outfit glamours.

    Steam
  7. 2 events
    Moogle Treasure Trove – The Hunt for Aphorismseasonal event

    The Moogle Treasure Trove event returns, allowing players to collect irregular tomestones of aphorism for rewards.

    Steam
    Introduction of Miner's Earringnew content

    New exclusive offering in the Moogle Treasure Trove event is the miner's earring.

    Steam
  8. 3 events
    Hatching-tide Event Beginsseasonal eventMilestone

    Celebrate the Hatching-tide with a new quest and rewards from March 23 to April 6, 2026.

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    Rewards from Previous Hatching-tide Eventsnew content

    Certain items from previous iterations of the event can be obtained via the Dreamer.

    Steam
    New Quest: Of Weeds and Whimsynew content

    Players can start the quest by speaking to the stylish dreamer in Old Gridania.

    Steam
  9. 2 events
    Introduction of The Merchant's Tale Variant Dungeonnew contentMilestone

    A new variant dungeon offering diverse gameplay experiences.

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    Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventuresnew contentMilestone

    New adventures featuring the beloved character Hildibrand.

    Steam
  10. 1 event
    Little Ladies' Day Event Beginsseasonal event

    The Little Ladies' Day festivities start on February 26, 2026, featuring concerts and a quest.

    Steam
  11. 3 events
    Valentione's Day Event 2026seasonal event

    Celebrate Valentione's Day with romantic decorations and special quests in Eorzea.

    Steam
    Rewards from House Valentione Maidnew content

    Certain items from previous iterations of the event can be obtained during this year's Valentione's Day.

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    Quest: The Icing on the Cakegameplay

    Begin the quest by speaking to Astrid in Old Gridania (X:10.2 Y:9.4). Players must be level 15 and above and complete 'It's Probably Pirates.'

    Steam
  12. 4 events
    Cosmic Exploration Initiative Destination Addednew content

    A new destination, Oizys, has been added for crafters and gatherers.

    Steam
    Upcoming Variant Dungeon: The Merchant's Talenew content

    A new variant dungeon is scheduled to release in Patch 7.45.

    Steam
    Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures Sidequests Comingnew content

    New sidequests related to Hildibrand are planned for Patch 7.45.

    Steam
    New Weapon Enhancement Quests Introducednew content

    Players can now embark on new quests to enhance their weapons.

    Steam
  13. 4 events
    Patch 7.4 Content Releasenew contentMilestone

    New challenges including Hell on Rails and the Heavyweight Division of the Arcadion raid dungeon.

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    Glamour System Updatenew contentMilestone

    New glamour system allows character customization beyond level, job, and class.

    Steam
    Free Login Campaign Announcementseasonal event

    Players can experience FFXIV for free for up to 4 days during the latest Free Login Campaign.

    Steam
    Introduction of Strategy Board Featurenew content

    New feature to map out battle tactics and improve communication with party members.

    Steam
  14. 3 events
    Heavensturn Event Beginsseasonal event

    Heavensturn has begun with new quests and rewards available until January 15, 2026.

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    Rewards from Previous Heavensturn Eventsnew content

    Certain items from previous iterations of the event can be obtained via the uma shonin.

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    New Quest: Seize the Neighgameplay

    Players can start the quest by speaking to the uma bugyo in Limsa Lominsa, available for level 15 and above.

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