Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker – A big update for FFXIV’s fan

Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, the next expansion of the MMORPG from Square Enix, will be released on November 23, 2021. However, those who pre-ordered the expansion will get early access four days before launch, starting Friday, November 19.

What’s new in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker?

Director Naoki Yoshida opened Final Fantasy Fan Fest 2021 with a long presentation. This detailed a lot of information about Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, including a release date.

There are four different versions of Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker– Collector’s Edition, Collector’s Box, Digital Collector’s Edition, and Standard Edition. As expected, no physical versions will be released. All versions come with a digital version and have to download from the game store.

Whichever version you pre-ordered, you’ll be able to start playing on early access day, November 19.

Some of the details revealed in Fan Fest 2021, includig Reaper, a new melee attack role, new areas like Thavnair and Old Sharlayan, new storylines, new mounts, new Alliance Raid are called Myths of the Realm.

In addition, Square Enix also added a game mode that isn’t different from Happy Farm so that players can… relax after hours of intense boss hunting. They also added a Data Center Visit mode to help players now. This can move between data centers and play with friends easily.

The max level will be up to 90. All players will be able to buy houses in Ishgard once the Ishgard Restoration campaign is completed. But, buying a house will have to wait at least until patch 6.1.

About Reaper

A new job, Reaper was one of the most shocking revelations. This job appears to be largely close-range DPS, although you can see a ghostly metamorphosis in the video below that appears to be some kind of ranged magical attack. This job is only accessible if the player has at least one other job at level 70.

And it is only available to those who have purchased the Endwalker expansion. Players will journey to uncharted territory as the Endwalker plot progresses, including Sharlayan, a new HUB city.

This location has been spared from the effects of war, displaying opulence in its soaring architecture and lovely courtyards. Players will be also able to come to Mare Lamentorum, an otherworldly location with a moon-like feel.

Endwalker is brimming with most of the feature sets and additions you’d expect from an expansion of this ilk. The limit for the level cap will be now up to 90. Which will be put to good use in new dungeons and raids, and there are plenty of new bosses to face, including Anima and the Magus Sisters.

Ever since its rebirth, Final Fantasy XIV has long been one of the most played and celebrated MMOs out there. Game Informer’s Dan Tack gave the Shadowbringers expansion a review score of 9 out of 10, praising its new questline and worlds. We don’t have to wait so long to see how Endwalker adds to this sprawling experience.

The cinematic trailer at the top of this article gives you a great idea of what to expect from the story and new content.

Closing

Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker will be the final installment in the Hydaelyn saga. Concluding a decade-long saga and will usher in a new era for the Warriors of Light and friends. The new storyline will begin right in the 6.1 updates.

The game is currently available on PC, PS4, and PS5.

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