FINAL FANTASY XIV Online is an online role-playing game in which players become the Warrior of Light and fight to save the realm from destruction. Players can recruit NPCs or join other players in dungeons and trials. The Complete Edition includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, Stormblood, Shadowbringers, Endwalker and Dawntrail. Purchases of the Starter Edition or Complete Edition include a 30-day play period, applied once to each platform on a single service account; continued play afterward requires a subscription. The Entry plan costs 12.99 USD per 30 days, and Standard costs 77.94 USD per 180 days. A free trial is listed, with a level cap of 80, 18 jobs and restrictions on in-game features. The product page lists PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Windows, Mac and Steam versions. PlayStation play does not require a PlayStation Plus subscription. The launcher uses a Square Enix account, and subscriptions are managed through Mog Station.
Who it is for
This game may suit players seeking an online role-playing game with solo NPC party options and multiplayer dungeons and trials. Players should be prepared for a subscription after the included play period or trial.
What is good
- Includes a free trial with a level cap of 80.
- Players can team up in dungeons and trials.
- Complete Edition includes six named game releases.
- PlayStation play does not require PlayStation Plus.
What to know first
- Continued play after the included 30 days requires a subscription.
- The free trial has in-game feature restrictions.
Verdict
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online offers both NPC party play and multiplayer activities, with a free trial and multiple editions. Continued play after the included 30 days requires a subscription.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Subscription plans and pricing
All plansCompared on game subscription services
- Free plan
- No
- Paid from
- $12.99/mo
- Supported platforms
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows, Mac, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2
- Online multiplayer
- Yes