Final Fantasy XIV Coming to Xbox: Everything You Need to Know
Great news for Xbox fans of the Final Fantasy franchise. Square Enix has officially announced that their popular MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV, will be making its way to Xbox. But how can you get started? In this article, we'll break down the details on the open beta test, how to play on Xbox, and what conditions you need to meet to participate.
The Open Beta Test: When and How to Participate
According to the official Final Fantasy XIV Twitter/X channel, the game will be available for open beta testing on Xbox starting February 21 at 12:00pm PST. This is a great opportunity for new players to try out the game before its official release on the platform.
How to Play FFXIV on the Xbox
To get started with the open beta test on Xbox, follow these steps:
- Adjust your Xbox Series X/S privacy settings to allow multiplayer gaming. Go to Settings > Account > Privacy & online safety > Xbox privacy > View details & customize and adjust your settings as follows:
- You can join multiplayer games - set to Allow
- You can join cross-network play: - set to Allow
- Others can communicate with voice, text, or invites - set to Everybody
- You can communicate outside of Xbox with voice & text - set to Everybody
- You can see and upload community creations - set to Everybody
Then, navigate to the Microsoft Store and visit the FFXIV product page. Download the free trial from the options menu and launch the game. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
The Conditions for Playing FFXIV on the Xbox
While you won't need an Xbox game pass for the free trial, you will need it for the full version of the game on Xbox Series X/S. This means you'll need to pay for both the game subscription and the Xbox game pass. Additionally:
- Existing FFXIV players will not be able to participate in the open beta test trial. Only new players will be able to join the trial.
- Link your Microsoft and Square Enix accounts to access the game. Note that once linked, you will not be able to unlink your accounts.
While there is no official release date for FFXIV on Xbox, the game will be available on the platform as soon as the open beta test is complete.
As a side note, existing players will have to wait until the test is complete before trying to play on Xbox. However, with these steps and conditions in mind, you can be one of the first to experience FFXIV on Xbox.