Final Fantasy XIV Mobile Announced
Today Square Enix and Lightspeed Studios revealed Final Fantasy XIV Mobile, an aptly-named ground-up Mobile version of Final Fantasy XIV, which is set to arrive in the future - though no specific release window has been shared alongside the announcement. Lightspeed Studios is working alongside the Square Enix's Creative Studio 3 in order to create this new Mobile-only version of the game.
Beyond a few details, we don't know the exact scope of the game at launch; though the above trailer does only showcase scenes that would roughly correspond with the basegame A Realm Reborn sections of the game. What we do know is that the game will include both combat and gathering/crafting jobs; beyond that, we'll simply have to wait for more information about how the game plays, the differences between this new version and the existing PC/Console release, and more. Final Fantasy XIV Mobile will launch sometime in the future for mobile devices.
Los Angeles, Calif - NOV. 19, 2024 - Today, LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS and SQUARE ENIX® unveiled FINAL FANTASY™ XIV MOBILE, an adaptation of the critically acclaimed online role-playing game. This upcoming mobile game offers an exciting extension of the beloved franchise by capturing the immersive experience of the original title in a fresh, mobile-friendly format. FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE is set to first launch in China, followed by a global release soon after.
“It has been 11 years since FFXIV 2.0: A Realm Reborn launched, and this new mobile game will be a sister to FFXIV, aiming to recreate the grandeur of the original's story and combat mechanics on mobile devices,” said FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Producer and Director, Naoki Yoshida. “Non-combat features, such as Disciples of the Land and Hand, will also be faithfully implemented and we look forward to growing alongside the passionate FFXIV community."
Watch the announcement trailer here: https://youtu.be/n1vk2A--ZbY
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online has garnered over 30 million* registered players due to its sweeping narrative, intricate world-building, versatile job system, and theatrical combat. In FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE, veteran players can look forward to a nostalgic journey in a new format, while new players can experience the allure of Eorzea for the first time. Countless memorable characters including Thancred, Tataru, Raubahn Sultana Nanamo Ul Namo and many others await those looking to begin their adventures anew.
LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS has gone to great lengths to ensure FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE faithfully recreates the original game's award-winning gameplay and story experience. FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE retains lifestyle content such as fishing, Triple Triad, and chocobo racing. Additionally, players can immerse themselves in the meticulously crafted visual experience that defines Eorzea on mobile. Visual elements— from the intricate weather and time-of-day systems which offer over 600 different weather patterns across various landscapes—to player character and equipment designs have been painstakingly crafted and optimized to bring the detail of the original game to life.
As a globally renowned online RPG, FINAL FANTASY XIV Online has won the hearts of players not only with its epic storytelling, theatrical combat, and diverse range of casual activities but also with its unique, welcoming social atmosphere. FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE carries forward this signature social experience, embracing an ethos of genuine, low-pressure interactions. The core of the social experience in FINAL FANTASY XIV MOBILE is sincerity, with no imposed social goals or forced engagements. Whether it’s a mentor helping out a beginner, a party of friends, or strangers crossing paths in Eorzea, they can always build genuine and meaningful friendships.