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PSA: Final Fantasy XIV Online Free Subscription Period For Switch 2's "Full Version" Ends Next Week

"You can continue playing the Free Trial free of charge". Square Enix's MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online finally landed on the Switch 2 last month, and Square Enix has now issued a reminder that the "free subscription period" for the "full version" of the game on this platform will soon end. This free period, which was introduced to "help ensure server stability", will end next week on 7th September 2026.

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Review: Final Fantasy XIV Online (Switch 2) - An Expansive Port That Demands Your Commitment

Reborn... again. Final Fantasy XIV Online has been through quite a rollercoaster journey over the years on its way to becoming one of the most respected MMOs in the industry. Its 2010 launch was a disaster, plagued with performance issues and shoddy design that torpedoed its reputation. Rather than pulling the plug early, Square decided to swap in a new director to salvage it, leading to a reboot in 2013 called A Realm Reborn. Since then, the game has mostly gone from strength to strength across

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Video: Final Fantasy XIV Online Switch 2 Extended Gameplay Showcase

Launching next week. Last week, Square Enix confirmed its MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online would be launching for the Nintendo Switch 2 on 4th August 2026. Ahead of the release, the development team has now showcased gameplay footage of this version of the game. It starts at around the 13-minute mark, and the stream runs for over two hours.

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Round Up: Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold Extended Teaser Revealed, New Job And Crossover Raid Series Announced

Launching January 2027. Alongside the Switch 2 release date for Final Fantasy XIV Online, Square Enix shared another look at the game's sixth expansion, Evercold. It's set to launch in January 2027 and is also confirmed for Nintendo's new platform.

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Final Fantasy XIV Online Releases For Switch 2 On 4th August 2026

Pre-orders are now live. Earlier this year, Square Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV Online would be making its way to the Switch 2 in August.

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Square Enix Releases Final Fantasy XIV Online Switch 2 Gameplay Trailer

Early access begins this August. During the Nintendo Direct this week, Square Enix's upcoming release Final Fantasy XIV Online featured in a sizzle reel towards the end of the presentation. Although it was only on display for a moment, it was arguably the best look at this version of the game yet. Now, Square Enix has released a gameplay trailer of the online multiplayer title running on the Switch 2. It's got some quick segments of gameplay, mixed with in-game cutscenes. Read the full article o

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Final Fantasy XIV Online Director Confirms Mouse And Keyboard Support For Switch 2 Version

Joy-Con 2 mouse controls also confirmed. Final Fantasy XIV Online was finally announced for the Switch 2 last week, and if you want to experience this popular MMORPG with mouse and keyboard controls on Nintendo's new hybrid platform, you can! Game director Naoki Yoshida (aka Yoshi-P) confirmed this during a recent chat with the press at this year's Final Fantasy XIV Festival. He also mentioned how the Switch 2 version will include support for the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. And depending on what t

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Final Fantasy XIV Online For Switch 2 Able To Reach "30fps In A Stable State"

But "certain areas" may experience frame rate drops. Final Fantasy XIV Online is on its way to the Switch 2 this August, and if you're wondering how it will perform on Nintendo's new hybrid system, director Naoki Yoshida (aka Yoshi-P) has shared some information. Speaking during a press conference at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2026, director Yoshida confirmed the game is "able to reach 30 frames per second in a stable state" on Switch 2 hardware.

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Final Fantasy XIV Online is coming to Switch 2 as new expansion Evercold revealed

The Switch 2 version of Square Enix's MMO will launch later this year

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Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XIV Online's Next Expansion 'Evercold'

And reveals a legendary collab. Apart from the news Final Fantasy XIV Online is on its way to the Switch 2 this August, Square Enix also announced Evercold. This is the sixth expansion for the popular MMORPG and was revealed during Naoki Yoshida's keynote address at FFXIV Fan Festival 2026. It's currently set to launch in January 2027 on PC, Mac, Steam, PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

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