Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail - Latest Updates

We check out Final Fantasy XIV on Switch 2 and see how it feels compared to the PS5, Xbox Series, Steam Deck, and PC versions going over visuals, performance, load times, login, and more.

feature by Mikhail Madnani on 08 August, 2026

Our new feature covers how to play Final Fantasy XIV on Steam Deck in 2026, the FFXIV Steam Deck recommended settings, and more.

feature by Mikhail Madnani on 18 May, 2026

With the entirety of the expansion's Savage Raid Series behind it, Dawntrail has been possibly the best expansion for raiders.

feature by James Galizio on 21 January, 2026

During Tokyo Game Show 2025, we had the chance to talk with both dev teams about what went into deciding the characters for each half of the collaboration.

interview by James Galizio on 18 October, 2025

We sat down with Yoshi-P during Anime Expo to discuss the team's efforts to better connect with the Final Fantasy XIV community

interview by James Galizio on 08 July, 2025

After nearly a year, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail is beginning to feel like the expansion it always could've been.

feature by James Galizio on 01 June, 2025

Once the later 7.2x updates drop, Final Fantasy XIV may be looking at potentially its best patch yet - but for now, only raiders are having our fun.

feature by James Galizio on 11 April, 2025

After Endwalker brought the game's two toughest Ultimate Raids, Futures Rewritten is what the raid scene needed - even if it may feel like an overcorrection.

feature by James Galizio on 10 March, 2025

While 7.1x still lacks content for non-raiders to tackle, (Chaotic) Cloud of Darkness is an excellent new addition to the patch cycle for raiders.

feature by James Galizio on 03 January, 2025

The 15 track album also features Everything Burns.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 04 September, 2026

Square Enix details the Switch 2-exclusive subscription requirements for FFXIV.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 02 September, 2026

The Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail soundtrack launched on disc and digitally for purchase before, but wasn't on streaming until today,

news by Mikhail Madnani on 31 August, 2026

The two new FFXIV albums get dated for Japan with pre-orders now live.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 14 August, 2026

The FFXIV free trial is also available on Nintendo Switch 2 and the download size is 108GB.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 04 August, 2026

Final Fantasy XIV Switch 2 will require FFXIV Coins for any in-game purchases if you only play on Switch 2.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 04 August, 2026

Square Enix showcases FFXIV on Switch 2 docked and handheld in a new stream.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 01 August, 2026

Patch 7.55 for FFXIV brings in new adventures in the Occult Crescent: North Horn, the conclusion of the Phantom Weapons series, Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures, and more.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 28 July, 2026

A free trial will also be available for Final Fantasy XIV on Switch 2.

news by Mikhail Madnani on 25 July, 2026

The Primals - Back in the Ring album features The Arcadion: Heavyweight tier songs & more

news by Mikhail Madnani on 15 July, 2026