Square Enix has officially confirmed that the Final Fantasy XIV Xbox beta will be launching in February. This announcement came during the Tokyo 2024 Fan Festival, where they also celebrated the game's success, boasting an impressive 30 million players worldwide.
The open beta, temporarily set for February 21, will give Xbox Series X|S players the chance to enjoy the game with full cross-play functionality. Notably, any progress made during the beta phase will seamlessly carry over into the official release, expected in the spring, along with all expansions. Players are eagerly anticipating the premiere of the Dawntrail expansion, scheduled for the summer.
The journey of Final Fantasy XIV, initially considered a failure upon its 2010 release, has evolved into one of the most inspiring redemption stories in the gaming industry. The milestone of reaching 30 million players is truly remarkable. The announcement was made by key figures, including producer and director Naoki Yoshida, new CEO Takashi Kiryu, and brand manager Yoshinori Kitase during the Tokyo 2024 Fan Festival.
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