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<\/a>Following the reveal of Endwalker\u2122, the highly-anticipated fourth expansion for FINAL FANTASY\u00ae XIV Online, SQUARE ENIX\u00ae revealed first details for Patch 5.5\u2014the next major update for the critically acclaimed MMORPG, scheduled to release on 13th April.<\/p>\nAdditionally, the recently announced PlayStation\u00ae5 console version of FINAL FANTASY XIV Online is scheduled to launch into open beta on 13th April, 2021. The PlayStation 5 version will feature numerous upgrades from the PlayStation 4 version, including significantly improved frame rates, faster load times, 4K resolution support and more. Players whose FFXIV service account has a registered license for the PlayStation 4 version may download and play the PlayStation 5 Upgrade Version at no extra cost at the start of the open beta period, while new players can experience the game on the PlayStation 5 through the Free Trial. The full version of the game will be available on PlayStation 5 following the conclusion of the open beta.<\/p>\n
Titled \u201cDeath Unto Dawn,\u201d Patch 5.5 will be split in two parts and set the stage for the Endwalker expansion. Part one is headlined by the third chapter of YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse\u2014the NieR-inspired alliance raid featuring the work of guest creators Yosuke Saito and YOKO TARO\u2014alongside an abundance of new story and battle content, system updates, and more.<\/p>\n
Additional details on Patch 5.5 content are outlined below:<\/p>\n
New Main Scenario Quests \u2013 The story update\u2014split into two parts\u2014will pave the way for the Endwalker storyline.
\nNew Alliance Raid \u2013 The third chapter of the NieR-inspired YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse alliance raid series.
\n\u201cSorrow of Werlyt\u201d Questline Update \u2013 The thrilling conclusion of the Warrior of Light and Gaius\u2019 quest to thwart the Empire’s warmachina development project.
\nNew Trial: The Cloud Deck \u2013 Players can face off against the fearsome Diamond Weapon in this latest trial, which will be available in both Normal and Extreme difficulties.
\nNew Dungeon: Paglth\u2019an \u2013 Players can tackle this new story dungeon alongside fellow adventurers or a party of non-player characters via Trust System compatibility.
\n\u201cSave the Queen\u201d Questline Update \u2013 Alongside the addition of a new field area, \u201cZadnor,\u201d players can further upgrade their Resistance Weapons to their final and most powerful stage.
\nNew Unreal Trial \u2013 The next powered-up version of an existing primal will be unleashed upon level 80 heroes, providing players with a new challenge and a chance to collect unique prizes.
\nCrafter Updates \u2013 High-level crafters can look forward to new content in Patch 5.5 that will earn them special achievements and unique crafting tools.
\nIshgard Restoration Update \u2013 Locals of The Firmament will periodically hold F\u00eates to celebrate the completion of the restoration.
\n\u201cExplorer Mode” Update \u2013 The Explorer Mode feature will be expanded to all Level 70 dungeons. Explorer Mode allows players to explore dungeons free from danger to capture striking and fun screenshots while enabling the use of mounts and minions. Players will also now be able to use performance actions while in dungeons, such as playing musical instruments.
\nPerformance Action Updates \u2013 Players will now be able to change instruments at any time while performing, and a new instrument will be added.
\nJob Adjustments for PvE and PvP Actions, New Custom Deliveries, Ocean Fishing Update, New Mounts and more.<\/p>\n
The recently announced fourth expansion pack of the FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga, Endwalker, is scheduled to release Autumn 2021 for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Mac. Endwalker is the culmination of the Hydaelyn and Zodiark story, in which Warriors of Light will encounter an even greater calamity than ever before, and will bring an abundance of new content, including multiple new jobs, an increased level cap, vast new areas, adjustments to the battle system, as well as a variety of new battle, crafter and gatherer content.<\/p>\n
The FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker cinematic trailer may be found here: https:\/\/youtu.be\/HsVraq-v0JI<\/p>\n
Additional information on FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker is available here: http:\/\/eu.finalfantasyxiv.com\/endwalker\/<\/p>\n
With over 20 million total registered players and a new expansion on the way, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The recently expanded Free Trial now includes all content from A Realm Reborn and the Heavensward\u2122 expansion (and updates through Patch 3.56), as well as an additional playable race (Au Ra), and three additional playable jobs (Dark Knight, Astrologian, and Machinist). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to two full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime.<\/p>\n
Related Links
\nEndwalker Teaser Site: http:\/\/eu.finalfantasyxiv.com\/endwalker\/
\nSQUARE ENIX\u00ae Press Site: https:\/\/www.square-enix-press.com\/
\nThe Lodestone\u00ae: http:\/\/eu.finalfantasyxiv.com
\nOfficial Facebook\u00ae: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FinalFantasyXIV
\nOfficial Twitter\u00ae: @FF_XIV_EN
\nOfficial Instagram\u00ae: @ffxiv
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