Final Fantasy 14 Launches on Nintendo Switch 2
▼ Summary
– Square Enix announced Final Fantasy 14 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in August, with a free early access period of about one month.
– The Switch 2 version requires a separate subscription, but not a Nintendo Switch Online membership; active subscribers on other platforms get 50 percent off the Switch 2 subscription.
– At the Fan Festival, a crossover with Evangelion was revealed, and the next expansion, Evercold, was announced for January 2027.
– The Nintendo Switch 2 edition includes the base game A Realm Reborn and expansions Heavensward and Stormblood, with features like solo play with NPC allies.
– Heavensward adds the Astrologian, Machinist, and Dark Knight jobs, while Stormblood adds the Red Mage and Samurai jobs.
Square Enix has officially confirmed that Final Fantasy 14 is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, with a launch planned for this August. The announcement was made during the game’s Fan Festival event, where several major updates for the MMORPG were also unveiled.
A short early access period, lasting roughly one month, will precede the full launch. During that time, players can jump in completely free of charge , no subscription required.
The Switch 2 version will operate under a separate subscription model, a decision made in coordination with Nintendo. Notably, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will not be necessary to play. For existing Final Fantasy 14 players who maintain an active subscription on another platform, Square Enix is offering a 50 percent discount on the Switch 2 version’s subscription fee.
Beyond the platform news, the Fan Festival delivered other major reveals. A crossover with Evangelion was announced, alongside details on the game’s next major chapter, Evercold, which is slated for a January 2027 release. A trailer for the upcoming expansion was also shown.
For those new to the world of Eorzea, this edition bundles three award-winning titles: Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn, and the first two expansions, Heavensward and Stormblood. With over 30 million adventurers worldwide, the game offers an epic, ever-evolving Final Fantasy experience. Players can expect an unforgettable story, thrilling battles, and diverse environments to explore. Whether partying with friends or playing solo, all main story dungeons are accessible by calling upon NPC allies.
In Heavensward, players venture into the secluded nation of Ishgard, locked in a centuries-long conflict with dragons. New jobs include the Astrologian, who channels celestial magicks to heal allies; the Machinist, using firearms and mechanical weaponry; and the Dark Knight, wielding a greatsword and the power of darkness.
Stormblood takes the journey east, where players rise against the Garlean Empire. This expansion introduces the Red Mage, a rapier-wielder mastering both martial and arcane arts, and the Samurai, a noble katana-wielding fighter.
For more details on the Nintendo Switch 2 and its upcoming titles, stay tuned.
(Source: Nintendoeverything.com)
