Final Fantasy XIV Evercold releases February 23, 2027
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Square Enix says Final Fantasy XIV Evercold launches on February 23, 2027, with Early Access starting February 19 for players who pre-order.
Square Enix confirmed at Fan Fest Japan 2026 that the sixth major expansion for Final Fantasy XIV, Evercold, will launch on February 23, 2027. Players who pre-order the expansion can begin Early Access on February 19, 2027. Pre-orders are scheduled to open on November 4, 2026.
The expansion raises the level cap to 110 and adds two new jobs, the Bastion tank and the Zephyr physical ranged DPS. It also introduces a redesigned job action system where players choose between Evolved combat, which is a streamlined approach, or Reborn combat, which retains the traditional system. The expansion will include new cities and dungeons.
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