Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Genre: Online Multiplayer
Publisher: Square Enix
Release Date: July 2, 2019

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'Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers' (ALL) Gets Release Date, Available for Pre-Order

by Rainier on Feb. 6, 2019 @ 1:33 p.m. PST

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers is the third expansion pack for the MMORPG and will take players on new adventures to battle against the threats to the realm as they become Warriors of Darkness.

The new expansion will bring an abundance of new content, including a new player race, multiple new jobs, an increased level cap up, sprawling new areas, adjustments to the battle system, as well as a variety of new battle, crafter and gatherer content. In addition to these core features, a number of new systems will be introduced with Shadowbringers. 

  • NPC “Trust” System – Players will now be able to fight alongside familiar NPCs.
  • New Game+ Feature – A feature that allows players to “replay” the Final Fantasy XIV main scenario stories.
  • World Visit System – Players will be able to travel to other servers on the same data center and interact with more players than ever before. 

Players can also look forward to numerous new features in Shadowbringers:

  • New Jobs – Including the gunbreaker–master of gunblade.
  • New Playable Race – The Viera–rabbit-like wardens of the wood.
  • New Alliance Raid: YoRHa: Dark Apocalypse–from the minds of renowned NeiR creators Yosuke Saito and YOKO TARO.
  • Level cap increase from 70 to 80
  • Sprawling New Areas – Expansive new areas, such as the Rak’tika Greatwood, Amh Araeng, and Il Mheg.
  • New “Trust” System – Tackle Shadowbringers dungeons solo while fighting alongside prominent characters with the new Trust system.
  • New Game+ System – Relive the adventures from your past with your current level and gear via the New Game+ system.
  • New Beast Tribes and Primals
  • …and much more.

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers is available for pre-order today beginning at 11:00 AM PT ahead of its scheduled release on July 2, 2019.


The Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers Collector’s Edition includes exclusive in-game bonuses and items for those looking to further enhance their gameplay experience. The Collector’s Edition features the following: 

  • Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers
  • Shadowbringers Special Art Box: A unique silver-inlaid box featuring an illustration by artist Yoshitaka Amano.
  • Dark Knight Figure: An impressive high-quality figure of the Warrior of Darkness as a dark knight.
  • Shadowbringers Art Book : An art book featuring behind-the-scenes illustrations and concept art from the development of Shadowbringers.
  • Shadowbringers Logo Cling : A reusable vinyl cling featuring the Shadowbringers logo.
  • Final Fantasy XIV Playing Card s: A deck of playing cards featuring artwork from A Realm Reborn® through Shadowbringers.
  • Exclusive In-Game Items
    • Grani Mount
    • Wind-up Fran Minion
    • Revolver Gunbreaker Weapon

Players who pre-order either edition of Shadowbringers will be eligible to receive exclusive in-game items, which are planned for distribution beginning March 1, 2019 at 12:01 a.m. (PT):

  • Baby Gremlin Minion
  • Aetheryte Earring – This earring grants a 30% increase in EXP when worn, up to level 70, as well as attributes that vary based on the user’s class/job and current level.

Pre-ordering will also allow users to enjoy early access to Shadowbringers ahead of the official release. Early Access is scheduled to begin on June 28, 20191

The physical Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers Collector’s Edition is available for PS4, Windows, and Steam for $199.99. The collector’s edition is also available as digital download for PlayStation 4, Windows, Steam, and Mac for $59.99. A physical version of the Standard Edition will be available for PlayStation 4 for $39.99 and digital download versions will be available for PlayStation 4, Windows, Steam, and Mac for $39.99.

The FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Starter Edition for PC—including 30 days of subscription time—will be included with Twitch Prime2 beginning February 4, 2019 through May 3, 2019.

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers is scheduled to release for PS4 and PC on July 2, 2019.


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