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Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X
Genre: Online Multiplayer
Release Date: Summer 2024

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'Final Fantasy XIV Online' v7.2: Seekers of Eternity Update Coming In Late March, Content Details - Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 7, 2025 @ 9:07 a.m. PST

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail brings an abundance of fresh content, including an increased level cap, multiple new jobs, sprawling new areas, new allied tribes, new dungeons, and new core battle content such as FATEs, Hunts, Treasure Hunts, and sidequests, and much more.

Eorzea, an awe-inspiring land of endless possibilities. Whether you choose to battle fierce creatures in the wilderness, fashion the ultimate blade in the forge, or swap tall tales in the local tavern, the history of Final Fantasy XIV will be shaped by your actions. Choose from an exotic variety of races, looks and classes to fashion your hero. Change classes simply by equipping a different weapon or tool and tackle an ever-changing assortment of level quests alone or with friends.

In addition to bringing the long-running story arc that began with A Realm Reborn to its conclusion, Endwalker will mark a new beginning for the MMO, setting the stage for new adventures that longtime fans and new players can enjoy together. The new expansion will bring an abundance of new features, including multiple new jobs, an increased level cap, vast new areas, updates to the battle system, a variety of new challenges to overcome, as well as crafter and gatherer content.

The Final Fantasy XIVDawntrail expansion brings with it a wealth of new content. Expect new story, multiple new jobs, sprawling new areas to explore, new allied tribes, new dungeons, new side quests, new Hunts, new Fates, new Treasure Hunts and much more.

The age of adventure has begun.

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Square Enix revealed the next major patch for Final Fantasy XIV Online following the release of its fifth expansion, Dawntrail.

Details of Patch 7.2, titled “Seekers of Eternity,” were shared alongside a late March 2025 release as part of the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE broadcast.

During the broadcast, Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida revealed a number of additions that will release with Patch 7.2, including the continuation of the main scenario, the next tier of the Arcadion raid series, a new Unreal trial, and more.

Yoshida also outlined upcoming content set to arrive during the Patch 7.2 series, including Cosmic Exploration, a new activity designed for crafters and gatherers, and new field operations, the Occult Crescent.


The Patch 7.2 series update includes:

  • New Main Scenario Quests
  • New Dungeon – The Underkeep
  • New Raid – The Arcadion: Cruiserweight Tier
  • New Trial – Recollection (Normal/Extreme)
  • New Unreal Trial – Hells' Kier (Unreal): Take on Suzaku, one of the Four Lords, at level 100
  • Cosmic Exploration – Collaborate with players from your World as you explore uncharted stars in this new activity designed for crafters and gatherers!
  • New Large-scale Battle-oriented Duty – Occult Crescent: In the treacherous waters of Shades' Triangle lies the Occult Crescent, an isle shrouded in mystery. Should you wish to unveil its secrets, you must explore the unmapped terrain, and battle against the isle's inhabitants.
  • New Allied Society Quests – Players will be able to participate in new allied society quests for the Mamool Ja that are designed for gathering classes.
  • New Hildibrand Quests
  • Duty Support Additions – Support for the Sunken Temple of Qarn will be added
  • PvP Updates – The start of PvP Series 8, the addition of several new actions for large-scale PvP encounters, existing action adjustments, and Frontline (Secure) returns with map improvements

Additionally, for a limited time, active Final Fantasy XIV subscribers who subscribe to Final Fantasy XI for the first time, or reactivate an existing account subscription, will receive a discount on their Final Fantasy XI basic service fee for 30 days. Alongside enjoying the latest version updates and campaigns in Final Fantasy XI, this is an amazing chance to score a great deal while exploring the wealth of content that serves as the inspiration for the recent Final Fantasy XIV Echoes of Vana'diel alliance raid. The campaign period will run from Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT).

Final Fantasy XIV has teamed up with renowned fashion brand BlackMilk to create a unique collection of printed and designer pieces drawing on locales, jobs and creatures celebrating the world of Final Fantasy XIV

Available now, the collection features 12 pieces, including a unique flocked maxi dress featuring job icons, a head-turning trench coat, and a Cactuar knit set. The wide variety of designs are sure to excite die-hard Final Fantasy XIV fans, but BlackMilk’s signature unique twist on licensed clothing means that many pieces in the collection can also be enjoyed by those who are less familiar with the game.

Also announced was the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV collaboration with instax, the instant camera from FUJIFILM, to bring you an all-new in-game emote! For all who demand photographic perfection without delay, this instant camera-toting emote will be implemented in Patch 7.18, due for release on Tuesday, 25th February 2025. More information on the collaboration will be released at a later date.

The expanded Free Trial now includes all content from A Realm Reborn and the Heavensward expansion, 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.

Final Fantasy XIV is available for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Mac.


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