At the October 31 Tokyo keynote, Square Enix confirmed Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold will launch on February 23, 2027. Early Access begins February 19, and pre-orders open November 4, 2026.
FFXIV Fan Fest Tokyo 2026: Key reveals
| Announcement | What was revealed |
|---|---|
| Evercold release | February 23, 2027; Early Access begins February 19. Pre-orders open November 4. press.de.square-enix.com |
| New job: Zephyr | A physical ranged DPS that fights with a crossbow and an avian familiar named Nephele. New jobs use Evolved Mode. press.de.square-enix.com |
| Gauntlet of Power | A new duty pits players against up to five dungeon bosses in sequence. na.finalfantasyxiv.com |
| Raid changes | Alliance raids will be divided into two parts, with new high-difficulty eight-player battles and a “Fierce” difficulty between Normal and Savage. press.de.square-enix.com |
| Crossovers | EVANGELION: Ghosts of Desire is the new alliance raid series; Beyond the Lifestream brings a Final Fantasy VII Remake crossover. press.de.square-enix.com |
| More updates | New battle modes, seasonal rewards, expanded character customization, customizable action animations, and housing, PvP, and Chocobo updates are planned. press.de.square-enix.com |
Zephyr may grab the spotlight, but the keynote also points to a broader refresh: flexible reward progression, new ways to approach combat, and more options for customizing your character. The features are still in development and may change before release. na.finalfantasyxiv.com
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FAQs
When does Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold release?
It launches February 23, 2027, with Early Access starting February 19. Pre-orders open November 4, 2026.
What is Zephyr in FFXIV?
Zephyr is a new physical ranged DPS job that uses a crossbow and avian familiar. It is playable in Evolved Mode.
