Final Fantasy XIV Download Client

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Final Fantasy XIV is currently one of the most popular MMOs globally. With Endwalker, the latest expansions, the player base has exploded to hundreds of thousands as players new and old flock to the game. But how do you download the client for Final Fantasy XIV?

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With the slightly confusing Final Fantasy XIV Lodestone website, it can be hard to pinpoint how to download the client. You have two main options. The first is to head to Steam. If you’re a Steam user, you can download the client using the Steam app or the Steam website by following this link

Related: How to download the Final Fantasy XIV Trial Version on PlayStation

Alternatively, you can download the client directly from the Final Fantasy XIV website. The European version of the client is available here. The North American version of the client can be downloaded here.

Unfortunately, until Jan. 25, 2022, the game will not be purchasable. This is due to excessive congestion and queues during the release of the Endwalker expansion. So, downloading the client will not necessarily allow you to play the game right away. Free trials are also halted until that date.

However, once that date has passed, you’ll be able to freely download and play Final Fantasy XIV using the client links above, with a free trial up to level 60. The free trial also includes all of A Realm Reborn and the first expansion, Heavensward.

For more information about getting started in Final Fantasy XIV, check out How to solve new characters cannot be made on this world at this time error Final Fantasy XIV on Pro Game Guides.


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Michael lives in the UK, but wishes he lived in Eorzea. A life-long gamer, Four years ago, he ditched a "real" job to write about video games for a living, and hasn't looked back. When not guiding players how to get the latest mounts, crafting recipes, and in-game goodies, he spends his time nurturing an unhealthy addiction to MMOs and gacha games.

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