FINAL FANTASY XI Official Web Site: Topics

Scars of Abyssea Trailer Goes Live!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

With Scars of Abyssea now available for advance purchase via PlayOnline, players have no doubt been wondering what challenges await them. Well, wonder no more, for a promotional trailer offering a sneak peek at this latest battle add-on is now available!

The official site has also been updated with details on Empyrean Armor, a powerful new set of equipment that will be available to those who prove themselves worthy. Players can also get a glimpse of some of the frightful fiends that prowl the battered lands of this dying world. Check it out today!

Access the official Scars of Abyssea site.

*Scars of Abyssea will become playable to purchasing users upon downloading and installing the next FINAL FANTASY XI version update, currently scheduled for Wednesday, September 8.

New Director for FINAL FANTASY XI

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

We would like to announce the appointment of a new director for FINAL FANTASY XI.

Former Battle Director Akihiko Matsui has assumed the post, and would like to take this opportunity to offer a few words of greeting to our players.

Dear Users,

It is both an honor and pleasure to give this address as the newly appointed director of FINAL FANTASY XI.

With the commencement of official service for FINAL FANTASY XIV imminent, the period ahead will prove to be a turning point for FINAL FANTASY XI. I have had the privilege of being part of the team since the project commenced some ten years ago, but to assume the mantle of leadership at this juncture is daunting indeed.

As director, I intend to work in close cooperation with all project members and involved parties to ensure that FINAL FANTASY XI will continue to hold allure for our players. For truly, nothing would please me more than to see Vana'diel remain a gathering place for those seeking high adventure and camaraderie.

I look forward to your continued support in the future.

Akihiko Matsui
Director, FINAL FANTASY XI

More Marvelous Weapon Skills to Wield!

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

With the September version update fast approaching, the development team is putting the finishing touches on another set of formidable new weapon skills that will be added to the repertoire of adventurers wielding empyrean weapons, as well as certain arms upgraded through Trial of the Magians.

As before, we're pleased to be able to offer players a special video preview of these fourteen visually impressive and potent new skills. Don't miss it!

Feast your eyes on the preview!
(*The final release version of the weapon skills may differ slightly from the development content presented here.)

Job Adjustments Part I

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

The upcoming version update, featuring the next stage in the level cap increase, fast approaches, and the development team is feverishly preparing a veritable banquet of new job abilities and spells especially for this momentous occasion. With select jobs also set to welcome existing traits to their arsenal, there is bound to be something to satisfy every adventurer palate.

So what manner of delectable delights will be served at this sumptuous feast?
Read on for the appetite-whetting details.

Level Cap to Be Lifted to New Heights!

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

The impending version update will usher in the second stage of the level cap increase, and with it a host of new abilities, job traits, and spells. What wonders await those adventurers who take their powers to the limit?

Read on to find out!

Scars of Abyssea Available for Advance Purchase!

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

Scars of Abyssea, the second installment of the Abyssea series of battle add-ons, is now available for advance purchase through the PlayOnline Viewer! To access the order page, simply click on the "Scars of Abyssea" banner located on the FINAL FANTASY XI main page.

For more information on Scars of Abyssea, visit the official add-on site!

*Access to the in-game content will become available to purchasing users upon the release of the next FINAL FANTASY XI version update, currently scheduled for early September.
*As with other add-ons, the purchase of a single registration code will allow the user to access the Scars of Abyssea content with all characters belonging to that PlayOnline account.

Trial of the Magians to Usher in Additions, Improvements

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

Are you one of the many adventurers testing your limits through Trial of the Magians? If so, you'll be pleased to know that a host of additions and improvements are on the way, promising to make this system more rewarding than ever!

Read on for the details!

Wings of the Goddess Missions!

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

Bereft of Lilisette, the struggle to preserve the brighter future seems all but lost. Meanwhile, the future of strife and chaos continues to gain momentum, its influence in past Vana'diel growing ever more pervasive and apparent.

For those who inherited the will of the Goddess, can naught be done to avert defeat?

Read on for a glimpse of things to come.

Scars of Abyssea Website Unveiled!

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

With the release of Scars of Abyssea—the second in the Abyssea series of battle area add-ons—drawing ever closer, the official Abyssea homepage has been updated with a sneak preview of what awaits players in this latest installment.

The site will be updated regularly as the release date nears. With a promotional video and other exciting information on the way, you'll want to keep checking back for all the latest news!

Visit the Scars of Abyssea website today!

*The Scars of Abyssea content will become playable upon the release of the next FINAL FANTASY XI version update, currently scheduled for early September.

Play Both FINAL FANTASY XI and FINAL FANTASY XIV, Receive Perks!

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

With FINAL FANTASY XIV's scheduled release date of September 30th (September 22nd for the Collector's Edition) rapidly approaching, a host of special deals are in the works for players who elect to pursue adventure in both Vana'diel and Eorzea.

Players who maintain subscriptions to both FINAL FANTASY XI and FINAL FANTASY XIV will be eligible for such perks as significantly discounted FINAL FANTASY XI monthly service fees, a bonus FINAL FANTASY XIV in-game item, and the ability to transfer their FINAL FANTASY XI character name to FINAL FANTASY XIV.

Check out the details!

New Version Update Announcement!

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT+09:00

We are pleased to announce that our development team is hard at work on the new FINAL FANTASY XI version update, currently on schedule for an early September release.

This update will usher in the next stage of the level cap increase, as well as the first half of what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the epic Wings of the Goddess missions.

Players can also look forward to refinements to the Walk of Echoes, additional trials and enhancements for Trial of the Magians, job adjustments, and much more.

Sneak previews of the new content will be posted in the coming days, so keep checking Topics for all the latest news!