July Topics, 2007

From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team

August Version Update (07/31/2007)

The next FINAL FANTASY XI version update is scheduled to take place near the end of August.
We are currently planning to introduce the Pit, the Chocobo Circuit, new quests and Assault missions, not to mention the final chapters of the Aht Urhgan storyline!

Details on these features, as well as a host of other changes and additions, will be released in the near future.

The Sunbreeze Festival (07/26/2007)

Adventurer! Adventurer!
The Sunbreeze Festival is here, kupo!
What is the Sunbreeze Festival, you ask?
Well, I guess if you knew, you'd already be in Vana'diel, kupo. Alright!

Click here and I'll let you in on all this year's extravaganza has to offer!

Accounts Banned (07/24/2007)

Around 5450 accounts in violation of the FINAL FANTASY XI user agreement were suspended or banned today.

Click here for details.

Special Task Force Report (07/24/2007)

Today's report will outline our actions conducted from June 26, 2006 to July 24, 2007 in dealing with players violating the user agreement, as well as details on the activities, results, and goals of the Special Task Force.

Click here for a report on the Special Task Force's overall activities.

PlayOnline Launches Expansion Pack Registration Code Sales!  (07/23/2007)

We are pleased to announce the sale of registration codes for all three Windows version expansion packs via PlayOnline! Players joining with the debut of the Starter Pack, Buddy Pass users and other new players will find it easier than ever to expand their adventures by purchasing registration codes directly from PlayOnline. Vana'diel Collection 2007 will continue to be available at retail stores for an economical way to enjoy all of the expansion packs.

Click here for more details.

Announcing the FINAL FANTASY XI Starter Pack! (07/20/2007)

We're proud to announce the release of the FINAL FANTASY XI Starter Pack! Featuring an easy-to-install DVD and a 30 day free pass, the Starter Pack is a great gift for friends and relatives. Use this chance to invite them to adventure alongside you in the world of Vana'diel! The Starter Pack will be sold at retailers across the nation for the low price of $3.99. Form a group with friends and let your adventures begin anew!

Check out Starter Pack website for more details!

The Sunbreeze Festival is Almost Here! (07/20/2007)

As the days grow longer and the sun burns hotter, what better way to beat the heat than by donning your best yukata and partaking in the excitement of the Sunbreeze Festival! From fireworks and goldfish scooping to testing your mettle in haunted dungeons or joining the Rakapopo Dancers in the Sunbreeze Shuffle, there is a little something for everyone!

The Sunbreeze festival begins at 1:00 on the morning of Thursday, July 26. Check back here on Thursday for more information!

"FINAL FANTASY XI Linkshell Community Beta Version" User Survey (07/19/2007)

The FINAL FANTASY XI Linkshell Community Beta Version user survey will be starting today and continuing until 1:00am on July 31 (Tuesday). This survey is designed to help us better understand users' opinions regarding the "Celestial Nights" special event and the features added in the July 5th Linkshell Community version update. We appreciate everyone's cooperation.

The user survey has ended.
Thank you for your cooperation.

Official Site for "Wings of the Goddess" Updated! (07/13/2007)

The "Wings of the Goddess" site has been updated!
Be sure to check out the newest info, as well as the special images from E3!

Click here to view the "Wings of the Goddess" site.

New Player Guide Updated Today! (07/06/2007)

Attention all adventurers new to Vana'diel! The New Player Guide has been expanded with the addition of Chapter 4!

Chapter 4 includes six new movies, including explanations on how to obtain your chocobo license and support job, as well as hints and tips for overcoming other challenges you will face in your budding adventuring career.

Click here to continue your Vana'dielian education!

Celestial Nights: Event Progress (07/05/2007)

Is everyone enjoying Celestial Nights, kupo?
The bamboo stalks prepared by the M.H.M.U. are bowing under the weight of everybody's poems! Let's take a look at how each World is doing, kupo!

Click here to see everyone's progress.
Click here to view the event origins/details.

"FINAL FANTASY XI Linkshell Community Beta Version" Version Update (07/04/2007)

Today a "FINAL FANTASY XI Linkshell Community Beta Version" version update was conducted which introduced the Item Info feature, which allows users to display in-game item information within posts on the Linkshell Community, the Equipment Information feature that allows character equipment to be displayed within a member's profile, and several other new features.

Click here for details.
Or here to join the FINAL FANTASY XI Linkshell Community.

The official Treasures of Aht Urhgan site has been updated!  (07/02/2007)

Find the latest information regarding the newly-introduced Einherjar system!



Click here to visit the Treasures of Aht Urhgan site.