March Topics, 2016
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the April Version Update (03/29/2016)
The next version update is scheduled for Tuesday, April 5.
Read on for a list of additions and adjustments.
Coming Soon: The Spring Alter Ego Extravaganza! (03/28/2016)
The Spring Alter Ego Extravaganza will be coming to FINAL FANTASY XI on Friday, April 1-and that's no joke! If you missed out on the following alter egos the first time around, now's your chance to get their ciphers!
Qultada
Adelheid
Amchuchu
Sakura
Ovjang
Mnejing
Rahal
Koru-Moru
Cid
Makki-Chebukki
King of Hearts
Morimar
Extravaganza Period: Friday, April 1 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Saturday, April 30 at 7:59 a.m.
Read on for information on how to obtain the corresponding ciphers.
* Added Monday, April 4.
The Vana'diel Reentry Campaign! (03/25/2016)
Enjoy playing FINAL FANTASY XI for free through the campaign period. If you were experiencing FINAL FANTASY XI on the PlayStation®2 or Xbox 360® platforms, now's the perfect opportunity to migrate to the Windows® version!
Campaign Period
Friday, March 25, 2016 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, March 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
Don't miss this chance to switch from the PlayStation®2 or Xbox 360®, versions to the Windows® version!
Read on for details on migrating your account.
* After PlayStation®2 and Xbox 360® service terminates on March 31, 2016, it will no longer be possible to retrieve data such as screenshots, macros, equipment sets, and map markers stored on your console. We strongly recommend that you transfer your data in advance.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Ambuscade / Mounts (03/24/2016)
A new thread has been created in the Updates section of the official forums.
[dev1303] Ambuscade
[dev1304] Mounts
Access to the PlayOnline Viewer from the PlayStation®2 and Xbox 360® (03/23/2016)
PlayStation®2 and Xbox 360® service for FINAL FANTASY XI will terminate on Thursday, March 31, 2016, at 7:00 a.m. (PDT) Players will no longer be able to access the PlayOnline Viewer from these platforms after that time.
You will no longer be able to retrieve any data stored on your console after March 31, 2016, at 7:00 a.m. (PDT), so we strongly recommend that you consider transferring your data in advance.
Read on for information on transferring data between platforms.
The 7th Week of the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign Commences! (03/22/2016)
Enjoy this 7th week of the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign with the following special event.
Campaign period: Tuesday, March 22 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) to Wednesday, March 30 at 7:59 a.m.
- Chain Experience Bonus Campaign - PLUS!
- Chain Capacity Point Bonus Campaign - PLUS!
- Chain Monstrosity Bonus Campaign - PLUS!
- Mog Gardens Campaign
- Wildskeeper Reive Campaign - PLUS!
- Alter Ego Expo Campaign HQ
- Adoulin Dial Campaign
- High-Tier Mission Battlefield Campaign
- Dark Matter Arcane Glyptics Campaign
- Special Dial Campaign
Read on for details.
From the FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team
Announcing the Next Version Update! (03/18/2016)
The next version update is scheduled for early April.
Enjoy a variety of additions and new ways to enjoy FINAL FANTASY XI, including new battle content known as ambuscade, a new method of transportation known as mounts, and alter ego emotion linking.
We are also making progress on implementing a second Mog Wardrobe, and we hope you're looking forward to enjoying it as much as we're looking forward to bringing it to you.
Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza 2016 (03/17/2016)
Collect special initial eggs and work to complete certain phrases in the Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza 2016!
Read on for details.
Announcing the Vana'diel Reentry Campaign! (03/16/2016)
Enjoy playing FINAL FANTASY XI for free through the campaign period. If you were experiencing FINAL FANTASY XI on the PlayStation®2 or Xbox 360® platforms, now's the perfect opportunity to migrate to the Windows® version!
Campaign Period
Friday, March 25, 2016 at 1:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, March 29 at the same hour.
Read on for details.
Don't miss this chance to switch from the PlayStation®2 or Xbox 360®, versions to the Windows® version!
Read on for details on migrating your account.
* After PlayStation®2 and Xbox 360® service terminates on March 31, 2016, it will no longer be possible to retrieve data such as screenshots, macros, equipment sets, and map markers stored on your console. We strongly recommend that you transfer your data in advance.
Presenting Week Six of the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign! (03/15/2016)
The penultimate week of the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign will soon arrive, bringing with it a bevy of events!
Campaign Period: Tuesday, March 15 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) to Tuesday, March 22 at 7:59 a.m.
- Double Synthesis Skill Increase Campaign
- Mog Gardens Campaign
- Alter Ego Expo HQ
- Incursion Campaign
- High-Tier Mission Battlefield Campaign
- Domain Invasion Campaign
- Dark Matter Arcane Glyptics Campaign
- Abjuration Dial Campaign
Read on for details.
The March 2016 Login Campaign is Now Underway! (03/10/2016)
The March 2016 Login Campaign is now active! Receive login points each day just for saying hello to the citizens of Vana'diel, and exchange them for various in-game rewards!
Campaign Period: Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 a.m. (PST) to Saturday, April 2 at 7:00 a.m. (PDT)
Receive login points each day just for saying hello to the citizens of Vana'diel, and exchange them for various in-game rewards!
If you are logged in when the campaign begins, you must either relog or change areas in order to receive your points.
Read on for a list of items available in March 2016 and information on how to participate.
Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign Part Five! (03/08/2016)
There's still plenty of excitement left in the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign, and this week we're excited to bring you the fifth installment!
Campaign Period: From Tuesday, March 8 at 7:00 a.m. (PST) to Tuesday, March 15 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)
- Chain Experience Bonus Campaign
- Chain Capacity Point Bonus Campaign
- Chain Monstrosity Bonus Campaign
- Mog Gardens Campaign
- Alter Ego Expo Campaign HQ
- Double Unity Accolade Campaign
- Unity Wanted Campaign
- High-Tier Mission Battlefield Campaign
- Domain Invasion Campaign
- Dark Matter Arcane Glyptics Campaign
- Special Dial Campaign
Read on for details.
Announcing the March 2016 Login Campaign! (03/07/2016)
The March 2016 login campaign will be available during the following times.
Campaign Period: Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 a.m. (PST) to Saturday, April 2 at 7:00 a.m. (PDT)
Receive login points each day just for saying hello to the citizens of Vana'diel, and exchange them for various in-game rewards!
If you are logged in when the campaign begins, you must either relog or change areas in order to receive your points.
Read on for a list of items available in March 2016 and information on how to participate.
A Word to All Adventurers (03/03/2016)
Producer Akihiko Matsui would like to share with you a few words about what is in store for FINAL FANTASY XI in April and beyond.
Read on to learn more.
Announcing the Fourth Week of the Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign! (03/01/2016)
The Vana'diel Rainbow Campaign is entering its fourth week, so be sure to take advantage of all the mini-campaigns on offer before they're gone!
Campaign Period: Tuesday, March 1 at 7:00 a.m. (PST) to Tuesday, March 8 at 6:59 a.m.
- Chain Experience Bonus Campaign
- Chain Capacity Point Bonus Campaign
- Chain Monstrosity Bonus Campaign
- Mog Gardens Campaign
- Wildskeeper Reive Campaign - PLUS!
- Alter Ego Expo Campaign HQ
- Adoulin Dial Campaign
- Vagary Campaign
- High-Tier Mission Battlefield Campaign
- Reisenjima Geas Fete Equipment Campaign
- Dark Matter Arcane Glyptics Campaign
Read on for details.