Is FFXIV not free anymore?

No, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) still has a generous unlimited-time Free Trial that lets you play through the base game (A Realm Reborn) and the first two expansions (Heavensward & Stormblood) up to level 70 at no cost. However, the game is not free-to-play forever; once you decide to continue past Stormblood, purchase any version of the game, or add game time, you must pay a monthly subscription fee to keep playing.
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Is FFXIV no longer free?

You can play FINAL FANTASY XIV up to level 70 for free. Characters, and their associated data, that you create in the Free Trial can be carried over to the full game.
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Is FFXIV still pay to play?

Customers who purchase either the Starter Edition or the Complete Edition will be granted a 30-day free play period. If you wish to continue playing after this period, you must subscribe to the game.
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Can I still play FF14 without a subscription?

Yes, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is a subscription-based MMORPG that requires a monthly fee after an initial purchase, though it offers an extensive free trial and various subscription tiers. Players pay for server access and continuous content updates, with costs varying based on character slots per server. 
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How long can I play FF14 for free?

Notice: This is a Free Trial that allows you to play free up to level 70 with no restrictions on play time. If you wish to continue beyond level 70, please purchase the full version of the game on Steam.
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Is FF14 free worth it?

The Free Trial goes through the first two expansions. You can play the base game, Heavensward, and Stormblood for free. You have to subscribe to access anything from Shadowbringers onward. Honestly, it's worth it.
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How to play FF14 for free?

You can play Final Fantasy XIV for free through its generous Free Trial, which lets you play the base game (A Realm Reborn), Heavensward, and Stormblood expansions (up to level 70) with no time limit, by creating a Square Enix account, downloading the client from the official site or platform store (PC/Steam/Xbox/PlayStation), and following the on-screen steps, though you'll face social/market restrictions like no market board or private messaging, notes Reddit users. 
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How expensive is FF14?

FFXIV has a Free Trial, a one-time purchase for the Starter Edition (~$20) or Complete Edition (~$60) (often discounted, includes all expansions up to Dawntrail), plus a mandatory monthly subscription (around $13-$15/month for entry/standard tiers after the initial free period) for ongoing access, notes Xbox Store, Square Enix Support, Square Enix Store, and Steam. The Complete Edition bundles A Realm Reborn and all expansions, with Collector's Editions available for extra digital goodies. 
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How long does it take to beat FF14?

Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is a massive game, with the main story (MSQ) alone taking around 200-300 hours to complete all expansions, but you can beat just the base game (A Realm Reborn) in roughly 40-60 hours, while each expansion adds another 30-50+ hours; your total time depends heavily on playstyle (skipping cutscenes vs. extras) and whether you do side content, which can push total playtime well over 1,000 hours. 
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Is Final Fantasy 14 worth playing in 2025?

Yes, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is absolutely worth playing in 2025, offering hundreds of hours of compelling story and content, a unique single-character class-switching system, and an active community, though some players find the initial story pacing slow and endgame loops repetitive, while new updates aim to address these points with the Dawntrail expansion. 
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How much longer will FF14 be supported?

"FINAL FANTASY XIV support for Windows® 10 will end on October 14, 2025. Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows® 10 after October 14, 2025 so we have found that continuing support for this operating system is a difficult proposition.
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What happens if you stop paying for FFXIV?

You will be able to continue using the chat and event list features in the Companion App for 30 days after your FINAL FANTASY XIV subscription expires. Due to being unable to log in to the game, features pertaining to items or the market boards will not be available in the app.
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Why is UwU called UwU in FFXIV?

UwU is a face but also used as the acronym for Ultimate Weapon (Ultimate) raid in FFXIV. It's one of 2 Ultimate difficulty raids in FFXIV that many players may not even know exists because of its unlock requirements.
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How to get 690 gear in FFXIV?

ilvl 690 - Artifact Equipment

Near the end of the main questline, you'll be given access to the NPC Mewazunte in Tuliyollal. Here, you can pick up a free ilvl 690 weapon and armor set for each job. Note that this gear can be equipped at level 99, but gets increased stats when worn while level 100.
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Is 7.3 the end of Dawntrail?

FFXIV Patch 7.3 Is The End Of Dawntrail

The initial reception to Dawntrail was mixed at best, with many fans praising the game's new dungeons and locations, but criticizing the overuse of new protagonist Wuk Lamat and the generally unimpressive story.
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Will FFXIV ever be free?

Show me the money.

That being said, Square Enix is also likely to continue expanding the already lengthy free trial. "I believe the free trial will continue to be expanded, but we have no plans of making the client itself free at the moment," Yoshida said.
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Is Dark Knight free in FFXIV?

Free Trial can unlock Dark Knight, due to Heavensward being included. In order to unlock Dark Knight in FFXIV, players must reach the Heavensward expansion. The quests for the Dark Knight cannot be accessed until you are able to properly enter the Foundation.
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Which Final Fantasy is free?

The FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Free Trial includes three award-winning titles - FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn the base game, and the first and second expansions: FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward and FINAL FANTASY XIV: Stormblood.
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Why did Noctis sleep for 10 years?

Noctis slept for 10 years inside the Crystal to absorb its immense power, a necessary step to become the "True King" and fulfill the prophecy to defeat Ardyn and banish the darkness consuming the world, a process orchestrated by Bahamut and influenced by Ardyn's desire for Noctis to reach his full potential as king before facing him.
 
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How much does 180 days of FFXIV cost?

For a 180-day Final Fantasy XIV subscription (Standard Plan), you pay upfront for a significant discount, with recent pricing around $78 USD, averaging to about $12.99/month, but it's a bulk payment, not monthly charges, allowing for more characters per server than the entry plan. The exact price can vary slightly by platform or if it's bundled with a game time card, but expect roughly $78 for six months of standard play. 
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