Is FFXIV still profitable?

Yes, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) remains a significant profit driver for Square Enix (SE), with its MMO segment contributing heavily to overall company financials, especially during its Endwalker and Dawntrail expansion cycles, though some recent reports note mixed player reception and a potential dip in quality/engagement post-Dawntrail, making its future trajectory dependent on upcoming patches.
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Is Final Fantasy 14 still good in 2025?

Yes, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV), especially in 2025, is widely considered worth playing for its immersive story, vast content, and welcoming community, even with its slow start, offering thousands of hours of gameplay through its extensive Main Scenario Quest (MSQ) and robust side content, though newer players should be prepared for a significant time investment to reach the acclaimed later expansions. 
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How much money does Final Fantasy 14 make?

The latest Square Enix financial results for Q1 of the fiscal year ending in March 2025 indicate that MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV saw an increase in sales of 1.5 billion yen (about $10,33 million) year-over-year for a total of 12.5 billion yen (~$86,12 million) in profits.
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Does Final Fantasy sell well?

The franchise is estimated to have grossed more than $20 billion in lifetime revenue, including over $19 billion from video games and $2 billion from other media and merchandise.
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How much longer will FF14 last?

Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is expected to last for many more years, with Square Enix announcing a 10-year support plan back in 2022, mapping out content through the Dawntrail expansion and beyond, indicating future storylines and major updates. Given its massive popularity, consistent content flow, and the developers' commitment to its long-term future (similar to the decades-long support for FFXI), FFXIV is likely to continue with new expansions and patches for at least another decade, evolving with its story and player base. 
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Is 7.3 the end of Dawntrail?

We are proud to present the patch notes for The Promise of Tomorrow, which follows the Warrior of Light as they aid a struggling Alexandria in the conclusion of the Dawntrail story.
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What is the #1 most sold game?

The number one selling game of all time depends on the criteria, but Minecraft is generally considered the best-selling individual video game with over 350 million copies sold, while Tetris often tops lists when all its platform versions (especially mobile) are combined, reaching over 520 million sales, and the Mario franchise leads all video game franchises. For current sales (2025), titles like Battlefield 6 and NBA 2K26 lead by revenue, though these lists often exclude some digital sales. 
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Why was FF16 banned?

The most prevalent theories revolve around Final Fantasy 16's rumored inclusion of violence, drug use, and sexual content such as prostitution. According to the Esrb, the game earned an...
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What level is considered rich?

A "rich threshold" varies but generally means having substantial income or net worth, with US averages around $2.3 million in net worth to be considered wealthy (per a 2025 survey) and regional variations (e.g., $3M in the West vs. $1.8M in the South). Financial definitions differ, with $1M in liquid assets for high-net-worth (HNW) and $30M+ for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW), while some define it as having enough passive income to cover all living expenses, regardless of a specific dollar amount. 
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What job makes the most money in FFXIV?

Crafting (The Honest Gillionaire)

The most consistent way of making large amounts of gil in FFXIV. Sell the latest gear, food and potions; all with your name on it. It is not unusual for Crafters to make anywhere from 5-25 Million Gil weekly depending on how active they are.
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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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What's the most popular MMO right now?

The most popular MMOs right now (late 2025) often include enduring giants like World of Warcraft (WoW) and Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV), alongside consistently popular titles such as The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) and Guild Wars 2 (GW2), with newer entries like Path of Exile 2 gaining huge traction, and established sandbox MMOs like Old School RuneScape (OSRS) and Black Desert Online (BDO) still holding strong, depending on whether you prioritize player counts, community buzz, or specific genres. 
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Which Final Fantasy has the best story?

There's no single "best," but Final Fantasy VI, VII, X, and Tactics are consistently praised for having the best stories, each offering different strengths: FFVI for its massive ensemble cast and world-ending scope, FFVII for iconic characters and deep lore, FFX for emotional impact and twists, and Tactics for political intrigue and mature themes. The choice often depends on player preference for epic fantasy (VI, VII, IX) or political drama (XII, Tactics). 
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Is FF14 losing players?

Yes, Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is experiencing a significant player decline, particularly after the Dawntrail expansion launch, with veterans leaving due to content design concerns, burnout, and a perceived drop in quality compared to Endwalker, leading to numbers falling below pre-7.0 levels and even under 1 million active players, although Square Enix is reportedly aware of the issues and aiming for changes. 
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What is the rarest game ever?

The rarest video game is widely considered to be Gamma Attack for the Atari 2600, with only one known copy existing, making it a legendary find for collectors and listed in the Guinness World Records. Other contenders for extreme rarity include competition cartridges like the Nintendo World Championships (Gold & Grey) and titles with extremely limited runs, such as Stadium Events or specific versions of games like Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!, which fetch huge prices due to their scarcity.
 
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What game is #1 right now?

Right now, Fortnite, Roblox, and Minecraft consistently hold top spots globally across platforms, while on PC, Counter-Strike 2 often leads Steam charts, with League of Legends, Apex Legends, and Call of Duty: Warzone also dominating player counts and viewership. The "number one" game varies by platform (PC, console, mobile) and metric (concurrent players, monthly users, sales). 
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What's the most expensive game ever?

The Most Expensive Games of All Time
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops III – $450 million.
  • Cyberpunk 2077 – $472 million.
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare — $640 million.
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War — $700 million.
  • Star Citizen — $788 million.
  • Genshin Impact – $900 million.
  • Monopoly Go! – $1 billion.
  • GTA 6 – $1–2 billion.
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What are the big 3 in gaming?

The "Big 3" in gaming traditionally refers to the three major console manufacturers: Sony (PlayStation), Microsoft (Xbox), and Nintendo (Switch). These companies dominate the home console market, driving console generations and influencing industry culture through their hardware and exclusive software.
 
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Is FF14 too time consuming?

As a player coming from lost ark, i can say that it is a game that can be very time consuming. You will have weekly raids to do that you have to have parties to always play with, own multiple characters to have better progress in game. My schedule pretty much revolves around it.
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How many hours to max level in FF14?

If you grind it out in a day, you can make it to level 50 in 20 hours... a more casual player will make it to 50 in 1-2 weeks of 2-4 hour sessions.
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