7/27/05:
- Get all of Vana'diel on one disc with FINAL FANTASY XI: The Vana'diel Collection! (Community & Service)
August 16th marks the release of
FINAL FANTASY XI: The Vana'diel Collection, an all-in-one package that includes the original award-winning FINAL
FANTASY XI, the Rise of the Zilart expansion, and the Chains of Promathia expansion on one convenient DVD! For a limited
time, it will also include some exciting bonuses! Find out more
here.
* The Vana'diel Collection is available for Windows only.
- iGames Tour 2005 is coming to New York! (Community & Service)
The FINAL FANTASY XI iGames Tour is coming to the east coast for the first time! Check out the details at the
official event page.
Also, we have a new corner dedicated to all our past North American real-life community events. To view it, select
"Community" from the menu on the left, then click "Events." Stay tuned for more announcements of future events!
7/26/05:
- Introducing Azimuth Circle (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
The Sunbreeze Festival's main event, "Azimuth Circle," will begin on July 28. According to the moogles, Azimuth Circle
is to be played in pairs!
Click here for more details!
- New Song Added with Version Update
Information about the new song added in this update is as follows.
Composition: Nobuo Uematsu Arrangement: Naoshi Mizuta
Orchestra music provides the backdrop for Izumi Masuda's beautiful vocals. Ms. Masuda is an accomplished performer,
creating a new genre that may only be described as pop-opera, a blend of both styles of music. Only the most
resourceful adventurers in Vana'diel will be able to uncover her grand piece.
Izumi Masuda's profile may be viewed here.
(English only)
Click here to listen to a sample of
the new song.
7/22/05:
- Revisions to the Rules of Conduct (PlayOnline)
Revisions and additions to the FINAL FANTASY XI Rules of Conduct will be released on July 22, 2005, and will be
in effect thereafter.
The Rules of Conduct are an important part of the FINAL FANTASY XI User Agreement to which every player must
consent before playing. We ask that you continue to enjoy the world of Vana'diel with a thorough understanding
of the Rules of Conduct.
The Rules of Conduct may be accessed after selecting the "Rules and Policies" option on the FINAL FANTASY XI
main screen.
7/20/05:
- Enjoy the Season with the Sunbreeze Festival! (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
Every year at about this time, a seasonal festival is held in Vana'diel where the wild and even the wacky are
regular occurrences! This year, the festivities have a new name--the "Sunbreeze Festival." So what will we be
celebrating this time? And what does the festival hold for curious adventurers?
Click here to find out!
7/18/05:
-
The Version Update Has Arrived!
All the new content you've been waiting for is finally here!
Experience the stunning climax to Chains of Promathia, and discover a wealth of exciting new quests,
battlefields, and a whole lot more in this month's version update.
Update details are only a
click away!
(You can also read about the updates on our site
here.)
7/15/05:
-
Promathia's Story Finally Unchained! (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
Chains of Promathia's story will reach its stunning climax in the next version update! Click
here to view images of the area where the
grand finale will occur! Exciting new adventures await those with the bravery to take on Promathia's greatest
challenge!
7/13/05:
- Effortless Title Selection and More! (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
The next version update will introduce a new fortune-telling NPC and changes to the character title selection
system! Click here for more details!
7/11/05:
-
Win a Friend with the Fellowship Quest! (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
Have you ever wished an NPC would come to your aid in battle? Well, wish no further, because the next version
update will allow you to do exactly that! All you need is to complete the new "Fellowship Quest" to receive a
special item. This item will let you call an NPC to accompany you on your adventures! Want to know more? Just
click here!
7/7/05:
-
Adjustments to Experience Acquisition in the July Version Update (FINAL FANTASY XI Development
Team)
Changes to EXP chains in level-restricted areas as well as adjustments to the level range of EXP-yielding
monsters are on their way in the next version update! To find out more, please click
here!
7/5/04:
- Final Fantasy XI Update
At the following time, we performed a FINAL FANTASY XI (Windows) version update. This update was not
accompanied by server maintenance. Usual play may continue for FINAL FANTASY XI. Thank you.
*The client software was updated at this time. The client update will begin once you connect to FINAL FANTASY XI.
Please follow the instructions that appear on your screen.
[Date & Time]
Since Jul. 5, 2005 4:30 (PDT)
[Affected Services]
FINAL FANTASY XI (Windows)
[Important Update Details]
-Implemented measures against third-party software.
7/4/05:
- Ballista Revamped! (FINAL FANTASY XI Development Team)
The next version update will bring additions and changes to the current Ballista rules. Click
here for more detailed information.