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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 11 64 bit Processeur : Intel® Core™i5-8400 ou plus Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 ou plus, AMD Radeon RX 480 ou plus DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 140 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Carte son DirectSound® Notes supplémentaires : La configuration requise est sujette à changement. Si vous utilisez un routeur, réglez vos ports pour autoriser le transit des paquets ci-dessous : [Ports possibles]

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 11 64 bit Processeur : Intel® Core™i7-9700 ou plus Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 2060 ou plus, AMD Radeon RX 5600 ou plus DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 140 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Carte son DirectSound® Notes supplémentaires : La configuration requise est sujette à changement. Si vous utilisez un routeur, réglez vos ports pour autoriser le transit des paquets ci-dessous : [Ports possibles]

FINAL FANTASY XIV Online

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Released February 18, 2014
sample: 487 reviews posted after launch (105 AI-classified)
82/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 87 % · 85,066 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Eorzea’s rich narrative keeps players hooked, with the community’s enthusiasm rising as more hours are invested. Over 82% of those who logged more than 25 hours still recommend it after launch. The world of Final Fantasy XIV continues to grow, drawing players into its expansive storyชาติ.

What it's about: Rejoignez 30 millions d'aventuriers en ligne et vivez une expérience FINAL FANTASY épique. Profitez d'un scénario inoubliable, de combats grisants et d'une pléthore d’environnements captivants à explorer.

In-game

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« This game almost makes me forget that I live in a world ruled by cannibalistic PDF demons. »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played16322
« Been Playing for a few days wit my friend it was worth the buy . endless quest to get lost in. i am recovering from a stroke to the brain this is helping me recover and keep my mind focus on tasks »
👍 anonymous review · 78 h played441676
« Great game. Genuinely my favorite game. Unfortunately, my husband refuses to play with me. Very sad. 1833 hours played. Alone. »
👍 anonymous review · 2138 h played2211
« Pros - fantastic setting with great narratives and cool content Cons - Playing alone teaches you what proper lonliness feels like »
👍 anonymous review · 1008 h played221
« Sometimes I turn on my PC to do something and my muscle memory just opens this game up and I forget everything I had to do... »
👍 anonymous review · 12311 h played1111
« Very solo friendly, and has the best gathering and crafting since Fantasy Life »
👍 anonymous review · 1593 h played1
« why is your subscription process so absolutely ♥♥♥♥♥♥ up. you have my money, let me play the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ game for ♥♥♥♥ sake. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played10631
« Was easier to file my taxes than it was to try and log into this game. Gonna have reoccurring nightmares about Mog Station for the rest of my life »
👎 anonymous review · 23 h played4421
« If you ever decide to take a break from the game, good luck trying to log into your Square Enix account »
👎 anonymous review · 55 h played12221
« Dawntrail patch cycle completely killed this game, it's an okay game as a new player but once you catch up you literally have nothing to do. SE decision making has been completely out of touch with the community and it shows. »
👎 anonymous review · 10184 h played2111
« Turns out, you have to pay a monthly fee to even play after the first 30 days on TOP of buying the full game already. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« A Final Fantasy capable of making non-fans of the series fall in love for the first time, and granting older fans the opportunity to remember their love for it. »
👍 anonymous review · 8441 h played1

In players' words

« This game almost makes me forget that I live in a world ruled by cannibalistic PDF demons. »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played16322
« why is your subscription process so absolutely ♥♥♥♥♥♥ up. you have my money, let me play the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ game for ♥♥♥♥ sake. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played10631
« Been Playing for a few days wit my friend it was worth the buy . endless quest to get lost in. i am recovering from a stroke to the brain this is helping me recover and keep my mind focus on tasks »
👍 anonymous review · 78 h played441676
« Was easier to file my taxes than it was to try and log into this game. Gonna have reoccurring nightmares about Mog Station for the rest of my life »
👎 anonymous review · 23 h played4421
« Great game. Genuinely my favorite game. Unfortunately, my husband refuses to play with me. Very sad. 1833 hours played. Alone. »
👍 anonymous review · 2138 h played2211
« If you ever decide to take a break from the game, good luck trying to log into your Square Enix account »
👎 anonymous review · 55 h played12221
« Pros - fantastic setting with great narratives and cool content Cons - Playing alone teaches you what proper lonliness feels like »
👍 anonymous review · 1008 h played221
« Dawntrail patch cycle completely killed this game, it's an okay game as a new player but once you catch up you literally have nothing to do. SE decision making has been completely out of touch with the community and it shows. »
👎 anonymous review · 10184 h played2111
« Sometimes I turn on my PC to do something and my muscle memory just opens this game up and I forget everything I had to do... »
👍 anonymous review · 12311 h played1111
« Turns out, you have to pay a monthly fee to even play after the first 30 days on TOP of buying the full game already. »
👎 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« Very solo friendly, and has the best gathering and crafting since Fantasy Life »
👍 anonymous review · 1593 h played1
« A Final Fantasy capable of making non-fans of the series fall in love for the first time, and granting older fans the opportunity to remember their love for it. »
👍 anonymous review · 8441 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
84 % pos · n=37
Content / longevity
82 % pos · n=34
Story / writing
84 % pos · n=31
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=14
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=8
Value for money
14 % pos · n=7
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=4
Performance
67 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay373106
Content / longevity342833
Story / writing312650
Stability / bugs140014
Graphics / art8800
Value for money7106
Multiplayer7700
Interface / UX6015
Audio / music4400
Performance3201

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 322 h on median; those who dislike it: 72 h.

<2h
0 % (n=6)
2-10h
35 % (n=26)
10-25h
67 % (n=39)
>25h
87 % (n=416)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+18 pts) — updates have won players over
Aug 2025 : 59% positive59AugJan 2026 : 68% positive68JanFeb 2026 : 83% positive83FebMar 2026 : 88% positive88MarApr 2026 : 72% positive72AprMay 2026 : 68% positive68MayJun 2026 : 81% positive81JunJul 2026 : 83% positive83Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€0.00€12.74€25.49€38.24€50.9920162017201820192020202120222023202420252026€4.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Jun 24, 2015 · All-time low: €4.99 (Jan 21, 2016)

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Popular streamers

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Small streamers to support

LIVE AbdelKdR 22 viewers · FR — OMG DECOUVERTE DU JEU| !Eneba !Horus !clip !lurk !xLIVE JiPiTvGaming 4 viewers · FR — 🌅🎮 FFXIV – ON POURSUIT L’AVENTURE DANS DAWNTRAIL ! 🎮🌅LIVE PaPi_Mario_ 3 viewers · FR — --> FFXIV - (Monde Aether- Serveur Gilgamesh) Leveling - FR/QC - sur Linux CachyOS <--LIVE らにっくす 81 viewers · JA — 【 ✅Drops 】クレセントアイル:北征編 🧭🗺️ サブスクライバー参加OK【 © SQUARE ENIX / @LANIXXX03 / #1600 】

Streams snapshot from 01/08 à 06h06

Popular clips

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Strengths

  • The story and lore drive the praise: 26 positive mentions out of 31
  • Graphics and audio earn flawless reviews: 8 and 4 positive mentions respectively, with zero negatives
  • Multiplayer cohesion shines through: 7 out of 7 mentions describe it as seamless and rewarding
  • Content depth keeps veterans engaged: 28 positive mentions out of 34 highlight expansive endgame

Weaknesses

  • Bugs and crashes linger despite updates: 14 negative mentions and none positive
  • UI frustrates a vocal minority: 5 negative out of 6 mentions
  • Price model draws fire: 6 negative mentions out of 7
  • Performance stutters for a small slice: 1 negative mention alongside 2 positive

Who is it for?

Dedicated MMORPG fans who crave deep storytelling and a thriving community will find their home here. Casual players or those unwilling to commit to subscriptions should steer clear.

Is FINAL FANTASY XIV Online worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 87% of 85,066 Steam reviews are positive (player score 82/100). Most-praised strength: The story and lore drive the praise. Current price: 9,99€.

Verdict

An MMO that just keeps giving; its narrative heart and multiplayer alchemy create a pull no bug report can break. Still, lingering technical issues and pricing tensions remind players this world isn’t perfect—just unforgettable.

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