The massively popular MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is coming to Xbox Series S/X, but will you need to be subscribed to Xbox Game Pass to enjoy the game? Here’s everything you need to know about whether or not you’ll need the service.
Here’s everything we know about whether or not you’ll need Xbox Game Pass to play Final Fantasy XIV Online when it officially launches.
Does Final Fantasy XIV need Game Pass on Xbox Series X/S?
“The Free Trial version, including the open beta test, will not require an Xbox Game Pass (Core or Ultimate) plan to play. However, the full Xbox Series X|S version will require an Xbox Game Pass (Core or Ultimate) plan to play.”
This is a surprising choice, as PlayStation Plus isn’t required for the PlayStation versions of the game. Those wishing to visit Eorzea for thefirst time on Xbox Series X/Swill have to double-dip on spending for the game.
Hopefully, exclusive benefits will be available in the Xbox Game Pass version of the game, similar to other online titles. If not, then Microsoft players are getting a worse deal than PlayStation owners.
There’s still time for Microsoft & Square Enix to change their minds regarding this choice. If not, then it may impact Final Fantasy XIV’s chance to win an audience on Xbox Series X/S.
So, that’s everything you need to know about playing FFXIV on Xbox Series X/S. If you’re looking for more FFXIV content, check out some of our guides below:
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Scott Baird is a Games Writer on Dexerto’s UK team, specializing in Pokemon, Baldur’s Gate, Dungeons & Dragons, Final Fantasy, and Magic The Gathering, and Nintendo games. He also has bylines at Cracked, Dorkly, Topless Robot, Screen Rant, The Gamer, and TopTenz.
