Final Fantasy XIV Evercold Delayed to February 2027
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The upcoming expansion Final Fantasy XIV Evercold has been postponed, with a new release date set for February 23, 2027, and early access available from February 19, 2027. This announcement was made during the FFXIV Fan Fest in Japan, where further details about the expansion were revealed.
Release Date Update
Final Fantasy XIV Evercold was initially scheduled for launch in January 2027, but players will now have to wait an additional four weeks. The new release date is February 23, 2027, with early access beginning on February 19, 2027.
Fan Fest Announcements
This delay was announced alongside the unveiling of the expansion's full trailer during the FFXIV Fan Fest event in Japan. Director and producer Naoki Yoshida shared insights into the expansion's features and the direction of the ongoing storyline as FFXIV transitions to version 8.0.
Pre-Orders and New Content
Pre-orders for Evercold will open on November 4, 2026, and will include various bonus items. The event also introduced a new ranged DPS job named Zephyr, utilizing a crossbow and an avian companion for support. Additional content includes crossover raids with Neon Genesis Evangelion and Final Fantasy VII, along with a new Tank Job named Bastion.
For fans eagerly awaiting the expansion, further details will be disclosed during the Fan Fest keynote.