What the Evercold Delay Means for FFXIV Players
The four-week delay pushes Evercold's launch to late February 2027, but players can still get early access and pre-order bonuses. The new job Zephyr and crossover raids add more excitement for the exp…
The four-week delay pushes Evercold's launch to late February 2027, but players can still get early access and pre-order bonuses. The new job Zephyr and crossover raids add more excitement for the exp…
Key points - Final Fantasy XIV Evercold was delayed from January 2027 to February 23, 2027, with early access on February 19, 2027. - The delay was announced at FFXIV Fan Fest in Japan alongside the full opening cinematic for Evercold. - A new ranged DPS job called Zephyr was revealed, using a crossbow and an avian companion. - Pre-orders for Evercold open on November 4, 2026, with bonus items to be revealed later. - Evercold will include a Neon Genesis Evangelion crossover raid, a Final Fantasy VII crossover raid, and a new Tank job called Bastion.
Timeline - April 2026: Evercold initially revealed at North American Fan Fest with a January 2027 release window. - November 4, 2026: Pre-orders for Evercold open with bonus items. - February 19, 2027: Early access for Evercold begins. - February 23, 2027: Evercold officially launches.
FAQ
Q: When does Final Fantasy XIV Evercold come out? A: Evercold launches on February 23, 2027, with early access starting on February 19, 2027.
Q: What is the new job Zephyr in FFXIV? A: Zephyr is a ranged DPS job that uses a crossbow and commands an avian companion for support.
Q: When can I pre-order Evercold? A: Pre-orders open on November 4, 2026, and include bonus items that will be revealed later.
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