What the FF14 PHP Shutdown Means for Your Subscription
The compensation shows Square Enix is responsive to player concerns, though the return of housing demolition may temper enthusiasm for some. It also sets a precedent for how the company handles future…
The compensation shows Square Enix is responsive to player concerns, though the return of housing demolition may temper enthusiasm for some. It also sets a precedent for how the company handles future…
Key points - Square Enix suspended new logins for Final Fantasy 14 due to a PHP security scare. - Subscribed players will receive one free day of game time starting October 28. - Eligibility requires full game registration and an active subscription as of October 21. - Housing demolition will also resume following the reopening.
Timeline - Earlier this week: PHP security weaknesses cause widespread internet shutdowns, including Steam and FF14 new logins. - Yesterday: Final Fantasy 14 reopens to new logins after security work. - October 23: Square Enix announces compensation of one free day of game time. - October 28: Free game time begins for eligible subscribers.
FAQ
Q: Who qualifies for the free day of game time? A: Players who have the full version of Final Fantasy 14 registered and had an active subscription as of October 21.
Q: When will the free game time be applied? A: The one free day of game time starts on October 28.
Q: Why was FF14 locked down in the first place? A: Square Enix temporarily closed new logins due to a major PHP security scare affecting websites and services worldwide.
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