Square Enix revealed that their popular MMORPG, "Final Fantasy XIV Online," is expanding with "Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail," set to release on July 2. Gamers eager to explore new lands can pre-order starting March 26, securing Early Access from June 28. A range of pre-order bonuses, including the Wind-up Zidane Minion and Azeyma's Earrings, which increase EXP gain by 30% up to level 90, have been announced to delight fans of "Final Fantasy IX". The expansion also introduces a higher level cap, new jobs, areas, dungeons, and battle content. The Collector's Edition offers both digital and physical collectibles such as an art box, figure, and more. Standard editions are priced at $39.99, Digital Collector's editions at $59.99, and the inclusive PC/Mac Collector's Edition will be available for $214.99. The expansion's narrative takes players to the continent of Tural in a mission filled with unexpected adventures.

What are the benefits of pre-ordering "Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail"?

Pre-ordering "Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail" grants players Early Access to the expansion three days prior to the official release, exclusive in-game items like the Wind-up Zidane Minion and Azeyma's Earrings for bonus EXP, and depending on the edition, additional physical and digital collector's items.

"Final Fantasy XIV" has long been celebrated for its compelling storytelling, robust content, and strong community engagement. Since its rebirth in "A Realm Reborn," the game has regularly released major expansions such as "Heavensward," "Stormblood," "Shadowbringers," and "Endwalker," each bringing significant contributions to the game's lore and mechanics. The inclusion of "Final Fantasy IX" themed items in "Dawntrail" continues the tradition of interweaving iconic elements from the franchise's history, ensuring that longtime fans and newcomers have exciting new experiences in a constantly evolving world.