In this article, we will explore the release date of Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5 and highlight the new features and content that players can expect.
Release Date for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5
The much-anticipated Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5: Growing Light will make its initial debut in October 2023. However, it’s worth noting that this patch will be divided into two parts, each with its own release date.
- The first part of the main scenario is expected to launch in October 2023, although the exact date remains undisclosed.
- The second part of the main scenario is slated for release in mid-January 2024, following the Final Fantasy XIV Japanese Fan Festival.
What to Expect in Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5?
While Square Enix has divulged only a limited amount of information about the contents of Patch 6.5, here’s what we know so far:
- New Main Scenario Quests, distributed between the 6.5 and 6.55 patches.
- Fresh Side Stories.
- A new Dungeon named “The Lunar Subterrane.”
- Additional Duty Support for select Dungeons.
Leading up to the release of Patch 6.5, players have several events to engage in. One such event is “The Rising,” running from August 27 until the launch of Patch 6.5. During this event, players can earn rewards such as the “Rising Phoenix” mount and Orchestrion Rolls.
New Features in Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5
While specific details about Patch 6.5 are limited, Square Enix has teased several exciting additions and improvements:
- Additional Duty Support
- Expanded Free Trial/Starter Edition
- Island Sanctuary Updates
- Main Scenario Quests – Growing Light
- New Alliance Raid Dungeon – Myths of the Realm, Part 3: Thaleia
- New Custom Deliveries – Margrat
- New Dungeon – The Lunar Subterrane
- New Fashion Accessories
- New Mounts, Minions, and Emotes
- New PvP Gear
- New Trial – The Abyssal Fracture
- New Unreal Trial – The Singularity Reactor (Unreal)
- Xbox Version Open Beta Testing
Moreover, the following features are planned to arrive in a later patch:
- Crystalline Conflict – New Arena (Patch 6.51)
- Endwalker Tribal Alliance Quests (Patch 6.55)
- FFXIV & Fall Guys Collaboration (Patch 6.5x)
- New Criterion Dungeon – Another Aloalo Island/Another Aloalo Island (Savage) (Patch 6.51)
- New Variant Dungeon – Aloalo Island (Patch 6.51)
- Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures (Patch 6.55)
- Tataru’s Grand Endeavor (Patch 6.55)
- Tool Enhancement Quests – Splendorous Tools (Patch 6.51)
- Weapon Enhancement Quests – Manderville Weapons (Patch 6.55)
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5 Growing Light Key Art
On September 7, Square Enix unveiled the key art for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5: Growing Light. This stunning artwork features familiar characters like Alphinaud, Alisaie, and Y’shtola, leaving players eager to unravel the mysteries it holds and embark on another thrilling chapter in their Final Fantasy XIV journey.
With the release of Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.5: Growing Light in October 2023, players can look forward to an abundance of exciting content and features. Prepare to embark on the next chapter of your Final Fantasy XIV journey and immerse yourself in the ever-expanding world of Eorzea.
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