FFXIV to Phase Out PS4 Version by 2028
April 30, 2026 at 18:44
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- PS4 support to end after Patch 8.3 in 2028
- Director emphasizes hardware limits affect gaming experience
- Players encouraged to upgrade to PS5 for optimal play
During the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest, Director Naoki Yoshida revealed plans to retire the PlayStation 4 version of FFXIV in the coming years. The game will maintain its PS4 support through the next expansion, Evercold, launching in January 2027, along with content updates until around Patch 8.3, expected in early 2028.
Yoshida highlighted that the growing size of the game has become challenging for the aging PS4 hardware to handle. He noted, "It will soon be impossible to physically contain all of FFXIV on the PS4 hard drive," urging players to consider transitioning to PlayStation 5. This recommendation stems from the limitations faced due to the PS4's capabilities as the game continues to expand.
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