Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn officially launched worldwide on Microsoft Windows and PlayStation 3, marking the rebirth of the game after extensive redevelopment.
The first major expansion pack for Final Fantasy XIV introducing a new storyline, regions, and gameplay features was released.
This expansion received critical acclaim for its narrative and gameplay improvements and further expanded the game world and features.
The fourth major expansion continued the story and concluded major narrative arcs, achieving high praise and strong player engagement.