Closing Fantasy 14 recreation director Naoki Yoshida has delivered a prolonged assertion concerning mod utilization within the MMORPG. The put up, which comes one week after the sudden shutdown of the Mare Synchronos mod by its creator, provides an in depth rationalization of Sq. Enix’s present stance on mods and third-party instruments, with Yoshida offering in depth examples. It is a prolonged learn, however one that may actually be of curiosity to many gamers, whether or not you’ve got ever used FF14 mods or not.
On Friday August 22, the creator of common Closing Fantasy 14 mod Mare Synchronos abruptly introduced its shutdown, citing an unspecified “authorized inquiry.” Mods and third-party instruments are towards the MMORPG’s phrases of service, nevertheless it’s uncommon for Yoshida or Sq. Enix to deal with them instantly. A notable exception to this got here earlier this 12 months, when a software referred to as ‘PlayerScope’ appeared that allowed the gathering of a considerable amount of info referring to participant accounts together with character names, playtime statistics, and in-game conduct.
It is simple to see why gameplay-altering mods that show you how to resolve mechanics will be thought of controversial. Visible mods akin to people who alter the looks of your character or the outfit you are sporting, and might solely be seen in-game by the participant utilizing the mod, are naturally a trickier topic. Mare Synchronos specifically was a standout case, nonetheless, as a result of it allowed collaborating customers to share their modded look with different people who opted into the software.
Yoshida’s new put up, which is titled ‘Concerning mod utilization and tradition,’ is available in simply shy of two,000 phrases. It is framed as a normal overview, giving detailed examples and with no point out of particular mod names, and Sq. Enix goes as far as asking that media retailers and different protection hyperlink on to the entire message moderately than summarizing or offering excerpts. Whereas that is an uncommon request, having learn by the assertion myself, I can respect the will for gamers to see it in full. You are able to do so right here.
Alongside this information comes different particulars in regards to the recreation for gamers to bear in mind. The Promise of Tomorrow particular web site has simply been up to date with some new teasers for FF14 patch 7.31, which launches Tuesday September 2 and can introduce the second Cosmic Exploration vacation spot, Phaenna.
We additionally now have the complete checklist of Fanfest dates for 2026, though the Tokyo showcase working into the beginning of November has induced loads of hypothesis about whether or not we’ll really see 8.0 launch by the top of subsequent 12 months.
With Dawntrail now wrapped up, nonetheless, we will anticipate patch 7.4 to start teasing the long run, so anticipate to get some preliminary glimpses at what may lie forward earlier than 2025 is out. Yoshida even provides one small trace following the conclusion of his message: “For these questioning what comes after the Japan Fanfest… Whereas I am unable to give any particulars simply but, relaxation assured you will not have to attend lengthy.”
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