Final Fantasy XIV Previews Patch 4.25 - The Forbidden Land Coming on March 13

Final Fantasy XIV previewed its upcoming 4.25 patch today and with it comes the Forbidden Land, Eureka Anemos, an uncharted island in the Far East. The new area introduces new enemies, quests, and more! The update also introduces additional Hildibrand Adventure quests. Patch 4.25 is scheduled to launch on March 13th, 2018.

Check out the full details of what's coming in 4.25 Below:

• Field Area-Style Gameplay: Up to 144 players may occupy a single instance. Players are encouraged to group up with fellow adventurers to hunt notorious monsters and work towards common goals.
• Player Progression: Players will gain elemental EXP to strengthen their ability to harness the elements, and may also use the new Magia Board feature to customize their elemental affinities to aid them in exploring Eureka.
• Altered Battle Mechanics: Additional strategy is required in battle through an element system, in which players must utilize the Magia Board to change the element affinity of their attack to oppose their enemy’s. Players will customize their Magia Board’s elemental attributes prior to exploration using a Magia Melder, and must carefully consider their setup depending on the goal of the adventure.
• Rewards: Players will occasionally earn protean crystals through exploration of Eureka, and may use them to enhance Eureka weapons and gear with the aid of the famed blacksmith, Gerolt.

Learn more about patch 4.25 on its preview page over at the FFXIV Lodestone. In other FFXIV news, the game's Little Ladies' Day event just started today as well and runs until March 14th. Players can earn 3 new emotes in-game by completing a series of in-game quests!