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Final Fantasy XIV Hits Switch 2 August 2026, New Subscription

4/25/2026

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Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026.
The Switch 2 version will need a separate purchase and subscription even for current players.
Existing members receive a 50 % discount on the Switch 2 subscription fee and do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Square Enix will provide a free one-month “Early Access” soft launch before the full public release.

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Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026.
The Switch 2 version will need a separate purchase and subscription even for current players.
Existing members receive a 50 % discount on the Switch 2 subscription fee and do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Square Enix will provide a free one-month “Early Access” soft launch before the full public release.