Among the many rules of FFXIV, one of them requires that players must be active in the game once a week in order to retain their spot and property. Players of the MMORPG play on a monthly subscription of $12.99 USD. The announcement by Square Enix was made in light of the economic implications of the COVID-19 virus and its possible impact on players of FFXIV’s ability to pay the game subscription fees. Related: FFXIV Beginner's Guide: Tips, Tricks, and Explanations

It has since acquired numerous awards and nominations as well as a growing player base. This saw the game being rebranded as Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, much to the approval of players and previous critics. Not without its share of hiccups along the way such as low ratings and poor critical reviews, Square Enix took the plunge and opted for a re-do of the entire game. Final Fantasy XIV, which initially launched in 2010, has become a popular MMORPG title by studio Square Enix.

In the growing impact of the Coronavirus across the globe, there may be some relief for players of Final Fantasy XIV, as demolition of players’ in-game houses has been halted.

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