Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail's Patch 7.0 Preview: New Jobs, Graphics, and More!
With early access just around the corner, Square Enix has unveiled preliminary patch notes for Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail's version 7.0 update, highlighting significant additions and changes to the acclaimed MMORPG. The notes detail the locations for new job quests, system updates, and more, offering a glimpse into the expansive content awaiting players.
Dawntrail, the fifth expansion, marks the beginning of a new saga following Endwalker. It also introduces the game's first major graphical overhaul since A Realm Reborn, taking players to the western continent of Tural, where a succession rite is underway to determine the next ruler. Players will team up with young Hrothgar Wuk Lamat, a candidate for Dawnservant, in this thrilling new adventure. Square Enix encourages players to be mindful of story spoilers on social media.
While the main storyline remains shrouded in secrecy, the preliminary patch notes reveal exciting additions. Future updates will include the Arcadion raid series and the Cenote Ja Ja Gural treasure dungeon. A level 1 quest for a free Fantasia potion will be accessible by speaking to the Medicine Merchant in Ul'dah - Steps of Thal (X:13.4, Y:9.2). The notes also pinpoint the starting locations for the new Viper and Pictomancer job quests: a Worried Weaver in Ul'dah - Steps of Nald (X:9.3, Y:9.2) and a Cheerless Hearer in Old Gridania (X:8.0, Y:10.3), respectively. Various Dawntrail role quests are also mentioned, requiring progression through the main story.
Key Highlights of Patch 7.0:
- Introduction of the Arcadion raid and Cenote Ja Ja Gural treasure dungeon (in later updates).
- A new level 1 quest rewarding a free Fantasia potion in Ul'dah.
- Locations revealed for Viper and Pictomancer Job quests, along with various Dawntrail role quests.
- New craftable items, including housing exterior and furnishings.
- Enhanced graphics with support for AMD FSR and Nvidia DLSS upscaling, and in-game framerate capping.
To mitigate server congestion during early access, data center travel will be restricted for two to four weeks. With Dawntrail's impending release, players are in for countless hours of new content, and the race is on to see who conquers the main storyline first!
