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Final Fantasy XIV release date announced: coming August 27th

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The rebirth of Final Fantasy XIV is live, and you can read all about it in our A Realm Reborn review.

Square Enix have officially announced the release date for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, it’s being globally unleashed on August 27th. They’ve also revealed how much the subscription fee will siphon from your wallets: £7.69 and $10.99 respectively. Other confirmed details include an early access for pre-orders, as well as collectors edition.

This is a breakdown of the pre-order incentives:

• Early Access: Access the game servers ahead of the official launch. Get your head start and make your mark in the realm of Eorzea!

• Cait Sith Doll Minion: On sabbatical from Shinra Inc. and looking for adventure, Cait Sith will join your party as a non-combat pet.

• Mog Cap: Show your love of FINAL FANTASY and strut around the world of Eorzea in this Moogle themed hat. Kupo!

For you collectors out there, here’s the bundle of loot in the collectors edition:

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Here’s a video tour of the world of Eorzea: