“Applications are now open for the Windows beta test of Final Fantasy XIV!

You must have a Square Enix account to submit an application for the beta. If you’re one of the lucky applications that gets selected, you’ll be notified via e-mail.

As we’ve heard before, the beta will grow, adding more and more people each round. If your application is not selected for the first round, don’t lose hope! You will still be eligible for other rounds of the beta testing phase! Those that are selected at any point during the beta testing phase will be able to continue to participate until the end of the beta test.

Head over to the application site to sign up!”

Note: At the moment the site is experiencing heavy traffic load and access to the application form may be difficult at this time.

“We are proud to announce that the official trailer for the third add-on scenario, “A Shantotto Ascension—The Legend Torn, Her Empire Born,” is now available for your viewing pleasure!

Head on over to the official site for a preview of the adventure that awaits!”

At Tokyo Game Show (TGS) in Japan a trailer was released for the upcoming add-on for Final Fantasy XI, A Shantotto Ascension.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzDiLkrwE8Q

“We’re pleased to announce that the development and quality assurance teams are hard at work on the new version update, currently on track for an early November release.
With thrilling new episodes of the Wings of the Goddess nation quests, job-related adjustments, added features for Moblin Maze Mongers, an extensive and all-new system involving items, and more, there’s sure to be something for adventurers of all stripes!

Further details will be posted here as the release draws closer, so keep checking this space!”

“Coming 2010. For Beta test details, visit the official site and subscribe to the FFXIV newsletter!”

The trailer can also be found in high quality fashion on the official site under Media > Trailers.

http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com

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