Xbox Wire recently announced the commencement of the Final Fantasy 14 open beta for Xbox Series X|S, only to retract the statement shortly thereafter. The confusion surrounding the sudden announcement and subsequent retraction has left fans in a state of uncertainty.
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The original announcement, posted on Xbox Wire, detailed the anticipated open beta's availability on Xbox Series X|S, generating excitement among the gaming community.
However, within an hour of its publication, the post was removed, and Xbox Wire took to Twitter to address the error, acknowledging the mistake and vowing to provide accurate information on the open beta's release at a later date.
Xbox Fans Divided Over Final Fantasy 14 Open Beta Fiasco
Despite the initial disappointment among Xbox fans due to a premature announcement, the anticipation for the upcoming Final Fantasy 14 open beta on Xbox Series X|S remains high. Enthusiasts are eager to explore Eorzea and engage in the grand adventure promised by the MMORPG.
The corrected release date for the open beta is anxiously awaited, as gamers look forward to testing the game's performance and offering valuable feedback to Square Enix. With support for up to 4K resolution on Xbox Series X, the open beta aims to showcase the capabilities of the platform, although details for Xbox Series S are still undisclosed. Progress made during the open beta is expected to carry over to the full release in spring, following a similar model to the PS5 beta in 2021.
Beyond the open beta, Square Enix's plans for the Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail expansion in summer 2024 add to the excitement. Set in the uncharted land of Tural, this expansion heralds a new chapter in the MMORPG, promising players fresh adventures and enticing lore to discover in "The New World."
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