Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 1790 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 39 out of 1790
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  1. wouldnteven
    Dec 11, 2021
    1
    maybe game is not bad, but i cannot log, since i have a job so cannot start playing at 5 am. :( after work i can only see queues of 7000+ people and this 2002 error... and it is already one week passed and SE said they cannot do anything to the servers. In this case i give up. I cannot say the game you have to wait 5 hours just to login is good.
  2. Mikyto
    Dec 11, 2021
    0
    Absolute failure of a launch being excused by rabid fanboys who have nothing else to do but to argue and defend a six-billion-dollar corporation because they can't get in the game.
    Queues even a week later are long, errors remain. Even the worst WoW launch was sorted out 2-3 days later.
    Rating this 0 as I cannot get into a game that I pay MONTHLY FEE for.
  3. loliance
    Dec 11, 2021
    0
    Awful queue issues on release, and are still issues as I type.
    2002 Error making it nearly impossible to login due to the game without any warning kicking you out from the queue, the queue is meant to keep your place, but it doesn't even if you try to log straight back in.
    Square Enix blaming it due to lack of server hardware available for purchase due to chip supply issues, however    Awful queue issues on release, and are still issues as I type.
    2002 Error making it nearly impossible to login due to the game without any warning kicking you out from the queue, the queue is meant to keep your place, but it doesn't even if you try to log straight back in.

    Square Enix blaming it due to lack of server hardware available for purchase due to chip supply issues, however this has little to do with the login servers, I do not mind waiting for hours in a queue to login but I do mind if the queue randomly removes me and makes me wait again. On the first weekend of release I tried to login for 8 hours without being able to get in.

    If you play early AM you can login and experience the game, unfortunately that is not possible for everyone. A bit disappointed with my main class being changed (summoner) and it doesn't flow very well and end up with 10s+ periods of using a filler spell while waiting for cooldowns.. lost the vast majority of my skills and had much less to replace it with.

    I will update this review as Endwalker progresses and look forward to Square Enix improving the servers or at least the queueing system.    … Expand
  4. killer48
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    One of the best game i have ever played and an incredibly satisfying ending to the story.
  5. Xalphanos
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Its the best mmo ever made and it had a fitting conclusion to end the 10 year story
  6. Jenarian
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    The Story was a very fitting end to this long journey - i can understand people being frustrated about the Login Queues, but once you are through them, it is definitely what you were expecting... Or probably way better!
  7. AbeAbul
    Dec 11, 2021
    0
    Not worth your money, login only possible late at night, game crushes once for every hour.
  8. watata
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    I got to know the MMORPG genre through Final Fantasy XIV, which impressed me for its game history and delicacy with its admirers.

    It can be said that the Endwalker really completes a finale of years of emotions; sadness, happiness, armor and even hate. Many may say that this expansion has many cliches, but human life has cliches; the feelings themselves are special because of this.    I got to know the MMORPG genre through Final Fantasy XIV, which impressed me for its game history and delicacy with its admirers.

    It can be said that the Endwalker really completes a finale of years of emotions; sadness, happiness, armor and even hate.

    Many may say that this expansion has many cliches, but human life has cliches; the feelings themselves are special because of this.

    In my humble personal opinion, Endwalker manages to lead you to countless different feelings, which in the end, they complement each other.

    In short, Endwalker managed to complete an ending to the first major arc of Final Fantasy XIV, but not its last! What mysteries await us in the depths of the stars, in the depths of knowledge!    … Expand
  9. GingerCat77
    Dec 11, 2021
    0
    It's a sad joke, European players can only create a new character late at night or very early in the morning after that queue is huge and every time after a while in the game an unexpected error pops up and you go back to the queue. Any other game developer would be pelted with s... for something like this, but this game is so overrated and full of funboys that nobody cares about it.It's a sad joke, European players can only create a new character late at night or very early in the morning after that queue is huge and every time after a while in the game an unexpected error pops up and you go back to the queue. Any other game developer would be pelted with s... for something like this, but this game is so overrated and full of funboys that nobody cares about it. Everyone explains only that this is normal after the premiere of a new expansion. No, it's not normal, not after paying the monthly fee and bought the expansion. The New World is in better shape than this s...… Expand
  10. Leeswin
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game. Best expansion yet. This is Creative Business Unit 3’s Magnum Opus.
  11. Jonneh
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    A perfect ending. Gameplay, music, story are all top notch. This will be a tough one for any game to beat, let alone another MMO.
  12. japr
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Is it perfect? - No, is it awesome - YES! For me, Endwalker surpases Shadowbringers.
    Yes, there are currently issues with login queues, but once in game, it runs flawlessly. Apart from that I can't complain, it is everything I was hoping from next FFXIV:
    - great storytelling
    - awesome Music
    - beautiful Zones
    And whats more perfect ending for 8 years long saga.
  13. Doushi85
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Amazing story and job system was even more refined than in shadowbringer. Must have for any fans.
  14. nff21
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Its crazy how they tied up loose ends, also when they use "risky move" i was skeptical since it often make game/movie worse, but damn endwalker executed it nicely. Then the soundtrack? wow its really amazing how they combined all previous expansion music as indication of our journey from arr to ew its so awesome and especially the music at last zone holy **** that hits really hard.Its crazy how they tied up loose ends, also when they use "risky move" i was skeptical since it often make game/movie worse, but damn endwalker executed it nicely. Then the soundtrack? wow its really amazing how they combined all previous expansion music as indication of our journey from arr to ew its so awesome and especially the music at last zone holy **** that hits really hard. Subcribing to ffxiv is the best life decision i ever made. Now can someone erase my ew playthrough from my memory? i want to repeat those experience LOL… Expand
  15. byrrnot32
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    This is absolutely the perfect end for a 10 years trip.
    The real vote of this game for me is 9.7
  16. Lucenzo
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    A massively long story driven semi-single player experience (you can do all dungeons with your fellow "Trust" NPC's) with very fun endgame that challenges even the biggest no-lifers with its "Ultimate" content.

    Yoshi-P is a God.
  17. Torexid
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    What a wonderful way to end the tale of Hydaelyn and Zodiark.
    The music is another masterpiece.
  18. icicleflowers
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    What a journey... I thought Shadowbringers is the highest this game can get. I was wrong. They have done it again.
  19. Risu_XIV
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Despite the worries if Endwalker can be as good as Shadowbringers, YoshiP team managed to accomplish the impossible and make even better expansion. It's absolutely the best game i have ever played and beautiful lesson of humanism that will always give me motivation to push forward in the moments of doubt in life. As many people say this game changed my life for better. Absolute masterpieceDespite the worries if Endwalker can be as good as Shadowbringers, YoshiP team managed to accomplish the impossible and make even better expansion. It's absolutely the best game i have ever played and beautiful lesson of humanism that will always give me motivation to push forward in the moments of doubt in life. As many people say this game changed my life for better. Absolute masterpiece that goes beyond just gameplay or story. The deserved final chapter to the journey that began 11 years ago and every part of it led to this moment.… Expand
  20. Kumomeme
    Dec 11, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the story start slow, like a slow burn but later it gradually moving up nicely. i love the message and theme of the game where 'imperfection is where the beauty lies'. telling us that chasing perfection wont guaranteed happiness. all the pain, sorrow, despair is exist along side happiness and by acknowledging it human can move foward. great character development and interaction overall. only my complaint is the Zodiark which is teased since beginning merely end up as plot device while Zenos who i expected would get 'fix' its bland character writer prior to Stormblood end up just same character overall with tiny character development which is i dont think matter much. too bad or the final fight would be much better, could even rival the iconic Cloud vs Sephiroth moment in VII.

    Music is amazing. Soken deliver it again. overall it topped Shadowbringers. amazing work. im glad to be part of the community. experiencing the the game is big 'priveledges'to me since for lot of people, MMO label is biggest barrier for them to try the game. im glad to know and support the developers. it all well pay off in great experience and emotion roller coaster in the game. thank you!    … Expand
  21. Hsgw
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Easily the best MMO, and one of the best narratives out there. It’s worth going through the base game to reach Endwalker.
  22. ydo22
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Loved every single bit of it, absolutely incredible.
    Feels like a part of my soul died.
  23. Tyraelswrath
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Amazing. Some of the best writing and story telling I've seen in a very long time.
  24. DanishNinja
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Although a very different story compared to the previous expansion, Endwalker manages to successfully tie up the storylines, dating all the way back to 2.0. There definitely is some filler quests- more than in Shadowbringers, but even so they still manage to be relevant for the story, so I can see why they put them in, even though they're not a lot of fun to do.
  25. dnlimraz
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    A great finale to the Hydaelyn and Zodiark gran saga. Definitely worth it if you invest a lot of the time on the msq and also the side content stories like the raid and alliance. Progression of the story feels so much smoother aside from some " follow someone " quest. Music wise is SUPERB as expected and the dungeon design is so much colorful and detail compare to previous expansion.A great finale to the Hydaelyn and Zodiark gran saga. Definitely worth it if you invest a lot of the time on the msq and also the side content stories like the raid and alliance. Progression of the story feels so much smoother aside from some " follow someone " quest. Music wise is SUPERB as expected and the dungeon design is so much colorful and detail compare to previous expansion. Overall a solid 10/10.… Expand
  26. wooso
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    The story has some (surprising) flavors and twists to it which are maybe liked or not liked, but it's done in the best way possible by the developers.
    Overall, it's really fulfilling and, at least, on the same "epicness" level that shadowbringers brought us. After finishing it, I got some post-series depression like in my favoritve tv show, so I think it worked out well.
    Music, art,    The story has some (surprising) flavors and twists to it which are maybe liked or not liked, but it's done in the best way possible by the developers.
    Overall, it's really fulfilling and, at least, on the same "epicness" level that shadowbringers brought us. After finishing it, I got some post-series depression like in my favoritve tv show, so I think it worked out well.

    Music, art, zones - no bugs, experience was on of the best I had in gaming.

    Only negative things I could find:
    Queue times were bad but already dropping to an acceptable level.
    I would say the engine is a bit outdated now.

    But the positive things are overshadowing all this by a large margin.    … Expand
  27. avk38
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Most amazing gaming experience I have ever had in my life. Much love to the development team that have poured their heart and soul into this finale.
  28. sable10
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    As always, they hit it out of the park with this one. Amazing story telling! I thought it couldn’t get any better with Shadowbringers. It’s on-par or even better! Come experience this game with us!
  29. H4RD5R
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Aside from the server issues, which should not be included in ur review btw. This expansion is absolutely the best story I have experienced in any video game. The new additions to jobs, systems, new ost, raids and trials are absolutely amazing without a doubt. This sets the new benchmark for an mmo expansion.
  30. grot00
    Dec 11, 2021
    6
    A good end to a long and epic story. Sadly it has serious pacing issues, plot holes, ass pulled solutions, and underdeveloped plot points that end before they properly start. If they had more time, or maybe spent time on polishing these flaws instead of adding so much filler and stupid stealth/tailing mechanics it could have easily been a 9. Shadowbringers prepared the table for a fineA good end to a long and epic story. Sadly it has serious pacing issues, plot holes, ass pulled solutions, and underdeveloped plot points that end before they properly start. If they had more time, or maybe spent time on polishing these flaws instead of adding so much filler and stupid stealth/tailing mechanics it could have easily been a 9. Shadowbringers prepared the table for a fine dinner. Endwalker put a burger on it. A good burger mind you. But i expected much more. The only sadness and tears they managed to get from me is from how i feel they wasted and butchered the great story and characters Shadowbringers prepared.… Expand
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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Impulsegamer
    Mar 28, 2022
    90
    If you didn’t like FFXIV before now, Endwalker will do nothing to change your mind. But if you’re in, this emotional rollercoaster will be rolling towards a satisfying conclusion, that absolutely will not disappoint.
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  2. Gamepressure
    Feb 9, 2022
    95
    FFXIV is currently the best MMORPG available. The main reason is because it’s RPG first, MMO second. The story isn’t just an afterthought, but an integral part of the experience, and everything else revolves around the tale of the Warrior of Light. It’s logical, well-planned, and presented with great, voiced (or not) cut-scenes.
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  3. Everyeye.it
    Jan 24, 2022
    95
    Final Fantasy XIV closes its first colossal story arc with an exceptional expansion.
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