Announcing the March Version Update (03/03/2026)

The next version update is scheduled for Tuesday, 10 March.

Read on for a list of items to be added in March.

Regarding Congestion on the Odin World Server (03/03/2026)

FINAL FANTASY XI Producer/Director Yoji Fujito has prepared a special message regarding measures that will be implemented in order to deal with congestion on the Odin World server.

Read on for details.

Treasure Hunter Bounty Campaign (27/02/2026)

The following campaigns will commence on Friday, 13 March, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT)

This time, we plan to split the campaign period into two different installments!

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Campaign Period:
■ Phase 1
Friday, 13 March, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 22 March, at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)

■ Phase 2
Friday, 27 March, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Sunday, 5 April, at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)
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Read on for details.

Announcing the Next Version Update (24/02/2026)

The next version update is scheduled for early March.

With this version update, we are shifting the Trust magic system from a party-support role to one focused on expanding solo play. Going forward, we will continue refining its core mechanics as part of a broader overhaul of the overall system.

As a first step toward this goal, the March version update will implement a new system known as alter ego points that can be used to upgrade the stats of your alter egos.

The Doll Festival (19/02/2026)

The Doll Festival returns for a limited time only!

In each nation, you'll find cherry blossoms blooming, as well as special doll stands set up to celebrate this festive occasion. You can also receive Doll Festival-related items from the moogles once per day (Vana'diel time). Make sure to obtain these uniquely seasonal rewards!

Also, trading a sweet rice cake to a moogle will let you earn up to one #FES dial key per day that can be used with the Gobbie Mystery Box. The #FES dial key allows you to use the Festival Dial, which contains spoils from content such as high-tier mission battlefields and high-tier avatar battlefields.

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Event Period:
Thursday, 26 February, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 9 March, at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)
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Read on for details.

The February 2026 Login Campaign Is Now Underway! (10/02/2026)

The February 2026 Login Campaign Is Now Underway!

■ This month's featured items
- New furnishing: Sachertorte

■ February 2026 recommended alter egos
Cipher: Amchuchu
Cipher: S. Sibyl
Cipher: Brygid
Cipher: Lion
Cipher: Uka

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Point distribution period:
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 2 March 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (GMT)

Point exchange period:
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 9 March 2026, at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)
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Read on for details.

The February Version Update Has Landed! (09/02/2026)

Enjoy the monthly updates to Ambuscade.

Read on for details regarding the version update.

Valentione's Day (06/02/2026)

Valentione's Day is coming to Vana'diel once more!

Help the lovelorn of Vana'diel find people to bring them cheer this season, and assist the chocobos in discovering their ideal mates in order to earn the perfect seasonal rewards.

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Event Period:
Thursday, 12 February, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)
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Read on for details.

Play Seasonal Events to Get Items Such as a Dancer Board and an Eastern Umbrella! (06/02/2026)

There have been countless items added to the game over the years, including some that were available via limited-time events that are not scheduled to return or otherwise only featured limited opportunities to acquire them.

Therefore, we have decided to introduce this special opportunity on a trial basis to either make these items available again or provide an easier, limited-time method to obtain them.

The eligible items this time are the Dancer Board and Eastern Umbrella.





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Event Period:
Thursday, 12 February, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (GMT) to Monday, 9 March 2026 at 2:59 p.m. (GMT)
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Read on for details.

A Challenge from Lion! (04/02/2026)

A special event, "A Challenge from Lion!", is coming on Tuesday, February 10 alongside the February login campaign!

Overcome the trial posed to you by Lion—your stalwart ally against the Shadow Lord—in order to get yourself some stylish equipment!

Read on for details.