FFXIV Evercold Release Date, Zephyr Job Details, Physical Collector’s Box, and Crossovers

Publisher Square Enix and producer/director Naoki Yoshida have officially confirmed that Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the MMO’s sixth major expansion, will launch globally on Tuesday, February 23, 2027. Announced during the keynote address at Fan Festival 2026 in Tokyo, the revised launch date represents a slight delay from its initial January 2027 target. The expansion introduces the crossbow-wielding Zephyr ranged DPS job, new regions within the Icebound Realm of the Fourth, and high-profile crossover raids. Early Access begins on Friday, February 19, 2027, for players who pre-order on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

Key Information

• Title: Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold
• Developer & Publisher:Square Enix
• Producer & Director: Naoki Yoshida (Yoshi-P)
• Official Release Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2027
• Early Access Date: Friday, February 19, 2027 (Starts 9:00 AM for pre-orders)
• Pre-Order Launch Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (9:00 AM)
• Target Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Windows / Mac / Steam)
• New Jobs Included: Zephyr (Physical Ranged DPS) & Bastion (Tank)
• Genre: Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG), Fantasy Adventure
• Official Web Portals:Final Fantasy XIV Official Site / Evercold Expansion Hub
• Official Social Outlets:@FF_XIV_EN on X / Final Fantasy XIV YouTube Channel

What Is the New Zephyr Job Introduced in Final Fantasy XIV Evercold?

During the Tokyo Fan Festival 2026 keynote, Square Enix revealed the expansion’s second major combat job, expanding the physical ranged DPS roster alongside Bard, Machinist, and Dancer.

• Combat Style and Companion: The Zephyr combines rapid crossbow marksmanship with tactical aerial support provided by an avian familiar companion named Nephele.
• Lore and Starting Requirements: Hailing from the cold mountain ranges of Ilsabard in northeastern Eorzea, the job features heavy fur-lined equipment tailored for frozen climates. Players can unlock the job’s starting quest in Gridania at level 90.
• Evolved Combat System Integration: Alongside the previously revealed Bastion tank job, the Zephyr is built specifically to operate within the new Evolved Combat Mode system debuting in the 8.0 cycle.

What Are the Pre-Order Incentives, Collector’s Editions, and Physical Boxes?

Pre-orders for Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold open on November 4, 2026, granting immediate access to exclusive digital bonus items alongside Early Access privileges.

• Pre-Order Digital Bonus Items: Players who reserve any edition will receive Halone’s Earring (which grants a 30% experience point boost up to level 100) and the Wind-Up Köttr Minion.
• Digital Collector’s Edition: Includes the Valhallar Odin mount, the Entreat Crystal emote, and the Crystal Skyltborg: Bastion weapon skin.
• Physical Collector’s Box: Features custom artwork by legendary artist Yoshitaka Amano, a Warrior of Light Reaper figure, an Ethos metal keychain, a Köttr plushie, and a Tapestry of the Fourth wall hanging. The physical box does not contain the base game or digital code, allowing players on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo hardware to purchase it standalone alongside their digital platform store order.

What New Regions and Crossover Raids Are Arriving in Evercold?

Evercold takes Warriors of Light into the Icebound Realm of the Fourth, introducing new territories, player hubs, and high-profile franchise collaborations.

• New Zones and Hub City: The expansion introduces the massive Realmships Sessrymnir (Realm of Earth) and Skiðblaðnir (Realm of Wind), alongside Hjartadunur, a vibrant new player hub city located within the Fourth.
• Evangelion Crossover Raid: The 24-player alliance raid series EVANGELION: Ghosts of Desire debuted a new trailer showcasing content inspired by Hideaki Anno’s iconic anime franchise.
• Final Fantasy VII Remake Raid: Creative director Tetsuya Nomura revealed brand-new promotional artwork for Beyond the Lifestream, an 8-player crossover raid celebrating the legacy of Final Fantasy VII Remake.
• Expanded Free Trial: New players can jump into Final Fantasy XIV free of charge through an expanded Free Trial that includes all content from A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, Stormblood, and Shadowbringers up to patch 5.58 with no playtime restrictions.

Warriors of Light can pre-order the expansion across digital platform storefronts or visit the official Final Fantasy XIV Portal to prepare for Early Access on February 19, 2027.