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Final Fantasy XIV’ update: Patch 3.5 'The Far Edge of Fate' features new map, abilities, weapons, side quests; Soon to arrive in 'FF XIV

By Kaye Reese | Jan 10, 2017 01:11 AM EST
Sony recently announced that is it releasing a special edition PlayStation 4 Slim edition with a “Final Fantasy XV” theme.
(Photo : YouTube/PlayStation) Sony recently announced that is it releasing a special edition PlayStation 4 Slim edition with a “Final Fantasy XV” theme.

Fans of the beloved "Final Fantasy" series may be all up in arms finishing XV, but Square Enix seems to take on the recent franchise hype as it released a new  trailer for its upcoming Patch 3.5. Titled "The Far Edge of Fate," the upcoming patch update will include a Feast map, dungeons, side quests, gear and equipment, and the now-familiar Garo goods.

Among the changes expected to come with the "Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5: The Far Edge of Fate" also includes the ability to scale Baelsar's Wall with the Warrior of the Light, as well as being able to come into Containment Bay Z1T9 to battle the Primal Zurvan. There will also be a Hard mode of Sohm AI, according to PC Games News.

Improved PvP in 'Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5'

The same publication also reported that player versus player action on "Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5: The Far Edge of Fate" has also been improved. Players from other worlds can now join up to complete raids, Players can also enjoy updates to the Frontline and Duel modes. will also gain access to new gear and new haircuts, and new side quests to sate players' thirst for more thrilling adventures. 

The "Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5: The Far Edge of Fate" will finally allow players will now be able to use the Duty Finder on the Chocobo. Chocobos will also be treated as a pet like a summoner's egi, according to Siliconera.

Some of the quests, according to the same publication, include new Scholasticate, Anima Weapon and Hillbrand quests. The "Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5: The Far Edge of Fate" will also be introducing new minions for the protagonists to face during the campaign. Even more exciting, the franchise will be introducing the new 24-person alliance raids, the Dun Scaith,

"Final Fantasy XIV Patch 3.5: The Far Edge of Fate" will be released in two parts. The first one will arrive on Jan. 17 this year, while the second half will arrive sometime in March. Stay tuned for more details. 

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