FFXIV Director Confirms Switch 2 Performance and Mouse
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Key Points:
- Final Fantasy XIV will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August 2026, featuring a separate subscription model with a 50% discount for existing subscribers on other platforms.
- The Switch 2 version will support mouse and keyboard controls, including built-in mouse support via Joy-Con, but the director recommends using a controller for high-level content like Savage raids.
- The game will target 30 frames per second on Switch 2, with potential frame rate drops in crowded towns, prioritizing stable performance over higher frame rates.
- Handheld mode will allow players to engage in casual activities like gathering and crafting, aligning with the upcoming Evercold expansion's shift to a weekly content cycle.
- Nintendo Switch Online subscription is not required to play FFXIV on Switch 2, and the game's free trial now includes content up to the Shadowbringers expansion with some in-game restrictions.
