Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers Player Count and Stats (2024)

Final Fantasy XIV Shadowbringers statistics player count factsHere are a few of the most interesting Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers facts and stats I was able to dig up including player counts. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers player count:

2 million players

Last updated 4/5/21


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Game Description

“Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers” is an expansion for the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) “Final Fantasy XIV.” Developed and published by Square Enix, the expansion continues the epic story of the game, introducing new content, features, and a captivating narrative.

Released in 2019, “Shadowbringers” brings players to the realm of Norvrandt, a parallel world to the main game’s setting. In this expansion, players are tasked with becoming the Warrior of Darkness, battling against an otherworldly threat that threatens to engulf Norvrandt in darkness.

The expansion offers a wealth of new content, including:

  1. New Jobs: “Shadowbringers” introduces two new playable jobs: Gunbreaker (a tank class) and Dancer (a ranged physical DPS class), expanding the range of playstyles available to players.

  2. Level Cap Increase: The level cap is raised from 70 to 80, allowing players to further develop their characters and unlock new abilities and traits.

  3. New Areas: Norvrandt features several new zones for players to explore, each with its own distinct environments, landscapes, and storylines.

  4. Main Scenario Quests: “Shadowbringers” brings a continuation of the main storyline, filled with rich narrative content, compelling characters, and dramatic moments.

  5. New Dungeons, Trials, and Raids: The expansion includes a variety of new dungeons, challenging trials, and epic raids that offer both story-driven experiences and end-game content for players.

  6. Trust System: The Trust System allows players to form parties with AI-controlled companions for dungeon content, giving players an alternative to partying with other players.

  7. New Gameplay Mechanics: “Shadowbringers” introduces new gameplay mechanics, including the addition of role quests that offer unique storylines for each role (tank, healer, DPS), and various quality-of-life improvements.

  8. New Races and Customization Options: Players can create characters of the new Viera and Hrothgar races, each with their own unique aesthetics and customization options.

  9. New Music and Art: The expansion features a new musical score composed by Masayoshi Soken, as well as stunning new art and environments that capture the essence of Norvrandt.

  10. Crystal Exarch: The enigmatic Crystal Exarch plays a central role in the expansion’s story, guiding players through the challenges they face in Norvrandt.

“Shadowbringers” has been widely praised by both players and critics for its captivating storytelling, engaging gameplay content, and the expansion of the “Final Fantasy XIV” universe. It has contributed to the game’s continued popularity and reputation as one of the standout MMORPG experiences in the genre.

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