The fantasy MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV will receive a new 24-player raid in Patch 3.1. Additionally, a new feature for the Grand Companies will be introduced.
In an interview with PcGamesN, the mastermind of Final Fantasy XIV, Naoki Yoshida, hinted that with Patch 3.1, a new raid will also be introduced. It is said to be a 24-player activity about the same size as the Crystal Tower. However, it will not be a traditional raid but will involve airships. Players will land on floating islands and explore them. Anyone can join as long as the 24-player limit is not exceeded.
For the “Grand Companies,” powerful factions in the game that players join, Yoshida also envisions a new feature: here, players will be able to recruit soldiers for the Grand Companies. This will be a new element that expands players’ possibilities.
Mein MMO says: Certainly two interesting pieces of information that will be elaborated on in the coming months. Especially the aspect regarding “soldiers for the Grand Companies” is already sparking discussions. Whether it would be possible to assemble your own NPC party instead of bringing companions from other players and traveling with them.
Whether the new 24-player activity moves away from the classic raid concept and offers an alternative endgame is also being hotly discussed by fans.
