Final Fantasy XIV Reaches Highest Player Count in Over a Decade with Dawntrail Expansion

The latest expansion and Xbox launch drive record numbers for Square Enix's long-running MMORPG.

Dawntrail marks the highest concurrent player count since the 2013 launch of A Realm Reborn.
SteamDB recorded a peak of 71,208 players, nearing the all-time high of 95,150 from Endwalker in 2021.
The expansion's launch on Xbox Series X|S contributed significantly to the surge in players.
Despite high player numbers, Dawntrail received mixed reviews, particularly regarding its story and writing.
Final Fantasy XIV continues to thrive with over 30 million registered users globally.