<h2>Overview</h2><p>Biomutant is an action role-playing game developed by <a href="/experiment-101-ab/3010-14632/" data-ref-id="3010-14632">Experiment 101</a> and published by <a href="/thq-nordic/3010-7138/" data-ref-id="3010-7138">THQ Nordic</a> for <a href="/pc/3045-94/" data-ref-id="3045-94">PC</a>, <a href="/xbox-one/3045-145/" data-ref-id="3045-145">Xbox One</a>, and <a href="/playstation-4/3045-146/" data-ref-id="3045-146">PlayStation 4</a>.</p><h2>System Requirements</h2><h3>PC</h3><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">PC Minimum</th><th scope="col">PC Recommended</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Operating System: Windows 7 or higher (64 bit)</li><li>Processor: 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5-750 or 3.2 GHz AMD Phenom II X4 955</li><li>Memory: 4 GB RAM</li><li>Graphics: 2 GB Direct3D 11 capable video card (GeForce GTX 780 or Radeon R280)</li><li>DirectX: Version 11</li><li>Storage: 10 GB available space</li></ul></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table><h2>External Links</h2><ul><li><a href="https://biomutant.com/" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Biomutant Official Site</a></li></ul>

A "virtual arcade" compilation featuring 32 of Capcom's classic arcade games. It includes 1943: The Battle of Midway free-of-charge, with others purchasable in groups of 10.

<h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>Capcom Arcade Stadium is a <a href="/free-to-play/3015-1308/" data-ref-id="3015-1308">free-to-play</a> "virtual arcade" compilation developed and digitally released by <a href="/capcom/3010-367/" data-ref-id="3010-367">Capcom</a> for the <a href="/nintendo-switch/3045-157/" data-ref-id="3045-157">Nintendo Switch</a> on February 17, 2021. It will be released for the <a href="/xbox-one/3045-145/" data-ref-id="3045-145">Xbox One</a>, <a href="/playstation-4/3045-146/" data-ref-id="3045-146">PlayStation 4</a>, and <a href="/pc/3045-94/" data-ref-id="3045-94">PC</a> at a later date.</p><p>The platform offers 32 <a href="/arcade/3045-84/" data-ref-id="3045-84">arcade</a> games released by Capcom, most of which used <a href="/cps/3015-2020/" data-ref-id="3015-2020">CP System and CP System II</a> hardware. Other than <a href="/1943-the-battle-of-midway/3030-18188/" data-ref-id="3030-18188">1943: The Battle of Midway</a> (which is included free-of-charge), the games have to be purchased in sets of 10 (each corresponding to a different arcade game era), with the game <a href="/ghosts-n-goblins/3030-17031/" data-ref-id="3030-17031">Ghosts 'n Goblins</a> available as a bonus if all three packs are purchased (or as a separate purchase).</p><p>As with other modern <a href="/emulation/3015-1587/" data-ref-id="3015-1587">emulation</a>-based compilations, Capcom Arcade Stadium includes adjustable game options, multiple visual filters, adjustable game speed (including <a href="/time-rewind/3015-7676/" data-ref-id="3015-7676">rewind</a> and fast-forward), <a href="/quicksaving/3015-2127/" data-ref-id="3015-2127">quicksave/quickload</a>, and online leaderboards (with multiple ranking play modes, including score attack and time attack). It also includes a global "CASPO" score, which tracks the player's overall efficiency in all games.</p><p>In addition to multiple visual filters and wallpaper options, the game includes a "3D" option that allows players to play the game as if they were in front of an <a href="/arcade-cabinet/3055-1232/" data-ref-id="3055-1232">arcade cabinet</a>. Along with a generic upright cabinet, the game includes accurate recreations of Capcom's <a href="https://wiki.arcadeotaku.com/w/Capcom_Status_18" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Status</a>, <a href="https://wiki.arcadeotaku.com/w/Capcom_Mini_Cute" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Mini Cute</a>, and <a href="https://wiki.arcadeotaku.com/w/Capcom_Impress" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Impress</a> cabinets. The </p><h2>Game List</h2><p>The compilation includes 32 titles, with both English and Japanese versions. Two of these titles, <a href="/trojan/3030-14800/" data-ref-id="3030-14800">Trojan</a> and <a href="/mercs/3030-10360/" data-ref-id="3030-10360">Mercs</a>, use their Japanese titles in both versions (<em>Tatakai no Banka</em> and <em>Senjo no Okami II</em>).</p><ul><li><a href="/1943-the-battle-of-midway/3030-18188/" data-ref-id="3030-18188">1943: The Battle of Midway / 1943: Midway Kaisen</a> - Included for free.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="/ghosts-n-goblins/3030-17031/" data-ref-id="3030-17031">Ghosts 'n Goblins / Makaimura</a> - Bonus game for those who purchased all three Packs. Available as separate purchase.</li></ul><h3>Pack 1: Dawn of the Arcade (’84 – ’88)</h3><ul><li><a href="/vulgus/3030-20693/" data-ref-id="3030-20693">Vulgus</a></li><li><a href="/pirate-ship-higemaru/3030-14354/" data-ref-id="3030-14354">Pirate Ship Higemaru</a></li><li><a href="/1942/3030-10466/" data-ref-id="3030-10466">1942</a></li><li><a href="/commando/3030-6850/" data-ref-id="3030-6850">Commando / Senjo no Okami</a></li><li><a href="/section-z/3030-1432/" data-ref-id="3030-1432">Section Z</a></li><li><a href="/trojan/3030-14800/" data-ref-id="3030-14800">Tatakai no Banka</a></li><li><a href="/legendary-wings/3030-7717/" data-ref-id="3030-7717">Legendary Wings / Aresu no Tsubasa: The Legendary Soldiers</a></li><li><a href="/bionic-commando/3030-26481/" data-ref-id="3030-26481">Bionic Commando</a></li><li><a href="/forgotten-worlds/3030-14220/" data-ref-id="3030-14220">Forgotten Worlds</a></li><li><a href="/ghouls-n-ghosts/3030-12381/" data-ref-id="3030-12381">Ghouls 'n Ghosts / Daimakaimura</a></li></ul><h4>Pack 2: Arcade Revolution (’89 – ’92)</h4><ul><li><a href="/strider/3030-26410/" data-ref-id="3030-26410">Strider / Strider Hiryu</a></li><li><a href="/dynasty-wars/3030-3772/" data-ref-id="3030-3772">Dynasty Wars / Tenchi wo Kurau</a></li><li><a href="/final-fight/3030-6722/" data-ref-id="3030-6722">Final Fight</a></li><li><a href="/1941-counter-attack/3030-22852/" data-ref-id="3030-22852">1941: Counter Attack</a></li><li><a href="/mercs/3030-10360/" data-ref-id="3030-10360">Senjo no Okami II</a></li><li><a href="/mega-twins/3030-7238/" data-ref-id="3030-7238">Mega Twins / Chiki Chiki Boys</a></li><li><a href="/carrier-air-wing/3030-21737/" data-ref-id="3030-21737">Carrier Air Wing / U.S. Navy</a></li><li><a href="/street-fighter-ii-the-world-warrior/3030-243/" data-ref-id="3030-243">Street Fighter II: The World Warrior</a></li><li><a href="/captain-commando/3030-9663/" data-ref-id="3030-9663">Captain Commando</a></li><li><a href="/varth-operation-thunderstorm/3030-21735/" data-ref-id="3030-21735">Varth: Operation Thunderstorm</a></li></ul><h4>Pack 3: Arcade Evolution (’92 – ’01)</h4><ul><li><a href="/warriors-of-fate/3030-30397/" data-ref-id="3030-30397">Warriors of Fate / Tenchi wo Kurau II: Sekiheki no Tatakai</a></li><li><a href="/street-fighter-ii-turbo-hyper-fighting/3030-8161/" data-ref-id="3030-8161">Street Fighter II': Hyper Fighting / Street Fighter II' Turbo: Hyper Fighting</a></li><li><a href="/super-street-fighter-ii-turbo/3030-1251/" data-ref-id="3030-1251">Super Street Fighter II Turbo / Super Street Fighter IIX: Grand Master Challenge</a></li><li><a href="/armored-warriors/3030-30363/" data-ref-id="3030-30363">Powered Gear: Strategic Variant Armor Equipment</a></li><li><a href="/cyberbots-fullmetal-madness/3030-15754/" data-ref-id="3030-15754">Cyberbots: Fullmetal Madness</a></li><li><a href="/19xx-the-war-against-destiny/3030-20755/" data-ref-id="3030-20755">19XX: The War Against Destiny</a></li><li><a href="/battle-circuit/3030-30421/" data-ref-id="3030-30421">Battle Circuit</a></li><li><a href="/giga-wing/3030-22712/" data-ref-id="3030-22712">Giga Wing</a></li><li><a href="/1944-the-loop-master/3030-25613/" data-ref-id="3030-25613">1944: The Loop Master</a></li><li><a href="/progear/3030-28233/" data-ref-id="3030-28233">Progear / Progear no Arashi</a></li></ul><p> </p>

Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection, Blizzard Arcade Collection, and Capcom Arcade Stadium

Erica is a choose-your-own-adventure style game for Sony's PlayLink series on PS4.

The second MMO in the Final Fantasy series, famous for its tumultuous launch and subsequent rebirth by a new development team.

<h2>Overview</h2><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1523062" data-size="medium" data-ratio="0.625" data-width="1680" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 1680px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:62.5%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1523062"><img alt="Final Fantasy XIV takes place in the new world of Hydaelyn." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg 1680w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg 960w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/2352/1523062-1284491364.jpg 480w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480"></a><figcaption>Final Fantasy XIV takes place in the new world of Hydaelyn.</figcaption></figure><p>Final Fantasy XIV is the second MMORPG to be released as a part of <a href="/square-enix/3010-104/" data-ref-id="3010-104">Square Enix's</a> <a href="/final-fantasy/3025-194/" data-ref-id="3025-194">Final Fantasy</a> series, following in the footsteps of <a href="/final-fantasy-xi-online/3030-11142/" data-ref-id="3030-11142">Final Fantasy XI</a>. The game in its current iteration is a fully redesigned relaunch of the original version, which was released in 2010. The relaunch, subtitled "A Realm Reborn" was released on August 27, 2013 on <a href="/playstation-3/3045-35/" data-ref-id="3045-35">PlayStation 3</a> and <a href="//www.giantbomb.com/pc/3045-94/" data-ref-id="3045-94">PC</a>. Following the release, versions for <a href="//www.giantbomb.com/playstation-4/3045-146/" data-ref-id="3045-146">PlayStation 4</a>, <a href="/mac/3045-17/" data-ref-id="3045-17">OS X</a>, and <a href="/playstation-5/3045-176/" data-ref-id="3045-176">PlayStation 5</a> would be introduced.</p><p>Since relaunching, the game has received several expansion packs, including <a href="/final-fantasy-xiv-heavensward/3030-48901/" data-ref-id="3030-48901">Heavensward</a>, <a href="/final-fantasy-xiv-stormblood/3030-56662/" data-ref-id="3030-56662">Stormblood</a>, <a href="/final-fantasy-xiv-shadowbringers/3030-71550/" data-ref-id="3030-71550">Shadowbringers</a>, and <a href="/final-fantasy-xiv-endwalker/3030-82565/" data-ref-id="3030-82565">Endwalker</a>. Each of these expansions has brought with it new character classes, new areas, and new campaigns. As of the 5.3 update, Heavensward was made free to all players, alongside all classes and quests present in the expansion.</p><h2>Original Release and Reaction</h2><p>Final Fantasy XIV "Version 1.0" began its first stage of alpha testing on March 10th, 2010, with a second stage on June 10th, 2010. Closed beta testing began on July 13th, 2010, and the game's open beta started on September 2nd, 2010. The game launched with a Limited Collector's Edition on September 22nd, 2010, and the standard edition launched on September 30, 2010 worldwide on <a href="/pc/3045-94/" data-ref-id="3045-94">Windows</a> PC platforms. The game was not released as a part of Square Enix's <a href="/playonline/3015-1540/" data-ref-id="3015-1540">PlayOnline</a> service that Final Fantasy XI operates under, but under a new "Square Enix Account" system planned for use with all future Square Enix online titles.</p><p>Upon its release, Final Fantasy XIV was savaged by critics and players alike for dull, tedious, and outdated gameplay. The response was so severe that Square Enix president <a href="/youichi-wada/3040-48566/" data-ref-id="3040-48566">Youichi Wada</a> publicly apologized for the game's quality. The game's development team was soon reorganized, with the free trial period being extended while the company made efforts to improve the title.</p><p>The PlayStation 3 version of the game was put on indefinite hold, while the title's many faults were addressed.</p><h2>A New Leader and A Realm Reborn</h2><p>Following the game's extremely negative reception, widespread internal changes occurred as the Final Fantasy XIV development team attempted to respond to the game's criticism. Among a number of other changes, this internal turmoil led the game's producer, <a href="/hiromichi-tanaka/3040-61873/" data-ref-id="3040-61873">Hiromichi Tanaka</a>, and director, <a href="/nobuaki-komoto/3040-92945/" data-ref-id="3040-92945">Nobuaki Komoto</a>, to leave their roles on the game. Filling in both roles would be <a href="/naoki-yoshida/3040-99324/" data-ref-id="3040-99324">Naoki Yoshida</a>, then a relative unknown among fans of Square Enix titles.</p><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/1665/2305524-a_realm_reborn.jpeg" data-ref-id="1300-2305524" data-size="medium" data-ratio="0.56231884057971" data-width="690" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 690px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:56.2%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/1665/2305524-a_realm_reborn.jpeg" data-ref-id="1300-2305524"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305524-a_realm_reborn.jpeg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/1665/2305524-a_realm_reborn.jpeg 690w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305524-a_realm_reborn.jpeg 480w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480"></a></figure><p>Following his appointment, Yoshida prioritized communication, both internally and with the playerbase, as well as researching modern MMOs rather than basing Final Fantasy XIV on its predecessor. Combined, these led many systems to be removed (Fatigue system, Physical levels, etc.) or reworked (Guildleves), in an attempt to fix the game's poor reception.</p><p>While the changes made to the original game were welcomed, many other changes could not be implemented due to limitations in the original game's engine and servers. These concerns, combined with the potential damage it would do to the Final Fantasy brand were the changes not fixed, caused the team to commit to completely rebuilding the game from the ground up, as a new client originally named Final Fantasy XIV: Version 2.0<i>.</i></p><p>On November 11th, 2012, the original version of the game was shut down. Shortly before the servers were deactivated, a CG trailer was played which concluded the story of the original game while introducing the plot of its subsequent reboot, with Hydaelyn being battered by an onslaught of meteors and nearly being destroyed by <a href="/bahamut/3005-1744/" data-ref-id="3005-1744">Bahamut</a>.</p><p>A few months after the shutdown of the original game's servers, Version 2.0, now known as "A Realm Reborn", entered extensive pre-release testing. Unlike the original release's beta test, where pre-release feedback largely went unanswered, the game underwent a great many changes while in beta testing due to player feedback.</p><p>A Realm Reborn, introduced numerous elements that were not possible in the original game. These include, but are not limited to:</p><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-2305528" data-size="medium" data-ratio="0.5625" data-width="1280" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 1280px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:56.3%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-2305528"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 1280w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 960w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 480w"><noscript><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 1280w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 960w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/1665/2305528-00_final_fantasy_xiv_a_realm_reborn_screenshot_014.jpg 480w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480"></noscript></a></figure><ul><li>Major performance improvements.</li><li>Completely rebuilt maps.</li><li>A new party search feature and cross-server play.</li><li>New player estates, including linkshell/guild housing.</li><li>A completely reworked main scenario.</li><li>A new UI for PC and a controller friendly UI for PlayStation 3, including the support of add-ons for both versions.</li><li><a href="/player-vs-player/3015-346/" data-ref-id="3015-346">Player vs. Player</a> content.</li><li>Delivery Services via <a href="/moogles/3015-497/" data-ref-id="3015-497">moogles</a>.</li><li>The ability for players to jump.</li></ul><p>The relaunched Final Fantasy XIV went on sale August 27, 2013 for Windows and PlayStation 3 in Japan, North America, and Europe simultaneously to nearly universal acclaim, alongside receiving praise for the complete turnaround the title made from the original release.</p><h2>The Armoury System</h2><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1166042" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.382099827883" data-width="581" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 581px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:138.2%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1166042"><img alt="A Blacksmith" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 463px) 100vw, 463px" data-width="463" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg 581w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg 463w"><noscript><img alt="A Blacksmith" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg 581w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/4086/1166042-final_fantasy_xiv_2009_10_08_09_19.jpg 463w" sizes="(max-width: 463px) 100vw, 463px" data-width="463"></noscript></a><figcaption>A Blacksmith</figcaption></figure><p>Reminiscent to the <a href="/job-system/3015-298/" data-ref-id="3015-298">job system</a> used in previous Final Fantasy games, Armoury is the system through which player classes are chosen and swapped between. Rather than directly swapping between classes, however, this <a href="/">class</a> system is tied to weapons. Each weapon type represents a different character class. Selecting a weapon type will grant you basic abilities for the class tied to it. As you fight with that weapon type and use the class abilities it grants, your skill with the weapon will increase, granting you new abilities. At any time, you can change your weapon, switching classes in the process. For example, equipping a staff will activate the conjurer class, while equipping a bow will activate the archer class, and equipping a fishing rod will activate the Fisher class.</p><p>Most classes have an advancement class, a secondary level featuring slight differences and a wider range of abilities. These advancement classes are typically accessible by using a Soul Crystal after reaching a certain level as the associated class. However, certain jobs lack advancement classes, due to being introduced in post-launch expansions, and thus lack advancement classes but begin above Level 1.</p><p>Classes within the Armoury system are further divided into four disciplines: Disciples of War, of Magic, of Hand, and of Land. The combat roles are then grouped into three sub-distinctions: <a href="/damage-per-second/3015-1097/" data-ref-id="3015-1097">DPS</a>, <a href="/tank/3015-438/" data-ref-id="3015-438">tank</a>, and <a href="/healer/3015-188/" data-ref-id="3015-188">healer</a>. </p><h3>Disciplines</h3><p>Disciplines are the different paths of activity and skill that an adventurer may devote themself to. Using the Armoury system, one may switch between classes under all disciplines.</p><h4>Disciples of War</h4><p>Disciples of War is one of the two types of combat class, focusing on physical attacks. Disciple of War is the only type of class to feature tanks, however it lacks any healer class and has few ranged options.</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Weapon</th><th scope="col">Starting Class</th><th scope="col">Advancement Class</th><th scope="col">Role</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Fists</td><td>Pugilist (PGL)</td><td>Monk (MNK)</td><td>Melee DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Polearms</td><td>Lancer (LNC)</td><td>Dragoon (DRG)</td><td>Melee DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Daggers</td><td>Rogue (ROG)</td><td>Ninja (NIN)</td><td>Melee DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Katanas</td><td>Samurai (SAM)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Melee DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Bows</td><td>Archer (ARC)</td><td>Bard (BRD)</td><td>Physical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Firearms</td><td>Machinist (MCH)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Physical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Throwing Weapons</td><td>Dancer (DNC)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Physical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Greataxes</td><td>Marauder (MRD)</td><td>Warrior (WAR)</td><td>Tank</td></tr><tr><td>Swords</td><td>Gladiator (GLA)</td><td>Paladin (PLD)</td><td>Tank</td></tr><tr><td>Greatsword</td><td>Dark Knight (DRK)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Tank</td></tr><tr><td><a href="/gunblade/3055-314/" data-ref-id="3055-314">Gunblade</a></td><td>Gunbreaker (GNB)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Tank</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><h4>Disciples of Magic</h4><p>Disciples of Magic is the second of the two combat class types, focusing on ranged spellcasting. Disciple of Magic is the only type of class to feature healers, and also prominently features ranged DPS, although it lacks a tank class.</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Weapon</th><th scope="col">Starting Class</th><th scope="col">Advancement Class</th><th scope="col">Role</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Staves</td><td>Thaumaturge (THM)</td><td>Black Mage (BLM)</td><td>Magical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Rapiers</td><td>Red Mage (RDM)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Magical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Canes</td><td>Blue Mage (BLU)*</td><td>N/A</td><td>Magical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Books</td><td>Arcanist (ACN)</td><td>Summoner (SMN)</td><td>Magical Ranged DPS</td></tr><tr><td>Books</td><td>Arcanist (ACN)</td><td>Scholar (SCH)</td><td>Healer</td></tr><tr><td>Wands</td><td>Conjurer (CNJ)</td><td>White Mage (WHM)</td><td>Healer</td></tr><tr><td>Star Globes</td><td>Astrologian (AST)</td><td>N/A</td><td>Healer</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blue Mage is the first, and currently only, Limited Class. As a limited class, Blue Mages get increased experience from fighting standard enemies, but can not progress through Main Story Quests, and can not participate in certain activities, like Duty Roulette or PvP.</p><p> </p><h4>Disciples of the Land</h4><p>Disciples of the Land encompasses every gathering class. Disciples of the Land can only be activated after a player reaches at least level 10 in any Disciple of War or Magic class, and can not participate in most combat situations such as Duties and FATEs. Disciples of the Land have unique secondary tools, but lack advancement classes.</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Tool</th><th scope="col">Secondary Tool</th><th scope="col">Class</th><th scope="col">Gathered Material</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Hatchets</td><td>Scythes</td><td>Botanist</td><td>Plants and Wood</td></tr><tr><td>Fishing Rods</td><td>Fishing Tackles</td><td>Fisher</td><td>Fish</td></tr><tr><td>Pickaxes</td><td>Sledgehammers</td><td>Miner</td><td>Ores</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><h4>Disciples of the Hand</h4><p>Disciples of the Hand encompasses every crafting class. Like Disciples of the Land, a player can only become a Disciple of the Hand after reaching at least level 10 in any Disciple of War or Magic class, and can not participate in Duties or FATEs. Disciples of the Hand also lack advancement classes, but have secondary tools.</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Tool</th><th scope="col">Secondary Tool</th><th scope="col">Class</th><th scope="col">Produce</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Alembics</td><td>Mortars</td><td>Alchemist</td><td>Potions and Magic weapons</td></tr><tr><td>Hammers</td><td>Pliers</td><td>Armorer</td><td>Armor</td></tr><tr><td>Hammers</td><td>Files</td><td>Blacksmith</td><td>Weapons and Tools</td></tr><tr><td>Saws</td><td>Hammers</td><td>Carpenter</td><td>Furniture and Wooden tools</td></tr><tr><td>Frying Pans</td><td>Knives</td><td>Culinarian</td><td>Food</td></tr><tr><td>Hammers</td><td>Grinding Wheels</td><td>Goldsmith</td><td>Jewelry</td></tr><tr><td>Knifes</td><td>Awls</td><td>Leatherworker</td><td>Leather armor and Accessories</td></tr><tr><td>Needles</td><td>Spinning Wheels</td><td>Weaver</td><td>Light armor and Cloth accessories</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><h2>Races</h2><p>Final Fantasy XIV has a total of eight playable races to choose from in character creation. The races have different starting attributes, although these differences are slight enough to be negligible. Three races (Au'ra, Viera, and Hrothgar) were added in expansion packs, and are only available to players who own the associated pack. However, since Heavensward was made free as of the 5.3 update, Au'ra can be made by all players, since all players have Heavensward.</p><h3>Elezen</h3><p>The Elezen are nomadic people whose race used to lay total claim over the land of Eorzea and predated all the other races on the lands of Eorzea. Beleiving this prominence to be ordained by the gods, they came to develop an esteemed sense of honor and pride. The Elezen are a characteristically tall, sporting slim physiques and large ears, which are so sensitive they can discern the squeak of a field mouse from several malms out.</p><p>Elezen players can choose between the "Wildwood" and "Duskwight" variants.</p><h3>Lalafell</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313196" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.2980769230769" data-width="624" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 624px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:129.8%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313196"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px" data-width="493" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 624w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 493w"><noscript><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 624w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313196-_5b00_lalafell_5d00_plainsfolk_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 493w" sizes="(max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px" data-width="493"></noscript></a></figure><p>The diminutive Lalafell were originally a group of agriculturalists that used to live in the south seas. Thanks to transmarine commerce they found their way through the trade routes of Eorzea." Their race now is one of the most populated races in the region of Eorzea. Lalafells are extremely agile and are able to travel long distances due to their legs. Many of the Lalafells are also very intelligent and highly developed individuals. This race continues to be one of the friendliest races welcoming any outsider.</p><p>Lalafell players can choose between the "Plainsfolk" and "Dunesfolk" variants.</p><p>Lalafell are similar to the <a href="/">Tarutaru</a> race from Final Fantasy XI.</p><h3>Hyur</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313189" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.5636363636364" data-width="550" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 550px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:156.4%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313189"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px" data-width="409" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 550w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 409w"><noscript><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 550w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313189-_5b00_hyur_5d00_midland_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 409w" sizes="(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px" data-width="409"></noscript></a></figure><p>The Hyur traveled across the sea to Eorzea from neighboring continents. Three massive migratory waves gave this race the highest population in the land of Eorzea. The Hyur brought massive amounts of technology to Eorzea and drove the cultural and technological progress for all those that reside in Eorzea. They also brought a very complex ethos. The Hyur are extremely focused on the individual and this initially caused a large conflict with the Elezen. Hyur can be found mainly among the Highlanders in the mountainous areas and the Midlanders who live in the lower elevations.</p><p>Hyur players can choose between the "Midlanders" and "Highlanders".</p><p>Hyur are <a href="/human/3015-810/" data-ref-id="3015-810">Human</a> in all but name.</p><h3>Roegadyn</h3><p>The Roegadyn are found in the northern areas of Eorzea. This is where they came from when they landed on the shores of</p><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313204" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.1104356636272" data-width="987" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 987px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:111.0%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313204"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px" data-width="576" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 987w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 960w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 576w"><noscript><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 987w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 960w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313204-_5b00_roegadyn_5d00_seawolves_5f00_m_5f00_bust.jpg 576w" sizes="(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px" data-width="576"></noscript></a></figure><p>Eorzea and remain a maritime people. Members of the race have a large muscular build and highly value competitiveness and unflinching courage. Most Roegadyn remain seaman located in the Limsa Lominsa area. Many have adventured out into the world to become bodyguards, mercenaries and even pirates by trade. Some Roegadyns have moved high up into the mountains of Ul'dah and become known as the Hellsguard, Roegadyn that have mastered magical arts.</p><p>Roegadyn players can choose between the "Seawolf Tribe" and the "Hellsgaurd Tribe" factions.</p><p>Roegadyn are similar to the <a href="/">Galka</a> race from Final Fantasy XI.</p><p>Beginning in A Realm Reborn, female Roegadyn characters were introduced, and are a playable variation of the race.</p><h3>Miqo'te</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313200" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.4759615384615" data-width="624" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 624px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:147.6%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1313200"><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px" data-width="433" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 624w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 433w"><noscript><img alt="No Caption Provided" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 624w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/3/30036/1313200-_5b00_miqo_26002300_39_3b00_te_5d00_seekersofthesun_5f00_f_5f00_bust.jpg 433w" sizes="(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px" data-width="433"></noscript></a></figure><p>The Miqo'te originated from hunting tribes that found Eorzea's seas turning the "Age of Endless Frost". At that time the land was covered by ice and passage between the islands was possible, which lead to an influx of foreign fauna which were hunted by the descendants of the Miqo'te. The Miqo'te belong to two different groups, the Seekers of the Sun and the nocturnal Keepers of the Moon. Both groups share an olfactory sense and powerful leg musculature which evolved from their past hunting and predation.</p><p>This race chooses to be very isolated and avoids contact with the other races even when they reside in the large populated cities.</p><p>Miqo'te players can choose between the "Seekers of the Sun" and "Keepers of the Moon" factions. Players who play as Miqo'te originally could only play as a female character, despite Square Enix stating that male Miqo'te do exist in the lore of Final Fantasy XIV<i>. </i>This was changed in A Realm Reborn, and male Miqo'te are playable, alongside female Miqo'te.</p><p>Miqo'te are popular among players, due to their similarity to <a href="/feline-humanoid/3015-4588/" data-ref-id="3015-4588">catgirls</a>.</p><p> </p><h3> </h3><h3>Au'Ra</h3><p>The first post-release playable race, Au'Ra were introduced in post-relaunch updates, but were added as a playable race in the Heavensward expansion, and play a more significant role in the Stormblood expansion. Originally from the continent of Othard, the Au'Ra have taken refuge in Eorzea following political unrest in their home continent. They feature scales, horns, and tails, leading some to believe they descend from dragons.</p><p>Au'Ra players can choose between "Raen" and "Xaela" variants.</p><h3><a href="/viera/3015-615/" data-ref-id="3015-615">Viera</a></h3><p>A returning race from <a href="/final-fantasy-xii/3030-11497/" data-ref-id="3030-11497">Final Fantasy XII</a>, the Viera were added in the Shadowbringers expansion. Residents of the Othard forests, Viera are a reclusive kind, often living apart even from each other. They are similar to Elezen, although feature long, rabbit-like ears.</p><p>Viera players can choose between "Rava" and "Veena" variants. Originally, only female viera were playable, despite male Viera existing in the lore of Final Fantasy XII and XIV alike. However, at Fan Festival 2021, it was announced that playable male viera would be introduced in the Endwalker expansion.</p><h3>Hrothgar</h3><p>Added in the Shadowbringers expansion, alongside Viera, Hrothgar originate from Ilsabard. They are a large, beastly kind, covered in fur.</p><p>Hrothgar players can choose between "Helions" and "The Lost". Originally, only male hrothgar were playable, with female hrothgar being said to exist, but being exceedingly rare. However, at Fan Festival 2021, it was announced that playable female hrothgar would be introduced some time after the Endwalker expansion.</p><h2>City-States</h2><p>The game takes place in the fantasy world of <a href="/hydaelyn/3035-3075/" data-ref-id="3035-3075">Hydaelyn</a>. Players begin their adventures in the region of <a href="/eorzea/3035-2186/" data-ref-id="3035-2186">Eorzea</a>, which is comprised of the continent of Aldenard and its surrounding islands. The region contains several city-states, including <a href="/limsa-lominsa/3035-3077/" data-ref-id="3035-3077">Limsa Lominsa</a>, <a href="/uldah/3035-3078/" data-ref-id="3035-3078">Ul'dah</a>, <a href="/gridania/3035-2870/" data-ref-id="3035-2870">Gridania</a>, and <a href="/ishgard/3035-3079/" data-ref-id="3035-3079">Ishgard</a>. Limsa Lominsa is a bustling port with a strong naval tradition, Ul'dah is a <a href="/mining/3015-1753/" data-ref-id="3015-1753">mining</a> city located in the desert, Gridania is found deep in an ancient <a href="/forest/3035-1889/" data-ref-id="3035-1889">forest</a>, and Ishgard is in the high <a href="/mountains/3035-2102/" data-ref-id="3035-2102">mountains</a>.</p><h3><a href="/">Ul'dah</a></h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380167" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.19921875" data-width="256" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 256px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:119.9%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380167"><img alt="Ul'dahn banner" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg 256w"><noscript><img alt="Ul'dahn banner" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380167-ul__dah_banner.jpg 256w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256"></noscript></a><figcaption>Ul'dahn banner</figcaption></figure><p>Far to the South, in the deserts of <a href="/">Aldenard</a>, lies the bustling commercial hub of Ul'dah. Many walls and fortifications have been built up around the characteristic dome-shaped <a href="/">citadel</a> at its center. The city is a well-known center of wealth, and as such, <a href="/">gambling</a> and recreational activities form a large part of daily life. The sultan serves as a figurehead for the city's leadership, but it is the Syndicate, a group of six powerful merchants, who wield the real political power.</p><h3><a href="/limsa-lominsa/3035-3077/" data-ref-id="3035-3077">Limsa Lominsa</a></h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380166" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.19921875" data-width="256" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 256px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:119.9%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380166"><img alt="Limsa Lominsan banner" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg 256w"><noscript><img alt="Limsa Lominsan banner" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380166-limsa_lominsa_banner.jpg 256w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256"></noscript></a><figcaption>Limsa Lominsan banner</figcaption></figure><p>Limsa Lominsa is located off the southern coast of the island of Vylbrand, under the shadow of ancient cliffs carved by the relentless Rhotano Sea. The city is actually placed on many different islands or man-made formations known as sea stacks. Bridges span across each island in a kind of latticework pattern; a sight so beautiful, bards have named it "The Navigator's Veil." The goddess Llymlaen is said to have blessed Limsa Lominsa because she took pity on the sailors of a great armada that had to flee from battle. The rocks destroyed their ships and with no means to travel and no home to return to they settled in the islands using the remaining vessels that they had to begin construction. The people of Limsa Lominsa did not forget their old ways, but merely gathered strength to rebuild and adventure out again. Their influence soon spread throughout the five seas of Eorzea. These legends formed the backbone of their society and their country's leader is referred to as "Admiral."</p><p>The shipping industry is key to Limsa Lominsa's financial success. The Knights of the Barracuda secure the safety of mariners and ensure the safety and reliability of shipping route's. However, <a href="/">piracy</a>, reaving and pillaging still runs rampant and other nations believe that the Knights of the Barracuda are actually working with local bandit pirates and are trying to make a profit off unwary travelers.</p><h3><a href="/">Gridania</a></h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380168" data-size="small" data-ratio="1.19921875" data-width="256" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 256px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:119.9%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1380168"><img alt="Gridanian banner" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg 256w"><noscript><img alt="Gridanian banner" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/75424/1380168-gridania_banner.jpg 256w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" data-width="256"></noscript></a><figcaption>Gridanian banner</figcaption></figure><p>Gridania is located in the Eastern reaches of the continent, and is nestled among the great <a href="/">woodlands</a> of the area. The architecture blends seamlessly with the surrounding natural beauty, and the inherent natural harmony of the setting has lead to Gridania's prominence in trades such as forestry, carpentry, and agriculture. Gridania is also home to many skilled leather-workers, and the fate of the city is governed by the will of the forest's <a href="/">elementals</a>.</p><h4>Ishgard</h4><p>Bastion atop the mountains. A forest city-state located in Eorzea. A story in Eorzean history, "Tales of Bridges," describes Ishgard.</p><h2>Travel</h2><h3><a href="/">Aetheryte</a></h3><p><a href="/aetheryte/3055-3592/" data-ref-id="3055-3592">Aetheryte</a> is the name placed upon large crystal shards found in the crystallized aetheric mist. They were precisely cut and fused to arcane machinery. These crystals are at the backbone of all everyday teleportation and are found throughout the realm, mainly in the individual city-states in which they are managed and operated. The origins and functions of these crystals is still very much a mystery. It is not known who constructed these crystals or what they were originally used for. Even though they are commonly used for teleportation, the actual process remains unknown. However, some have theorized that when a sentient presence approaches the crystal, it triggers the aether of the crystal and the body resonates with the crystal, breaking down into simple mass which then flows through the invisible aetheric streams of the planet. The person's soul is what actually guides the particles to the pre-determined destination and the crystal reconfigures the mist back into its original form. This is all instantaneous and this make easy travel to the far reaches of the world.</p><p>In the original release, teleportation through Aetheryte's was regulated through a concept called Anima. Your character would consume some of this for each teleport taken, and the greater the distance, the greater the Anima consumed. This was replenished at a very slow rate and limited its continuous use. This was changed in the transition to A Realm Reborn, and now Gil is used for teleportation.</p><h3>Aethernet</h3><p>The Athernet is made up of smaller scale Aetheryte crystals inside a city. They are used for quick travel between locations inside the city. As with the larger Aetheryte crystals, you have attune yourself to an Aethernet crystal in order to be able to teleport to that crystal's location. However, teleportation within an Aethernet is entirely free.</p><h3><a href="/chocobo/3015-259/" data-ref-id="3015-259">Chocobos</a></h3><p>One of the character mascots of the Final Fantasy series, Chocobos are available as player mounts within the word of Eorzea. You can either rent a chocobo within the three city-states for Gil, or you can get your own personal Chocobo. You must attain an enlisted rank within one of the three Grand Companies of Eorzea, and have 1,000 Grand Company seals in order to purchase a Chocobo Whistle, which can be used thereafter to call upon your own personal "horsebird". This is usually around character level 25ish.</p><p>There are several sets of Barding for your Chocobo available in the game. This changes the look of your Chocobo. There are 3 slots for Barding. (head, body, legs) They are available through reputation grinds (Grand Company), Veteran Rewards or maxing out the spec which is explained below.</p><p>When you have your Grand Company Chocobo, you can consume a "Gyshal Greens" item and your chocobo will fight alongside you as a companion. It is considered a party member. Therefore if you and a friend are in a party and each have your Chocobo out, you're unable to invite anyone else.</p><p>Once you get your Chocobo. You have 3 options you can "spec" it into. Tank, Healer or DPS. There are 20 Ranks (Levels). The EXP you earn from killing monsters is split with the Chocobo if you have it summoned. The Chocobo earns points at each rank which you can put into each "spec tree". If you put all points into a speicifc rank you earn a Barding set based on the spec. (Paladin barding for Tank, Dragoon Barding for Damage and White Mage barding for Healer)</p><h3>Other Mounts</h3><p>Along with chocobos, the game has a plethora of options available to players for mounts ranging from Magitek Armor, Goobbues, Fat Chocobos, Behemoths and more.</p><h2>Subscription Information and Pricing</h2><p>Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a pay-to-play MMORPG, in much the same way as Final Fantasy XI and World of Warcraft. With the purchase of A Realm Reborn, players receive a thirty-day free trial.</p><p>Currently, the subscription fee follows this structure:</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Membership</th><th scope="col">Monthly Price<br /><em>(Total Price)</em></th><th scope="col">Max Characters<br />per server</th><th scope="col">Max Characters<br />on Account</th><th scope="col">Sub. Length</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Legacy</td><td>$9.99 / £6.89 / 9.99 €</td><td>8</td><td>40</td><td>30 days</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="3"><p>Standard</p></td><td><b>$12.99 <b>/ £7.69/ 10.99 € <br /></b></b><em>($71.44 / £46.14 / 65.94 €)</em></td><td><b>8</b></td><td><b>40</b></td><td><b>180 days</b></td></tr><tr><td>$13.99 / £8.39/ 11.99 € <br /><em>($41.97/ £25.17 / 35.97 €)</em></td><td>8</td><td>40</td><td>90 days</td></tr><tr><td>$14.99 / £8.99/ 12.99 €</td><td>8</td><td>40</td><td>30 days</td></tr><tr><td>Entry</td><td>$12.99 / £7.69/ 10.99€</td><td>1</td><td>8</td><td>30 days</td></tr></tbody></table><p>* All subscription fees are subject to change in accordance with the terms of the FINAL FANTASY XIV User Agreement.</p><p><strong>Legacy Membership</strong></p><p>With the launch of A Realm Reborn, a legacy membership system was introduced to reward those who subscribed to the original version for at least ninety cumulative days during the time the game required a subscription fee to play. These benefits include:</p><ol><li>A specially discounted subscription price.</li><li>An exclusive in-game Chocobo mount.</li><li>The option to have their name be displayed in the credits.</li><li>Early access to A Realm Reborn.</li></ol><h3>Veteran Rewards</h3><p>Veteran Rewards are special in-game item bonuses granted to players based on the total number of days they have subscribed.</p><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Rank</th><th scope="col">Reward</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Rank 1</strong> (30 Days)</td><td>Advent Attire Set (A cosmetic set themed after <a href="/cloud-strife/3005-321/" data-ref-id="3005-321">Cloud Strife</a>'s Advent Children appearance.)</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Rank 2</strong> (150 Days)</td><td>Tantalus Attire Set (A cosmetic set themed after <a href="/zidane-tribal/3005-1350/" data-ref-id="3005-1350">Zidane</a> from <a href="/final-fantasy-ix/3030-8825/" data-ref-id="3030-8825">Final Fantasy IX</a>.)</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Rank 3</strong> (240 days)</td><td><p>Wild Rose Attire Set (A cosmetic set themed after <a href="/final-fantasy-ii/3030-2094/" data-ref-id="3030-2094">Final Fantasy II</a>.)</p></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Rank 4</strong> (330 Days)</td><td><p>Leonhart Attire Set (A cosmetic set themed after <a href="/squall-leonhart/3005-783/" data-ref-id="3005-783">Squall</a> from <a href="/final-fantasy-viii/3030-12277/" data-ref-id="3030-12277">Final Fantasy VIII</a>.)</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Rewards are granted based on the number of days subscribed, rather than time played or subscription days used. For example, paying for 150 days of service at once will grant both the 30 day and 150 day rewards on the first day, rather than on day 30 and day 150 respectively.</p><h3>Payment Methods</h3><p>The following methods can be used to pay A Realm Reborn's subscription fees.</p><table data-max-width="true"><tbody><tr><td>Credit/Debit Card</td><td>Accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card, and JCB.</td></tr><tr><td>Square Enix Crysta</td><td>A site-wide currency offered by Square Enix, purchased at a one cent to one Crysta rate.</td></tr><tr><td>Prepaid Time Card</td><td>Sold through retailers, in either 30-day or 60-day variants.</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p>* Additional payment options may be introduced in the future.</p><h2>Preorder/Collector's Edition Bonuses</h2><h3>A Realm Reborn</h3><h4>Preorder Bonuses</h4><p>Upon preordering either the Collector's or Regular package of A Ream Reborn, a player received:</p><ul><li>Early Game Access</li><li>Two In-Game Items: Cait Sith Doll Minion and a Mog Cap</li></ul><h4>Collector's Edition</h4><p>Those who purchase the Collector's Edition of A Realm Reborn on either PC or PS3 receive 7 additional bonuses:</p><ul><li>Exclusive box art by Yoshitaka Amano</li><li>"The Art of Eorzea - A Realm Re-imagined" - 80 page art book by <a href="/akihiko-yoshida/3040-45953/" data-ref-id="3040-45953">Akihiko Yoshida</a></li><li>"The Waning of the Sixth Sun" - DVD showcasing the stories leading up to the destruction of the original game world.</li><li>Four In-Game Items -Players will receive the Helm of Light, a Coeurl Mount, Behemoth Barding for their Chocobo, and a Baby Behemoth Minion pet.</li><li>"Sounds of Eorzea" - A Special soundtrack CD with music from the cities and fields of Limsa Lominsa, Ul'dah and Gridania.</li><li>Art Card Set - Five art cards featuring art by Square Enix Visual Works.</li><li>Themed Security Token - An "A Realm Reborn" themed Security Token which can been used to make your account more secure.</li></ul><p>The PlayStation 4 Collector's Edition includes all the above bonuses as well as two more items.</p><ul><li>Wind Up Moogle minion</li><li>Fat Chocobo mount<br /><em>*These bonuses will also be applied to accounts of those who purchased previous Collector Editions</em></li></ul><p><em>* Players will be able to upgrade their standard accounts to Collector's Edition status after game launch for $19.99/¥2,300 (EU Pricing not yet available). This purchase will give players the CE <ins>In-Game items only</ins>.</em></p><h3>Version 1.0</h3><p>The Collector's Edition, released a full eight days prior to the release of the standard edition, contained the following in addition to those items included with the standard edition:</p><ul><li>Early Access</li><li>Behind-the-Scenes DVD</li><li>Security Token</li><li>Travel Journal</li><li>Right of Passage - A personalized certificate with a unique serial number</li><li>Buddy Pass - Lets a friend play free for a limited time</li></ul><h2>System Requirements</h2><h3>PC</h3><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Minimum</th><th scope="col">Recommended</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>OS:</strong> Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit</td><td><strong>OS: </strong>Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Processor: </strong>Intel Core i5 2.4GHz or higher</td><td><strong>Processor:</strong> Intel Core i7 3GHz or higher</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Memory:</strong> 4 GB</td><td><strong>Memory:</strong> 8 GB</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Graphics:</strong> NVIDIA GTX750 or higher, AMD R7 260X or higher</td><td><strong>Graphics:</strong> NVIDIA GTX970 or higher, AMD RX 480 or higher</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Network:</strong> Broadband Internet Connection</td><td><strong>Network:</strong> Broadband Internet Connection</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Storage: </strong>60 GB available space</td><td><strong>Storage:</strong> 60 GB available space<strong> <br /></strong></td></tr><tr><td><strong>DirectX: </strong>11</td><td><strong>DirectX:</strong> 11<strong> <br /></strong></td></tr></tbody></table><p>A 32-bit client, as well as DirectX 9 support were previously available, but were deprecated in 2019 following the release of Shadowbringers.</p><h3>macOS</h3><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">Minimum</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>OS:</strong> macOS Mojave 10.14, Catalina 10.15</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Applicable Models:</strong> iMac (Late 2014) or higher</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Memory: </strong>4 GB</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Storage:</strong> 60 GB</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Graphics:</strong> AMD Radeon R9 M295X or higher</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Internet:</strong> Broadband Internet Connection</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><h2>Links</h2><ul><li>Official Players Website: <a href="http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/" rel="nofollow ">http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/</a></li><li>Official Promotional Website: <a href="http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com/</a></li></ul>

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<h2>Overview</h2><p>Maneater is an action-adventure role-playing game developed and published by Tripwire Interactive for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.</p><h2>System Requirements</h2><h3>PC</h3><table data-max-width="true"><thead><tr><th scope="col">PC Minimum</th><th scope="col">PC Recommended</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Operating System: Windows 10</li><li>Processor: Intel Core i5-5300u</li><li>Memory: 8 GB RAM</li><li>Storage: 10 GB of space</li><li>DirectX: DirectX Version 11</li><li>Graphics: Intel HD 5500</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Operating System: Windows 10</li><li>Processor: Intel Core i7-3770 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Higher</li><li>Memory: 8 GB RAM</li><li>Storage: 10 GB of space</li><li>DirectX: DirectX Version 11</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><h2>External Links</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.tripwireinteractive.com/#/maneater" data-target="true" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Maneater Official Site</a></li></ul>

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Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne
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Shin Megami Tensei: Lucifer's Call
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As the world comes to an end through the acts of a cult's sacrifice, a teenage boy is transformed into the Demi-Fiend, neither fully human nor demon.  With opposing forces fighting to shape a new world, he has the power to guide the path of its creation.

<h2>Overview</h2><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-208458" data-size="small" data-ratio="0.75" data-width="576" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 576px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:75.0%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-208458"><img alt="The Demi-Fiend." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg 576w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/112/208458-35993_2_2.jpg 320w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320"></a><figcaption>The Demi-Fiend.</figcaption></figure><p>Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne is the third game in the <a href="/shin-megami-tensei/3030-19250/" data-ref-id="3030-19250">Shin Megami Tensei</a> series. It is known as Shin Megami Tensei: Lucifer's Call in Europe. The release of Nocturne in North America marked something of a turning point for <a href="/atlus-usa-inc/3010-6490/" data-ref-id="3010-6490">Atlus USA</a>, as it is their first published <a href="/megami-tensei/3025-525/" data-ref-id="3025-525">Megami Tensei</a> title to remain entirely true to the original Japanese version in its localization. The company had previously published a heavily altered version of the original <a href="/revelations-persona/3030-6557/" data-ref-id="3030-6557">Persona</a>, and while not as drastically changed, elements of their release of <a href="/persona-2-eternal-punishment/3030-5495/" data-ref-id="3030-5495">Persona 2: Eternal Punishment</a> were edited to maintain continuity with the original game.</p><p>The game's protagonist, a young man living in <a href="/tokyo/3035-1341/" data-ref-id="3035-1341">Tokyo</a>, becomes caught up in an event called the Conception, in which the world is destroyed so that a new one shall be born in place of it. While most people die when the Conception occurs, the protagonist gains the power of Magatama, turning him into a half-demon, or <a href="/demi-fiend/3005-3714/" data-ref-id="3005-3714">Demi-Fiend</a>. Thus, he sets out to explore the new world and help protect his friends, who are among the few humans to have also survived.</p><p>As part of the July 2020 Nintendo Direct Mini, a HD remaster of the game was announced for the Nintendo Switch to be released in Spring 2021.</p><h2>Gameplay</h2><h3>Demon Negotiation and Fusion</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png" data-ref-id="1300-759736" data-size="small" data-ratio="0.76886035313002" data-width="623" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 623px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:76.9%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png" data-ref-id="1300-759736"><img alt="Negotiating with Baphomet." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png 623w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/759736-picture_1.png 320w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320"></a><figcaption>Negotiating with Baphomet.</figcaption></figure><p>Nocturne uses the conventions that its predecessors popularized. Primarily those of <a href="/demon-negotiation/3015-3545/" data-ref-id="3015-3545">demon negotiation</a> and <a href="/fusion/3015-736/" data-ref-id="3015-736">fusions</a>. The core of the game lies in conversing with the different <a href="/demon/3015-557/" data-ref-id="3015-557">demons</a> to try and sway them to join the player's side. To do this, the player may have to try and sweet talk them, bribe them, or in other ways just get lucky in them asking to join the player's party or granting the player gifts. This is easier said than done though as each demon has its own personality, likes, and dislikes that one must learn in order to sway them. Once on the player's side, these demons can be assigned as party members. However, they can also be fused together to create new demons. This process of recruitment and fusion is essential in making progress, and the higher the Demi-Fiend's level, the higher the level of demon he can fuse and control.</p><p>Fusion takes place at the <a href="/cathedral-of-shadows/3035-2064/" data-ref-id="3035-2064">Cathedral of Shadows</a>. As in other Megami Tensei games, to fuse demons together, the player must select two compatible demons in the current party that are compatible with one another and confirm. The skills a new demon inherits through fusion are randomized and based on the skills known by the demons fused. While at the Cathedral of Shadows, the player may also access the Demon Compendium, which contains a roster of all demons that have been in the player's party and registered. For a fee, the player may summon specific demons from the compendium with the level, stats, and abilities that they had the last time that they were registered.</p><h3>Battle</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png" data-ref-id="1300-779448" data-size="small" data-ratio="0.78326996197719" data-width="526" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 526px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:78.3%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png" data-ref-id="1300-779448"><img alt="Battle." src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 526w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 320w"><noscript><img alt="Battle." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 526w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/779448-picture_32.png 320w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320"></noscript></a><figcaption>Battle.</figcaption></figure><p>The battle system is a concept that originated in Nocturne and is referred to as the <a href="/press-turn-system/3015-2350/" data-ref-id="3015-2350">Press-Turn System</a>. Later <a href="/megami-tensei/3025-525/" data-ref-id="3025-525">Megami Tensei</a> titles such as <a href="/shin-megami-tensei-digital-devil-saga/3030-3988/" data-ref-id="3030-3988">Digital Devil Saga</a> and <a href="/shin-megami-tensei-persona-3/3030-4473/" data-ref-id="3030-4473">Persona 3</a> use variations of the system as seen in this game. The combat system is predicated around the discovery and exploitation of enemy weaknesses. If the player damages the enemy with an attack type that it's weak against, the player is given another turn in order to deal yet more damage. However, enemies can also do the same to the player's party, and the game ends if the Demi-Fiend falls in battle. Therefore, for the best chance of success, the player must ensure the party's overall vulnerability to specific elements is limited while also maximizing their ability to attack enemy weaknesses.</p><h3>Character Progression</h3><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1409361" data-size="medium" data-ratio="0.75" data-width="600" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 600px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:75.0%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1409361"><img alt="Magatama select screen" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg 600w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg 480w"><noscript><img alt="Magatama select screen" src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg 600w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/7/76731/1409361-76_smt080.jpg 480w" sizes="(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px" data-width="480"></noscript></a><figcaption>Magatama select screen</figcaption></figure><p>The Demi-Fiend learns new skills as he levels up. The skills learned are determined by the magatama he has equipped at the time the level increase occurs. "Magatama" are actually living parasites that are "equipped" through ingestion. Additionally, the elemental strengths and weaknesses of the Demi-Fiend are determined by the currently ingested magatama, and each magatama also provides boosts to certain stats for as long as they are equipped. There are a total of twenty-five magatama in the game, each with their own effects. Each magatama is assigned an element or type of attack. For example, when equipped with the physical magatama Marogehra, the Demi-Fiend will learn physical skills such as Counter and Pierce. However, the Demi-Fiend and his demon companions may each only retain a limited number of skills, and once all slots are filled, older skills must be discarded to make way for new ones.</p><h2>Plot</h2><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png" data-ref-id="1300-780075" data-size="small" data-ratio="0.78446601941748" data-width="515" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 515px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:78.4%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png" data-ref-id="1300-780075"><img alt="Choice of alignment affects the story's outcome." src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 515w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 320w"><noscript><img alt="Choice of alignment affects the story's outcome." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 515w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 480w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/1/12482/780075-picture_12.png 320w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" data-width="320"></noscript></a><figcaption>Choice of alignment affects the story's outcome.</figcaption></figure><p>The game begins in modern Tokyo, and is centered around the protagonist and his two friends, <a href="/isamu-nitta/3005-5886/" data-ref-id="3005-5886">Isamu Nitta</a> and <a href="/chiaki-hayasaka/3005-5891/" data-ref-id="3005-5891">Chiaki Hayasaka</a>. They meet up at the Shinjuku Hygenic Hospital in order to visit their teacher, <a href="/yuko-takao/3005-13301/" data-ref-id="3005-13301">Yuko Takao</a>, at her invitation. However, when they arrive, the three discover the hospital is deserted. As the protagonist explores the hospital's basement, he stumbles upon <a href="/hikawa/3005-5896/" data-ref-id="3005-5896">Hikawa</a> as he prepares for a ritual of some sort when he's rescued by Yuko, who asks that he meet her on the hospital roof. When he arrives, she briefly explains what is about to transpire; the end of the world.</p><p>Hikawa is the leader of a cult and a devotee of the Scripture of Miroku, and using both the scripture as well as his follower Yuko as a sacrifice, he enacts the Conception; an event in which the world is destroyed and returned to a blank slate. In this world, the Vortex World, a human has the power to give shape to a new world by imbuing it with a philosophy of his or her own design. However, Yuko is not entirely devoted to Hikawa's desires, and thus her invitation to her students was a means to ensure that others would survive the Conception and become potential creators of rival Reasons.</p><p>Following the Conception, the protagonist is knocked unconscious, and when he is found, he is forced to ingest a parasitic magatama that transforms his core being. No longer fully human, nor fully a demon, he has become what others refer to as the Demi-Fiend; a powerful being that, while unable to create a Reason of his own, has the strength to potentially affect the course of the world to be. As he ventures out into the world, the Demi-Fiend crosses paths with his friends Isamu and Chiaki, whose experiences in the Vortex World cause them to develop Reasons of their own. Isamu comes to desire a world of solitude, where people can live without fear of being interfered with by others, while Chiaki covets a world of chaos, reigning as the strongest in a world full of those weaker than herself.</p><p>In order for one of these Reasons to fashion a new world, the bearer of that Reason must ascend the Tower of Kagutsuchi and present it to <a href="/kagutsuchi/3005-11257/" data-ref-id="3005-11257">Kagutsuchi</a>. If the bearer can defeat the god in a final trial, the world will be reborn according to the philosophies of the chosen Reason.</p><h2>Reasons</h2><p>During the game, the player is given the opportunity to support a Reason, or the inner philosophy of its founder that will define the laws of the new world. These effectively serve as alignments of Law, Neutrality, and Chaos. The choices made by the player will determine which Reason the Demi-Fiend supports and how the new world is formed.</p><p>There are three Reasons to choose from:</p><h3>Shijima</h3><p>This philosophy emphasizes harmony and stillness. It removes individuality and creates a single collective inner peace that removes desire and chaos. It is conceived by Hikawa.</p><h3>Musubi</h3><p>This philosophy emphasizes individuality and solitude. In this world, everybody exists separate from each other and would create their own world as they see fit. It is conceived by Isamu.</p><h3>Yosuga</h3><p>This philosophy emphasizes survival of the fittest. In this world, the strongest rule and the weak and useless are purged from existence. It creates never-ending chaos and absolute strife. It is conceived by Chiaki.</p><h2>Other Endings</h2><p>It is also possible for the player to either reject all three Reasons, or support more than one. In these instances, an additional three endings are possible.</p><h3>Demon Neutral</h3><p>In this ending, the Demi-Fiend is seen as apathetic to all Reasons and the future of the world in general. Kagutsuchi is in turn so disgusted with the Demi-Fiend that he leaves, leaving the Vortex World in its current state. As a result, this ending does not feature a final boss.</p><h3>Human Neutral</h3><p>In this ending, the player has considered the reasons of Shijima, Musubi, and Yosuga, but in the end rejects them all while siding with Yuko. The Demi-Fiend confronts Kagutsuchi with no Reason to bear, and upon his victory, the world is restored to its prior state, as though the Conception never happened.</p><h3>True Demon</h3><p>This ending can only be acquired if the player completes the <a href="/labyrinth-of-amala/3035-3954/" data-ref-id="3035-3954">Labyrinth of Amala</a> in its entirety. In defeating Kagutsuchi, the Demi-Fiend prevents the world from being reborn and becomes an ally of <a href="/lucifer/3005-6907/" data-ref-id="3005-6907">Lucifer</a>. The game ends with the Demi-Fiend and his demon allies marching onward to a confrontation with the Great Will, <a href="/yhvh/3005-6910/" data-ref-id="3005-6910">YHVH</a>.</p><h2>Versions</h2><figure data-align="right" data-img-src="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1545443" data-size="small" data-ratio="2.3127962085308" data-width="844" data-embed-type="image" style="width: 844px"><a class="fluid-height" style="padding-bottom:231.3%" href="https://static.giantbomb.com/uploads/original/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg" data-ref-id="1300-1545443"><img alt="Dante, as he appears in the international version of Nocturne." src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" sizes="(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px" data-width="276" class="js-lazy-load-image" data-src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg" data-srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 844w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 830w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 415w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 276w"><noscript><img alt="Dante, as he appears in the international version of Nocturne." src="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg" srcset="https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/original/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 844w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_super/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 830w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_medium/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 415w, https://www.giantbomb.com/a/uploads/scale_small/0/2071/1545443-26.jpg 276w" sizes="(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px" data-width="276"></noscript></a><figcaption>Dante, as he appears in the international version of Nocturne.</figcaption></figure><p>Two versions of Nocturne were released in Japan. The initial standard version and the later "Maniacs Edition". The Maniacs Edition is what was released in the United States simply as Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne. The additional content is listed below:</p><ul><li>New opening movie</li><li>New dungeon: The Labyrinth of Amala</li><li>Optional fights with Fiends, which are a requirement to enter the Kalpas of the labyrinth.</li><li>A sixth "True Demon" ending, accessible to those that finish the game after completing the labyrinth.</li><li>A bonus for keeping the player's first demon <a href="/pixie/3005-15710/" data-ref-id="3005-15710">Pixie</a> throughout the entire game without fusing her, or for keeping the fusion result of the Pixie's bloodline in the party for the duration of the game.</li><li><a href="/dante/3005-309/" data-ref-id="3005-309">Dante</a> from <a href="/capcom/3010-367/" data-ref-id="3010-367">Capcom</a>'s <a href="/devil-may-cry/3025-147/" data-ref-id="3025-147">Devil May Cry</a> series is an enemy and recruitable character.</li><li>Demons encountered as boss battles are also made available as party members through fusion.</li></ul><p>A subsequent rerelease of the Maniacs Edition in Japan removed Dante from the game and replaced him with <a href="/raidou-kuzunoha/3005-8034/" data-ref-id="3005-8034">Raidou Kuzunoha</a> and his feline helper, Gouto.</p>

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An action adventure game being written and directed by Kotaro Uchikoshi where 12-year old elementary school students must work together in order to survive a "death game".

<h2>Overview</h2><p>World's End Club (ワールズエンドクラブ) is an action adventure puzzle game about a group of 12 kids that are forced to play a death game orchestrated by a mysterious clown. The title was developed between <a href="/grounding-inc/3010-7277/" data-ref-id="3010-7277">Grounding Inc</a> and <a href="/too-kyo-games/3010-18058/" data-ref-id="3010-18058">Too Kyo Games</a> with the game being directed by <a href="/kotaro-uchikoshi/3040-102828/" data-ref-id="3040-102828">Kotaro Uchikoshi</a> and <a href="/kazutaka-kodaka/3040-161330/" data-ref-id="3040-161330">Kazutaka Kodaka</a>, the creators of <a href="/zero-escape/3025-2302/" data-ref-id="3025-2302">Zero Escape</a> and <a href="/danganronpa/3025-2466/" data-ref-id="3025-2466">Danganronpa</a> respectively. Initially announced in 2018 as "Death March Club" for the <a href="/pc/3045-94/" data-ref-id="3045-94">PC</a>, the game was first released worldwide as an Apple Arcade title by <a href="/izanagi-games-co-ltd/3010-19609/" data-ref-id="3010-19609">Izanagi Games</a> on September 4, 2020. The Apple release ends on a cliff hanger and only contains the first half of the game's story. However, a <a href="/nintendo-switch/3045-157/" data-ref-id="3045-157">Nintendo Switch</a> port is planned to be published in May 2021 that will feature the full version of the game with a proper ending and an English dub where the initial release only had Japanese audio.</p>