Final Fantasy XIV's next expansion, Evercold, now launches on February 23, 2027, after Square Enix pushed the release back by a few weeks to make sure the MMO's new content meets quality expectations.

The date news came packaged with a bigger reveal: Evercold's second new job is zephyr, a physical ranged DPS that fights with a crossbow and a bird. That gives the expansion's job lineup a distinct ranged identity, and gives physical ranged players — historically one of the smaller role populations — a rare new toy to look forward to.

Pre-orders open next week, which should firm up edition details and bonuses. Short delays for polish have become a familiar rhythm for FFXIV expansions, and a few weeks' slip is unlikely to rattle a player base that has generally rewarded the team for shipping finished work. With a hard date, a full job reveal, and pre-orders imminent, Evercold's marketing cycle is now properly underway heading into the new year.