We are pleased to present the complete event program for FINAL FANTASY XIV at gamescom 2024! In the wake of Dawntrail's release, we have spared no expense and effort to make it a real blast. We have a few surprises in store at gamescom, so be sure to join us!

* Unfortunately, our German localization lead Pamela Drobig has tested positive for COVID-19 and will therefore not be attending gamescom 2024, out of consideration for general health and safety. As a result, please see below for our revised schedule.
[Updated August 21, 2024 at 6:00 a.m. (PDT).]

FFXIV at gamescom 2024

When

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 to Sunday, August 25, 2024
* Please note that access to the trade fair on August 21 is restricted to dealers, wild card holders, and journalists only. The event will open its doors to all visitors on August 22.

Where

Hall 9.1, Booth B-054
Koelnmesse
Messeplatz 1
50679 Cologne
Germany

Program

Visit us in Hall 9.1, Booth B-054!

Beginners and experienced adventurers alike will have the chance to win great prizes at the FFXIV booth. Equipped with amazing hardware from Mifcom, NZXT, AGON by AOC, and Razer, as well as chairs by Secretlab, you will experience a gaming experience in a class of its own. We will be welcoming Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida as our guest of honor. In addition to a panel talk, he will also join us for our exciting stage program. There will also be a chance to participate in a signing session with Yoshi-P!

Battle Challenge – Valigarmanda

Face the legendary beast Valigarmanda at gamescom 2024, held to be the mightiest in all Tural with a serpentine body and the wings of a bird! After a glorious victory against the Skyruin, make sure to get your exclusive "I BEAT" T-Shirt from our booth and celebrate your success in front of our photo wall with us.

New Player Area

If you're looking to either start your adventure in FFXIV or convince your friends to join your journey, then the New Player Area is the perfect place for you! Attendees will have the opportunity to venture into Snowcloak and join the leagues of our brave Warriors of Light. A special gift awaits you after registering!

Stage Program

There will also be several opportunities for brave adventurers to join us on stage. Talk to our team at the FFXIV booth to find out how you can sign up for various activities such as Extreme Roulette, Valigarmanda (Extreme), raids, and dungeon runs.

If you can't make it to gamescom this year, the majority of the stage program will be broadcast live on our official Twitch channel so that you can watch from the comfort of your own home.

Don’t Miss Yoshi-P on Stage!

* All times are in Central European Summer Time (CEST).

Fight Alongside Yoshi-P and Pamela – Show Matches

Valigarmanda Trial

Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 11:30 to 12:30 (CEST)

Trial Roulette

Friday, August 23, 2024 from 13:00 to 14:00 (CEST)
Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 13:00 to 14:00 (CEST)
Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 16:00 to 17:00 (CEST)
Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 12:00 to 13:00 (CEST)

Show us what you're made of and fight your way to victory together with Yoshi-P and Pamela!

Signing Sessions with Yoshi-P

Friday, August 23, 2024 from 16:00 to 18:00 (CEST)
Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 18:00 to 20:00 (CEST)

Don't miss the opportunity to get an autograph from Yoshi-P!
* This year, the signing session will be held in Creator Signing Hall 11.2 of gamescom. Tickets will be available 3 hours prior to the signing session via gamescom's ticket website. Visit the ticket website or our booth on-site for more information. Please note that only guests with a valid gamescom and signing session ticket will be allowed to participate in the sessions.

"Why are you or your friends not playing FFXIV?" – A Panel with Yoshi-P

Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 11:15 to 12:45 (CEST)

Bring along your friends to this panel if you want to convince them to finally start playing FFXIV with you! For all our existing fans, we also have a Q&A session planned, so be sure not to miss the opportunity to ask our Producer and Director the things you've always wanted to know about FFXIV! Visit our booth on-site for more information on how to submit questions.

Further Highlights

Bridging Language Barriers: A Glimpse Behind the Scenes of FFXIV Localization – Panel with Pamela Drobig

Part 1:Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 13:00 to 13:45 (CEST)
Part 2:Friday, August 23, 2024 from 14:00 to 14:45 (CEST)

Here's your chance to learn more about the German localization of FFXIV directly from the German localization lead Pamela Drobig herself. She will be giving an exciting look behind the scenes and sharing anecdotes about her work, including some details about the latest expansion, Dawntrail!

Experience PvP Live on Stage!

Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 13:00 to 15:00 (CEST)

Gather your adventurer friends and cheer on fellow Warriors of Light live! Yoshi-P will be joining us as we showcase some exciting PvP action in true FINAL FANTASY XIV fashion!
* For more information regarding how to participate, please speak to a member of staff at our booth on-site.

Fan Celebration at gamescom 2024

Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 21:00 (CEST) until late

Round off a week full of gaming fun and action with a FFXIV get-together! It will be our biggest Fan Celebration in Germany this year!

We have 500 spots available for this Fan Celebration. Tickets will be available from Monday, August 5, 2024 at 20:00 (CEST) via Eventbrite and on a first come, first served basis. Tickets will be limited to 1 per person.

We're aware of the high demand for German Fan Celebrations and Gatherings, and are actively looking into hosting additional in-person events throughout the year. We'll be sharing more information on the Lodestone in the future.

You must be over 18 years of age in order to attend this Fan Celebration and must present a valid photo ID in order to gain entry to the event (driving licence, passport, national ID card etc.).

We can't wait for gamescom 2024 to start and are looking forward to welcoming you at the FFXIV booth. Get ready for an unforgettable time!