Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn PS3 release date revealed

Attention all adventurers, I come bearing great news! Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn’s PlayStation 3 release is locked-in for 27th August 2013! You’ll be able to join your PC comrades for an unforgettable adventure from day one. Just install the game, find out which servers your friends are on, and group together and embark on an epic quest. Pretty cool huh?

But I haven’t just come to the PlayStation Blog to reveal the release date – there’s more! For FINAL FANTASY fans looking to secure their copy before release we’ve got some great pre-order bonuses. Pre-order now and you’ll get the following in-game content:

• Early Access – Get a head start and leave your mark in the realm of Eorzea with this early access to the game servers ahead of FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn‘s launch.
• Cait Sith Doll Minion – On sabbatical from Shinra Inc. and looking for adventure, Cait Sith will join your party as a non-combat pet.
• Mog Cap – Strut around the world of Eorzea with this one-of-a-kind Moogle-themed hat. Kupo!

For the ultimate FINAL FANTASY fan we’ve got something a little bit more special in mind, the FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Collector’s Edition! Locked up within the Collector’s Edition are the following treasures:

• Art of Eorzea – An 80-page hardcover art book featuring never-before-seen concept art.
• The Waning of the Sixth Sun – A special bonus video disc that takes a cinematic look at the events leading up to the realm being reborn.
• Sounds of Eorzea – An album that features musical scores by renowned FINAL FANTASY series composers.
• Art Cards – Five collectable character cards.
• In-game bonus items – Helm of Light, Baby Behemoth Minion, Coeurl Mount and Behemoth Barding

So, to avoid missing out why not head over to your favourite retailer and secure your pre-order copy now? Monthly subscriptions for the game will start £7.69/€10.99.

If you’re eager to see more on FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn then pay close attention to this year’s E3 where we’ll be revealing some exciting new battle content, a trailer and more. To avoid missing a beat, follow @FF_XIV_EN on Twitter, Kupo!

Don’t forget you can still sign up for the PlayStation 3 Beta test, starting June! Click here to sign up.