It’s a very good time for subscribers to dive back into Final Fantasy XIV, as Patch 5.45 has dropped with a slew of exciting content updates.
Final Fantasy XIV has recently received an injection of brand new content, by way of Patch 5.45. As part of Futures Rewritten, the latest bumper patch for the Shadowbringers expansion of the ever-improving MMO, Square Enix has added a brand new large scale raid and updates to the Blue Mage limited job among other features. While this is only a “midway” patch between the current and the next, it’s proven to be a meaty update regardless, especially for players invested in the Shadowbringers Resistance weapon questline. If you haven’t played in a while, or are simply spoilt for choice on where to begin, we’ve put together a guide showcasing five updates from the new patch that are an absolute must to check out. First on the agenda for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 5.45 is the continuation of the Save the Queen storyline, which players have been experiencing as a part of their Resistance weapon acquisition. These weapons boast some of the highest item levels currently available in the game, and are often a good way to get geared up without dipping a toe into more challenging content, such as Extreme trials or Savage and Ultimate raids. Thus far, the Save the Queen story has been largely well received by players. Penned by Yasumi Matsuno of Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII fame, the story has proven to be a much grittier undertaking than our usual grandiose adventures. Drenched in themes of militaristic intrigue and the horrors of war, it’s peak Matsuno, and looks set to raise the stakes even higher than they already were. Perhaps the biggest draw of the Save the Queen quest line so far will be the new large scale raid. Delubrum Reginae will be a ruined temple situated under Bozja, where we previously took the fight to the Garlean Empire along its Southern Front.
