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Final Fantasy XI Patch Notes History

Square Enix's 2002 MMORPG still gets a version update every month, with Ambuscade rotations, Records of Eminence changes and campaigns. Every major update below has a short summary, what it means for buyers where it matters, and links to the official notes.

Latest: Version update · ·3 patches tracked·Checked October 15, 2026
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  1. Version updateLatest

    September 2026

    • Trusts: the maximum alter ego points per stat category rose from 50 to 60.
    • Ambuscade foes rotated (qutrubs and the hydra) and the monthly Records of Eminence objectives were replaced.
    • The free trial's level cap rose from 50 to 75, with its 14-day time limit set to be removed later.
    For buyers

    Beehive Chip prices at two NPCs rose from 40 to 50 gil.

    Sources (2)
  2. Version update

    August 2026

    • New notorious monsters aimed at players who have collected the full Ambuscade rotation armor set, alongside the Unity Wanted fights.
    • The usual Ambuscade update and a cosmetic face mask from a Wizardry Variants Daphne crossover.
    • A Return Home to Vana'diel campaign, a discount campaign and an August login campaign.
    Sources (1)
  3. Version update

    July 2026

    • A new high-tier mission battlefield, revisions to Limbus and Ambuscade updates, plus system-configuration quality-of-life changes.
    • The Celestial Nights event returned, and a campaign from July 10 boosted Abyssea light, Skirmish rewards and Bayld.
    Sources (1)

Read the full patch notes

Our summaries cover the changes that matter to players and buyers. For every line item, read the developer’s own notes.

Square Enix forums: FFXI implemented version updates →

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FAQ

What is the latest Final Fantasy XI patch?

The latest update we track is Version update, September 2026, released September 10, 2026. The full list is on this page, newest first, and we re-check it regularly.

Where can I read the official Final Fantasy XI patch notes?

The full notes are published by the developer: Square Enix forums: FFXI implemented version updates. Each patch on this page also links the sources we used.

How far back does this Final Fantasy XI patch history go?

It covers the major updates from July 9, 2026 onward, 3 patches in total. Small hotfixes are left out unless they change trading or buying.

We summarize from the developer’s announcements and name the outlet when a detail comes from a single report. Found an error or a missing patch? Tell us, and see our editorial policy.

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