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    Regarding the End of Windows(R) 7 Support

    Square Enix support for the Windows(R) 7 of FINAL FANTASY XI will end on January 14, 2020.

    Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows(R) 7 after January 14, 2020, so we have found that continuing support for this operating system is a difficult proposition.

    You will likely be able to play FINAL FANTASY XI on Windows(R) 7 systems even after the end of support. However, after we discontinue support, we will as a general rule no longer be able to provide support for problems arising as a result of the operating system.

    Square Enix may respond to requests for technical support regarding Windows(R) 7 issues after the end of support, but such informal support will be limited, on a case-by-case basis, and is not guaranteed.


    We have verified that FINAL FANTASY XI runs on PCs with the following specs and situations listed below, and set it as the recommended system requirements. We have also confirmed that there are no stability issues with Windows(R) 8.1 and Windows(R) 10.
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    - Operating System
    Windows 8.1 / 10*
    - CPU
    Intel Core i3 2.4GHz (or higher)
    - Memory
    2GB or more
    - Graphics Card
    NVIDIA GeForce GT 740 (or higher)
    * Driver must be compatible with DirectX 8.1.
    - Graphics Card
    NVIDIA(R) GeForce(TM) series with 32 MB or ATI(R) RADEON(TM) 9000 series
    - Hard Drive Space
    15 GB free hard disk space
    - Other
    Keyboard, mouse, gamepad
    Must have DirectX End-User Runtime installed
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    * Compatibility issues may still arise due to other applications, driver software, custom Windows settings, or hardware configuration.
    * Certain Windows 10 updates may cause the game client to work improperly, but we will work to address any critical error if it happens.
    * Inquiries regarding the parts listed should be made to their respective manufacturer.
    * Administrator privileges are required to install the PlayOnline Viewer and FINAL FANTASY XI.

    Settings Used
    The following game configuration settings were used during testing:
    - Screen Resolution set to 1280x720
    - Drawing Precision set to 1024x1024
    - Shadows set to “Normal”
    - All settings at “High”

    Stress Tests Performed
    The following was performed in order to test load times and overall stability:
    - Tested in-game content “Domain Invasion” and “Campaign,” as well as macro entry and selecting items from various lists. No significant latency issues arose.
    (Domain Invasion was tested with an additional ten players, each with 5 Trust NPCs)

    Playability
    We have determined that the game meets the standard of being “playable” based on the following:
    - Experienced no gameplay issues related to graphics or connectivity.

    Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
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    Regarding the End of Windows(R) 7 Support: Follow Up

    Thank for for playing FINAL FANTASY XI.

    As previously announced, Square Enix support for Windows(R) 7 on FINAL FANTASY XI will end on January 14, 2020.

    Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows(R) 7 after January 14, 2020, so we have found that continuing support for this operating system is a difficult proposition.

    Square Enix will continue to provide user support to those playing FINAL FANTASY XI on Windows(R) 7, but will be unable to provide any technical support for OS-related issues.

    We have also updated the recommended system requirements in line with this change


    We have verified that FINAL FANTASY XI runs on PCs with the following specs and situations listed below, and set it as the recommended system requirements. We have also confirmed that there are no stability issues with Windows(R) 8.1 and Windows(R) 10.

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    - Operating System
    Windows 8.1 / 10*
    - CPU
    Intel Core i3 2.4GHz (or higher)
    - Memory
    2GB or more
    - Graphics Card
    NVIDIA GeForce GT 740 (or higher)
    * Driver must be compatible with DirectX 8.1.
    - Sound Card
    Sound card whose driver is compatible with DirectX 8.1.
    - Hard Drive Space
    15 GB free hard disk space
    - Internet Connection
    A constant internet connection is required.
    - Other
    Keyboard, mouse, gamepad
    Must have DirectX End-User Runtime installed
    *Although a gamepad is not strictly required to play, using one together with a keyboard and mouse provides the best experience.
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    * Compatibility issues may still arise due to other applications, driver software, custom Windows settings, or hardware configuration.
    * Certain Windows 10 updates may cause the game client to work improperly, but we will work to address any critical errors that may arise.
    * Inquiries regarding the parts listed should be made to their respective manufacturer.
    * Administrator privileges are required to install the PlayOnline Viewer and FINAL FANTASY XI.

    Settings Used
    The following game configuration settings were used during testing:
    - Screen Resolution set to 1280x720
    - Drawing Precision set to 1024x1024
    - Shadows set to “Normal”
    - All settings at “High”

    The following was performed in order to test load times and overall stability:
    - Tested in-game content “Domain Invasion” and “Campaign,” as well as macro entry and selecting items from various lists. No significant latency issues arose.
    (Domain Invasion was tested with an additional ten players, each with 5 Trust NPCs)

    Playability
    We have determined that the game meets the standard of being “playable” based on the following:
    - Experienced no gameplay issues related to graphics or connectivity.

    We have updated the following entries on the official site in line with the above changes.
    - Platforms > Windows(R)
    https://sqex.to/nGT
    - Play Guide > Game Manual > Main Menu > Config
    https://sqex.to/uq5rc
    - Download > Windows(R) Uninstall
    https://sqex.to/Y0U1Y

    Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
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