Heavensward and Steam

Hello! I am a PC player and I bought FFXIV through STEAM.

After a series of issues (won't go into details) I downloaded the regular client and I just play with it, without using the Steam interface anymore (I can still pay through it tho).

Since I wanted to buy the Collector Edition and get me all the props and stuff, then I read this:

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Please note that users that play FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn on Steam will need to purchase the Steam version of FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward.

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Does this mean my 100+€ copy of Heavensward won't work on my Steam-purchased version of FFXIV?

Please let me know, I don't want to have to buy Heavensward twice.

From what I understand, that is correct. I guess Steam bought copies of the game have a unique code formula that Heavensward copies from anywhere but Steam aren't made to work with.

Hopefully you can get a refund :/

Edit: I also found this quote. It confirms that you indeed have to buy it on Steam.

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Originally Posted by Bayohne

This is correct. Users who purchased FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn on Steam will need to purchase FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward on Steam as well.


This is also correct.


Yes, we are currently working with Valve to launch pre-orders for the Steam version of Heavensward (standard and digital Collector's Edition) that would include the pre-order bonuses.

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