Network Technical Difficulties Caused by DDoS Attacks (Dec. 16)
We are currently experiencing technical difficulties due to a DDoS attack.
Players may experience the following issues as a result.
We are investigating the attack and taking countermeasures. Additional information will be provided as the situation develops.
[Date & Time]
From Dec. 16, 2025 4:53 a.m. (PST)
From Dec. 16, 2025 12:53 (GMT)
From Dec. 16, 2025 23:53 (AEDT)
[Details]
Players may be experiencing the following issues:
・Disconnections from NA Data Center Worlds
・Difficulty logging in to NA Data Center Worlds
・Difficulty accessing, sending, and receiving data from NA Data Centers
[Affected Service]
- FINAL FANTASY XIV
Recovery from Network Technical Difficulties Caused by DDoS Attacks (Dec. 16, 17)
During the times listed below, we were experiencing network technical difficulties due to a DDoS attack.
Players may have experienced the following issues as a result.
We will continue to monitor the situation and work with ISPs to come up with countermeasures.
[Date & Time]
Dec. 16, 2025 4:53 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (PST)
Dec. 16, 2025 12:53 to Dec. 17, 2025 6:00 (GMT)
Dec. 16, 2025 23:53 to Dec. 17, 2025 17:00 (AEDT)
[Details]
Players may be experiencing the following issues:
・Disconnections from NA Data Center Worlds
・Difficulty logging in to NA Data Center Worlds
・Difficulty accessing, sending, and receiving data from NA Data Centers
[Affected Service]
- FINAL FANTASY XIV