Hey everyone!

The FFXIV Fan Gathering at last year’s gamescom was received so well that we thought we might as well do another one with all of you this year! So, if you still have the energy for a great party left in you after a hard day of prowling gamescom and scoring t-shirts, be our guest!

When and where will the Fan Gathering take place?
It will take place on Thursday, 18 August 2016, in Cologne. We’re keeping the venue a secret for now, but we can tell you that you’ll be able to enter from 8 pm, with an official start at 9 pm local time.

How can I get in?
Simple – just send us an email to sedecommunity@square-enix.com with “Gamescom Fan-Gathering Cologne 2016” in the subject line and include the following information:
  • Last Name
  • First Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Main Character Name
  • World
If you’d like to bring someone who’s not yet playing FFXIV, please include the following info:
  • Name of your friend
  • Email address of your friend
Cut-off for sign-ups is Friday, 12 August 2016, 10 am (GMT)/12 pm (CEST)/3 am (PDT)!

Please note: All participants need to be at least 18 years of age on the day of the event. Please bring a government-issued photographic ID (driver’s license, passport, national ID, etc.), as we will check your details before you can enter the venue.

FAQ

Why is the Fan Gathering for ages 18 and up only?
Alcoholic beverages will be served and the party will most likely continue until late at night.

How will I know if my application was successful and I can attend?
All successful applicants will receive an email confirmation. Due to space limitations at the venue we cannot guarantee that all applicants will be able to attend. Unsuccessful applicants will not be contacted, so if you haven’t heard anything from us by 15 August, please assume that all available slots have been taken.

What happens if more people sign up than there are slots available?
In that case we will randomly select people.

Will there be a program?
Only a very relaxed one. The general topic of the evening is to have fun and meet other FFXIV players!

Are you trying to sell us anything?!?
No, of course not! We will not force anyone to sign up for a subscription or to buy anything.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask here

We’re looking forward to meeting you!