Final Fantasy 14 fans were not expecting an art book. Square Enix just announced one, and it lands at the end of 2026. The game has been busy. Between its Nintendo Switch 2 port and a steady stream of free updates, the developer has kept the player count climbing. There is now something else to watch for.
The Art Book Surprise
The new release is called Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail – The Art of Succession – Relics of Eternity. It is a paperback book that covers the game’s history through Patch 7.5. It is the second part of a two-volume set. The first volume, The Art of Succession – Relics of Heritage –, came out in 2025. This second volume covers everything from The Arcadion and Echoes of Vana’diel to Cosmic Exploration.
The book runs 304 pages. It comes with a code for an in-game Lolly Cat minion, included with the purchase. That code gives players a new companion to add to their collection.
A Physical Launch First
The book launches physically on December 15, 2026. A digital version follows a few months later on June 15, 2027. The physical release gives fans a reason to head to a store. The digital version keeps the digital crowd happy.
For players who have been with the game since its rocky start, this is a way to mark their journey. The book covers the game’s full history through Patch 7.5, which means it spans years of content. It is a complete record of how the game has changed over time.
What Fans Get
The $39.99 price point is a reasonable one for a 304-page book. It is a dedicated piece of content for a dedicated audience. The Lolly Cat minion code is a small bonus that makes a pre-order feel worthwhile.
The book is available to pre-order now from the official Square Enix website. Fans can lock in their copy before the December date arrives.
The Switch 2 Wave
The art book announcement comes in the wake of the game’s Nintendo Switch 2 port. The port correlates with a player count surge, and the developer has been working hard to keep the game’s player base active.
Free updates, new releases, and expansions have kept the content flowing.
A Second Volume
The two-volume structure means this is not a one-off release. Square Enix is treating this as part of a larger project. The 304-page count is substantial, and it gives players a lot of material to work through. The book is a physical artifact, which is a rarity in an era of digital releases. It is a way for players to hold a piece of the game in their hands, rather than just seeing it on a screen.
The Release Dates
| Date | Format |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2026 | Physical launch |
| June 15, 2027 | Digital release |
A Pleasant Surprise
This is a release that will please the people who have been with Final Fantasy 14 for a long time. It is a way for them to collect everything related to the game. The Lolly Cat minion code is a small extra, but it is a nice touch.
The December 2026 date gives fans something to mark their calendars for. It is a release that rewards longtime players, and it is a pleasant surprise to see it announced.
This is exactly the kind of fan-focused extra that delights longtime players. It is a pleasant surprise, and it is a release that is worth keeping an eye on. The December date is set, the price is set, and the pre-order is open. For fans of Final Fantasy 14, this is one more reason to keep playing.
Source material: “Final Fantasy 14 Sets Unexpected Release For December 2026,” Screen Rant.
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