Final Fantasy XIV Evercold details Bastion job, FFVII Remake collab, system revamps

Final Fantasy XIV's next expansion, Evercold, will introduce a new job called Bastion, a collaboration with Final Fantasy VII Remake, and major system revamps, as revealed at the European Fan Festival 2026 in Berlin. The announcement was made by producer and director Naoki Yoshida, known as Yoshi-P, during the event. The Bastion job is the first new job confirmed for Evercold, though details on its role or playstyle have not yet been disclosed. The FFVII Remake collaboration will bring themed content to the game, similar to previous crossover events. System revamps are planned to improve gameplay, but specifics have not been detailed. The expansion is set for release in 2027, with a collector's edition already revealed, including a mount and other in-game items. The setting of Evercold was shown in a new trailer, highlighting a cold, wintry environment. These announcements affect the millions of players worldwide who actively play Final Fantasy XIV, as the expansion will introduce new content and changes to the game. The reveal matters because it gives players a first look at what to expect from the next major update, which will continue the game's story and expand its world. The European Fan Festival is part of a series of events leading up to the expansion's launch, with more details expected at future fan festivals or through official channels. The next steps include further reveals about the Bastion job, the FFVII Remake collaboration, and the system revamps, likely at upcoming events or in official announcements. Players can anticipate more information as the 2027 release date approaches.