Learn about the new emote and lifting of weekly restrictions in Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.18.

Patch 7.18 Overview and Patch Notes

Patch 7.18 was released on February 25, 2025. See the patch notes for patch 7.18 and the Patch 7.1: Crossroads Special Site for more information.

New Emote: /photograph

Patch 7.18 adds a new emote that is available to all players: /photograph

Weekly Restrictions Lifted

Weekly restrictions on Light-heavy Holoblades from AAC Light-heavyweight M4, and on rewards and access to AAC Light-heavyweight Tier (Savage), have been removed.

PvP Adjustments

Adjustments have been made to PvP actions and to Swift Sprint duration in Crystalline Conflict.