Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail hands-on — New jobs in the new world

Posted byby Mike Minotti
June 6, 2024
Updated June 18, 2025
3 min

I’ve got a paintbrush, and I’m not afraid to use it.

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail is the popular MMO’s next expansion, releasing on July 2. It takes players to a new land across the sea, the Tural. The new world has more to offer than summer vacation vibes, as Dawntrail will offer players new challenges and ways to play. This includes two character jobs: the sword-spinning Viper and the magical painter Pictomancer.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.