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FFXIV: Tom Morello's 'Everything Burns' Track & Patch 7.4

FFXIV: Tom Morello's 'Everything Burns' Track & Patch 7.4
FFXIV Tom Morello Everything Burns collaboration and Patch 7.4 Into The Mist

Gaming culture is ablaze with the monumental news: Final Fantasy XIV, Square Enix's acclaimed MMORPG, is set to unleash an "absolute rocking banger" of a new track, "Everything Burns," courtesy of none other than Rage Against The Machine's legendary guitarist, Tom Morello. This electrifying collaboration brings a long-held dream of FFXIV's celebrated composer, Masayoshi Soken, to vivid reality, promising to send shockwaves through the gaming and music worlds alike.

A Dream Years in the Making

The fusion of heavy rock and the sprawling world of Final Fantasy XIV is hardly new; the game's score has long resonated with powerful guitar riffs and high-octane battle themes. Esteemed composer Masayoshi Soken has consistently championed rock as an ideal genre for "battle content," citing its ability to "hype up" players and remain "easy to understand" and "get involved in." This ethos is exemplified by previous collaborations, such as Godhead's Jason Charles Miller lending his powerful vocals to Endwalker's iconic "Close in the Distance," and even the developers themselves forming the in-house rock band, The Primals.

What makes this latest announcement truly exceptional, however, is the deeply personal connection. Soken has openly shared that Rage Against The Machine stands as his all-time favorite band. The genesis of this "nonsensical" collaboration began when Jason Charles Miller conveyed Soken's fervent admiration to Morello. A year of anticipation culminated in Morello delivering on the request, crafting a track specifically designed to "mirror the energy and the potency of this game." Soken's profound excitement is palpable, describing the event as surreal—a direct musical gift from his idol now integrated into the game he helps create.

"Everything Burns": Unleashing the Beast

The highly anticipated new track, titled "Everything Burns," is engineered for maximum impact. Morello, alongside the formidable band Beartooth, set out to create something "super heavy and super powerful" for Final Fantasy XIV. Players will first experience this sonic assault within the Arcadion battle arena, where its raw energy is expected to amplify the in-game action.

For fans eager to add this epic collaboration to their playlists, "Everything Burns" will be available on all major streaming services starting December 17th. Early snippets of the track can be heard now across Final Fantasy XIV's official social media channels and in the latest game trailers.

Patch 7.4 "Into The Mist" Looms

Accompanying this groundbreaking musical debut is the release of Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming major update, Patch 7.4, aptly named "Into The Mist." Scheduled to drop on December 16th, this patch not only continues the game's expansive narrative but also introduces a highly anticipated quality-of-life improvement.

Key features arriving with Patch 7.4 include:

  • Further advancements in the main storyline, deepening the rich lore of Eorzea.
  • A significant update lifting restrictions on glamouring outfits, offering players unprecedented freedom in customizing their character's appearance.

This convergence of a rock legend's talent and significant game enhancements solidifies Final Fantasy XIV's reputation as an evolving, player-centric MMORPG, continuously pushing boundaries in both gameplay and artistic collaboration.