Final Fantasy 14 Stops Automatic Housing Demolition Shortly After Restarting It

Final Fantasy XIV Suspends Housing Demolitions Due to California Wildfires

Square Enix has temporarily halted automatic housing demolition timers in Final Fantasy XIV on North American servers due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. This affects players on the Aether, Primal, Crystal, and Dynamis data centers.

The suspension, implemented on January 9th, 2025, comes just one day after the company resumed these timers following a previous moratorium. The earlier pause, concluding January 8th, was attributed to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The current situation necessitates this action to accommodate players potentially impacted by the wildfires and unable to log in to reset their timers.

In Final Fantasy XIV, unoccupied housing plots are subject to a 45-day demolition timer. This system is designed to maintain a fair distribution of housing among players. However, Square Enix regularly pauses these timers in response to real-world events to prevent unintended loss of homes for players facing disruptions. Homeowners can still reset their timers by visiting their properties.

Square Enix has not provided a timeline for resuming the automatic demolitions, stating they will continue to monitor the situation. The company expressed sympathy for those affected by the wildfires, highlighting the broader impact of the disaster. This event follows other disruptions, including a postponement of the Critical Role Campaign 3 finale and the relocation of an NFL playoff game. The ongoing situation underscores the unpredictable nature of real-world events and their impact on the gaming community. The length of this latest suspension remains to be seen.

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