Final Fantasy XIV and Mountain Dew Collaboration Revealed

I have exciting news for fans of Final Fantasy XIV and Mountain Dew! Square Enix has announced a special collaboration with the popular beverage brand that will allow players to unlock exclusive rewards by collecting points from Mountain Dew purchases. This unique crossover event is set to bring a new experience to players of the massively multiplayer online game.On May 16, game director and producer Naoki Yoshida and global community producer Toshio Foxclon Murouchi shared some details about the upcoming FF14 expansion, Dawntrail, during a live stream. While some changes may not be well-received by Astrologians, players can now look forward to enjoying Mountain Dew and earning rewards in the game through a US-only promotion.As part of the partnership, Mountain Dew enthusiasts can earn points by collecting soda caps, which can be redeemed for both in-game items and real-world merchandise. One of the standout rewards is a new bird mount called Mountain Zu, which players can unlock by participating in the promotion. In addition to the mount, players can also receive a variety of rewards, including a Mtn Dew x FF14 fridge magnet, green dye for in-game attire, a copy of the FF14 starter edition on PC, FF14-themed sweatpants, and a gaming challenge t-shirt.During the live stream, Yoshida humorously mentioned that the name Mountain Zu sounded like a dad joke to him, highlighting the playful nature of the collaboration between Square Enix and Mountain Dew. This unique event not only offers exciting rewards for players but also showcases the fun and creativity behind the partnership.In other FF14 news, Square Enix confirmed the return of the Fall Guys-themed event on May 23, available to all players until June 10. Fans can also look forward to the release of the Dawntrail expansion on July 2, which promises to bring new content and adventures to the world of Final Fantasy XIV.