Final Fantasy XIV

FFXIV has earned its spot among the best free PC games the hard way. After a disastrous launch and many months spent in recovery mode, developer Square Enix has managed to right the course of its ambitious Final Fantasy MMO and build one of the best gaming communities along the way. And yes, while the entire game isn’t free, you can invest a solid chunk of time into the free trial version, which caps your progress at level 60.

A Realm Reborn isn’t just a great PC game; it really draws on everything that makes the Final Fantasy series so popular: beautiful worlds, eccentric characters, stylish cutscenes, and adorable critters. The widely acclaimed 2019 expansion, Shadowbringers, introduced a huge amount of new content, while the latest expansion has proven just as popular (and received 9/10 in our Endwalker review). It can be daunting when you’re just starting your adventure, so be sure to brush up on our guides to FFXIV classes, races, and leveling if you want to get up to speed quickly.