RPG powerhouse Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XIV will hit retail shelves worldwide on September 30, with a special collector’s edition available beforehand on September 22. Contrary to popular belief, the PS3 version will not launch alongside its PC counterpart and is scheduled to arrive at a later date in March 2011, dashing hopes of a simultaneous debut.

The standard edition is priced at $49.99 while the CE will run you $79.99. Base subscription rates are set at $12.99 per month.

A full run-down of what’s included in the FFXIV Collector’s Edition can be found past the break.

* EARLY ACCESS – Play a few days prior to the release of the PC Standard Edition
* BEHIND-THE-SCENES DVD – Get an insider look at the making of FINAL FANTASY XIV with exclusive video content, interviews and more in this special documentary DVD
* SECURITY TOKEN – A FINAL FANTASY XIV branded Security Token used in addition to your regular password
* ADVENTURERS BRANDED TUMBLER – Carry a small piece of Eorzea around with you with this branded tumbler
* MAP OF EORZEA – A detailed map showing the key areas of Eorzea, essential for the committed traveller
* TRAVEL JOURNAL – Record your travels in this journal filled with pages of never-before-seen concept art
* FREE GAMEPLAY– 30-day free gameplay
* GUEST PASS – Invite a friend to play free for a limited time
* GAME DISC
* GAME MANUAL

Those interested in offering a hand in the upcoming beta test phase on PC, which is slated to kick off in July, can head on over to Square Enix’s site to apply.

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