FAQ
Answers about the game, the playtest and how to play. Controls are further down.
What is Everforge Legacy?
A single-player action RPG inspired by Final Fantasy XI. You choose a Dwarven, Elven or Human origin and play through Chapter 1, levels 1 to 20, with Jobs, weapon skills, skillchains and Trusts built for one hero.
Is it an MMO or multiplayer?
No. It is single-player only. There is no server, no subscription and no online requirement.
How do I join the playtest?
The playtest is open on Steam and needs no access request. Open the Everforge Legacy store page and press Join the Playtest.
Which platforms is it on?
PC through Steam. It is built for Windows.
Does it support a controller?
Yes. Keyboard and mouse and gamepad are both supported, and the full lists are on this page.
Can I rebind the keys?
Yes. Open Options and choose Controls.
How long is Chapter 1?
About 30 hours across the three paths, roughly 10 hours each, plus post-story content such as extra Named hunts, a Hunt Board and Empowered Trials.
Which Jobs can I play?
Six: Warrior, Monk, Thief, White Mage, Black Mage and Red Mage. Level a Job, then slot its abilities on any other Job up to half your level.
What are Trusts?
Story characters you recruit after their quests. You can bring up to two, or go alone. See the Trusts page for all 15.
How do I save?
F5 saves on demand.
What languages are supported?
English, French, German and Spanish are in the language picker. The French, German and Spanish text is still being reviewed.
When does it release?
There is no fixed date yet. Wishlisting on Steam is the best way to be told at launch.
Is it affiliated with Square Enix?
No. Final Fantasy XI is a trademark of Square Enix. Everforge Legacy is an independent game and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Square Enix.
Where do I report a bug or ask a question?
Join the Discord, or email hello@everforgelegacy.com. I read everything myself.
Controls
Defaults for the current playtest build. Keyboard keys can be rebound in Options.
Keyboard and mouse
Movement and camera
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Move forward and back | W / S |
| Turn left and right | A / D |
| Strafe | Q / E |
| Jump | Space |
| Autorun | V |
| Walk toggle | Z |
| Steer the camera | Hold right mouse button |
| Orbit the camera | Hold left mouse button |
Combat
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Interact, select, attack | Left mouse button |
| Start auto-attack on a target | Right mouse button |
| Auto-attack on or off | T |
| Switch melee and ranged | R |
| Next target | Tab |
| Lock on | X |
| First aid | H |
| Abilities 1 to 8 | 1 to 8 |
| Item bar | Ctrl + 1 to 4 |
| Trust bar | Shift + 1 to 4 |
| Target yourself | F1 |
| Target party members | F2 to F4 |
| Talk, use, open | F |
Menus
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Game menu, close a window | Esc |
| Inventory | I |
| Abilities | K |
| Equipment | C |
| Quest log | J |
| Journal | Y |
| Big map | M |
| Trusts | P |
| Ability radial | G |
| Quick save | F5 |
| Photo mode | F11 |
| Compare items | Hold Alt |
Gamepad
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Move | Left stick |
| Camera | Right stick |
| Jump | Y (Triangle) |
| Interact | A (Cross) |
| Auto-attack on or off | B (Circle) |
| Autorun | D-pad left |
| Switch melee and ranged | D-pad up |
| First aid | D-pad right |
| Next target | Right shoulder |
| Lock on | Left shoulder |
| Abilities 1 to 4 | Left trigger + face buttons |
| Abilities 5 to 8 | Right trigger + face buttons |
| Item bar | Left trigger + D-pad |
| Trust bar | Right trigger + D-pad |
| Game menu | Start |
| Big map | Select |
| Switch menu window | Left / right shoulder |
The playtest is open
Wishlist Everforge Legacy on Steam, or jump into the playtest now. No access request needed.