We currently require FFXI Client version: 30210304_0 (March 2021 or newer).
To get started, you’ll need to download the full FFXI client, available here.
Next, you’ll need to verify files and client version and download any updates. Click here to read the full walkthrough on updating your client.
After the installation is complete, you’re ready to choose a bootloader and windower software - either Windower or Ashita (we support both). This softawre provides the interface to access the Nocturnal Souls server. Think of it like the “Private Server PlayOnline”.
You’re ready to play!
If you’re new to FFXI or to Nocturnal Souls, be sure to check out our New Player Guide!
If you’re coming from the Nasomi player community or have ever used their installer, there’s a process to patch your installation to work with “retail” Final Fantasy XI. You can see the full instructions here: https://nasomi.com/wiki/index.php?title=Config:Installing#Retail.2FNasomi_swap. We’ve also heard reports that similar issues exist for Eden players.