SaralnamaOn 21 Aug 2025, the creator of Mare Synchronos, a popular mod for Final Fantasy XIV, shut it down after receiving a legal notice from Square Enix. The mod allowed players to share appearance changes visible to others, enhancing role-play but also enabling misuse like accessing paid items for free and sharing inappropriate content. Final Fantasy XIV director Naoki Yoshida said mods are allowed only for personal use and must not affect other players or the game’s integrity. He explained that the company must protect its services and follow laws in all countries. The shutdown caused disappointment among players, with some leaving negative reviews on Steam between 21-23 Aug 2025. Square Enix continues to prohibit third-party tools that violate its terms, though it listens to community requests for official game improvements. (Updated 28 Aug 2025, 19:51 IST; source: link)