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The population of Final Fantasy XIV<\/a> increases dramatically around the time of a new expansion (Endwalker queues, anyone?) and that means worlds start to feel a little congested. With the release of Dawntrail, there’s a whole new batch of Main Scenario Quests to complete, for you and for everyone else.<\/p>\n

This means players tend to crowd around the required NPC, often making it hard to see or interact with them. Thankfully, there’s a way to reduce the visability of other players near NPCs. <\/p>\n

How To Hide Other Players Near NPCs In FFXIV<\/h2>\n
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Tural looks a little less hectic. (Picture: Square Enix, screenshot: Alexandra Hobbs)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

To hide other players when near quest-giving NPCs, there’s a unique setting within the System Configuration settings. Under Character Configuration, look for the header ‘Quest Progression Settings.’<\/p>\n

Here, you’ll spot two options to handle overcrowding near NPCs: <\/p>\n

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  • Hide nearby players when close to quest NPCs<\/li>\n
  • Hide nearby players when interacting with quest NPCs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Selecting either of those will also allow you to hide party members, if you so choose. The idea hear is to allow you to have a better view of the quest giving NPC, either to interact or just see them. For some, it also helps aid immersion. <\/p>\n

    Naturally, as time goes on, this becomes less of an issue with more players making their way through and completing the expansion. But it’s useful to know for future expansions or limited-time events. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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