Achievements are earned by reaching certain milestones during gameplay. Some of these milestones include leveling classes, uncovering locations, defeating enemies, and earning gil.
Achievements window
The achievements window.
The achievements window is accessible from the Character menu. The window displays a summary of all the categories of achievements and the player's progress in each. Sections on the side allow the player to access each category's achievements. The "Relevant" category at the top displays the last five achievements, current area achievements, and achievements approaching completion.
Categories
| Category | # of achievements |
|---|---|
| Battle | 304 |
| Character | 324 |
| Crafting | 152 |
| Exploration | 157 |
| Gathering | 109 |
| Grand Company | 72 |
| Items | 271 |
| Legacy | 261 |
| PvP | 161 |
| Quests | 265 |
Rewards
Each time a player earns an achievement, they will gain achievement points. These points can be exchanged for 
[Achievement Certificates] by speaking with Jonathas in Old Gridania. Certificates can then be used to purchase special rewards including rare items and gear.
Some achievements grant titles which can be added to a player's display name.