Square Enix announced the closing date of the Open Beta test for Final Fantasy XIV: September 19, 2010. Here’s the official word:

We would like to thank everyone who has participated in the FINAL FANTASY XIV Open Beta Test.

The open beta test currently being conducted is scheduled to end at 5:00 p.m. on September 19, 2010 (PDT). Following the end of the open beta test, the beta test site will close at 12:00 a.m. on September 20, 2010 (PDT).
• Client downloads will cease simultaneously with the end of the open beta test.
• The bug report form will be closed simultaneously with the beta test site.
There isn’t much time left in the open beta test, but we would like to thank everyone for their cooperation and support.

Final Fantasy XIV collectors edition launches on September 22, while the standard edition is out on September 30. The PS3 version is delayed until March 2011.