Final Fantasy XVI

 PlayStation 5
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

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  1. NinjaNakashima
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Absolutely love the game. I have now played 11 final fantasy games over the past 20 years and count this as one of my favorites. The characters are great, the bad guys are very easy to hate, and I found myself becoming attached to so many of the side characters you get to interact with throughout the game. While there might be a few side quests that are rather simple, so many of themAbsolutely love the game. I have now played 11 final fantasy games over the past 20 years and count this as one of my favorites. The characters are great, the bad guys are very easy to hate, and I found myself becoming attached to so many of the side characters you get to interact with throughout the game. While there might be a few side quests that are rather simple, so many of them really flesh out the world or at the very least show you who Clive really is. The combat is fun with many options for different play styles. I'm currently playing through New Game+ and love that there is still some challenges to be had with more enemies and harder fights. I even still find myself doing the side quests and rewatching many of the cutscenes that I loved so much. Much like my other favorites from the FF series, I expect I will be coming back to play this game long after I have gotten the platinum just to live in the world with the characters I love again.… Expand
  2. runningkid
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    This game is insane!! the amount I cried at the ending. Just thinking about it still makes my heart wrench ):
  3. Fusionize
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Frankly, I was initially skeptical to buy a Playstation 5 console solely to play Final Fantasy XVI. I was worried that this game would end up being a disappointment. But, 67 hours later and I finally beat FFXVI. Naturally, I would feel good about something like this, but I was just sobbing, the ending made me realize how I was very connected with the characters, each of them with their back stories. That what is a Final Fantasy truly is, feeling connected to the characters and the world itself. Speaking of the world, they pulled off the aspect of world building extremely well. The political powers and beliefs, and the lore dating back to the very dawn of this world. It was as if they were drip feeding us information, and that pacing was perfect for something of this scale. Me personally, I wouldn't like it when they dump bunch of information at the beginning. When the world was presented to me in the demo content, I kept asking, what is this, why is this happening, how did it happen, where, when? And all of these questions I had from the beginning eventually got answered. I loved it when they already set the bar up high in the demo content, then they decided to break that bar immediately after the demo content, then another one is set in, but yet they break that bar. It just keep on going until the very end. A truly roller coaster of emotions. Overall, I'd say, Final Fantasy XVI is the ultimate Final Fantasy experience for any beginners and the old hardcore fans.… Expand
  4. Fenriel
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing, im a long time Final Fantasy fan and this games action is exactly how I remember each game I ever played as a kid with my imagination filling in all the empty spaces. But that is all seperate from how amazing the writing it, its basically an interactive novel and when characters die I feel like i've lost a friend in real life. I have never been moved this much by a game in my life. The combat is responsive, The side quests weigh heavy on my mind from the decisions the characters have to make, the pain and joy I feel for them is real. I speak to people for a living and these characters feel more alive then the actual human beings i speak to just droning through their every day life.… Expand
  5. Jellis095
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    This game is easily one of the best Final Fantasy to come out. It's my favorite since 12 and already in my top 5. The combat evolves on itself as the game progresses, it's beautiful, has a great sound track, and endearing characters. Some of the Side quests can feel like a trudge but every one of them add flavor to the world in a unique way.
  6. ApxDuarte
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Jogaço!!Realmente uma obra prima da Square, que mais uma vez consegue renovar e manter a alta qualidade da franquia Final Fantasy!Recomendado demais
  7. yurikxiii
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Historia incrivel , combate sensacional que vai divertir players casuais , mais vai brilhar na mão de players avançados que curtem uns combos mad . O conteudo segundario poderia ser melhor, porem não afetou minha experiencia . Ja considero um dos melhores jogos que joguei .
  8. Abraham1990
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Gameplay was very satisfying.
    Story is very interesting.
    Boss fights are very memorable.
  9. TheviusS
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Genuinely one of the best games that I've ever played. Sure there are valid criticisms I've seen that I somewhat agree with, story pacing, overall performance issues, etc., but when I look at the game as a whole, it's truly something special. The music is fantastic, the story is gripping, the characters are lovable and the bosses are magnificent. Can't say enough good about this game.
  10. Haoquach
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While this game is not your typical Jrpg game or your ff game, its still a phenominal game nonetheless. The developers had been saying they want to make an action game in stead of normal jrpg game for the longest time so I dont really see what the fuss is about. The down side of the game mainly lie with the exploration and the linear gear progression. The exploration is just **** most of the time you have no reason to stray off the main path because there is nothing for you to find and when it does, it barely worths anything. With that being said, the story, characters, and combat is more than enough to be able to make up for it's horrible downfall. And Eikon battle is what stuck out the most for me, also the ending is just beautiful, probably the best ending I have seen in a long while. In the end, no game is perfext and FF16 is no exception, however what it does good it does great and for me that is more than enough to make a great game. Hopefully the DLC can fix its problem.… Expand
  11. Snowberries
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    I wrote a very long review and accidentally closed the window. I really don't feel like writing it again, so I will only say this: I love this game so much. It's a beautiful cinematic experience with a heavy story focus and a lot of lore to discover. The characters are great, the combat fun, and the world is beautiful. That's honestly all I want out of a game, hence my score.
  12. JoseDaRoyceRoma
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible plot, incredible presentation, game that you have to play YES OR YES.… Expand
  13. Greenshield89
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Final Fantasy 16 is an absolute masterpiece that captivates players from start to finish. The game's stunning visuals and immersive world-building create an enchanting atmosphere that pulls you into its rich lore. The characters are beautifully crafted with deep, compelling backstories that evoke genuine emotions, making their journey all the more impactful. The combat system strikes a perfect balance between strategic depth and thrilling action, keeping you engaged throughout intense battles. Moreover, the narrative is a triumph, weaving a complex tale of heroism, sacrifice, and redemption that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its exceptional storytelling, breathtaking graphics, and unforgettable gameplay, Final Fantasy 16 is a must-play for both fans of the series and newcomers alike. It's a shining testament to the enduring legacy of the franchise and a remarkable addition to the world of gaming.… Expand
  14. iLudhriq
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplemente apoteósico, espectacular y perfecto. Deja un vacío tremendo y difícil de llenar. Un prueba más de que PlayStation y Square Enix son la dupla perfecta.… Expand
  15. Merxymerx
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    Stellar game, great story, beautiful graphics, and engaging combat. Should be a classic
  16. alexii7
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    Has the same obvious flaws the series has suffered from since 10 (bland sidequests, too much melodrama, loses itself a bit at times). I truly think some of it stems from the lack of overworld.

    FF9 still deserves the crown of greatest FF (no contest) just due to scale and execution of the artstyle of that game on the PS1. It's still timeless even today, but FF16 is very much a    Has the same obvious flaws the series has suffered from since 10 (bland sidequests, too much melodrama, loses itself a bit at times). I truly think some of it stems from the lack of overworld.

    FF9 still deserves the crown of greatest FF (no contest) just due to scale and execution of the artstyle of that game on the PS1. It's still timeless even today, but FF16 is very much a contender. I don't think I've ever played a game like it. Great music, great characters, great doggo!!!! Probably the most cohesive of all the FF stories too.

    If you enjoy FF's this is a must play until the end.    … Expand
  17. onboard231
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    10 out of 10! This game is a masterpiece! I have played every Final Fantasy game (not including MMOs) after FF7. For years my favorite has been FF10, but that has now changed. FF16 is my new favorite Final Fantasy game. This has the best story of any FF game and maybe the best story of any stand-alone game. The main faults are that it's very linear and the combat starts off a bit slow.10 out of 10! This game is a masterpiece! I have played every Final Fantasy game (not including MMOs) after FF7. For years my favorite has been FF10, but that has now changed. FF16 is my new favorite Final Fantasy game. This has the best story of any FF game and maybe the best story of any stand-alone game. The main faults are that it's very linear and the combat starts off a bit slow. Combat is much improved once you get all your ability slots filled out. The boss fights are out of this world spectacles that you need to experience to believe. Don't sleep on this game!!!… Expand
  18. FFGOTY2023
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Solo una parola: EPICO
    questo gioco si merita il goty del 2023
    È un capolavoro assurdo, vedo youtuber che dicono: ma non è granché, il combattimento è noioso (e usavano gli anelli nel combattimento), schivare e difficile perché tutte le mosse occupano la visuale nello schermo, ha cali di fps (scusa ma stai parlando di zelda o FF?). Tutte queste sono cazzate, questo gioco è perfetto, le    Solo una parola: EPICO
    questo gioco si merita il goty del 2023
    È un capolavoro assurdo, vedo youtuber che dicono: ma non è granché, il combattimento è noioso (e usavano gli anelli nel combattimento), schivare e difficile perché tutte le mosse occupano la visuale nello schermo, ha cali di fps (scusa ma stai parlando di zelda o FF?).
    Tutte queste sono cazzate, questo gioco è perfetto, le mappe non ti fanno sentire intrappolato, il combattimento è veramente stupendo ( e con un minimo di testa, le mosse che occupano il campo visivo possono tornare utili se si usa il cervello)
    la storia è una delle più belle mai viste in vita mia, quando si pensa che si è raggiunto il picco massimo in uno scontro ogni volta si ha sempre di meglio, i cali di fps mai avuti, graficamente è spettacolare e i particellari che danno fastidio a chi non ne capisce niente sono invece STUPENDI. Non fidatevi di chi su youtube né sparla perché non hanno niente da fare se non lamentarsi e seguire la massa, compratelo e fidatevi non lo ridarete indietro mai e poi mai. Sto facendo il new game plus e non me ne pento.
    Grazie square che crei vere meraviglie videoludiche.    … Expand
  19. Nightslayer
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Easily one of the best games of the year, could win GOTY of 2023. This game offers an amazing combat system, story, characters, graphics, and simply gameplay overall. I'd recommend, 10/10
  20. SEVEN_s
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ストーリー、アクションの爽快感、キャラクターの魅力
    全て完璧でした！

    発売日から遊んで、今日やっとクリアーしました。
    サブクエどころか、マップ上のNPCの会話までしゃぶり尽くし遊びました。
    結果、こんなに時間が掛かってました。

    ストーリー進行でNPCの会話が、丁寧に変化してあって世界が生きているのを感じました。
    初期に上がってるレビューとかを見ると、サブクエが楽しくないって意見が散見されます。
    きっと、サブクエって形式な時点で、切って捨ててる人が多いんだろうな思います。
    サブクエの中に、この世界を好きになっちゃう濃い内容が、散りばめられてるんですけどね。

    クライブがどんなどんな人達と出会い、どんな思いを共有していたのか、、、
    サブクエを通して知っているか、知らないのかでラストのパンチの演出の印象も
    変わってくると思います。

    間違いなく僕にとっては神げーでした。    … Expand
  21. yukigaming
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    Everything about this game is Superb, The Quality and detail in everything is just second to none, the music by Soken elevated the experience to a whole new level,

    The game is beautiful graphically and the gameplay surpassed my expectations with amazing set pieces and incredible battles with a variety of approach, Clive is an incredible character and following his journey was a true    Everything about this game is Superb, The Quality and detail in everything is just second to none, the music by Soken elevated the experience to a whole new level,

    The game is beautiful graphically and the gameplay surpassed my expectations with amazing set pieces and incredible battles with a variety of approach,

    Clive is an incredible character and following his journey was a true rollercoaster ride. All the other characters were great to be around too and I have fond memories of all the stories they had to tell.

    My only negative would be the no mode where we can equip every 4 or 5 Eikons but that's more of an endgame want,

    FFXVI is a complete package and one worth the cost, if you have a ps5 DO NOT LISTEN TO HATERS, buy this game and have a great time!    … Expand
  22. KRockXP
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. Will likely win game of the year. Character development is well thought out. Story and fight pacing is perfect and it stays always from all the typical RPG elements meant to suck time away for a reward. The game starts pretty linear as it teaches you things then opens up nicely. I also liked that the side quests really tied into the main story most of the time. It wasThis game is amazing. Will likely win game of the year. Character development is well thought out. Story and fight pacing is perfect and it stays always from all the typical RPG elements meant to suck time away for a reward. The game starts pretty linear as it teaches you things then opens up nicely. I also liked that the side quests really tied into the main story most of the time. It was such an enjoyable ride. I never wanted it to stop.… Expand
  23. Ind1g0
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is genuinely the best game i've ever played. The experience was unreal, it made you feel every emotion possible. first off the story, its done perfectly. the pacing is great(granted you do some side-quests lol) and a it never gets boring and every time you stop playing it leaves you itching to play more and continue the stellar story
    next the side-quests. they are some of the best side-quests i've ever seen. often side-quests just become grindy and they never have much depth but those issues aren't here.
    the quests are beautiful, happy, sad, impactful, and most importantly it doesn't feel like a completely different game from the story when you do them. it blends together so well and you actually feel like the things you do make an impact on the characters and people of the game and the amount of dialogue random Npcs have is pretty incredible. their just fun to do as well, and the rewards you get are great like various upgrades or one where at the end of a side quest line you get the best sword in the game (not counting new game+ gear) so i definitely recommend doing them.
    next the music. Jesus christ someone went hard with these. its some of the best **** ive heard in my life and when i finished the game i literally saved like 25 songs to my personal playlist so that should give you a good idea on how good the music is. As for the ending song it will make you **** cry and feel hopeful at the same damn time.
    next is combat.
    now for older and newer ff fans no it is not turn based
    however it seems like its a little harder to make turn based work in modern games( excluding persona)
    i just don't think it would work here with this game and turn based isn't nearly as popular as it once was
    it just doesn't seem like what a-lot of modern players want
    turn based fanatics can go on about turn based is better or it fits more or it takes way more skill or blah blah games aren't about being good at it or about the game being insanely difficult its about having a fun beautiful experience and this has that in spades.
    to keep it kinda short the combat is **** awesome and epic. the combos you can pull of are satisfying and i adore the eikon powers and i'm betting and hoping you will too.
    dodging feels satisfying landing strong attacks feels satisfying and its just all around super fun
    it never gets boring either, certainly didn't for me.
    the boss fights are....this game has the best boss fights of anything ever
    towards the ending i got so excited about fighting the final boss i was **** up quick time events cause i was so excited and **** and i accidentally pressed a bunch of wrong buttons. (yes it has quicktime events however they arent annoying and were actually very satisfying to pull off)
    it helps that they are paired with the most godly music you'll ever hear so..yeah.
    they are satisfying and so damn fun to fight and its also an insane spectacle cause this games graphics are **** unreal. i took so many screenshots throughout the game cause it looks too good and idk how they did this but they did and its perfect.

    now we get to characters
    holy hell where to start... how about with clive our main guy.
    hes such a good main character youll find yourself loving his interactions and personality from the start.
    he actually shows emotion too like hell cry and laugh. albiet not a loud one but he will chuckle and smile frequently and he's very logical cause sometimes you'll find yourself saying his exact line before he can.
    every other character is like this too. you'll feel for them you'll love them you'll be happy and sad for them
    Clive certainly wont outshine everyone by a wide margin, in fact you may find yourself loving other characters more than him and i certainly wouldnt blame you for that.

    for example and lets just use one cause this is **** long enough already

    Cid
    from the first line you can tell **** i'm gonna love this guy"
    and you'll be right
    everything about him, his character his humor his voice his beliefs and his interactions with other characters is done flawlessly.
    the only complaint is i want more with him but wanting more isnt really a good complaint is it
    i think it give you plenty especially since his death elevates the story

    now cid is not in the game for too long
    he dies after the first 25% of the story buut the impact he makes on the characters the world the story, to Clive and most importantly to you, is incredible.
    you just have to play it to understand

    now for the ending
    now i may have put spoilers but i will never spoil an entire ending but this had me **** crying and it was just so beautiful, the perfect ending to this game and probably anything ever.
    the songs that play at the end are literally some of the best songs you'll ever hear and the end of the story will change you.

    so thats my review
    go play this game RN
    its worth every damn penny
    just take your time and have fun with it and you wont be sorry

    ps i ain't a professional critic.    … Expand
  24. Taki138966
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    Pretty good game. Story was a let down than what Imagined, but hope we still get dlc.
  25. Artreich
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece! A pure work of art! I've been following and cherishing this franchise for 21 years, and FFXVI brought me back to when I booted FFX for the first time on my PS2 as a kid. I'm so happy for the quality of this game, a 10/10 for me!
  26. damonlopez
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    I love this game so much !
    I haven’t had a game’s story or gameplay grip me like this in a while
  27. Bugjam8
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    "Final Fantasy XVI" es una joya imprescindible para cualquier amante de los juegos de rol y la narrativa épica. Ambientado en un mundo intrigante y lleno de magia, el juego cautiva desde el principio con su impresionante diseño visual y una trama rica en detalles. Los personajes están meticulosamente construidos, cada uno con sus propias motivaciones y arcos de desarrollo que mantienen a"Final Fantasy XVI" es una joya imprescindible para cualquier amante de los juegos de rol y la narrativa épica. Ambientado en un mundo intrigante y lleno de magia, el juego cautiva desde el principio con su impresionante diseño visual y una trama rica en detalles. Los personajes están meticulosamente construidos, cada uno con sus propias motivaciones y arcos de desarrollo que mantienen a los jugadores comprometidos en su viaje.

    El sistema de combate es una combinación perfecta de acción y estrategia, ofreciendo una experiencia dinámica y emocionante en cada encuentro. La fluidez con la que puedes alternar entre personajes y habilidades agrega profundidad a las batallas y permite una personalización táctica.

    Uno de los aspectos más destacados es la banda sonora, que una vez más se encuentra entre las mejores de la franquicia. Cada pieza musical complementa perfectamente las escenas y los momentos clave, sumergiéndote por completo en el mundo del juego.

    La historia, llena de giros inesperados y emocionales, te mantendrá enganchado desde el principio hasta el final. Los temas de política, poder y traición se entrelazan hábilmente, creando un relato fascinante que te hará reflexionar incluso después de haber terminado el juego.

    En resumen, "Final Fantasy XVI" es una obra maestra que brilla en todos los aspectos. Tanto si eres un fanático de la franquicia como si buscas una experiencia de juego emocionante y envolvente, este título es una razón más que suficiente para adquirir una consola PlayStation. No te decepcionará y te sumergirá en un mundo de fantasía que difícilmente podrás olvidar.    … Expand
  28. Jaminin89
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Gracias Square Enix por regalarme estás más de 80 horas mágicas.
    Habéis hecho que este juego sea mi favorito de la saga y mi juego favorito junto a Ocarina of Time.
    Muchas gracias por darnos este juego, hacia tanto que no me lo pasaba tan bien y no tenía esta sensación con un videojuego desde que era un niño. Hay juegos técnicamente muy buenos y luego están juegos como este que te llegan    Gracias Square Enix por regalarme estás más de 80 horas mágicas.
    Habéis hecho que este juego sea mi favorito de la saga y mi juego favorito junto a Ocarina of Time.
    Muchas gracias por darnos este juego, hacia tanto que no me lo pasaba tan bien y no tenía esta sensación con un videojuego desde que era un niño.
    Hay juegos técnicamente muy buenos y luego están juegos como este que te llegan al corazón.
    Una auténtica joya, tanto en historia, narrativa, game play y epicidad, es un sueño hecho realidad para los fans de esta saga y para los amantes de los videojuegos.
    El contenido secundario pasado la mitad del juego es de mucha calidad ampliando el Lore del mismo, su mundo y sus personajes, el sistema de combate es de lo mejor que he visto un ARGP con sinergias entre habilidades y muy variado, lo mejor es probar varias combinaciones.
    La banda sonora está a la altura de los clásicos, tiene melodías que se te quedan grabadas.
    También hay bastantes guiños a la saga.
    El apartado artístico y técnico es sublime, una pasada de escenarios y un espectáculo los combates, en especial contra los Eikons y el enemigo final.
    Clive ahora es mi héroe favorito de la franquicia junto con Cecil.
    En fin mi nota es un 9,9 pero como no se puede poner, pues le doy un 10.    … Expand
  29. Makusan
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Best FF ever!
    + very epic, brutal and interesting story;
    + best combat in all final fantasy series;
    + Clife Rosefield - peak!
    - monotonous quests;
    - sometimes boring story quests.
    Is it worth playing? Definitely, yes!
  30. andyham
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    There are moments in this game I will remember for a long time and I doubt the scale and sheer spectacle, that pumped feeling and pure investment, can ever be matched let alone surpassed. Eveything comes together so well. Really addicitive combat loop, great visuals, incredible story. Even in the downtime between huge events I was having a great time.

    Some minor gripes, I'd like a bit    There are moments in this game I will remember for a long time and I doubt the scale and sheer spectacle, that pumped feeling and pure investment, can ever be matched let alone surpassed. Eveything comes together so well. Really addicitive combat loop, great visuals, incredible story. Even in the downtime between huge events I was having a great time.

    Some minor gripes, I'd like a bit more from sidequests, they are all so simple. A crafting system that is actually worth using, or not at all would have been preferred. Minor complaints in the grand scheme (and scale) of things in this game.    … Expand
  31. gnouch4499
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    This is my first time playing this genre, about the 10/10 story is really emotional (trying to avoid spoilers for the best experience), about the 11/10 action combat, especially the boss fight scenes, hold your breath
  32. Treyhurlburt13
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    Best game in years that I’ve played. There are a few dialogue mishaps, but they are hard to see if you aren’t even paying attention. Gameplay is iconic, and so many different ways to play, storyline is amazing, and is in the top 3 of any game ever. I played through completely 2 times, and hope they add some features or dlc so I can do so again.
  33. tidus2k3
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    Prepare to be blown away by the sheer brilliance of FF16. This game effortlessly combines stunning visuals, immersive game play, epic boss fights and a captivating story line to deliver an unforgettable experience. FF16 was my first PS5 game, I was enthralled by the richly detailed world and the seamless mechanics. The game play especially the DMC like combat system is addictive. Clive,Prepare to be blown away by the sheer brilliance of FF16. This game effortlessly combines stunning visuals, immersive game play, epic boss fights and a captivating story line to deliver an unforgettable experience. FF16 was my first PS5 game, I was enthralled by the richly detailed world and the seamless mechanics. The game play especially the DMC like combat system is addictive. Clive, Joshua, Cid, Jill, etc are deeply engaging, and the breathtaking moments leave you breathless. FF16 is an absolute masterpiece that should be celebrated by gamers everywhere. Don't miss out on this incredible adventure!… Expand
  34. itachioo1177
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    This game is one of the best in the whole franchise when it comes to the story it was top notch with deep backgrounds for each character and the world building was so amazing that you wish you don't want to leave (Valesthia). whats more that the music and soundtracks were out of this world. Last but not least, the combat is so thrilling and epic for any video game to have and as for meThis game is one of the best in the whole franchise when it comes to the story it was top notch with deep backgrounds for each character and the world building was so amazing that you wish you don't want to leave (Valesthia). whats more that the music and soundtracks were out of this world. Last but not least, the combat is so thrilling and epic for any video game to have and as for me this game is a must for both newcomers and go fans that's for sure.… Expand
  35. Taika
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll whent in blind and loved every second! Love the hunts, they give you a a good scare if you enter a level S fight without knowing it would happen before hand!… Expand
  36. Lexalth
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    One of the best story ever told in a game, almost cried at the ending. The combat system is funny and various while the graphics are really good. Maybe some secondary missions may seems a bit boring, but others adds some little details that let you appreciate more the game and the characters. If you like fantasy stories it is a must
  37. Kbeats2001
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    For so long, I've waited for an FF game to deliver on all fronts. 15, while I still rate it among my top ff games, it dropped the ball in several areas. 16 managed to learn from its mistakes. An emotional story with the best VA I've seen in any game. Great music and gamely. This is now my favorite FF game of all time. A must Play!
  38. LittleMouse
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is incredible! I bought a PS5 specifically to play FFXVI, and I have absolutely no regrets.

    I was mesmerised the whole way through. The story, music, visuals, and voice acting were all so well done. The combat was super fun, and while it initially felt a little simple, figuring out new and more effective combos as I got further into the game gave it so much more depth.

    The world and the characters were brilliant - I really bonded to all of Clive's hideaway family, as well as all of the side quest characters dotted around the world, and I found myself celebrating and mourning every twist and turn of the story with them. Once I had cleared all of the side quests and hunts, and it was time for the final battle, I desperately didn't want to go. It took me most of an evening before I felt ready to leave the hideaway. But holy moly it was worth it - even with the half an hour of sobbing through the credits afterwards.

    I'm not entirely sure how I'm supposed to come back down to reality now that I've finished the game.    … Expand
  39. CactuarJack
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    A true Epic. The story and the grandiose scale of the Eikons are second to none in the franchise, and the cast of characters rival the best of them. All of the motifs that make Final Fantasy what it is are present with the franchises trademark reinvention of itself and gameplay that comes with each new entry. It might be missing some of the traditional RPG elements towards the beginning,A true Epic. The story and the grandiose scale of the Eikons are second to none in the franchise, and the cast of characters rival the best of them. All of the motifs that make Final Fantasy what it is are present with the franchises trademark reinvention of itself and gameplay that comes with each new entry. It might be missing some of the traditional RPG elements towards the beginning, but by the end of the credits this is debatably my all time favorite in the franchise (Toss up with 7). Hands down the best Final Fantasy in a decade plus, if not the best all time. This is the best Cid of any Final Fantasy game, and imo Clive is the best protagonist in the series. The mature themes are a refreshing and modern take on the franchise. My biggest issues: Elemental magic doesn’t really exist in this game (fire should be strong against ice, etc. They all do the same damage regardless) and the grand amount of crafting materials you pick up throughout the initial play-through don’t go to much use after the midway point of the game even though that’s the majority of rewards from chests and exploration. 10/10 game and the story is gripping and you become invested in these characters and the world. Keep in mind I haven’t completed a new game+, but do have 47/50 trophies and over 75 hours played.… Expand
  40. 0NC0RE
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    First Final Fantasy experience and it does not disappoint. I tried the demo and liked it, so I ended up purchasing. Easily one of the best games of the year so far. Great combat, amazing set-pieces and a good story. Highly recommended.
  41. Marcel125
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The ending absolutely broke me. I already had tears in my eyes, then when Jill, Gav and Torgal got upset I was full on ugly crying.… Expand
  42. Yotttabyte
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Just an incredible game with Devil May Cry combat style. The history is amazing and has also some of the hardest and saddest moments I’ve ever lived in a videogame, it’s a must play if you have a PS5, or just wait for it to come to another plataform.
  43. XXangel
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This music made the ending so much better man gave it so much emotion .… Expand
  44. ColdShugguth
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Final Fantasy XVI takes a lot of gameplay and story inspiration from the likes of the recent God of War games and the Devil May Cry series and it shows. The epic Eikon fights, and the hack and slash combat remind me of these games. I personally think these kind of games are fun, it reminds me a lot of .Hack as well. The characters have a lot of depth, and there are some really raw emotional scenes, and Game of Thrones-esque family and political drama. Clive's and Dion's voice actors especially really impressed me in those moments The side quests also have Clive build a lot of relationships with some important side characters that pay off a little past the halfway point in the game. The awesome boss fights and the mystery of the Eikons were exciting enough on their own for a game, but I think what I enjoyed the most was watching Clive grow as a character. He starts out as a 20 something, brooding, revenge seeking, dark hero, who feels he can only trust himself, and he grows up to understand that there are a ton of things he can't do on his own even with his magic. He builds trust and friendships through sidequests and learns that there are things that everyone can do. I thought this theme of a hero building on people's talents through his relationships and learning to accept help when he needs it subverted the dark hero trope in a really special way. I'd love to see more games set in the world of Valisthea… Expand
  45. dide6
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    Absolument magnifique. Une histoire, un gameplay et de la musique fantastiques !!
  46. Mungo_Park
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    I loved every FF game, this one makes no exception and for now it’s the best I’ve played. I’m totally immersed in this world, combat (I play action mode without any rings) is fantastic, graphics (in performance mode) and boss fights are so epic. After 32 hours I don’t want it to end. I don’t understand why side quests have bad reviews : they allow to understand and deepen many charactersI loved every FF game, this one makes no exception and for now it’s the best I’ve played. I’m totally immersed in this world, combat (I play action mode without any rings) is fantastic, graphics (in performance mode) and boss fights are so epic. After 32 hours I don’t want it to end. I don’t understand why side quests have bad reviews : they allow to understand and deepen many characters and aspects of this world. This game is all I love from video games.… Expand
  47. Giant123
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    Great game.

    Leebdary boss fights, characters and great story. What more could you want.
  48. Israel11
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    I cried like a baby. Beautiful story
    this game is absolutely amazing!! .
  49. Cristoca
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente.
    Nenhuma crítica quanto ao jogo.
    Superou as expectativas!!!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  50. Kunoki456
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    what an absolute beast of a game.
    This is one of the best games in 2023 .
  51. Ovem
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    Thank you, CBU3 at Square Enix, for this visual and auditory masterpiece. As a long time Final Fantasy fan, it's been a blast to play from start to finish. Also big thanks to great english voice acting.
  52. MedJial
    Jul 17, 2023
    10
    I'm 38 grown ass adulte. Whene i finished the game and saw this scene i broke into tears. No little tears i mean genuin flood gates where open.
  53. Shinyu26
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    Avid gamer for of all genre. I have been every type of game for over 30 years. I have never ever reviewed anything but I feel compelled to.

    Honestly, 16 has a few stress points here and there but I’m so confused by the lack of scores. The gameplay is solid and leaves you wanting more, the story is great and so is the music and world building. Honestly, point me in the direction of an RPG    Avid gamer for of all genre. I have been every type of game for over 30 years. I have never ever reviewed anything but I feel compelled to.

    Honestly, 16 has a few stress points here and there but I’m so confused by the lack of scores. The gameplay is solid and leaves you wanting more, the story is great and so is the music and world building. Honestly, point me in the direction of an RPG that is going as far as 16? There are a few out there but few and far between. Anything under a score of 9 to me seams like there are other agendas or people are just wanting to be part of the “hate on the new thing” club. I am very much reconsidering which media sites I will visit. How could IGN rate this as an 80? Whatever compass they are using to rate games must be extremely off balance. It’s a crime against the game industry. Either people have forgotten how to have fun or or something shady is going down.

    Honestly, great game. 100% would recommend to anyone on the fence. I’m confident you will enjoy it. If you can’t trust me on this, try googling RPG for the last 5 years and see what comes up. By no means is this game anything less than a 9.    … Expand
  54. AusAlaiis
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy has been one of my favorite franchises all my life, and Final Fantasy IV (then II) was probably one of my primary motivations to learn to read as a very small child. That being said, I haven’t always been the hugest fan of each game or the direction they seemed to be going but the franchise would always be near and dear. There is such a huge variation of reasons as to whatFinal Fantasy has been one of my favorite franchises all my life, and Final Fantasy IV (then II) was probably one of my primary motivations to learn to read as a very small child. That being said, I haven’t always been the hugest fan of each game or the direction they seemed to be going but the franchise would always be near and dear. There is such a huge variation of reasons as to what people like about the Franchise which creates an unsurprising variety of favorites amongst fans. One of the things I love most about RPGs are the stories and the characters, which I think explains why FFIV is so special to me.

    I absolutely love Final Fantasy XVI, and while I don’t know where to place it on my personal list, it is far up there. Final Fantasy Tactics (non-numbered, I know) has been my number two so it shouldn’t be surprising how much I adore the game. I do have some expectations with Square Enix when it comes to the development of the series mothership titles. I know that they always strive to continuously evolve the games, from stylistic choice, the type of stories they choose to tell or how they choose to tell them, to the combat. Final Fantasy XVI does make some huge leaps and it’s almost like it specifically catered to me haha The combat through the series in particular is somewhere I have seen much consistent change. I could see for years that SE have been trying to achieve something both immersive and cinematic and I felt like they achieved it in this game. The combat can be remarkably subtle if you choose to embrace it. I find it so much fun to play and pleasing to look at. But it’s not to say I haven’t enjoyed other combat systems either. FFIV and FFT are two of my most replayed games in my life. While I enjoy it, I look forward to see where they take the series next in 17.

    Admittedly, I hope they keep the quality and style of the storytelling and expand on it! (Also the high fantasy setting, it’s just my vibe.) But whatever comes, will. For now, I LOVE the **** out of this game.

    Some things I liked:
    -Story (obviously, I said that)

    -Characters (some of my favorite characterizations in the franchise - and the acting, holy ****)

    -Art direction (as an artist, I found this game absolutely beautiful and to my taste - I wish I made it)

    -Side Quests (unlike so many RPGs, I felt like the side quests held meaning. They often served to flesh out side characters and your organization or what you character has been doing in between story beats. I have never gotten teary-eyed at any side quest in any game I played until this game)

    -Romance (I love the subtlety of the relationship growth, I love that it didn’t in some way take control of the main story but added to it, I was rooting for it the entire time. When I replay, I admire it even more.)

    -Side characters (I love these characters sooo damn much, holy cow. Even some I didn’t think I’d ever care about, I eventually came to cherish them.)

    -World Building (I absolutely love some of the concepts and the directions they chose to take this world. FF series games worlds always change incredibly dramatically - FFI and FFIV were high fantasy complete with dwarves and elves reminiscent of D&D - more of the recent ones go full sci-fi. That’s an overstatement - all of them have elements of both. This world has so much depth and I am more interested in medieval fantasy settings that modern or futuristic settings, personally)

    Something I didn’t like.
    - I wanted more. There were definitely areas where I wish there could be more but not so that I feel it detracts from the overall experience. Sometimes I wanted more just like how I want more after finishing a book - book hangover. I want to feel it all over again right from the start. It’s going to be difficult to find another game that is going to check all the marks for me like this.

    Hope you all give it a chance and enjoy! Skol!    … Expand
  55. ashoha
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    That ominous prelude at the end is always phenomenal. Can't wait for the OST to release alongside XVI.
  56. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  57. masaf
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is excellent!!!
    I love some characters, like Gav,Torgal and Byron.    … Expand
  58. Emacto13
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Live your life and meet your terms. FFXVI continues with the trend of the saga to always changes, transforms and that is Clive Rossfield. Clive can be anyone of us. That suffers, that has moments of happiness, and seeks to fulfill the goals of his life. A shield, a brother, a Lover, a Friend, a Leader when needed, and even more.

    He is the person that demonstrates that even if you are gifted with a great power, that is not relevant because what actually makes us great are the bonds that affiliate us with our goals to pursue. All to pursue an unknown future that is worth with fighting for. With a more tremendous Sacrifice, there is a greater chance to embrace a better future even though it is not visible. I consider that FFXVI innovates in-game story mecánics that should all future RPGs have and for the future FF it should have a bit more of RPG elements.

    At the end of a Story, a new one begins.    … Expand
  59. Jacksy77
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    I really liked the part when old fans got owned by modern game mechanics. But no, in all seriousness, i'm actually really happy that this is what FF is now and will likely win GOTY. Best part is that these old "fans" can't do absolutely anything about it. This actually gives me hope that there's still hope for future of video games. Innovation is always the key.

    Masterpiece!
  60. BalianOfEarth
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. A lot has changed, it is somehow both not the final fantasy you remember- yet more final fantasy than the last 5 entries. The absolute epic campaign, fun/rewarding side content and expansive world, intriguing cast, fantastic soundtrack and some very adult themes make this game feel like final fantasy has finally grown up. For reference- final fantasy 7, 8, 9 and 10Absolutely fantastic. A lot has changed, it is somehow both not the final fantasy you remember- yet more final fantasy than the last 5 entries. The absolute epic campaign, fun/rewarding side content and expansive world, intriguing cast, fantastic soundtrack and some very adult themes make this game feel like final fantasy has finally grown up. For reference- final fantasy 7, 8, 9 and 10 are my previous favourite final fantasy games- anything after I either didn't finish or found quite… not great. I sort of gave up on final fantasy after finding 12s story less interesting, 13s world corridor like… 15… we dont talk about launch 15. Well, you have played them..

    But then they released ff7 remake, and I fell back in love. The nostalgia mixed with epic gameplay and graphics- I was convinced square may be back in the game. After watching playstation access explain how this game had heavy game of thrones references and much more adult themes (and a fight director from devil may cry) I actually did something I haven’t done since CDProject red stole all my faith.., I preordered a game. This game. I have absolutely zero regrets. All I can say after the above is that this game gives and gives until it has no option but to end. Then it carries on. I am so thoroughly impressed with this game I have made a metacritic account to talk about it and to attract more people to this incredible game. Well done Square. Amazing job. Cant wait for FF7r2!    … Expand
  61. Luhenseok
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Sou fã da franquia da Square a anos, jogo desde o VI, estava um pouco decepcionado com o 13 e o 15 (mesmo o último me fazendo jogar por horas e horas), tinha receio do que o 16 pudesse não me agradar, porém, tive uma maravilhosa supresa, primeiramente pelo diretor ser o mesmo do FF 14 que eu jogo a mais de 5 anos e sou completamente apaixonado pela história, personagens e tudo mais, que oSou fã da franquia da Square a anos, jogo desde o VI, estava um pouco decepcionado com o 13 e o 15 (mesmo o último me fazendo jogar por horas e horas), tinha receio do que o 16 pudesse não me agradar, porém, tive uma maravilhosa supresa, primeiramente pelo diretor ser o mesmo do FF 14 que eu jogo a mais de 5 anos e sou completamente apaixonado pela história, personagens e tudo mais, que o mesmo já dura 10 anos.
    Pra quem é fã da franquia como eu, vai ter o delicioso prazer em ver MUITA referência dos games anteriores nele escondido, seja numa música clássica da franquia com instrumentais diferentes, ou um espantalho vestido de Vivi (FF 9), ou até a famosa música de batalha vencida a "Fanfare" só que cantada, que deu um ar MUITO bacana pra pegada do game, entre outros detalhes que só quem já jogou os games anteriores vai olhar, ouvir, e sacar na hora a referência.

    Um breve resumo, estou com 49 horas e com 87% do game concluído, e posso dizer mesmo sem ter fechado ainda (falta coragem pq está TÃO bom, que não quero acabar rsrs) o game superou totalmente minhas expectativas!

    Na questão designer de personagens, não tem o que falar, todos são muito bem detalhados, muito bem construídos (história e tal), cada um, vc sente que realmente tem uma vida ali no mundo, e não é só mais um NPC genérico como em outros games.

    Gráficos dos ambientes e mapas estão FANTÁSTICOS, iluminação, texturas, diversidade de locais, está tudo muito lindo, e percebe que realmente se teve muito carinho por cada mínimo detalhe, desde uma mega construção, até um simples livro em cima de uma mesa.

    As batalhas estão sensacionais, MUITO fluidas, diferente dos anteriores, ela é toda em tempo real e bem estilo DMC (o próprio cara q trabalhou no DMC, trabalhou no FF tbm), e pra mim, abriu um leque de possibilidades, a variedade de combos, ataques, e efeitos na tela, é surreal, é realmente MUITO divertido passar horas matando a quantidade imensa de mobs, mini Boss e Boss, em questão as batalhas entre Eikons não preciso nem falar, o nível surreal de cenas de cutscenes em tempo real pra gameplay na mesma hora e vice versa é SENSACIONAL, a unica coisa em relação as batalhas que me pegou (não literalmente como algo ruim) é não ter efeitos/reações de elemento, tipo, posso atacar um monstro de fogo, com poder de fogo que vou tirar a mesma coisa se usasse um poder de gelo, mas, talvez fizeram isso justamente pra vc montar sua build da maneira que vc gosta independente de elementos (pra isso justamente não atrapalhar ou "forçar" vc a usar elementos específicos).

    Trilha sonora, vou resumir em 1 palavra, perfeição, a franquia sempre teve uma trilha sonora de cair o queixo e deixar outros games com inveja, esse não foi diferente, trilha sonora magnífica, passo horas ouvindo elas em app de streaming.

    História achei MUITO boa, muito impactante, muito madura e adulta, diferente dos games anteriores, em FF 16 ele se mostra bem mais sério e ousada (em VÁRIOS aspectos), o que foi uma novidade MUITO boa pra mim, tanto a Main Quest, como as Side Quests me fizeram jogar prestando atenção, as sides mesmo que algumas bem simples, me fizeram gostar pelo fato de ter uma história, um conteúdo por trás do motivo do NPC estar pedindo pra vc determinada coisa, e isso agrega em MUITO a história pra quem gosta assim como eu.

    O lance de vc pausar as cutscenes e ver informações de local, e NPCS que estão em cena naquela hora, é uma maravilha a parte, achei super útil e interessante eles implementarem isso (hj o mesmo presente em alguns streamings) no game, deixa ele MUITO mais detalhado e conexo, caso vc se esqueça de quem é na cena, ou qual a história do local onde vc está, espero que essa função apareça em outros games.

    Sem mais, creio que esse seja meu Review, poderia falar sobre a performance que muitos falam, porém, decidi jogar em modo gráfico, e que não tive sequer 1 problema na minha gameplay até agora, tudo muito lindo e fluido, nada de quedas, aquecimento ou qlqr outro problema.

    Jogo fantástico, como qlqr outro jogo da franquia que eu mais amo, e que tive a vontade de deixar minha contribuição aqui no site.
    Espero que a Square continue com a equipe pros próximos games, futura DLC entre outros, pq eles sabiam oq estavam fazendo em todos os detalhes.

    Final Fantasy 16 é pra novos e antigos jogadores e principalmente pra fans da franquia assim como eu.

    Sem mais.
    Final Fantasy Forever.    … Expand
  62. JohnSmith7
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    "The only Fantasy here is yours. And we shall be its Final witness!" - Clive Rosfield FFXVI
  63. drivec
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    What an incredible game!!! .
  64. yangs7688
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    It is not ordinary FF game. I am a little bit disappointed at beginning. However the more I played, the more enjoyed it. If you are looking for a traditional JRPG experience, this is not the game you are looking for. On the other hand if you are looking for a 55 hours of great game experience, this is a solid 10/10 game.
  65. Cuboka
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    This game is my GOTY. Bossfights are like no other, characters are memorable and worldbuilding is so captivating.

    I recommend this game to everyone!

    My only complaint is that we still don't have any confirmed DLC, but I hope it will change soon!
  66. Buddybuddy
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Very refreshing to have a game that’s not shoving “the message” down your throat! Cut the cinematics by 50% it would be legendary
  67. PGwojowski
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    (No spoilers) I’m giving the game a 9.5/10 and rounding it up to 10. I finished it about a week ago, doing my second play through, and I’m still thinking about the ending. At its worst, the game has choppy pacing and is a tad easy, but as a total package, those gripes are overshadowed by excellent voice acting, absolute jaw dropping animation, and the first great cast of FF characters in(No spoilers) I’m giving the game a 9.5/10 and rounding it up to 10. I finished it about a week ago, doing my second play through, and I’m still thinking about the ending. At its worst, the game has choppy pacing and is a tad easy, but as a total package, those gripes are overshadowed by excellent voice acting, absolute jaw dropping animation, and the first great cast of FF characters in quite a long time. The game feels like a blend of Final Fantasy VI and Final Fantasy X. The plot is straightforward and cohesive. A character arc or two do fall a tiny bit flat, but it’s nothing gamebreaking nor nothing new to FF games. At the end of the day I loved this game, and honestly what an achievement for the FF16 team. Thank you for such an amazing Final Fantasy title!… Expand
  68. anthonyl
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Generational game. Everything about the game was phenomenally to me. The music is not only incredibly epic and memorable, it goes so well with the scenes and action that it takes the experience to a whole new level. I haven’t had this much of an experience since God of War 2018. The game does a great job of developing side quests as well. While some might seem stupid or not important, IGenerational game. Everything about the game was phenomenally to me. The music is not only incredibly epic and memorable, it goes so well with the scenes and action that it takes the experience to a whole new level. I haven’t had this much of an experience since God of War 2018. The game does a great job of developing side quests as well. While some might seem stupid or not important, I would heavily recommend doing them. You can see the progression of the side stories throughout your playthrough and they provide so much context towards the end of the story. Overall, this game was WELL worth the $70 and I haven’t even started my NG+ or FF mode. This is truly a next generation game and I believe that there will be a tough time topping it in the years to come.… Expand
  69. Mori_Katsumoto
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Absolutely the Game of the Year 2023! I love it!! Love it? I can't find words how amazing is this game!
  70. dnpearcy
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    Absolutely the best game I have ever played. Final Fantasy XVI tops all of my favorite games and easily takes first place. Characters are fully developed. Graphics are amazing. Soundtrack is beautiful. Story-telling is CHEF'S KISS. I honestly can't say enough great things about this game.
  71. bbsread
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    It’s the first time in my life that I cry in a video game,
    Masterpiece, game of the year and best ending in video game history for me.
  72. card478
    Jul 20, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This end hits me hard. I also have a little brother like Joshua was to Clive. ):… Expand
  73. Royoconelpoyo
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    Ive never even had the Will to write a review for a game, But this game deserves it, true that ITS for occidentals, but such an amazing story worth of a TV series, graphics, combate, uuf
  74. Yupitsbad
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    Truly amazing game, finally people have actually reason to buy PS5. Boss fights in this game alone make it GOTY for me, but story and characters are equally good!
  75. irineuOpala79
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente jogo, estou vivênciando uma das melhores experiências em jogos que tive nos últimos anos. Simplesmente fantástico e épico.… Expand
  76. Seylix
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    Me giving final fantasy a second chance after my disapointment from ff15 might have been one of the best choice i made in a while. Very good story with great voice acting. This game has some flaws especially rpg wise. (lack of custom and clearly needing to play with pretty specific builds in ng+). However they are greatly surpassed by all of its qualities. For me ff16 is a masterpiece thatMe giving final fantasy a second chance after my disapointment from ff15 might have been one of the best choice i made in a while. Very good story with great voice acting. This game has some flaws especially rpg wise. (lack of custom and clearly needing to play with pretty specific builds in ng+). However they are greatly surpassed by all of its qualities. For me ff16 is a masterpiece that should be experienced at least once !… Expand
  77. Trolisjw
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy 16 is an amazing game yet people seem to under appreciate the beauty of it. It has beautiful story, graphics, characters, and modernized combat system that could be a hit or miss for longtime fans of final fantasy. Not to mention the soundtrack is one of the best I have heard in a while. Although the cutscenes can be dragging, the game exemplifies that it's not about theFinal Fantasy 16 is an amazing game yet people seem to under appreciate the beauty of it. It has beautiful story, graphics, characters, and modernized combat system that could be a hit or miss for longtime fans of final fantasy. Not to mention the soundtrack is one of the best I have heard in a while. Although the cutscenes can be dragging, the game exemplifies that it's not about the gameplay that matters, but the cutscenes should also be delivered. I am at 25 hours of gameplay and although there are some minor flaws, I am enjoying every part of it. They included all the elements of final fantasy while adding simple mechanics and extensive storyline and gameplay. I can see why longtime fans might dislike this game but for me as playing ff series, (6,7,8,9,10,15) this game brings all of those elements together while removing complicated battle/item/weapon configs and adding stunning visuals, flashy moves, emotions, to mechanics. Probably my top 5 games of this year.… Expand
  78. sixeightsix19
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    Probably the best game I've ever played overall. The story is top notch and utterly engrossing. The character development and accompanying voice acting is incredibly deep and moving, creating a strong emotional connection to the characters. Is is this connection and care about the characters that drives me to continue progressing in the game. But honestly, that's not enough: the combatProbably the best game I've ever played overall. The story is top notch and utterly engrossing. The character development and accompanying voice acting is incredibly deep and moving, creating a strong emotional connection to the characters. Is is this connection and care about the characters that drives me to continue progressing in the game. But honestly, that's not enough: the combat system is absolutely the very best RPG combat system I've yet to encounter. Never a dull moment, with tons of variety and fun to be had. The animations are superb and the combat flows fluidly and without a hitch in a very fast paced and enjoyable manner. I've played a ton of RPGs and nothing compares to this milestone achievement of a combat system they have here: I absolutely love it! And I can't speak enough to the beautiful graphics (I Play in graphics mode on PS5) and the performance in Graphics Mode on PS5 is good. I won't say it's great as this is quite a demanding game for the PS5 hardware, though I'm sure a modern video card would run it at like 60 + fps without a hitch. The PS5 in Graphics mode runs 30-40 fps I'd say (at least that's how it feels when I play). Again, "Good" performance not "Great" but more than satisfactory for me and doesn't take away from the gameplay. Going into this game I didn't expect I'd love it nearly as much as I do. I'm 20+ hours in, so not too far in, but the gameplay loop, story, graphics, diversity in environments and characters, etc., are all top notch and the boss fights are especially rewarding and challenging. 10/10.… Expand
  79. AryxGamer25
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Its a MASTERPIECE, a true game with good gameplay, history and soundtrack.... The history behind the Aikons (Summons) is very interesting.
  80. KryCheQ
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    This is the best FF game since 10, and possibly the best story and main character of any FF game. The side quests and combat are a huge leap forward from FF15 and even the FF7 Remake. The amount of story and world building that you discover via side quests is enormous. Active Time Lore system should be implemented in every story heavy game. The music is amazing. The Eikon battles are great.
  81. Alexandra1990
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game handles love so well. The love between brothers, the love between friends, the love between significant others...the love for country. ...When Ultimas power could not raise Joshua and only healed his body, I knew Clive was gonna destroy all magic.… Expand
  82. Novus458
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    This game is really something special. It's GOTY for me. And Clive and Jill is probably my all time fav couple
  83. Neralas
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Stunning cutscenes, epic story and fun gameplay! This game is fantastic. Masterpiece.
  84. AorusAorus
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just cried when he held Joshua in his arms and the flashbacks came, then it went better and I could hold it in until Gav cried and it started to rain again… Expand
  85. 77kevin
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    I love this game so much! Unexpectedly its my favourite game of the year so far
  86. Kaneda-
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Good mega cool perfect best nice super ultra beyond the human mind. 10/10 its good
  87. spireMan
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The combination of using all of the eikons during the final phases of the fight is peak video gaming experience. The visuals are stunning in this game.… Expand
  88. Lilmayo
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Don’t listen to the nerds wallowing it’s not turn based, this game is a masterpiece and is the best story focused game I’ve played in years. Combat is fun and keeps giving you new abilities throughout the entire game to keep things fresh. Only complaint is that the side quests could be better. This is probably the best ps5 only game on the console right now, please do yourself a favor andDon’t listen to the nerds wallowing it’s not turn based, this game is a masterpiece and is the best story focused game I’ve played in years. Combat is fun and keeps giving you new abilities throughout the entire game to keep things fresh. Only complaint is that the side quests could be better. This is probably the best ps5 only game on the console right now, please do yourself a favor and grab this game.… Expand
  89. gima
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Such a great story ! I lone this game so much! .
  90. herowars
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Summons, magic spells, intriguing protagonists and characters, antagonists with backstories explained or you can deduce on your own, these are the aspects that make me love many fictional franchises, and Final fantasy is definitely one of them.
  91. Hoangcht
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    Good game.Shame on those who **** on it,go play cyperpunk,Diablo 4,redfall,...instead ok
  92. Pangras
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An incredibly well told story, fantastic characters, lots of heartfelt moments, great interaction between Clive and Jill and an ending that leaves me hooked and a little sad. The cutscenes are the best I've ever seen, the combat system is second to none, the esper fights are awesome, and most of the characters are damn well written. Some side quests aren't really good, but you're also missing out on real gems of the story if you ignore certain side quests. Just the quest Priceless, which is easy to miss if you don't check your mailbox regularly, touched me deeply and brought me to tears. I'm hoping for a DLC. Game of the year now.… Expand
  93. vinhwashere
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    35 hours into the game and I am still not done. Everything is peak. The boss fights, the stories, the combat system, the characters, I loved everything. The eikons are cool and overall this game is amazing. My favorite game right now. Def my pick for game of the year. I would fight people over that opinion.
  94. TonyDT_
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    perfect game, from the plot at the combat system. i had a lot of fun playing it and after finishing it I have a beautiful and intense memory of this fantastic adventure. thank you
  95. Ajll
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    La narrativa es la mejor de la saga, los personajes atormentados y con evolución, los combates son los más épicos que he jugado en un final fantasy... Menuda obra de arte
  96. CiroP
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    Unforgettable experience. Top-tier storyline and characters. Dynamic combat system. 10/10
  97. 452amax
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I cried every times and the ending gutted my heart so bad ..… Expand
  98. francescoc2007
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    La scrittura dei personaggi, la trama, gli intrecci, le dinamiche dei personaggi, la loro evoluzione durante la storia, è da applausi. Degna di tanti film o libri che hanno avuto riconoscimenti importanti. Il comparto sonoro è assurdo, le musiche, gli arrangiamenti (con le citazioni ad altre soundtrack del passato), il mixaggio sono sbalorditivi. Inutile sottolineare come anche quelloLa scrittura dei personaggi, la trama, gli intrecci, le dinamiche dei personaggi, la loro evoluzione durante la storia, è da applausi. Degna di tanti film o libri che hanno avuto riconoscimenti importanti. Il comparto sonoro è assurdo, le musiche, gli arrangiamenti (con le citazioni ad altre soundtrack del passato), il mixaggio sono sbalorditivi. Inutile sottolineare come anche quello video sia alle stelle. n un panorama videoludico sempre più povero di idee e valori, volto sempre di più al gacha, al pay to win, alla tossicità, al rendere il player uno schiavo dipendente a cui spillare soldi, a giochi senza un minimo di anima, senso ed amore, un’opera come questa è la SALVEZZA. Perché oltre a divertire, intrattenere e fare il videogioco, ha l’intenzione e cerca in tutti i modi di trasmettere un'idea, un messaggio, delle emozioni al player, come un romanzo di formazione cerca di fare. Vorrei dire tantissime altre cose, approfondire ogni sfaccettatura data ai personaggi, ogni passaggio della colonna sonora, ma risulterei tedioso. Non mi soffermo neanche su tante cose lette nelle recensioni italiane perché si capisce benissimo la povertà degli scriventi, forse perché non più abituati a scrivere mossi dalla curiosità verso l’opera e la voglia di analisi, anche se, visto il pubblico sempre più pigro, non posso biasimarli più di tanto, sono anche loro figli del loro tempo. CAPOLAVORO… Expand
  99. chatwan
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just love how this game's ending has made us all cry like babies. Yoshi-P enjoying our collective suffering.… Expand
  100. RipRyu
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    For me personally, I'd list it as one of the best games I've played. Certainly, it has its low moments- but those highs, those oh so perfect highs shatter the atmosphere and make you feel "this was all worth it". Not to mention the stellar combat that never gets old due to build variation, the amazing story that moves you to tears, the well written characters that carry so much depth andFor me personally, I'd list it as one of the best games I've played. Certainly, it has its low moments- but those highs, those oh so perfect highs shatter the atmosphere and make you feel "this was all worth it". Not to mention the stellar combat that never gets old due to build variation, the amazing story that moves you to tears, the well written characters that carry so much depth and attachment. You owe it to yourself to at least try this masterpiece- it's that good.… Expand
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#16 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2023
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#1 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

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87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 146 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 134 out of 146
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 146
  3. Negative: 0 out of 146
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    Final Fantasy XVI is an excellent game in every way. If you're a fan of the series for the stories and characters, you won't go wrong here, and if you've avoided the series for, say, turn-based combat, the sixteenth installment offers the perfect opportunity to get started with this legend of the gaming industry. [Issue#329]
  2. Riot Pixels
    Oct 30, 2023
    73
    This is a solid RPG/action game. Some elements of the game are unusual and fresh for single-player parts of the Final Fantasy series, but some are too dull and rudimentary.
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  3. PLAY
    Sep 17, 2023
    90
    New numbered FFs are good again. Stunning to look at, with new, punchy combat, and a great yarn, it is, if anything, too focussed, lacking a bit of the weird. [Issue#30, p.78]
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