Final Fantasy XVI

 PlayStation 5
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6,528 out of 8567
  2. Mixed: 693 out of 8567
  3. Negative: 1,346 out of 8567
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. whitemocha
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This is the best Final Fantasy game by far.
    The story, music. artstyle, characters and gameplay are just beyond imaginable.
    Creative Business Unit III carries square enix and i hope they will be in charge of future installments aswell.
  2. Shamgod56
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game 10/10. It sucks that this site allows trolls and review bombers for this phenomenal game.
  3. Piperillo
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Nice game, it's really a 9/10 but Xbots fanboys do review bombing so we must give it more note to compensate
  4. groenhart
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Good game, second half of the game is incredible, first half had some frame issues and some pacing issues(filler quests). But the second half redeemed the game for me, and ending was pretty good. Combat was at first easy but the later parts of the game demanded full attention and proper use of abilities to effectively kill enemies. I spent some time formulating a build for specific eikonsGood game, second half of the game is incredible, first half had some frame issues and some pacing issues(filler quests). But the second half redeemed the game for me, and ending was pretty good. Combat was at first easy but the later parts of the game demanded full attention and proper use of abilities to effectively kill enemies. I spent some time formulating a build for specific eikons to get maximum stagger damage, the side quests are great tools to better understand the world.… Expand
  5. Kylewhetnall
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Visually stunning with a battle system that will cement FF action games for years to come.
  6. vapidwolf
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    The game is superb ,better than 7 remake,made an account to try and bring the user score up, because of the idiotic zero scores.
  7. Nicguyver
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    As a big Final Fantasy fan spending most of my childhood playing Final Fantasy 7, 8, 9 and 10. I can say that this game is huge to me its story is beautiful and told in such a great way that the voice acting looks the part and the characters depth is on point i believe this Final Fantasy game is as good as all the old ones i played. I think Square Enix know what they was doing with thisAs a big Final Fantasy fan spending most of my childhood playing Final Fantasy 7, 8, 9 and 10. I can say that this game is huge to me its story is beautiful and told in such a great way that the voice acting looks the part and the characters depth is on point i believe this Final Fantasy game is as good as all the old ones i played. I think Square Enix know what they was doing with this one and i think this games deserves game of year and i cannot wait to see what they add to this game or where they are going next.… Expand
  8. ThatGuyMan
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    ABSOLUTE BANGER. Game should not have this many zero scores. They all just haters lmao game is amazing
  9. INvS_Knight
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Honestly a step in the right direction compared to ff15 and 13. The combat is nice and I really like the main character. I think the story is great, but it falls of a little bit towards the end. I like the eikon customization Definetly a 10/10 IMO, but the review trolls needed to ruin something nice once again
  10. UshiromiyaVolpy
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Perfect game amazing story so far. Square enix renaissance. A little easy but when you finish the game you unlock very hard modes
  11. Thisismain
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I've played over 20 hours of this game and this is honestly the best game I've ever played. I have played every final fantasy, elden ring, and this is the perfect blend of the two. Sorry for all the fans upset its a ps5 exclusive but this is normal for me as we used to have to get a Playstation in the past and I'm sure it will be awesome on pc, as was final fantasy 15.
  12. Vohs
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. I have played every FF since 3 and this is now my favorite one yet.

    Story is fantastic, the music is close to the best I ever heard and the combat addictive. Would 100% recommend.
  13. Serbinator1984
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    What a game its easy GOTY square enix thx ☺️
  14. TionneStrife
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. It’s beautiful. It’s a true final fantasy. Play it for yourself.
  15. Solairxi
    Jun 24, 2023
    8
    Amazing story. Flashy combat. Beautiful graphics Slightly let down by performance and lack of world exploration/depth
  16. IzoDorian
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Incredible from start to finish!Spectacular fighting system and great story.
  17. jaladik86
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    sorry for my bad english -hello , i do this review primary for ppl what saying its not ff game . so i played every ff game what is released ( except ff nintendo games and ff11 ) but every main entry series , every pixel remaster , every 3d version ff early games ( ff3,ff4 ) every psp titles like dissidia , crisis core , agito, tactics . ps2 titles dirge of cerberus , ffx, x2 , ff12 andsorry for my bad english -hello , i do this review primary for ppl what saying its not ff game . so i played every ff game what is released ( except ff nintendo games and ff11 ) but every main entry series , every pixel remaster , every 3d version ff early games ( ff3,ff4 ) every psp titles like dissidia , crisis core , agito, tactics . ps2 titles dirge of cerberus , ffx, x2 , ff12 and every ff13 entry . So i think i know what im talkin about. so this game hat literally every esence ff game and take best things from every ff previous ff titles. its highly influented ff14 story telling and quest system . and for ppl who crying for violence in game - remember early tittles from times where is PG-Rating is nonexistent . literally whole vilageges burning with bodies . battle system is new like in every ff entry from 2010 + and i think its cool and deep when you learn combos. only what i so far miss in the game is magic effect / contradiction - i mean you can deal damage to ifrit with fire spells .... etc . status effect and so on . game is made for like ff veterans and new players too. so its easier than previous tittles you must understand how much money this game must cost and is only ps5 excusive - so square must atract all ppl what posibly can . but for me is this final fanasy 110% . so every hater what have problem with that go play your favorite ff game . eveyone have favorite entry include me , but thats not mean , antother ff games are better or worse… Expand
  18. Shino94
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    Everything about this game has been great. Story, VA, music, etc. The combat is extremely riveting & fun to find all the different combination/chains. If I were to have one complaint it would be the lack of a mini map, but that's me being nitpicky. Seriously, I think this is one of the best installments to date!
  19. Royalraptor
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, the setting, the story and the period it’s set in is so refreshing.
  20. Adamonaire
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    Old FF-fan here and although I miss the good old times with turn-based battle systems and a world progression that runs like a classic JRPG I have to say this is a great game.
    I haven't gotten this deeply involved in a story for a long time, and it's such a nice break with the more linear approach since my last big games has been elden ring and totk.
    Great job square! I'm so looking    Old FF-fan here and although I miss the good old times with turn-based battle systems and a world progression that runs like a classic JRPG I have to say this is a great game.
    I haven't gotten this deeply involved in a story for a long time, and it's such a nice break with the more linear approach since my last big games has been elden ring and totk.
    Great job square! I'm so looking forward to rebirth after playing this.    … Expand
  21. Hauntingtime
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    I enjoy this game so far it's not perfect still have some issue about frame drop but overall it very good game
  22. Astaroth_Orcus
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Jogo sensacional com uma boa historia sem a comfusao do ff xv que foi incompleto pra vender dlc.... batalhas épicas e boa trilha sonora, em resumo amei o jogo e traz nostalgia de um FF.
  23. Golemer
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Solid scenarios, fantastic graphics, and BGM! It's been a while since I sat down and lost track of time. It was by far the best fantasy.
  24. Rencgj
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    This game is something else, many people are bombing it since many OGs dont like the change from turn base to action, Xbox owners as well and PC players,
    but what can i say is this this game depending the type of player you are from an old school it will be a 8.6 to an 9.2 as a newcomer
    but this game changes thing bringing innovation liketime active lore something that help when youre    This game is something else, many people are bombing it since many OGs dont like the change from turn base to action, Xbox owners as well and PC players,
    but what can i say is this this game depending the type of player you are from an old school it will be a 8.6 to an 9.2 as a newcomer
    but this game changes thing bringing innovation liketime active lore something that help when youre lost and gives you better context of the world around you this is a GOTY contender no questions ask, the optimization, no microtransactions, beutiful world, scenarios, this game is sei open world meaning you go back to locations and open new areas, the sidequest can be boring sometimes but its worth it, the characetrs, and combat are superb as well. if you have a PS5 no questions ask is a must have.    … Expand
  25. MrZhang
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    best final fantasy not just in combat, but have best story too. the combat system loook incredibly, and the story very deep.
  26. Lavemaselv
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy XIV is the best game of all time. The graphics is amazing the Gameplay is amazing fantastic game let's gooooo
  27. Arttra
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing Final Fantasy game.The graphic,story,characters,combat,music

    (played 48 hours first playthrough includes sidequest)
  28. Maximilian5222
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games of 2023 and also one of the best games ever made. This is objective fact, you can dislike that fact, but it remains a fact. Very likely GOTY, unless Spider-Man 2 does something incredible. Also, ignore fake negative reviews.
  29. Tarttoter3000
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Overall I would give this game a 9.5. The story, combat and cut scenes are fantastic and I’m just absolutely addicted. I haven’t felt the urge to dive into an RPG like this since I beat the Witcher 3 years ago. Seriously, I took a week off work to play this game and it’s been a blast.

    Pros - The story is just too good and there’s quite a bit of lore to focus on. The active time lore    Overall I would give this game a 9.5. The story, combat and cut scenes are fantastic and I’m just absolutely addicted. I haven’t felt the urge to dive into an RPG like this since I beat the Witcher 3 years ago. Seriously, I took a week off work to play this game and it’s been a blast.

    Pros - The story is just too good and there’s quite a bit of lore to focus on. The active time lore function is huge for this and I hope it becomes something we see in games moving forward. The combat is flashy and fun and only gets better as you learn new eikon abilities. The eikon battles are hands down the coolest battles I’ve ever experienced in a game before. Clive is such a bad dads MC.

    Cons - I am totally fine with this game only being “semi” open world but I feel like the devs missed an opportunity to make exploration more rewarding. Traveling around the map to find 2 Gil can feel pretty lame. The lack of an on screen mini map can be cumbersome when looking for quest markers.

    Anyone giving this game a 0 has some other motive or agenda because there’s no way to justify it. Square hit the mark on this big time and every fan of RPGs should pick this up.    … Expand
  30. redeemed1216
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Here are my 2 cents:

    Graphics - the game is absolutely gorgeous! A lot will say the game is too linear and there is no point in exploration but for me that is not true. There are some maps that opens up to exploration. It’s not the same as open world games but those games mostly have too much icons on their screens and has too much to do that it burns me out. Story - the theme of this FF    Here are my 2 cents:

    Graphics - the game is absolutely gorgeous! A lot will say the game is too linear and there is no point in exploration but for me that is not true. There are some maps that opens up to exploration. It’s not the same as open world games but those games mostly have too much icons on their screens and has too much to do that it burns me out.

    Story - the theme of this FF is mature. And sometimes it can really touch your emotional side. The voice actors/actresses did a really good job for me. I can feel whatever emotion or feeling they are trying to convey.

    Gameplay- it is action based and for me the combat is a bit easy because I am used to play souls games but it is very satisfying. It doesn’t require much strategy as older FF games but it requires different skillset. The eikon battles are the highlight of this game for me. Side quests - I know some are a bit lame but they are not pointless. It helps you grasp the situation and the story. It adds understanding of how they are treated as branded.

    All in all this is the best game I have played this year so far and best FF in a decade.    … Expand
Page:

Awards & Rankings

16
#16 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2023
1
#1 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
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.
    Read full review
  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]
See all critic reviews »