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
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  1. Marco_zemi94
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    Gran bel gioco, mi diverte molto il combact System, bella grafica, storia fatta bene e spettacolare e musica molto bella.
  2. QCF2
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    This Game is a 10 out of 10 for me.

    From the moment the game starts, you're going to feel this sense of Excitement, action, and adventure. this game never disappoints. The story is well made, and the combat feels amazing, what you see in the cut scenes, you can do them in the game while fighting enemies, so there is no disconnect. The Characters are well-written, they almost feel like    This Game is a 10 out of 10 for me.

    From the moment the game starts, you're going to feel this sense of Excitement, action, and adventure.
    this game never disappoints. The story is well made, and the combat feels amazing, what you see in the cut scenes, you can do them in the game while fighting enemies, so there is no disconnect. The Characters are well-written, they almost feel like real people. The world feels alive, and the world-building is amazing. This is my new Favorite Final Fantasy game. This is a classic and don't let the negative reviews sway you from trying this game. one of the best stories ever told in a final fantasy game, best characters, and no Harem crap, or moe crapping the seriousness of the story. it's perfect.    … Expand
  3. scooer
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best ending ever!!
    the ending left me shock with a little bit of tears .. .    … Expand
  4. Bebos
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Wspaniała gra najlepsza jaka grałem w tym roku gra ma pewne problemy ale zasługuje na 10/10
  5. camsulol
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    This game compelled me to create a metacritic account, because I am overwhelmed how good this gaming experience was overall...

    It is just amazing. The story, the characters, the world, combat system, visuals, UI, presentation and especially the music... are all phenomenal. I would deduct 0,5 points, because I think the crafting is lackluster and sometimes the exploration does not    This game compelled me to create a metacritic account, because I am overwhelmed how good this gaming experience was overall...

    It is just amazing. The story, the characters, the world, combat system, visuals, UI, presentation and especially the music... are all phenomenal.

    I would deduct 0,5 points, because I think the crafting is lackluster and sometimes the exploration does not feel rewarding. And I would prefer if the harder game mode were available from the start,
    But honestly the positive points outweigh this so much.

    Btw I grew up with turn-based games, but this iteration into the action combat system felt really good. The accessibility options made the game enjoyable for my wife as well.    … Expand
  6. godadd
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy music is really beautiful always hit my heart deeply .
  7. Lo0twig
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Final Fantasy 16 has completely fulfilled my expectations. The story is captivating and, despite clear Game of Thrones parallels, still deviates well from G.R.R. Martin's influence towards the end of the story. The Eikon fights offer a good change within the gameplay, although the fight against Kupka was much too long. Especially the fight against the final boss was absolutely brilliantly staged.
    The side missions increase in value as the story progresses and are no longer quite as trivial as they were at the beginning. Important: Play the many side missions before the end of the game. They hide a lot of information about the lives of the individual characters, and you'll learn to love them even more.
    If you like DMC5 and Final Fantasy, you will absolutely get your money's worth and love the game. The Final Fantasy mode in NG+ massively increases the replay value.
    IMHO: Simply a perfect game!    … Expand
  8. jjredit
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    I love this amazing game!!
    this game is so addictive!! ..
  9. arlass
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    Man all of the music in that finale was amazing. So many great cinematic clash moments
  10. toptoo
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    I can’t think of another game in recent memory that gave me chills and legit tears like this one did.
  11. turn77
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Love this game!!! Its going up there with 7 and 10 in my top 3. .
  12. abdallahbasha4
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    the most interesting game I have ever played on ps5. I know that there is some disadvantages in this game but story ,action and adventure in this game is very very incredible
  13. Pasqualprg
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    This game has downs, many, but the ups are the highest you will experience in a videogame. You will find plenty of haters critizing the game for not being what they want the game to be, grow up, the game is not made for you only, you are not the center of the world. This game is a masterpiece as it is. Don't let your misguided stubborness deprive you to experience such a gem.
    The    This game has downs, many, but the ups are the highest you will experience in a videogame. You will find plenty of haters critizing the game for not being what they want the game to be, grow up, the game is not made for you only, you are not the center of the world. This game is a masterpiece as it is. Don't let your misguided stubborness deprive you to experience such a gem.
    The soundtrack, the special effects, the story and narrative, as well as its combat, are all top-tier.

    In an era dominated by instant gratification and fast-paced games. Final Fantasy XVI has come to offer you an unforgettable journey and story from beginning to end that, with a minimum effort and involvement on your part, will undoubtedly leave a mark on you once you finish it.    … Expand
  14. Killerpummkin
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    The focus here is on the story and the big Aikon battles, which are phenomenally done. The story so far is one of the best games I've ever played, it's very dramatic and emotional, the production is just as good. The music by Soken is great. The combat system is well thought out and will not let you get bored until the end of the game.
  15. nootpot
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy games, the music, story, and characters are very good!! .
  16. Thornezcru
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a Work of art, best in the series with traditional final fantasy themes reinvented for a modern world all whilst being a medieval fantasy game, it’s combat is similar to DMC with its fast paced hack and slash abilities, the UI is fantastic and clean, the bosses and battles will blow you away and the story is beautiful in more ways than you’d expect from square enix, I will say there’s ALOT of gameplay to expect and if you do play the side quests you’re adding an additional 20+ hours on top do campaign, the cutscenes are worth it, there’s a few complaints but I think everyone’s got tiktok brain rot and can’t focus for longer than 30 seconds, if you liked Witcher 3, DMC and final fantasy 7, you’ll love this I was and still am not over the game, it’s made me feel like I’ve genuinely been a part of the story and most final fantasy games in recent years haven’t given me that feeling, it’s bringing new and old fans alike into the series and with the battles reinvented (summons to eikons) in a glorious epic showdown style, I don’t know how you can’t enjoy this game, you’ll laugh and cry and get angry for the characters, it’s beautiful honestly.… Expand
  17. gmmaster
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    This has been one of my favourite games I've ever played and what an incredible and emotional end
  18. pccillin
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    nd its the perfect time to make a more hyper fantasy FF game with a solo character. Considering FF7R will have the fantasy and scifi mix with party play for quite some time to come. So im glad 16 is taking this approach.
  19. Helloitsmemario
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    I felt like a kid again, the excitement was non stop. I can’t remember the last time I did an all nighter for a game! It has an immaculate put together world with believable and entirely loveable characters. My star, my treasure. Defo in my top FFs of all time, right up there with FFXIV, FFX, FF16, FF12.
  20. Arkuz
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    The game does not run as smoothly as you would expect for a new gen game, however, I didn't feel that took away any value when it came to the thrilling gameplay, great plot and AMAZING soundtrack.
    As a side note, if you are a fan of "epic" visuals and soundtrack, you will LOVE this game, no doubts.
  21. technici
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This sequence in the game made me feel more than most modern day movies and shows. A literal child goes through a whole hero's journey in 20ish minutes.
  22. eMJayDesu
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    I've been waiting for a Final Fantasy title like this! This is a true fantasy! Medieval theme is all I wanted! The story is amazing, especially thanks to the wonderful characters! Clive and Jill are wonderful together, yes, but all these amazing supporting characters. There's a ton of them! In my opinion, we don't need another open world game. I like the formula similiar to FFX. Maybe theI've been waiting for a Final Fantasy title like this! This is a true fantasy! Medieval theme is all I wanted! The story is amazing, especially thanks to the wonderful characters! Clive and Jill are wonderful together, yes, but all these amazing supporting characters. There's a ton of them! In my opinion, we don't need another open world game. I like the formula similiar to FFX. Maybe the system of weapons, items, magic could be better and it would be awesome if other characters could be playable as well, but still I'm satisfied in which direction the creators went. Also I have to say I love the soundtrack so much! "Find the Flame" is literally FIRE!!!! XVI has become one of my favorite games... but of course it didn't beat the great IX in every way!… Expand
  23. GabioVSKI
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Just the best game by square Enix in the last ten years. One of my best playthrogh ever.
  24. rrrosfield
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Really loved the game, especially the world building.
    All the characters were memorable. Only gripe were that some of the side-quests are boring but the main quest is amazing.
  25. NoIllusions
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Overall i absolutely love this game and it has slowly become part of my top 20 favorite games of all time list. It has well written story and characters, very beautiful graphics, many unique bosses and villains, amazing soundtrack and overall atmosphere/vibe of the game just feels great. I'm not saying that it has to be GOTY winner, but it absolutely deserves it. As of August 2023, FF16 isOverall i absolutely love this game and it has slowly become part of my top 20 favorite games of all time list. It has well written story and characters, very beautiful graphics, many unique bosses and villains, amazing soundtrack and overall atmosphere/vibe of the game just feels great. I'm not saying that it has to be GOTY winner, but it absolutely deserves it. As of August 2023, FF16 is best PS5 exclusive.

    I would strongly advise everyone to ignore reviews, that are below 8/10, simply because they are not honest or objective, instead they are extremely biased.

    These same people review bombed FF7Remake and there were the exact same complaints. Don't believe me? Go look up FF7Remake PS4 version user reviews.

    They simply don't like modern FF games and they can't stand the fact that modern FF games like FF7Remake and FF16 have found so many new fans and people praise FF16 as potential GOTY of 2023.    … Expand
  26. WrongEnemy
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    One of the best games in a very long time and easy GOTY, unless Spider-Man 2 does something incredible. Easily better than Zelda and Baldur's Gate 3.
  27. At_Last
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Fantastic game, better than Baldur's Gate 3 in every way imaginable. It has better story, combat, characters, graphics, mechanics and overall worldbuilding is done better. It's a shame that those Baldur's Gate fanboys are the ones who are review bombing FF XVI.
  28. Nikolasleo
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece. A cool story and a nice hack and slash experience, the boss fights looks and are crazy good.… Expand
  29. victini9
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Great story, enjoyable gameplay. Must play game for sure. People hate it just because no black people in game
  30. michelin1
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    i love this game so much!
    the music ,
    the character ,
    the story
    it is very amazing !!
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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.
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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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