Final Fantasy XVI

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,346 out of 8567
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  1. Pulpet
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Siempre he sido fan de los turnos, que han ido evolucionando y cambiando a lo largo de la saga, pero si no te disgusta dar una vuelta de tuerca mas al remake del VII y pasar a la accion el juego te va a gustar. La historia es más madura, el argumento excelente y el lore de Valisthea tiene mucho que contar. Si buscas una historia sobria y un sistema de combate con efectos visualesSiempre he sido fan de los turnos, que han ido evolucionando y cambiando a lo largo de la saga, pero si no te disgusta dar una vuelta de tuerca mas al remake del VII y pasar a la accion el juego te va a gustar. La historia es más madura, el argumento excelente y el lore de Valisthea tiene mucho que contar. Si buscas una historia sobria y un sistema de combate con efectos visuales llamativos, combos constantes y variedad de ataques lo recomiendo 100%, yo lo he disfrutado muchísimo.… Expand
  2. Selectivimom
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    Really good game that is once again review bombed as usual. Combat, story and world are vastly superior to Final Fantasy XV. It has a few drawbacks such as side Questa that lower the score to a 9 but it is a very enjoyable experiencia and one of the BEST games to come out this year, no matter what the review bombers say
  3. Peiper45
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Gutes final fantasy kein woke müll einfach mal eine super mega Story und auch sehr Einsteiger freundlich bin echt begeistert
  4. Kryptonsoul
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    With people review bombing they have just shown that they have nothing else better to do but hate on something truly brilliant with their low IQ responses and trying to push their own unrealistic views on the game. Since playing from 1997 I’ve seen a lot of changes over the years. This experience was amazing. Combat is vastly deep and customisable with summons being the highlight of theWith people review bombing they have just shown that they have nothing else better to do but hate on something truly brilliant with their low IQ responses and trying to push their own unrealistic views on the game. Since playing from 1997 I’ve seen a lot of changes over the years. This experience was amazing. Combat is vastly deep and customisable with summons being the highlight of the time spent with the game. Yes improvements can be made in some areas but this game has shown that the devs put so much effort and love into the game. This game is a must buy for veterans and new comers. Ignore the idiots of the internet because this game is lead contender for GOTY.… Expand
  5. Ik2012
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    The heir to a legacy truly fulfilled....
    This is the evolution final fantasy needed from amazing combat to a gripping story...
  6. Nocto26
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is one of the most biggest game of 2023. The scenario, the music, the photography, the directing... Everything is at the climax of what we deserve from a Final Fantasy game. The combat gameplay is awesome and omg the eikons... Wow. Thanks Square Enix for that ❤️… Expand
  7. Gualamala
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Loved it. Amazing game. I played the demo and felt it deserved a pre-order. My favorite and probably only one I really like in the series.
  8. Otis2252
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. Good story and characters. Loved the different ways they introduced various mechanics to the users instead of a giant dumb of everything at the beginning. Combat is awesome. It feels and looks good but with the music and the cutscenes during larger battles, it takes it to another level. All around the game is fun, there is a lot of different stuff to explore and sideAmazing game. Good story and characters. Loved the different ways they introduced various mechanics to the users instead of a giant dumb of everything at the beginning. Combat is awesome. It feels and looks good but with the music and the cutscenes during larger battles, it takes it to another level. All around the game is fun, there is a lot of different stuff to explore and side quests really bring the world together with the main story. Best game I have played this year.… Expand
  9. Cagekkennelz
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game in every aspect. The combat is smooth and slick at 60fps while the story is gripping rite from rhe start. The abilities look absolutely stunning way better then I have seen on any other consoles. Many fighting style options. Do not miss this exclusive playstation 5 game.
  10. Trektatus
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Every aspect of this game is incredible, combat, story, VA, and graphics all exceeded my expectations. Anyone who has played more than 1 or 2 FF games would understand. If you haven’t played it and haven’t played a FF game this is a good introduction to FF.
  11. saad2
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    It deserves all the 10/10 reviews I wish lgbtq stuff was gone but as a game its nearly perfect
  12. Akuma72387
    Jun 24, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be honest I do prefer the older school turn based FF games and FF16 battle is not my cup of tea but I personally am enjoying it. The game has great visuals, lore, and all around has been enjoyable. Now there are some that are complaining that "it has too many white people" who cares it is based off of British medieval times. And if your looking for something that nods towards darker skin colors.... THE GAME IS ABOUT HOW PEOPLE ARE TREATED LIKE CRAP OR DIFFERENTLY JU AS T BECAUSE OF ONE PART OF THEM EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE THE SAME AS THE NEXT PERSON AND HOW SLAVERY IS BAD.

    It is a PS5 exclusive for 6 months. You and be happy that is all it is because ff has been with playstation for the last 10ish mainline games. There has been some variation where they released on Xbox at the same time but Square Enix is a playstation company st the end of the day. As far as the overheating you ps5s. That is 100% your fault as I tested what people claimed caused it and with it set to the most graphic intensive setting and my ps5 in a 85° room it didn't come close so my guess is that people keep their gaming consoles locked inside boxes and pack the air vents (intake or outtake your pick) with dust and animal hair. Buy a can of compressed air and clean your systems it takes less than 3 minutes and you can buy compressed air most places they sell any electronics.

    In conclusion FF16 is a good ARPG but not the best FF RPG. Your social takes have 0 to do with the quality of the game. If your and Xbox player you will get it the same time PC players do in December while us playstation players enjoy our next timed exclusive Final Fantasy. FF7 rebirth. Which you will get to play anywhere from 6-12 months later.    … Expand
  13. wyq777
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    It's definitely one of the greatest games I have ever played.
    1.Amazing story.I could say that I was so moved after finishing it.I was absorbed in the relationship between Cliff and Jill,also the brotherhood of Cliff and his brother.
    2.Touching music.It is known that Final Fantasy Series is known for its beautiful music.Although some of the pieces are just the remix edition of the former    It's definitely one of the greatest games I have ever played.
    1.Amazing story.I could say that I was so moved after finishing it.I was absorbed in the relationship between Cliff and Jill,also the brotherhood of Cliff and his brother.
    2.Touching music.It is known that Final Fantasy Series is known for its beautiful music.Although some of the pieces are just the remix edition of the former pieces,I can feel that the melodies fit the pace of the game precisely.Honestly I can't find another game,which is released within three years,as awesome as Final Fantasy XVI in music.So I wanna say:bravo,Square Enix.
    3.FF15 is like a semi-finished product.That really disappointed me a lot.But this time,FFXVI came back with a completed story.That is enough,I only ask for so much.
    4.The particle effects...Wow,you know,that's really cool.I love it.Needless to say,you have to play it yourself to experience it,because I can hardly describe it.

    I wanna stress that one should judge it after finishing it instead of in the halfway.Don't be a“Cloud Player”.It's an amazing game you deserve to try.    … Expand
  14. tisbomb
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Incredible game. Story,graphics,gameplay all top tier. It steps out of the FF norm and does so in sublime fashion.
  15. Ryph
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A fantastic breath of fresh air for a series I've dearly loved for thirty years. My GOTY!
  16. tumeric
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    What a phenomenal game. I loved the story which hooked me in from the start and propelled me to get through all the quests that advanced it. The combat was very fun, especially all the major and pivotal fights. I’ve never experienced such thrill in previous FF titles, not to say they weren’t fun. I think this has officially become my new favorite Final Fantasy of all time. The music, theWhat a phenomenal game. I loved the story which hooked me in from the start and propelled me to get through all the quests that advanced it. The combat was very fun, especially all the major and pivotal fights. I’ve never experienced such thrill in previous FF titles, not to say they weren’t fun. I think this has officially become my new favorite Final Fantasy of all time. The music, the graphics, the story; all of it was worthy of the FF title. Thank you to the entire team for creating an amazing experience I will treasure.… Expand
  17. Darkerasu16
    Jun 24, 2023
    2
    Final Fantasy XVI, uma das franquias mais icônicas e reverenciadas da indústria de jogos, tem sido conhecida por suas histórias cativantes, personagens complexos e gráficos impressionantes. No entanto, com o lançamento de Final Fantasy XVI, fica evidente que o jogo não conseguiu atender às expectativas em termos de jogabilidade desafiadora e gráficos atualizados. Nesta crítica exploro asFinal Fantasy XVI, uma das franquias mais icônicas e reverenciadas da indústria de jogos, tem sido conhecida por suas histórias cativantes, personagens complexos e gráficos impressionantes. No entanto, com o lançamento de Final Fantasy XVI, fica evidente que o jogo não conseguiu atender às expectativas em termos de jogabilidade desafiadora e gráficos atualizados. Nesta crítica exploro as principais falhas do jogo, incluindo a jogabilidade fácil e os gráficos que deixam a desejar, lembrando até mesmo os visuais do PlayStation 2.

    Jogabilidade fácil:
    Uma das maiores decepções em Final Fantasy XVI é a jogabilidade excessivamente fácil. A série Final Fantasy sempre foi conhecida por seus desafios estratégicos e combates envolventes, mas neste novo título, o nível de dificuldade é simplesmente insatisfatório. As batalhas são extremamente simplificadas, exigindo pouca estratégia por parte do jogador. A falta de desafio tira a sensação de conquista e progressão, deixando os jogadores com uma experiência tediosa e sem emoção.

    Gráficos desatualizados:
    Outro aspecto notável que prejudica a experiência de jogo em Final Fantasy XVI são os gráficos desatualizados. Considerando os avanços tecnológicos na indústria de jogos, esperava-se que o jogo apresentasse visuais de alta qualidade, imersivos e deslumbrantes. Infelizmente, os gráficos deste jogo lembram os visuais limitados do PlayStation 2, uma geração de console bem anterior. Os personagens e ambientes parecem desprovidos de detalhes e texturas realistas, o que resulta em uma experiência visual decepcionante e desatualizada.

    Impacto na imersão:
    A jogabilidade fácil e os gráficos desatualizados de Final Fantasy XVI têm um impacto direto na imersão do jogador. A falta de desafio e a simplicidade dos combates retiram a sensação de estar em um mundo fantástico e épico, reduzindo a motivação para continuar jogando. Além disso, os gráficos desatualizados prejudicam a capacidade do jogo de transportar os jogadores para um mundo rico e visualmente envolvente. A imersão é um elemento crucial em qualquer jogo de RPG, e é lamentável que Final Fantasy XVI falhe nesse aspecto.

    Conclusão:
    Em suma, Final Fantasy XVI não atende às expectativas dos verdadeiros fãs da franquia e não consegue manter o alto padrão estabelecido por seus antecessores. A jogabilidade fácil e a falta de desafio tiram a emoção e a satisfação da experiência de jogo, enquanto os gráficos desatualizados comprometem a imersão e o envolvimento do jogador. Esperava-se muito mais de uma franquia lendária como Final Fantasy, mas infelizmente, este jogo não alcança o patamar de excelência estabelecido pelos seus predecessores. É uma decepção para os fãs da série e para a indústria de jogos como um todo.    … Expand
  18. YukioD
    Jun 24, 2023
    6
    Cara esse final fantasy parece um light returns com devil may cry e asura's wrath, a questão e só que tem uma historia muito boa, não que seja ruim mais não tem como dar uma nota maior que 6, a batalha muito simplificada, falta elementos de rpg, linearidade, missões secundarias pobres e fora de ritmo e muitas outras coisas, fica complicado defender.
  19. kmoyer22
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Must play. If you like single player games loke god of war with approachable but great combat with absolute great world and story this is for you. This is an action adventure game. If you loke traditional RPG then this is not for you.

    People who give this a 0 out of 10 have no justification. They just are upset the game went a new direction (i.e. no more old boring turn based game) to    Must play. If you like single player games loke god of war with approachable but great combat with absolute great world and story this is for you. This is an action adventure game. If you loke traditional RPG then this is not for you.

    People who give this a 0 out of 10 have no justification. They just are upset the game went a new direction (i.e. no more old boring turn based game) to make the game fun for more people.    … Expand
  20. AlexMercer047
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    An absolutely gorgeous game with a best gameplay this year and best graphics with best boss fights ever been made in history !
  21. guiacr
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A great addition to the franchise, a visceral FF, with very dynamic combat and one of the best stories in games.
    You realize that the game is really good when almost all the criticisms are "this is not RPG" or "runners in full ps5", when in fact these are not negative points, just personal taste of each one.
  22. MirusDark
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Absolute incredible game. I wasn’t a fan of a previous game (FFXV), but this one surprised me quite a lot! When I first saw the trailer I was quite disappointed at first, the graphics didn’t scream “next gen” for me, the medieval theme is not my cup of tea and the characters were too simple and memorable. But when I tried the demo I was absolutely stunned! Game looks fantastic! Story isAbsolute incredible game. I wasn’t a fan of a previous game (FFXV), but this one surprised me quite a lot! When I first saw the trailer I was quite disappointed at first, the graphics didn’t scream “next gen” for me, the medieval theme is not my cup of tea and the characters were too simple and memorable. But when I tried the demo I was absolutely stunned! Game looks fantastic! Story is captivating from the very beginning! Gameplay is incredibly fun and the eikon battle system is amazing! I made a preorder as soon as I finished the demo! Now I finally got a chance to finish the full game and I am amazed! This is finally my only favorite Final Fantasy game after a long time of mediocre or simply good games in the franchise!… Expand
  23. Jogavera
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Obra prima magnífico épico lindo o melhor final fantasy que a square produziu
  24. PsYchoViPeR_
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I’ve just finished the Ifrit vs Ifrit bossfight.
    What can I say. Surely I know I should finish a game before reviewing it and surely I also know that the game has its flaws, like ANY GAMES, that should be accounted for when giving a score. Surely I know this is something far away from the Final Fantasy I have been used to. And surely I really could not care less. I could stay here talking    I’ve just finished the Ifrit vs Ifrit bossfight.
    What can I say. Surely I know I should finish a game before reviewing it and surely I also know that the game has its flaws, like ANY GAMES, that should be accounted for when giving a score. Surely I know this is something far away from the Final Fantasy I have been used to. And surely I really could not care less. I could stay here talking about how it’s not like its predecessor, that it lacks this this and this… but really, is it supposed to be like that? I’d rather look at the great work the developers have done. At how passionately they must have worked to try to make this game. At how they’ve tried to channel emotions through it, and not disrespected the game saga and its fans (many would probably disagree with this last statement, but do try to read between the lines).

    A game is meant to be felt, and I am feeling this game. The story it’s trying to tell me, the beautifully looking world and satisfying gameplay (that, yes, couldn’t be further away from what a Final Fantasy gameplay used to look like), the wonderfully orchestrated music, that I could listen to a hundred of times and STILL not get sick of it, still making me feel goosebumps all over my body.

    Does it deserve the perfect vote? Probably not, although in my heart yes, it does. Does it even deserve hate? No, it doesn’t. 9/10 is my vote, but just like the people who hated on it did, I’m gonna bump it up a lil, just because I’m feeling like it. That’s what anyone does anyways, right?    … Expand
  25. marcozinho
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    O jogo foge um pouco do tradicional dos Final Fantasy mas entrega muito em ação e em enredo. Os anéis de acessibilidade se não bem usados podem facilitar demais, mas por um bom motivo. No mais é um jogo absolutamente incrível.
  26. cosguy91
    Jun 24, 2023
    2
    The game is simply boring. Bland story, bland environments, constant cutscenes. You’ll walk 5 steps then watch a 10 minute cutscene. Walk another few steps then another cutscene. Enemies have such large health bars that you spend several minutes spamming the attack button to defeat them and you’re only given some crafting materials. Very disappointed with this game. I regret buying it.
  27. TonyStark007
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Things which I liked:
    1. Beautiful scenery: Developers really put effort to create everything looking real. I often feel like I am in a fantasy world. You can see far far away and every part of Valesthia is beautiful.
    2. Music:...Nothing much to say. It's a masterpiece. 3. Combat: Combat keeps getting better and better. You start with just 1 special move and by the end of game you    Things which I liked:
    1. Beautiful scenery: Developers really put effort to create everything looking real. I often feel like I am in a fantasy world. You can see far far away and every part of Valesthia is beautiful.

    2. Music:...Nothing much to say. It's a masterpiece.

    3. Combat: Combat keeps getting better and better. You start with just 1 special move and by the end of game you are a tank. So many different variations that you just want fight to never end.

    4. Story: Its a well developed story. Play this game when you have time and listen to every conversation. Story is rich and although you travel at random places at the start but later it starts to make more sense.

    5. You would want to play it again. Lore is vast and you would want to know more about the world.

    Things that can improve:
    1. Some frame rate drop in forest areas which can be improved. Game can be made more smooth.

    I really want to play game again and know lore better. I just rushed through so far and I think I want to learn more.    … Expand
  28. Stpetepiper
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I was worried about the campaign being solo and it being more action oriented before I played the demo because I've been playing the FF series since the NES and turn based rpgs have always been my favorites.... that being said this game is amazing and every bit deserves the FF title. If you are willing to not experience the amazing world they built and how polished and different the gameI was worried about the campaign being solo and it being more action oriented before I played the demo because I've been playing the FF series since the NES and turn based rpgs have always been my favorites.... that being said this game is amazing and every bit deserves the FF title. If you are willing to not experience the amazing world they built and how polished and different the game is just because of not having turn based combat, the joke is on you. I'm not saying every FF needs to be like this from now on, but im more than happy to just kind of let them build a world and get pulled in by it, it would be super immersion breaking and pointless to have this fighting be turn based.… Expand
  29. Gamerboy22
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This game is incredible!! Great story! Awesome action and great characters!
  30. Sesam007
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    The game is just brilliant, new gameplay, a big amount of opción y in abilities. The story just wow, kinda feels GOT. This is so refreshing to see FF franchise innovations and taking risk. GOTY for me
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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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