Final Fantasy XVI

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

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  1. javierjcl
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Paciencia para leer:
    Nunca me esperé que me fuese a interesar una franquicia de videojuegos tan conocida por su aclamado combate por turnos y de rol clásico, sin embargo, cuando vi el trailer de Final Fantasy XVI vi que este iba a ser distinto. Me interesé por los personajes, la historia, el mundo y por todo lo que rodeaba este juego. En charlas, podcasts como The Wild Project o simples    Paciencia para leer:
    Nunca me esperé que me fuese a interesar una franquicia de videojuegos tan conocida por su aclamado combate por turnos y de rol clásico, sin embargo, cuando vi el trailer de Final Fantasy XVI vi que este iba a ser distinto. Me interesé por los personajes, la historia, el mundo y por todo lo que rodeaba este juego. En charlas, podcasts como The Wild Project o simples streams hablando de juegos se trataba este tema, lo que alimentaba mi curiosidad. Poco a poco este juego fue entrando en mi mente hasta que me dispuse a jugarlo en cuanto saliera. Lo que se mostraba del juego era tan prometedor y tan esperanzador que mis ganas por jugarlo se multiplicaban cada día más. Cuando por fin pude tenerlo en mi propiedad fue la hora de confirmar o desmentir todo lo que tenía pensado sobre él, para saber si me gustaría o no. Nunca me esperé que este juego calara tanto en mí desde el primer día que lo probé. Tanto su premisa e historia interesantes y crudas me encantaron, sus personajes tan únicos y vivos y las relaciones personales que tienen entre ellos, el estilo visual y artístico es único, y finalmente su jugabilidad parece venida de otro mundo. Sientes que estás ahí mismo peleando contra tus enemigos y enfrentándote al peligro tú mismo. Este juego definitivamente sienta cátedra en casi todos los sentidos. Final Fantasy XVI te muestra un mundo corrompido por el poder y la magia y te enseña cómo ésta puede corromper a las personas. Cómo el egoísmo se muestra en cada metro cuadrado del mundo, y cómo hay algunos que luchan por que la gente pueda vivir en paz, sin estar a merced de aquellos que harían lo que fuera por estar en el poder, masacrando pueblos y escupiendo en la cara de sus habitantes. Aunque esta gente buena no abunde, si el objetivo vale la pena se hará lo que haga falta por conseguirlo porque de eso trata Final Fantasy XVI. Aunque el horizonte parezca estar más lejos por cada paso que se da, aún se sigue viendo. Las personas somos así: si nos tropezamos, nos apoyamos en alguien; si nos caemos nos levantamos… Para lograr un objetivo hay que darlo todo, aceptarse a uno mismo, sacar pecho y enfrentarse a aquello a lo que más temes por muy imposible que parezca, pues solo así será cómo alcanzarás tu destino y así serás recordado, como la persona que lo dio todo por la causa, esquivó los obstáculos, se enfrentó a las adversidades y que nunca aceptó un “no” por respuesta. “Cuando una historia termina, otra comienza…” son las palabras que mejor pueden resumir el mensaje de tal obra maestra del videojuego.    … Expand
  2. Endikacarmona
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    Juegazo, lo disfrute de principio a fin, la musica muy bella y la historia, sin duda muy recomendable para las personas amantes de la fantasia medieval y los combates freneticos
  3. Abibboy83
    Jun 26, 2023
    5
    No es mal hack & slash, pero FINAL FANTASY ya perdió su identidad. No es como la saga Xenoblade que mantiene su estilo, o la saga Tales of, que aunque la historia sea mas madura en Arise, mantiene la identidad de la saga, final fantasy desde el 12 es un mal intento de agradar a todos los jugadores y esto termina por no gustar ni a antiguos fans ni a posibles nuevos jugadores.
  4. Wolverine2023
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Very good game, a unique experience. Ignore the bots with 0 score those are fake.
  5. RemzZ
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    FANTASTIC GAME
    Amazing story, gameplay, protagonist and the icons fight was a masterpiece this is my GOTY of the year.
    Great job from the team of Yoshi-P, hope there gona be a big DLC!!!
  6. Renny90
    Jun 24, 2023
    6
    Game is a one of this year’s biggest disappointments, but it got some perks:

    Pros: + Loved the main characters design, especially Cid, they are more mature and relatable than previous FF titles + Scenery is beautiful, there is alot of cinematic moments when you’re just strolling around or fighting + Combat is flashy and beautiful + Eikon fights are really well done and never get boring    Game is a one of this year’s biggest disappointments, but it got some perks:

    Pros:
    + Loved the main characters design, especially Cid, they are more mature and relatable than previous FF titles
    + Scenery is beautiful, there is alot of cinematic moments when you’re just strolling around or fighting
    + Combat is flashy and beautiful
    + Eikon fights are really well done and never get boring

    Cons:
    - The game is too easy and not challenging at all even if you play on action-focused and without timely accessories, you never feel you’re going to die and you’ll never see the game over screen and even if you do you’ll get go back to where you left the Boss HP and with more pots than you had before. This is my main gripe with the game and it’s such a shame when the combat system is fun.

    - World is empty and side characters/content/npcs/quests are soulless , I don’t mind a semi linear world when it’s done well (God of War), but this game had no excuse for half-a**ing this when it’s not an open world.

    - Story starts slow,then picks up again and you’d think it’s going to be great but falls off again    … Expand
  7. Scuzzey
    Jul 12, 2023
    9
    Absolutely AMAZING game. The graphics were absolutely amazing, especially toward the end. The story can get a little confusing with all the different names and locations, but it doesn't really detract from the experience. The combat was enjoyable, but a little repetitive when it came to multiple waves of the same enemies who all seem to have a little too much health. The RPG aspect wasAbsolutely AMAZING game. The graphics were absolutely amazing, especially toward the end. The story can get a little confusing with all the different names and locations, but it doesn't really detract from the experience. The combat was enjoyable, but a little repetitive when it came to multiple waves of the same enemies who all seem to have a little too much health. The RPG aspect was almost entirely unnecessary, playing much less of a role than I would have liked. Overall loved it and well worth the price tag.… Expand
  8. ManuFrame
    Jun 24, 2023
    7
    El juego me está gustando, pero sinceramente este nuevo motor que han desarrollado no da la talla y a la vista está.
    Del modo rendimiento no voy a decir nada es una tomadura de pelo y se nota que no han invertido tiempo en el.
    El modo calidad, bueno realmente noto que en ocasiones no va a 30 FPS, el Blur y el desenfoque lo encuentro exagerado y está haciendo que no pueda disfrutar 100% del    El juego me está gustando, pero sinceramente este nuevo motor que han desarrollado no da la talla y a la vista está.
    Del modo rendimiento no voy a decir nada es una tomadura de pelo y se nota que no han invertido tiempo en el.
    El modo calidad, bueno realmente noto que en ocasiones no va a 30 FPS, el Blur y el desenfoque lo encuentro exagerado y está haciendo que no pueda disfrutar 100% del juego    … Expand
  9. Dreamland42
    Jul 8, 2023
    10
    I was unsure about the game from reading the reviews of people saying it’s not like the other Final Fantasy games and some not liking it so I was very cautious going into it only to be blown away by how amazing this game is. It is not a turn based game like the early ones but I think it is still very much in the spirit of Final Fantasy if you liked Final Fantasy 15 then this is just asI was unsure about the game from reading the reviews of people saying it’s not like the other Final Fantasy games and some not liking it so I was very cautious going into it only to be blown away by how amazing this game is. It is not a turn based game like the early ones but I think it is still very much in the spirit of Final Fantasy if you liked Final Fantasy 15 then this is just as good. The graphics are amazing. I’m playing this on the Samsung S 95BQDOLEDTV and it’s a life altering experience. Put it in filmmaker mode and pump the color up to 35 and there is no other experience like it… Expand
  10. Dark_reunion
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy XVI: A Perfect 10/10 Journey

    Final Fantasy XVI is a true gem in the series, deserving a perfect 10/10 rating. The game's writing is superb, far surpassing its predecessor, Final Fantasy XV. The story is captivating, characters are well-developed, and the world-building is breathtaking. Combat is a delightful mix of strategy and action, keeping me engaged and entertained.    Final Fantasy XVI: A Perfect 10/10 Journey

    Final Fantasy XVI is a true gem in the series, deserving a perfect 10/10 rating. The game's writing is superb, far surpassing its predecessor, Final Fantasy XV. The story is captivating, characters are well-developed, and the world-building is breathtaking. Combat is a delightful mix of strategy and action, keeping me engaged and entertained. Visually, the game is stunning, with detailed graphics and a mesmerizing soundtrack. Final Fantasy XVI has reignited my love for the series, and I'm grateful for this remarkable gaming experience.    … Expand
  11. Avron76
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    After playing through the game for awhile now this game is the best game I have played in the last Several years. Here is the reason why: 1. Amazing story: The story in this game is incredible. The writing in this game is incredible and heartfelt. It has been a while since I was emotionally involved in a game like I was in this one. The characters as well str amazing, and Torgal isAfter playing through the game for awhile now this game is the best game I have played in the last Several years. Here is the reason why: 1. Amazing story: The story in this game is incredible. The writing in this game is incredible and heartfelt. It has been a while since I was emotionally involved in a game like I was in this one. The characters as well str amazing, and Torgal is fantastic. Also you have the amazing QOL effect where you can stop the game in the middle of a cutscene and read more back story on locations, Characters, and History. 2. The music in this game is very good. Does it hold up to the greats in the past? I would say it comes very very close. Overall the music in this game is incredible. 3. The Graphics: people can get angry all you want about this game ,but the visuals are just amazing. Can you tell me a game ever where as you are fighting with Ifrit then the ground itself shakes and trees burn to ash when you touch them? Cause I never have ever. The world is gorgeous to behold and there where times you just wanted to stop and look around. The dungeons in the game where amazing and melted directly into the storyline and events of the game and that was fantastic. The effects where great the fighting felt amazing and fluent. I was blown away. 4. The combat: The game is not turn based and that is ok. I felt the game had a ton of variety. You had to choose what abilities to use. You had Eikon abilities you have to match together to for your play style. You had to change between them to make the play styles work better together. There was alot going on but it was fast, fun, and fluent. Then you have the Eikon battles which are the most incredible fun thing I have ever done.

    Overall: The only reason I don't give this game a 10 is because it's not fully perfect, but it is about as close to perfect as you can get. When games come out not running and looking like **** It is very nice to have a game like final fantasy 16 come out that shows you why you love video games in the first place. Because they are engaging and fun... Or they should be. Final Fantasy 16 is engaging, fun, and have a great story line and music. This is my Game of the Year.    … Expand
  12. Helloparis
    Jun 26, 2023
    6
    the beginin is very slow :(
    Elementary affinities are not taken into account, i kiiled a bombo with fire... this is so bad
  13. moantry
    Jun 26, 2023
    7
    Not a bad game at all. Just got repetitive for me. But the first few hours and especially the last few hours are **** fantastic.

    Its just the side quests that kinda made me not love it as much as I wanted to.

    But for sure get the game!
  14. Jgranda21
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    Amazing game …love the story and combat, I’m new in the FF world but I love everything they did with this game can’t wait for the next ones
  15. Alexis1989
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    One of the best Final Fantasy and videogames that I ever played
    Characters so great.
    music so crazy.
  16. woodoosticka
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    It’s been an awesome game! 41 hours in and only 52% the way through the game!
  17. Garolymar
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    I bought a PS5 for this game after loving the teams work on their expansions and I gotta say they didn't disappoint. This game is a torrent of emotions, boss battles that defy the imagination in terms of scale that outclasses even the giants in the movie industry when it comes to jaw dropping visuals. Lovable characters and one of the best combat systems I've played with in 10 years. TheI bought a PS5 for this game after loving the teams work on their expansions and I gotta say they didn't disappoint. This game is a torrent of emotions, boss battles that defy the imagination in terms of scale that outclasses even the giants in the movie industry when it comes to jaw dropping visuals. Lovable characters and one of the best combat systems I've played with in 10 years. The year isn't even close to over yet but I am confident in calling this My GOTY… Expand
  18. Kaiverdiver
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    If you'e played FFXIV and are a fan of the mmo, this is a must play. I played it for years and I can't tell you how many times I've found myself grinning like an idiot because of the similarities between the two down to how the game plays to the very character models that are used. CBU3 and their dev choices really shine through in FFXVI and it's refreshing to see them build somethingIf you'e played FFXIV and are a fan of the mmo, this is a must play. I played it for years and I can't tell you how many times I've found myself grinning like an idiot because of the similarities between the two down to how the game plays to the very character models that are used. CBU3 and their dev choices really shine through in FFXVI and it's refreshing to see them build something from the ground up vs working with something they inherited.

    That being said the side quests are bit much. Most are optional (some will give new rewards like an increased potion pouch but those are easy to pick out of the crowd) but if you're trying to 100% the crowd expect to have to slog through some of the slower, lore/world building content.

    The boss battles are not hard like most of this game the first play through, but are visually stunning.

    Regardless of the points that do tend to drag, I still find myself enjoyong this game a lot and feel it's worth the high rating. It's definitely not your standard Final Fantasy game, the tones are very different, but that's not a bad thing. It's refreshing take that helps breathe new life into a series that has otherwise been struggling by a dev team that repeatedly proves that they care about the games they produce.    … Expand
  19. FallinGoddess
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy 16 will undoubtedly withstand the test of time and take its place as one of the best games to ever grace a new gen system best looking game of all time never seen a game this beautifully polished undeniably unbelievable Yoshi p is the greatest of all time the man the myth the legend whatever he touches he makes sure it’s perfect, also pet torgal ! 10/10
  20. cocojack612
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    I've been playing this game nonstop since it released! The music continues to inspire me even after I put the controller down. The battle and the combat are extremely easy to navigate even for someone like me that doesn't typically play action-RPG games. I love that this game has been catered to everyone! The graphics are amazing and the story is super interesting and compelling, II've been playing this game nonstop since it released! The music continues to inspire me even after I put the controller down. The battle and the combat are extremely easy to navigate even for someone like me that doesn't typically play action-RPG games. I love that this game has been catered to everyone! The graphics are amazing and the story is super interesting and compelling, I actually want to finish the story as soon as I can.… Expand
  21. HebrewHammer598
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    This is the best game I have played this year from the story the graphics and the gameplay I have no complaints! I love the accessable options as well. I'm not a fan of games that are to hard. This game allows me to set the difficulty and focus on the story. It lets me enjoy the game the way I want to and I admire square for allowing me to have that ability unlike other trash companies.
  22. erieberry
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    The Story, Music and Characters are all brilliant here, The gameplay is pretty bland in the beginning but gets much better as you unlock more abilities. Side quests at start are very tedious and boring but thankfully mid to end game side quests are excellent. Itemisation is lacking and RPG elements aren't their strongest here, All things considered this is a brilliant game and a realThe Story, Music and Characters are all brilliant here, The gameplay is pretty bland in the beginning but gets much better as you unlock more abilities. Side quests at start are very tedious and boring but thankfully mid to end game side quests are excellent. Itemisation is lacking and RPG elements aren't their strongest here, All things considered this is a brilliant game and a real positive for the franchise.… Expand
  23. wolver102
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    This game was built with love and respect to the franchise and fans. I can not stress enough how much emotion this game pulled from me. I'm not sure if it's because we've had few games the past couple years with good narrative driven plots and character building but this game just absolutely hit ALL the marks. Great combat that can be played by button mashers or hack and slash expertsThis game was built with love and respect to the franchise and fans. I can not stress enough how much emotion this game pulled from me. I'm not sure if it's because we've had few games the past couple years with good narrative driven plots and character building but this game just absolutely hit ALL the marks. Great combat that can be played by button mashers or hack and slash experts alike, characters that you will laugh and cry with, a fully lived in world that's wrapped in chaotic times, and a story truly worthy of the name Final Fantasy.… Expand
  24. umi0908
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    I got really emotional with this game. There were many scenes where I was at a loss for words.
  25. FantasyGod
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy XVI, 2023 is officially one of the best game in video game history and that's only first half of the year never seen a game so beautifully polished the scaling everything is top notch love everything about this game every second!
  26. Joshuafangirl
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Arguably the best Final Fantasy game of all time and certainly the best game of 2023... Even though we’re half way in year. This game has an amazing art style and an incredible soundtrack. The combat/eikon fights is actually really fun and has its own unique style with the outstanding scaling. Final Fantasy XVI 10/10 pays a lot homage to the previous titles
  27. Mayveen
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Hello, I don't understand the majority of critics that are made of the game (Gameplay/story/...). To sum up the game is clearly not perfect, but largely fulfills its role with breathtaking fights, rich story, artistic direction...
  28. Precious13
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
  29. rangas
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    I really loved this. Good thing I had vacation when game got out so I could play it all day!
  30. Haideroo
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Excellent story excellent characters excellent combat beautiful world and expansive areas with gorgeous graphics and thats also seems to be extremely polished and finished
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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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