Final Fantasy XVI

 PlayStation 5
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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. Arcteon
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    Generaly good overall compared to recent ff releases. Story pacing has highs and lows but sometimes the lows last a bit too long but the highs make up for them.
    Combat is really good, I now prefer the full action combat over the amalgamation of turn based and action they have tried in the past.
    World building is good and overdone at times but they really want to drive the state of the    Generaly good overall compared to recent ff releases. Story pacing has highs and lows but sometimes the lows last a bit too long but the highs make up for them.
    Combat is really good, I now prefer the full action combat over the amalgamation of turn based and action they have tried in the past.
    World building is good and overdone at times but they really want to drive the state of the world home.
    Overall not my favorite ff of all time but a welcome change for the series. A solid 8.5    … Expand
  2. leleNAED
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This is one of the most, if not THE most, incredible Final Fantasy I've ever played. Wonderful graphics/cinematics, beautiful story and an incredible combact system. That's it.

    If you look at the reviews most if not all of the ones giving "0" ratings have also given "10" ratings to "Hi-Fi Rush" "Redfall (OMEGALUL)" and oh yeah that's it because Xbox don't have any good exclusives LOL.    This is one of the most, if not THE most, incredible Final Fantasy I've ever played. Wonderful graphics/cinematics, beautiful story and an incredible combact system. That's it.

    If you look at the reviews most if not all of the ones giving "0" ratings have also given "10" ratings to "Hi-Fi Rush" "Redfall (OMEGALUL)" and oh yeah that's it because Xbox don't have any good exclusives LOL.

    These console wars are getting SO annoying, even on this web site. My main platform is PC, there is no such thing as console wars to me. I'm a gamer, I just enjoy games and that's how it should be regardless of the platform. If a game is good I'm playing it regardless of the platform, right? So please, don't be ridiculous and review THE GAME, Final anche XVI, not the console that you "hate". Any review with a 0 score is almost always a FAKE review, doesn't matter which platform or game. They are either haters or trolls who may have not even touched the game.    … Expand
  3. knight69
    Jun 24, 2023
    6
    Good gaming but not a Final Fantasy, a Clone of Devil May Cray, no Party members, only some companions (One at time) not upgradables and not changing weapons/armours, too Easy, only After ending game there Is a game+ with difficult selecting, RPG section are very low, Battle sustem are pure action, no magic ( Fira Blizzard ultima), no status altered, no fire/water/ICE/earth weakness. Very,Good gaming but not a Final Fantasy, a Clone of Devil May Cray, no Party members, only some companions (One at time) not upgradables and not changing weapons/armours, too Easy, only After ending game there Is a game+ with difficult selecting, RPG section are very low, Battle sustem are pure action, no magic ( Fira Blizzard ultima), no status altered, no fire/water/ICE/earth weakness. Very, very disappinted, Very good graphics, fantastic soundtrack, good story (already seen).… Expand
  4. Kimyshi
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I really love this game! I was skeptical at first because some of the negative reviews but wow this is my game of the year. The story is captivating, the music is phenomenal, the characters are amazing, the Eikon fights are jaw dropping and the gameplay is so fun. The only gripe I may have is some of the quests are kinda weird and motion blur is a bit annoying, but other than that theI really love this game! I was skeptical at first because some of the negative reviews but wow this is my game of the year. The story is captivating, the music is phenomenal, the characters are amazing, the Eikon fights are jaw dropping and the gameplay is so fun. The only gripe I may have is some of the quests are kinda weird and motion blur is a bit annoying, but other than that the highs are really high and really make it worth the play. Second play though for sure.… Expand
  5. whiskeyknight
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Great game with incredible production values and an even better soundtrack. Never thought another game could give Tears of the Kingdom a run for its money for goty, but here we are.
  6. Arnaldomendes
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece , a game full next step for games rpg . It is awesome that shows that the same people who said of other action rpg from another japonese company is not said here ! Innovaton there is a 100 ! Here is a mistake , for the other poor graphics it is ok , here why so much ? Wheres the roots ? To resume , ff16 is AWESOME and no less than a 100 ! But it doesnt have an automaticA masterpiece , a game full next step for games rpg . It is awesome that shows that the same people who said of other action rpg from another japonese company is not said here ! Innovaton there is a 100 ! Here is a mistake , for the other poor graphics it is ok , here why so much ? Wheres the roots ? To resume , ff16 is AWESOME and no less than a 100 ! But it doesnt have an automatic 100 score like his friend of the goblin with Green hat ! Honest players will understand !… Expand
  7. BloodstarvedB
    Jun 24, 2023
    4
    I played all FF and over 400d playtime in ff14. This ff16 is an overall dissapointment to me. FF single player saga died after ff10. In 16 theres way to many cutscenes
    Boring loot
    Boring weapon visuals and upgrades of gear Areas look nice but feel empty Fighting at first feels like wow, but after 1hour of levelling up, you level up for nothing. Theres little nice skills and no magic to put    I played all FF and over 400d playtime in ff14. This ff16 is an overall dissapointment to me. FF single player saga died after ff10. In 16 theres way to many cutscenes
    Boring loot
    Boring weapon visuals and upgrades of gear
    Areas look nice but feel empty
    Fighting at first feels like wow, but after 1hour of levelling up, you level up for nothing. Theres little nice skills and no magic to put skill points into. Only into your summons
    You also dont have a party, only 1 main char that is also Boring AF.
    Theres no thunder3, fire3, firage, no holy, no ultima, no meteor or poison, no flare, no nothing. Only a few summons wich each 4 skills. Yet again, 79euro waisted.    … Expand
  8. bubz17
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Excellent game. I never finish single-player games, but this one made me keep wanting to play and find out what happens next. Awesome story, combat, mechanics, music, and everything else.

    The only issue I currently have with the game is the frame rate in certain areas, which hopefully they will patch eventually.
  9. Dexuz
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A Masterpiece. Se nota que esta hecho con cariño de parte de alguien que ama los videojuegos. Recomendado.
  10. Neo84x
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A great Final Fantasy. Quite a masterpiece as the creator said. It's fun and addictive for more and more. The combat system, the graphics, the variety of opponents and weapons, and the story that pulls you in and doesn't let go. 10/10 and no less! ***And one thing about you, who make the game so bad here, be ashamed because you are not gamers but pitifully poor!
  11. Shaan7
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Great story
    Great combat
    Great characters
    Great music

    ...I don't understand why people would review bomb the game...Even if it didn't meet expectations in their head I don't understand how you can give the game a 0
  12. sqshykoo
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I really love it!!! Final Fantasy XVI have the best gameplay and quality in the Final Fantasy series.
  13. Azyr
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    DO NOT TRUST REVIEWS THAT CLAIM YOU CAN BEAT THIS GAME WITH JUST PRESSING SQUARE. This game has great accessibility options in from of certain items. These can play the whole game for you. Down to the combos, parries and so on. If you're lazy and don't read, it's easy to miss this and equip them by accident. That being said, do not expect this to be an rpg. It is def more akin to devil mayDO NOT TRUST REVIEWS THAT CLAIM YOU CAN BEAT THIS GAME WITH JUST PRESSING SQUARE. This game has great accessibility options in from of certain items. These can play the whole game for you. Down to the combos, parries and so on. If you're lazy and don't read, it's easy to miss this and equip them by accident. That being said, do not expect this to be an rpg. It is def more akin to devil may cry and bayonetta… Expand
  14. gfn21
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    One of the most magical games I’ve ever played, and the fact that it’s polarizing makes no sense to me. The combat feels incredible and is some of the best I’ve ever experienced, with some of the boss fight genuinely making my jaw drop. Clive is one of the most likable protagonists I’ve seen in a while, with the story he’s a part of being extremely well-written and interesting. It feelsOne of the most magical games I’ve ever played, and the fact that it’s polarizing makes no sense to me. The combat feels incredible and is some of the best I’ve ever experienced, with some of the boss fight genuinely making my jaw drop. Clive is one of the most likable protagonists I’ve seen in a while, with the story he’s a part of being extremely well-written and interesting. It feels more mature than other FF games, lacks tropes that makes other entries cheesy, and drops a lot of the things that would not fit a darker story. And that’s a good thing.… Expand
  15. xodestroxo
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    lol 7.2 user score. you morons will complain about a game like this and drool over FF7 remake, one of the most mechanically shallow games ever made.

    FF16 is hopefully a new chapter and a new standard moving forward for FF main series games in general. outside of the MMO's, this is the first solid installment we've seen in nearly 20 years. the soundtrack is fantastic, the combat is    lol 7.2 user score. you morons will complain about a game like this and drool over FF7 remake, one of the most mechanically shallow games ever made.

    FF16 is hopefully a new chapter and a new standard moving forward for FF main series games in general. outside of the MMO's, this is the first solid installment we've seen in nearly 20 years. the soundtrack is fantastic, the combat is FINALLY customizable and has more depth than a puddle, unlike 15. The characters and story are both great, there's a bit of skipping around in the timeline which i've never been a fan of when FF does it, but it pays off later on.

    Honestly this game's review score should be nowhere close to XV or FF7 remake, it's on a whole other level. If you have a PS5, check it out for sure.    … Expand
  16. rob2385
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Excelent game! Loved the combat, and the graphics are amazing. One of the best final fantasy games created
  17. freshtodhef
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    I’ve been playing Final Fantasy since 6 and this is by far one of my favorite entries in the series. The game earns its mature rating not just from the violence and language, but from the grown up storyline featuring complex relationships and power dynamics rarely seen in a JRPG. I do think there’s room for improvement but overall this is a huge step forward for a series that’s lost itsI’ve been playing Final Fantasy since 6 and this is by far one of my favorite entries in the series. The game earns its mature rating not just from the violence and language, but from the grown up storyline featuring complex relationships and power dynamics rarely seen in a JRPG. I do think there’s room for improvement but overall this is a huge step forward for a series that’s lost its way over the past few entires, with the exception of the online MMO.… Expand
  18. Markytos
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Obra maestra!!
    pros: Sistema de combate alucinante, las batallas contra bosses de lo más épico que he jugado, la mejor banda sonora de un videojuego, la historia adulta y oscura muy bien narrada, batallas titánicas y monstruosas , la nueva partida plus ofrece un desafío épico,cuando deslumbra su apartado técnico de lo más top, ofrece una aventura que va directa a la acción que es lo que    Obra maestra!!
    pros: Sistema de combate alucinante, las batallas contra bosses de lo más épico que he jugado, la mejor banda sonora de un videojuego, la historia adulta y oscura muy bien narrada, batallas titánicas y monstruosas , la nueva partida plus ofrece un desafío épico,cuando deslumbra su apartado técnico de lo más top, ofrece una aventura que va directa a la acción que es lo que busca.

    Contras: el apartado técnico tiene sus luces y sombras con lo que algunas zonas de exploración flaquean, las misiones secundarias son muchas de recadero, las voces en latino de personajes secundarios son basura (no se como no han revisado eso) De momento mi Goty personal este año, es un juego brutal con una dificultad no muy agresiva en la primera vuelta pero bien ajustada con un buen desafío de jefes y un sistema de combate donde puedes ser muy creativo.. es un puro espectáculo    … Expand
  19. orionsacuroa
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    20 hours in loving the combat and the rpg light elements. up til now its ranking in my top 5 favorite final fantasy's
  20. DarthFaber
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    It's a great return in to the top of final fantasy saga! Finally, welcome back
  21. lman
    Jun 24, 2023
    2
    Combat is very basic, simply press square to win. The characters are boring, and it tries and fails to draw inspiration from Game of Thrones. This game is only an RPG in name. If you want to watch a movie while simulating playing a game, then this is for you. It also includes quick time events.
  22. Vampireknigh
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Haven't enjoyed a game this much since i was a kid.

    FFXVI is a unique experience. If you are open to playing the experience the developers intended, you are most likely going to love it. The highs in this game are unlike anything i've ever experienced. The negative reviews are likely from people who went in with set expecations, wanting this experience to be something that it's not.    Haven't enjoyed a game this much since i was a kid.

    FFXVI is a unique experience. If you are open to playing the experience the developers intended, you are most likely going to love it. The highs in this game are unlike anything i've ever experienced.

    The negative reviews are likely from people who went in with set expecations, wanting this experience to be something that it's not.

    Is it a good RPG? No.
    Is the exploration done well? No.
    Is the pacing good? No.
    Is it well optimized? No.

    Is it a 10/10 despite all that? Yes.    … Expand
  23. myprime0086
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Why are politically correct people so angry? Because there are no black people? the female characters are so pretty? They are selfish people who have no respect for others. This game is a master piece. This game should not be treated like this by selfish haters and xbox fanboy
  24. Kratos007
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This is the best game i've ever played. Visual is stunning, music is perfection, combat impressive. Thanks for this game.
  25. Exile_Rika
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Game runs perfectly on my PS5, the gameplay is a lot of fun, and the story of the game is phenomenal. The team behind the game certainly have put a lot of love into this game and it shows, I know already that this is my game of the year.
  26. RedyedSpartan
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    20 hours into the game and I can say I’m consistently blown away by how much I’m enjoying it. The combat is cheff’s kiss. The story is full of unexpected thrills, twists and turns. The characters are interesting, awesome and some very funny. Very impressed by the voice acting in this title. It’s definitely one of the best games of the year or of all time for me.
  27. lokinmodar
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Yoshi-P and the crew did it! Delivered a solid Final Fantasy game. Different, yet familiar. It is all in there and i wish the series keep innovating with new production teams experimenting new takes on the fable of the crystal. The setting and OST are only the tip of the iceberg. A must play!
  28. Lady_D
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Love the battle system and the story! I’ve been a final fantasy fan since the 90s and love how they changed it up.
  29. djtsubasa88
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    An incredible experience, a true Final Fantasy. Fun gameplay and fascinating story. Yoshida a true master for Final Fantasy!
  30. Fugie
    Jun 24, 2023
    8
    A valiant shift with it's gameplay and it's narrative story. But also captures the fascinating and magic that brings this series to life . With its stunning graphic and beautiful soundtracks it earns it's entry in already beloved franchise .
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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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