Final Fantasy XVI

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

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  1. 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
  2. Dantecorp
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Bought the game immediately after playing demo, awesome gameplay and story.
  3. turnbasedsucks
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    FF 16 is being review bombed just like Resident Evil 4 Remake was review bombed few months ago. To go even further back, Final Fantasy 7 Remake was also heavily review bombed by those same people who whined that "it's not FF anymore, because it's not muh turn based combat whine whine whine". These people are not real gamers, they should be banned from everywhere. Hopefully MetacriticFF 16 is being review bombed just like Resident Evil 4 Remake was review bombed few months ago. To go even further back, Final Fantasy 7 Remake was also heavily review bombed by those same people who whined that "it's not FF anymore, because it's not muh turn based combat whine whine whine". These people are not real gamers, they should be banned from everywhere. Hopefully Metacritic removes those fake negative reviews.… Expand
  4. Zer0TheHer0
    Jul 25, 2023
    0
    The game wouldn't bad if it weren't for that awful off-center camera. Character needs to be in the center of the screen.
  5. Ardwood
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    best game I have played in ages. I had so many “wow” moments when important things happened. Cried. Literally cheered and had other outbursts from narrowly beating enemies I felt personally invested in beating. The only games to get me hooked in recent years have been Ys 8/9 and Elden Ring. This one goes in the hall of fame. It does have a slow start though and I almost gave up in thebest game I have played in ages. I had so many “wow” moments when important things happened. Cried. Literally cheered and had other outbursts from narrowly beating enemies I felt personally invested in beating. The only games to get me hooked in recent years have been Ys 8/9 and Elden Ring. This one goes in the hall of fame. It does have a slow start though and I almost gave up in the earlier parts. So glad I stuck with it because it becomes amazing after 10 hours or so.… Expand
  6. Barnz0
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Never had any issues playing this game. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones haha all jokes aside, the eions are fun, gripping story. Characters are cool skill tree excellent semi openworld wish it was more open but it felt like it had good flow. Battles are cool. Nice combo system. Overall 9.8 but it leaned to a 10 so that's what I gave it
  7. AresYon
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Graphics 10/10
    Performance 10/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Soundtrack 10/10
    FUN - YES
    GOTY - YES

    *Demo Available YES
  8. SulyKaz
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    What a game, one of the best games in the Final Fantasy series, easily, this game captured my heart, I can't let go of the controller, what a combat, what a story, what characters, what a music, best game I've played in a long time, it took me back to the best days of video games for me, I love I would like to thank all the work team for this masterpiece, headed by Yoshida, you are my hero
  9. Opticalenvy
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Coming from a final fantasy vet and a person who didn’t like final fantasy 15 as much as I wanted to like it final fantasy is a breath of fresh air. I believe they are going in the right direction with the series. Although I do hope they come out with some turn base spin offs like final fantasy worlds.
  10. NahianProsh
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Final fantasy franchise is always known for trying new things out and this time 16 comes with new surprises and a thrilling adventure. For fans of the series, this might be a decisive entry but i felt like the touch of the final fantasy is still here and feels even stronger. Just ask yourself what does Final fantasy even mean to you?
  11. Daybrakgo
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic game and exactly what I’d expect from a Final Fantasy (my take anyways). The combat was really fun, launching enemies up with Torgol, giving the enemies a boot and precision dodges. The Eikon battles blew me out of the water and were quite beautiful that i’d even take some screenshots. The world building is amazing, side-quest are really involved and provide great additional lore to the game. I laughed and cried during this rollercoaster of a game. I gave this game a ten, as I had so much fun and have never been so emotional invested in a way this game made me :)… Expand
  12. Gregvk49
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Final Fantasy XVI is a fantastic entry, even if is different to previous entries.

    The story is good, the characters are of course fantastic and Clive is a great protagonist, even up with Cloud IMO.

    The combat is second to none and the boss battles are crazy and are on such an epic scale that my jaw is constantly hitting the floor, and I have played GOW Ragnarok!
  13. Reaperofoz
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Awsome game. Love the fantasy aspects and the epic battles. Its a bot on the easy side but that didn't bother me too much.
  14. luke_om
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Caixista se recusa a aceitar que Playstation é melhor, imagine dar 0 pra FF e 10 pra Redfall?
  15. jonjohn048
    Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Final Fantasy 16 is without a doubt one of the best games I've ever played and for sure a game that I would happily replay if it wasn't for the frustrating problems that I have with the game. As someone who only really found out about the series with Final Fantasy 15 but only got into by 7 Remake, I was genuinely excited to play this game and see what it had to offer and honestly for theFinal Fantasy 16 is without a doubt one of the best games I've ever played and for sure a game that I would happily replay if it wasn't for the frustrating problems that I have with the game. As someone who only really found out about the series with Final Fantasy 15 but only got into by 7 Remake, I was genuinely excited to play this game and see what it had to offer and honestly for the most part, it not only met my expectations, it EXCEEDED them. This game is what happens when you hire writers from Game of Thrones, combat designers of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, and someone who could create Attack on Titan and God of War set-pieces all combined to create an experience that I will never forget anytime soon. The first thing I can confidently say is that the game looks so beautiful, I couldn't believe my eyes on what I was looking at so much so that I actually didn't mind that the photo mode was pretty basic, you'll be looking in awe on just how beautiful this game is that you'll constantly want to stop for a quick second and take in the magnificent work of art the developers created. The combat is PHENOMENAL with how easy it is to get into and the spectacle you showcase on-screen is a genuine marvel to look at and it never fails to become engaging and never feels repetitive with how the combat expands further on throughout the game. I'm always a fan of Final Fantasy soundtracks and this game might just be better than even 7 Remake and 15 with how they drive the emotion and stakes so much further than they have any right too causing me to get excited for a fight or what happens next. The story and characters are absolutely extraordinary and kept me hooked onto my seat with how many stakes there were, the emotions it brings, and genuinely how relateable it is since this game never failed to make me want the best for the characters seeing what was going on in the world, the characters are nothing short of beautiful and complex and the performances given by the actors only elevate them to some of the best characters I've seen in a video game, the Active Time Lore is easily one of the most revolutionary features I've seen in a video game since it helps you keep track of the story progress and especially helpful if you don't have a lot of time to play games to give you a recap on the story so far if you haven't played in a long time. People say the side quests are awful since they're so simplistic fetch quests but that just makes me feel like they never tried them since this is only the case for 30% of the side quests, everything else is surprisingly good side quests to flesh out the side characters more. Now you may be thinking, "Didn't you hate Dead Space 3's side quests when they did the same thing?" True, but those side quests focused on a MAIN character and you can't skip them otherwise you'll have no idea why the second main character even exists whereas FF16's focuses on the side characters and the game already tells you why they're here so you only want to do their side quests because you want to learn more from these side characters. Finally, probably the game's biggest highlight: the Eikon battles. These battles are a masterclass in spectacle and it feels so immersive and cinematic watching them in action and the fact they get better as you go on just increases the replayibility, people might hate the overly generous QTE's but tbh, QTE's are kind've a thing of the past and failing them is more annoying than anything since it always felt like a cheap trick to get you to pay attention so I genuinely didn't mind the generous QTE's. Now as much as I genuinely love this game, this game does have some problems to the point where I can't call it a masterpiece. For starters, some of the main story quests feel like shoved side quests to relieve you of the insane battles but come on SE, did they really have to be this boring to the point where it breaks the pacing? I wouldn't say the performance is as bad as people say it is since during gameplay and cutscenes, it's a locked frame-rate so you aren't distracted by it but other times, you can ABSOLUTELY see the bad frame pacing and here's hoping they fix it eventually. Finally, it wasn't that hard on my first playthrough nor on my second, I get that the director wanted to make the game more accessible to more people, but at least have an option where we want to feel challenged. With all that being said, I still enjoyed my time with Final Fantasy 16 that I actually didn't mind doing another playthrough for the platinum trophy and this is a story I have no doubt will remain with me for years to come and if you can get through the pacing and frame-rate problems, you'll no doubt love this game. As it stands, Final Fantasy 16 is my GOTY and can't wait to see the franchise move forward and also, PLEASE MAKE SOME DLC FOR SOME OF THE CHARACTERS SQUARE ENIX.… Expand
  16. MacelloVerum
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    It's been a while since a game really "changed" me. And I don't say that lightly. Final Fantasy as a franchise has been in my top 3 for a while now, with games like VII and XV leaving a huge impact on my life. Among the other two in my top 3 (TWEWY and KH), Final Fantasy was a bit of an outlier, since I'm not a super-fan that's played every title and loves most of them. I've only played aIt's been a while since a game really "changed" me. And I don't say that lightly. Final Fantasy as a franchise has been in my top 3 for a while now, with games like VII and XV leaving a huge impact on my life. Among the other two in my top 3 (TWEWY and KH), Final Fantasy was a bit of an outlier, since I'm not a super-fan that's played every title and loves most of them. I've only played a handful, and even then, besides the two games previously mentioned, I can't say that they've really "changed" me. XVI broke me. This game was everything I could've hoped for and more, and it leaves an unbearable emptiness in my heart now that it's all over. Of course, I will keep playing this game for a while. It's just that, my first experience, was so unlike anything I've ever felt playing a game before. It's unreal. This game has changed my life, and I'm really glad to have been able to play it. A 10/10 score doesn't do this masterpiece justice.… Expand
  17. wnedgar
    Jul 25, 2023
    0
    A última vez que fiquei tão no hype com um jogo na vida foi com GTA V, em 2013, e FFXVI não decepcionou nem um pouco. Eu terminei o FFVIIR no final de 2022 e me deu uma leve empolgada com Final Fantasy, até então uma franquia desconhecida pra mim. Resolvi pegar o XVI por conta dos trailers e, principalmente, depois de ler mais sobre a lore. Acabei comprado na pré-venda.

    O hype era tanto    A última vez que fiquei tão no hype com um jogo na vida foi com GTA V, em 2013, e FFXVI não decepcionou nem um pouco. Eu terminei o FFVIIR no final de 2022 e me deu uma leve empolgada com Final Fantasy, até então uma franquia desconhecida pra mim. Resolvi pegar o XVI por conta dos trailers e, principalmente, depois de ler mais sobre a lore. Acabei comprado na pré-venda.

    O hype era tanto que joguei o IV, V e VI (ainda preciso terminar) pelo Pixel Remaster e rapidamente me apaixonei pela franquia.

    O XVI é diferente de tudo, muito mais puxado para a ação, mas o que realmente me fez apaixonar pelo jogo é a forma que tudo aqui é extremamente linear. Eu sei que hoje em dia isso é um ponto negativo, mas pra mim é onde o jogo realmente triunfa. Eu não quero coletar coisas inúteis, não quero matar 9999 inimigos aleatórios para uma quest, não quero ter que explorar um mapa apenas por explorar. Esse jogo me lembra muito os jogos da era do PS2: somente jogue e se divirta da maneira que desenhamos o jogo - e tudo funciona muito bem! A lore do jogo é um ESPETÁCULO, o sistema de combate é muito bom (tanto para casuais quanto pros mais tryhard), os visuais são lindos e a música é simplesmente fantástica. Até agora é o GOTY para mim. Achava impossível que esse jogo fosse alcançar o hype que eu tava, mas ele superou em tudo. Pela primeira vez em anos eu fiz 100% (main e sidequest + hunts) de um jogo, isso diz muito. As únicas coisas negativas são o modo desempenho não cravar 60fps e as side-quests que, em alguns casos, são muito “pega isso e entrega ali” - mas mesmo assim, as histórias por trás das sidequests valem muito a pena (tanto que fiz todas e enriquecem muito a lore).

    Já estou vivendo numa depressão pós-FFXVI, que venham DLCs em Valisthea.    … Expand
  18. GamerRG12
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Best Game I have played after soo long the story is incredible and the gameplay feel so much better and fun.
  19. Daramaximuy
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Bien narrado, bien construido el Lore, los pensonajes secundarios están bien escritos, solo lamento la pérdida de objetos pero entiendo que es en pos de un combate más dinámico, lamentable escuchar fans y leer gente hablando de que no es abierto, pareciera que nunca jugaron a un FF.
    De los juegos con más espectacularidad que he jugado en mi vida, muy emocionante y épico.
    A todos los que    Bien narrado, bien construido el Lore, los pensonajes secundarios están bien escritos, solo lamento la pérdida de objetos pero entiendo que es en pos de un combate más dinámico, lamentable escuchar fans y leer gente hablando de que no es abierto, pareciera que nunca jugaron a un FF.
    De los juegos con más espectacularidad que he jugado en mi vida, muy emocionante y épico.
    A todos los que hablan sin haber pasado ni 20 hs de juego, sean un poco más serios, sobre todo si son prensa.    … Expand
  20. Titansoul
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Anyone who says the game gets a 0/10 just didn't play the game. incredible cutscenes, engaging story, good character designs and fabulous gameplay. the only thing that bothers me from time to time are fps drops, but they are still tolerable because they only occur when a lot is happening.
  21. 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.
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Tsgworks
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito bom, história linda. Todos que tiverem um ps5 recomendo muito jogar. Progressão excelente nas batalhas.
  25. Feliz_javidad
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing story and fun combat. The demo had me at the edge of my seat towards the end and I could not wait to pick up. Combat seemed limited in the demo but I’m glad there are more variations and combos you can perform in the real game. Targeting system could be better though.
  26. FoxyBunBun
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
  27. DevMeistro
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Great game if your looking for good story with highs and lows and epic set pieces spattered for good measure. Side quests are split 50/50 between generic fetch quests and the like and actual interesting mini stories of survival in a pretty brutal world. And tho it lacks some things that I would love that are in other final fantasy games I won't knock it for reaching in a new direction andGreat game if your looking for good story with highs and lows and epic set pieces spattered for good measure. Side quests are split 50/50 between generic fetch quests and the like and actual interesting mini stories of survival in a pretty brutal world. And tho it lacks some things that I would love that are in other final fantasy games I won't knock it for reaching in a new direction and achieving what is for me one if the best looking and well polished action rpgs around. Though slightly lacking in some rpg elements. The fighting, though easy enough is a lot of fun and the challenge really come from making the fights look great with ever evolving combos and moves and skill. The fighting never really got boring for me and that is testament to a well thought out structure. Add replayability to this formula and that is why I give the game a score of 10 because whereas it's not quite perfect, for me it's closer to 10 than it is 9.… Expand
  28. audmcfrank009
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    The best FF series ive ever played, really enjoyed the good time that i had these days, about to start game+, i do hope that yoshi could extend the story futher after the end of story.
  29. Yorsem
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    The world building and combat have been incredible! The story is gripping and the characters are compelling.

    The boss fights are awesome inspiring, they're so much fun and leave so much room for creativity and technicality.
  30. JustinKun2001
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I Love it. Combat is awesome and the bestpart is. You can pet your Dog. 10/10 masterpiece… Expand
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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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