Final Fantasy XVI

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

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  1. 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
  2. Justhowitis
    Jun 27, 2023
    10
    With the release of FFXVI, 2023 is officially one of the best years in video game history and that's only first half of the year, there's entire other half of amazingness yet to come. Would have never expected gaming to get good again. Huge Thank You! to entire team who worked on FFXVI, incredible work.

    Thank you for making gaming good again!
  3. Vetivs93
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Don't listen to any of these haters. Most of their reasoning is jaded and flawed, the normal plague of crybabies that comes with major releases that are incredible. This game is amazing. I've been a fan of The Final Fantasy series since 9 was released. I've played them all. 16 is one of the greatest the series has produced for so many reasons. YoshiP presents another masterpiece. It is NOTDon't listen to any of these haters. Most of their reasoning is jaded and flawed, the normal plague of crybabies that comes with major releases that are incredible. This game is amazing. I've been a fan of The Final Fantasy series since 9 was released. I've played them all. 16 is one of the greatest the series has produced for so many reasons. YoshiP presents another masterpiece. It is NOT linear btw, since so many people claim it is, it's a controlled open environment. If someone mentions it being linear, it proves they haven't gone through most of the game.… Expand
  4. Tunez
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    CBU3 were completely clear and transparent on the type of game this would be throughout its development, and this game delivers based on that transparency.

    Pros: -Phenomenal story. Extremely dark tones and feels very mature. This game will invoke a lot of emotion as you explore Valisthea and the hardships it’s people encounter. Clive is probably one of the best written characters in    CBU3 were completely clear and transparent on the type of game this would be throughout its development, and this game delivers based on that transparency.

    Pros:
    -Phenomenal story. Extremely dark tones and feels very mature. This game will invoke a lot of emotion as you explore Valisthea and the hardships it’s people encounter. Clive is probably one of the best written characters in all the series and his struggle with finding himself and his purpose in the world makes for an interesting ride.
    -The politics of Valisthea runs very deep and if you are into that sort of stuff, there is tons to learn and experience with the power struggle over the mother crystals
    -Active Time Lore. Simply the greatest thing ever created to help you keep track of all lore in the game from the current conflicts taking place to all the characters they introduce.
    -Combat feels amazing, albeit it does take some time for you to gain access to more abilities as the story progresses, but when it all comes together and you put the time into it, you can do some pretty incredible combos. Cons:
    -Side quests can be a bit dull, not all. Later in the game the side quests do branch off and are quite interesting and emotional. - Main story does jump all over the place since there’s a bunch of stuff happening in the world , but comes together.
    -rpg elements are streamlined and less focus on party control, but these and many more classic features that were put to the side were addressed by the dev team
    -lack of exploration in large areas. The game is very linear, but it was designed this way purposely, however I do wish they made some hidden dungeons or secret nooks to unveil new items and gear.    … Expand
  5. GamingisPassion
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing, it really is.

    Personally it's one of my favorite games from last 3 years and overall top 3 game of 2023. I'm the type who absolutely loves FF7 Remake and it's modern combat, so i'm only welcoming FF 16 combat. It's long, fun, sad, impressive, beautiful (graphics) and simply epic video game. Lots of monsters, bosses to fight with, lots of great characters and so on.    This game is amazing, it really is.

    Personally it's one of my favorite games from last 3 years and overall top 3 game of 2023. I'm the type who absolutely loves FF7 Remake and it's modern combat, so i'm only welcoming FF 16 combat. It's long, fun, sad, impressive, beautiful (graphics) and simply epic video game. Lots of monsters, bosses to fight with, lots of great characters and so on. As many have mentioned, side quests are meh at best, but that's my ONLY negative about this game.

    Perfromance will be improved 100%. At least they actually have two modes to choose from and i have zero issue playing the game 30fps, because it's just so good. But i'm also the type who finished Resident Evil 4 on PC (2007 release) without mouse patch, because game itself was simply so good, that i didn't even care how i played it. GOTY? yes ABSOLUTELY!    … Expand
  6. PeterTeng
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This is the game that make me buy my first PS.
    This is the game that make me play FF.
  7. rodrigoreisange
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Um dos jogos mais incríveis que já joguei. Uma experiência obrigatória para os fãs da franquia e também para novos jogadores. Gameplay muito viciante, história absurda e muito bem elaborada. Fico feliz por ter a oportunidade de acompanhar o desenvolvimento da franquia.
  8. RazielAU
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    I'll be honest, I walked into this game unenthusiastically and expecting the worst as this was not the Final Fantasy I knew, and more importantly, it wasn't FF7 Rebirth, which I was more excited for at the time of FF16's release. But being about half-way through the game, all I can say is: I was wrong. It is different, but it took me by storm and I'm enjoying this a lot more than I wasI'll be honest, I walked into this game unenthusiastically and expecting the worst as this was not the Final Fantasy I knew, and more importantly, it wasn't FF7 Rebirth, which I was more excited for at the time of FF16's release. But being about half-way through the game, all I can say is: I was wrong. It is different, but it took me by storm and I'm enjoying this a lot more than I was thinking I would. If I had to describe the game, FF16 is what you'd get if you asked the writer of Game of Thrones to come up with a story for a Final Fantasy game, and then asked the developers of the Witcher 3 to help make the game. But while it is very similar to the Witcher, the combat is far more polished and engaging. I also love how the title is more adult oriented, not shying away from sexual themes, violence and coarse language.

    Everything is extremely high detail, getting close to walls and surfaces reveal a ton of detail and it's mind boggling seeing how much of it is often on display in the same area. The lighting & shadows is some of the best I've seen in any game. And some of the forests in the game look basically photorealistic. Loading times is also very fast. I feel like this is the first truly next-gen title, offering similar visual quality to Demon's Souls, but done at a much larger scale with huge open environments and tons of detail in every direction. It's extremely impressive.

    The characters are really interesting and the story complex and nuanced, I'd be surprised if it doesn't grip you from the start. All of this is beautifully presented through cut-scenes that look like something straight from a Hollywood CG film. The acting, both visual and vocal is perfect, and of course, it's a Final Fantasy game, so the music is on point as well.

    The only real negative for me is the uninteresting side-quests. These are as boring as they get, but I do feel the main story makes up for that in spades, so I can't really fault the title for it. I know some people have complained about the game's performance, but this hasn't been a problem for me personally. During combat the game seems to lock to 60 fps in performance mode and that's really where I need the performance to be good. During the slower exploration bits, the game runs at a higher quality which drops the frame rate below 60, but I never felt like it negatively impacted the experience for me.

    Overall, I'm glad Square-Enix took their time with the game, it's clear that a ridiculous amount of polish went into it. If anything drastically reduces my enjoyment in the late game I'll update my review accordingly, but so far very happy with everything the game offers.    … Expand
  9. ARBO2k9
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    FF16 has been perfect so far. Characters are possibly the best I've ever seen in a FF game since FF10. It's dark, fun, and looks fantastic. Cannot be anymore happy with it.
  10. Objective_Truth
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! Objectively better video game than both Baldur's Gate 3 and Tears of the Kingdom. Anyone who says otherwise is just a fanboy. FF 16 is true art, very well written story and character, absolutely EPIC boss fights, amazing voice acting, relatable main character, very good music and overall interesting world, solid villains and side characters. Side quests are meh (some are goodAmazing game! Objectively better video game than both Baldur's Gate 3 and Tears of the Kingdom. Anyone who says otherwise is just a fanboy. FF 16 is true art, very well written story and character, absolutely EPIC boss fights, amazing voice acting, relatable main character, very good music and overall interesting world, solid villains and side characters. Side quests are meh (some are good tho), but no game is perfect. Overall it's easily GOTY, unless Starfield or Spider-Man 2 are doing something incredible. Resident Evil 4 Remake was also amazing, but i'm doubtful that it would win GOTY.… Expand
  11. Enohpiris
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games in 2023. A beautiful game with stellar combat, a mesmerizing story, and top-notch voice acting. Do yourself a favor and try out the demo before buying because I have no qualms about saying you WILL get sucked into this world and not stop until the credits roll.
  12. FF16Forever
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    FF16 is next level amazing, can't wait for the PC release.
  13. Yunom
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    For me personally a 10! I really don't get all the 0s. The playstyle is fun, if you consider it to easy, don't play on easy mode or maybe play it once and then choose the "Final Fantasy Mode". I also like the story and especially the main Character, he is really interesting. Revenge-plot is there, but not all the way through.
    And yes, the game ist linear most of the time, but not as bad as    For me personally a 10! I really don't get all the 0s. The playstyle is fun, if you consider it to easy, don't play on easy mode or maybe play it once and then choose the "Final Fantasy Mode". I also like the story and especially the main Character, he is really interesting. Revenge-plot is there, but not all the way through.
    And yes, the game ist linear most of the time, but not as bad as FF XIII. And I appreciate a linear game after all the open world games...Don't get me wrong, I like open world, but we are flooded with this. The graphics are beautiful, and I had no issues with frame drops...maybe I don't have an Eye for it, but nothing really stood out to me.
    The side-quests are dull most of the time, but I liked them nontheless, because some told me a thing or two about the world and most are done in a short amount of time so you don't have to spend minutes or hours on a dull side-quest. But if you don't like them, they are not necessary to play, just leave them be. And yes, you only play one Character, but I had my fun with it, I don't always need to play 3 or more Characters at the same time. And the music in correlation with the gameplay, it's just so much fun! :) I also like the cutscenes...there are many, but I love that! It's a personal preference, if you don't like it, than yeah, maybe you won't like this game, but I love it...should I say any more of what I love and like? No xD I think you get it :)    … Expand
  14. Hiiro
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    This games is Awesome.
  15. EvolBearMan
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. Everyone I know absolutely loves it. The review bombs are just from the jealous xbox players that are stuck only playing redfall. This game is an easy 10
  16. angelbless
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    In the midst of saving the world and building friendships, the main theme of Final Fantasy for me has always been knowing how to learn to deal with losses and defeats, and what greater exponent than this latest version of one of the most important series in video game history: Final Fantasy. To avoid spoilers, this is a magnificent game, whose soundtrack and graphics will blow your mindIn the midst of saving the world and building friendships, the main theme of Final Fantasy for me has always been knowing how to learn to deal with losses and defeats, and what greater exponent than this latest version of one of the most important series in video game history: Final Fantasy. To avoid spoilers, this is a magnificent game, whose soundtrack and graphics will blow your mind and whose mechanics shine a lot, especially in action mode. The story falls off a bit at the end, and there are issues with running at 60fps (the patch hadn't been released yet, though it was addressed) but after looking back at the journey taken, the attention to detail, and especially the boss battles, there is no doubt that there is much to appreciate about this game and Yoshi-P's team effort.… Expand
  17. imgodlevelhuman
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games of 2023 and also one of the best games ever made. This is objective fact, you can dislike that fact, but it remains a fact. Very likely GOTY, unless Spider-Man 2 does something incredible. Also, ignore fake negative reviews.
  18. Somefactsforu
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best video games in very long time. It's more similar to FF7Remake, than 90s FF games and that's how it needs to be. This is what modern FF is and if you don't like it, move on to somethin else.

    It's also hilarious to watch people already speculate what next FF should be and how it should change. Like what? How about you enjoy this one that came out few weeks ago and    This is one of the best video games in very long time. It's more similar to FF7Remake, than 90s FF games and that's how it needs to be. This is what modern FF is and if you don't like it, move on to somethin else.

    It's also hilarious to watch people already speculate what next FF should be and how it should change. Like what? How about you enjoy this one that came out few weeks ago and not worry about game that comes 2028 earliest. Spoiler alert, you will very likely hate FF 17 anyway, so yeah.

    FF 16 is GOTY.    … Expand
  19. Cakeyman
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Greatest Final Fantasy game I’ve played in the series, great new mechanics with fresh gameplay makes this game a top contender for goty
  20. AtHoRn65
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    Great music. Great voice acting. Combat feels good. The over the top fights feel over the top. Easy? Hard? Depends how you play. If you understand the system it's easy. If you've never played a game with this type of combat system it may be hard. Is it the best game I've ever played? No. The story keeps me going. I've felt emotions in the game. If you're looking for number crunching damageGreat music. Great voice acting. Combat feels good. The over the top fights feel over the top. Easy? Hard? Depends how you play. If you understand the system it's easy. If you've never played a game with this type of combat system it may be hard. Is it the best game I've ever played? No. The story keeps me going. I've felt emotions in the game. If you're looking for number crunching damage and emotion through gameplay. Okay, play elden ring. this isn't it. And I love elden ring. But I felt no emotion from the story. This is a story driven game. It requires empathy. Not sympathy.… Expand
  21. armarant
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    An amazing story and graphics that drive the series forward in a amazing way. The Side Quests are a step forward for RPG games by immersing you into the lore of the world.
  22. Heshton0987
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Excellent game, it takes the visuals to another level and the narrative is the greatest since the FFX
  23. Lucianowizzard
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    Jogo maravilhoso, só precisa correção no modo desempenho. Gráficos ótimos, história incrível, gameplay divertida.
  24. landwalker
    Jun 23, 2023
    8
    I’m only about midway through, but so far this is pretty solid game. Having never played 14, and trying twice and never being able to get through 15, I’m having a blast. It definitely isn’t a 10 out of 10 game, but also isn’t anywhere close to a zero like the review bombers would indicate.

    The combat is decent, but not great. You can button mash and get by, but when you learn the timing    I’m only about midway through, but so far this is pretty solid game. Having never played 14, and trying twice and never being able to get through 15, I’m having a blast. It definitely isn’t a 10 out of 10 game, but also isn’t anywhere close to a zero like the review bombers would indicate.

    The combat is decent, but not great. You can button mash and get by, but when you learn the timing of combos, the combat because more engaging. I’m personally fine with them moving the series away from turn based since we have other franchises that can fill that niche. It still feels like a final fantasy story, but it is a lot different. With that said, this is the first final fantasy I’m likely to finish since FFX. In my opinion, the more action oriented combat fits the over the top stories FF is know for. On the other hand, I’m a bit annoyed that they went more action, but incredibly powerful characters can’t climb a fence or some fallen stones. I don’t mind the liberality so much, but the obstacles keeping you on course really break immersion. It’s not a home run, but the losers giving it a zero need to get a life. Play it or don’t play it, I don’t really care, but I’m enjoying it. Is it the best game ever, no. Is it a solidly fun experience about half way through, absolutely.    … Expand
  25. Zortrax
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Final fantasy XVI is a very refreshing experience for the series.

    The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is very cool, much better than its predecessor and the history it's like a spin-off of the Game of Thrones.

    I will give a 9 just because the fights are so nice and do not happen all the time.
  26. GeraltRUS
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    One of the best Final Fantasy and videogames that I ever played! So enjoyble experience in so many ways. Gameplay, storytelling, OST, it's just WOW! Now I must contue the game and not write this buy))))
  27. WooPeR68
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    El juego es una oda a todo lo que FF nos ha mostrado en años, desde los mundos medievales con estilo Europeo, los escenarios sacadados de cuentos clásicos de caballeros y dragones hasta las historias reales de batallas epicas del señor de los anillos, el juego tiene la escencia de los FF clasicos en su historia y el vertigo de los juegos de acción de las nuevas generaciones en su Gameplay,El juego es una oda a todo lo que FF nos ha mostrado en años, desde los mundos medievales con estilo Europeo, los escenarios sacadados de cuentos clásicos de caballeros y dragones hasta las historias reales de batallas epicas del señor de los anillos, el juego tiene la escencia de los FF clasicos en su historia y el vertigo de los juegos de acción de las nuevas generaciones en su Gameplay, todo muy bien hecho en un juego que tuvo el error de no salir en xbox y que por eso esta siendo atacado por subnormales de la marca verde, en fin, mi recomendación es que hagan caso omiso a esa gentuza y disfruten del mejor FF jamás hecho hasta ahora, SQE se sacó del bolsillo un juego tan bello que es imposible no disfrutarlo, por este juego me compre un ps5 y valió cada maldito euro qué pague, FF volvió chatos, y de que manera, alegrando a los usuarios de Playstation y haciendo rabiar a los haters.… Expand
  28. JuandiMelilla
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    juagazo que ya les gustaría tener a los usuarios de Xbox, estas obras maestras son sólo posibles en PlayStation, donde disfrutar de los videojuegos es salud
  29. HugeyBear
    Jun 23, 2023
    8
    First impressions are positive. I’m having a lot of fun. The story is gripping and the combat is fun. Visually it’s great.

    Don’t like the lack of build diversity. It would have been nice to have multiple options here as you only play one character. Also during combat, the ability to switch focus to an enemy of your choosing is not there and this makes for close quarters fights vs lots    First impressions are positive. I’m having a lot of fun. The story is gripping and the combat is fun. Visually it’s great.

    Don’t like the lack of build diversity. It would have been nice to have multiple options here as you only play one character. Also during combat, the ability to switch focus to an enemy of your choosing is not there and this makes for close quarters fights vs lots of enemies to become a bit of a mess. The fights vs the bosses have been great so far except one I won’t name where again it suffers because multiple enemies are on screen and you can’t easily switch focus between the two and a dodge will automatically switch your focus.

    There isn’t very interesting gear options pretty much like most ff games, I think that is an area where square could improve. There isn’t much point in exploration either. I think for a story driven action game it is great but the rpg elements are lacking.    … Expand
  30. soliduswasright
    Jun 24, 2023
    9
    This is a fantastic action game with some of the best spectacle I've seen since GOW 3 and some of the best voice acting I've heard since the Witcher 3? The main character especially. The music is OST of the Year tier.
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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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