Final Fantasy XVI
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A dark, mature Final Fantasy set in a medieval world where Eikons, giant summons, are used as weapons of war. Clive Rosfield seeks revenge in a story full of political intrigue. The combat is real-time action, tuned by a Devil May Cry veteran.
Kit's verdict · 7.9/10
Breathtaking Eikon battles and great combat buried under a lot of fetch quests.Kit · Sadkitty Games
Loved
- Spectacular Eikon fights
- Fast, stylish combat
- Strong lead performance
Not so much
- Bland side quests
- Thin RPG systems
Play it if players who want an epic action game with Game of Thrones politics.
Skip it if traditional Final Fantasy fans who want party-based RPG depth.
Cheats & codes
No cheat codes
Final Fantasy XVI doesn't have cheat codes. The tips and secrets below are the next best thing.
Tips
Play it better
- Timely accessories make combat easier with auto-dodge or auto-attacks; use them if you want story over challenge.
- Mix Eikonic abilities from different Eikons for cooldown-friendly combos.
- Command Torgal to attack or heal; he's free damage.
- Check Active Time Lore during cutscenes to understand the complex politics.
- Take on the Hunt Board for tougher bosses and good rewards.
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Trivia
- Naoki Yoshida, of Final Fantasy XIV fame, produced it.
- Combat director Ryota Suzuki previously worked on Devil May Cry 5.
- Ben Starr plays Clive Rosfield.
- The PC version arrived in September 2024.
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