eventide11 Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 4 hours ago, Commissar SFLUFAN said: Final Fantasy 16 Is Going To Be The Funniest Game Of The Year WWW.THEGAMER.COM Final Fantasy 16's demo is unintentionally hilarious in how it mimics Game of Thrones and makes Clive swear all the time. FFs stories stopped being good after FF7 IMO. Then FF10 drove the nail in the coffin. 16 SEEMS to be fixing that but I don't know.. Could be a polished turd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 3 minutes ago, Bacon said: I only thought the "You cock" was awkward, but the bingbongs actually do go around calling people cocks. "You cock!" was completely unnecessary and I did chuckle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 I recommend playing Strangers of Paradise if you end up unhappy with 16. If you do like 16, I would also recommend playing Strangers of Paradise. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 13 minutes ago, Bacon said: I recommend playing Strangers of Paradise if you end up unhappy with 16. If you do like 16, I would also recommend playing Strangers of Paradise. I had to read that two times before I comphrended it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury33 Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 Every curse uttered by every human in existence is technically unnecessary. Bringing up its usage in a game meant for adults is hypocritical clown shoes behavior. 1 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 1 minute ago, best3444 said: I had to read that two times before I comphrended it. Well, you'll only have to read this once. EVERYONE, PLAY STRANGERS OF PARADISE: FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN! If you don't love it, then there is just something simply wrong with you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinIon Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 5 minutes ago, Mercury33 said: Every curse uttered by every human in existence is technically unnecessary. This is why I don't curse. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 24 minutes ago, best3444 said: "You cock!" was completely unnecessary and I did chuckle. I’d fuck her. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 The game releases tomorrow at midnight. How horny do you think Bacon is on a scale from 1-10. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 1 minute ago, TwinIon said: This is why I don't curse. It takes mental effort for me to not casually curse. I use "fuckin'" as a filler word. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedarkstark Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 1 hour ago, Bacon said: Well, you'll only have to read this once. EVERYONE, PLAY STRANGERS OF PARADISE: FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN! If you don't love it, then there is just something simply wrong with you. It was on sale for (iirc) $25 on GMG like the week after it released on Steam. I told everyone to jump on it but fell on deaf ears 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 21 minutes ago, thedarkstark said: It was on sale for (iirc) $25 on GMG like the week after it came out. I told everyone to jump on it but fell on deaf ears I honestly avoided it because of Nomura. It wasn't until I recently-ish saw the recreation of the FF1 party looking over Cornelia that I knew I had to get the game. Even tho I had only ever played FF1 via the pixel remaster, the recreation pulled on my nostalgia strings hard and I was sold. It was probably only a month or so later that stepee made the giveaway thread and I already knew what I wanted. Edit: IIRC, there was no glamour system at launch, so you were stuck with clown gear. I'm glad to have played the game after that system was implemented. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 27 minutes ago, Biggie said: I’d fuck her. Ehh, she is not real ya know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 4 minutes ago, best3444 said: Ehh, she is not real ya know? not according to Bacon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 20, 2023 Share Posted June 20, 2023 12 minutes ago, Biggie said: not according to Bacon Lol. Even for CGI she doesn't do it for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventide11 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 2 hours ago, Bacon said: Well, you'll only have to read this once. EVERYONE, PLAY STRANGERS OF PARADISE: FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN! If you don't love it, then there is just something simply wrong with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Biggie Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 downloading…….. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Xbob42 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 7 hours ago, eventide11 said: FFs stories stopped being good after FF7 IMO. Then FF10 drove the nail in the coffin. 16 SEEMS to be fixing that but I don't know.. Could be a polished turd FF14's story is stellar (starts off slow. Not bad but very poorly paced) once it gets going. A far better story than most other games period by the time you're done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedarkstark Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 So I finally beat the Eikonic Battle part of the demo, I was already a 9.9/10 hype but hot damn it feels so good. Only thing I'm not loving is the cooldown on on Eikon abilities, it interrupts the flow a bit and it's tough to keep track of when each ability is off cooldown, but maybe it's something I'll get used to with more time playing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventide11 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 6 hours ago, Xbob42 said: FF14's story is stellar (starts off slow. Not bad but very poorly paced) once it gets going. A far better story than most other games period by the time you're done. I'm referring to the mainline single player focused FFs. But 14 was amazing from what little I played. I just didn't have the setup to run that game to where I'd be able to enjoy it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xbob42 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 35 minutes ago, eventide11 said: I'm referring to the mainline single player focused FFs. But 14 was amazing from what little I played. That's a distinction without a difference as far as I'm concerned. The game's damn near 100% soloable at this point and is more "mainline" than any recent FF I can think of! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 12 minutes ago, Xbob42 said: That's a distinction without a difference as far as I'm concerned. The game's damn near 100% soloable at this point and is more "mainline" than any recent FF I can think of! Are you getting the final version? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xbob42 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 5 minutes ago, best3444 said: Are you getting the final version? After they said they'd do a day one patch for performance, I decided I'd go for it. Hopefully they can get the FPS under control. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissar SFLUFAN Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 Game Information Game Title: Final Fantasy XVI Platforms: PlayStation 5 (Jun 22, 2023) Developer: Square Enix Review Aggregator: OpenCritic - 89 average - 93% recommended Critic Reviews Spoiler Attack of the Fanboy - Diego Perez - 5 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is an outstanding achievement. Every part of it, from its characters to its combat, was put there with a purpose. Not only does it deliver satisfyingly slick action RPG combat in between masterfully directed cutscenes, but also a story with real heart. Most importantly, it's incredibly clear that a team of creative individuals was behind every decision. There's a human element that permeates every aspect of Final Fantasy XVI, and it'll end up becoming a lot of people's favorite Final Fantasy because of that. But Why Tho? - Kyle Foley - 10 / 10 Quote In a world full of games trying to stand out, Final Fantasy XVI has no problem rising above the rest. Wonderfully fun combat and beautiful presentation help make the excellent story even more impactful in an adventure well worth the price of admission. CGMagazine - Chris De Hoog - 10 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI melds the best of the series’ themes with a modern, malleable take on combat—creating a heartrending, generation-defining tale of revenge, fate, and freedom. COGconnected - James Paley - 100 / 100 Quote In many ways, XVI hardly resembles the usual FF experience. There’s no massive party of adventurers, no MP-based magic system, and no open world map traversal, among other things. And yet, I got the quintessential Final Fantasy experience. There’s a sweeping, epic story. The stakes are incredibly high. Clive is beset by tragedy and hardship. He experiences character growth, moments of joy, companionship, and love. The battles go from mundane to impossibly epic. Clive is given all the power, special moves, and responsibilities of a capital ‘P’ Protagonist. The game is gorgeous, the music is incredible, and the story got its hooks deep into my flesh. Despite my initial misgivings, I’ve come to love this game completely. Long-time fans, series newcomers, RPG enthusiasts, hear me now: Final Fantasy XVI is the platonic ideal of FF games. They don’t get better than this. DASHGAMER.com - Dan Rizzo - 10 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI proposes a new foundation for finding a masterclass of perfection in action role-playing, and cements a prime legacy founded on past iterations, capitalising on a formula that's seen inarguable successes throughout its years in this medium, and has promulgated an establishment of extravagance that will indeed be hard to surpass. Daily Star - Tom Hutchison - 5 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI isn’t perfect. Its smaller battles can get a bit monotonous. The world arguably isn’t open enough for today’s standards. And the game takes far too long to reveal itself. But when you do hit those mega battles after hours of plugging away, the win tastes that much sweeter. And the combat, visuals and audio all work so well together in delivering a frantic action role-player that’ll give you tons of fun. Dexerto - Patrick Dane - 5 / 5 Quote With a cast of characters that are easy to invest in, a story that pays off the promise of its impossible scale, and one of the best action combat systems ever committed to disk, Final Fantasy XVI is a game that you owe it to yourself to indulge in. Digital Chumps - Will Silberman - 10 / 10 Quote In short, Final Fantasy XVI is a breath of fresh air for the Final Fantasy franchise despite its first steps into its grittiest, darkest, and most mature space yet. Its combat showcases action-forward combat held together by a backbone of RPG-similar ability management. Its highs truly showcase phenomenal displays of power in many forms, while its lows effectively strike emotional chords in the hearts of players. This might not be a Final Fantasy fans expect, but boy, it's what Final Fantasy games SHOULD be going forward. FFXVI doesn't have a strongest asset, per se, because its entire presentation is a gripping and fun compilation of the best parts of gaming without the filler and frivolity. PS5 owners, I implore you, don't miss out on what is currently my favorite game of the PS5 generation thus far. Digitally Downloaded - Matt Sainsbury - 5 / 5 Quote It’s far too early to determine where Final Fantasy XVI sits in the ranks of Square Enix’s venerable series. However, this is an engrossing, entertaining and, most importantly, fiercely intelligent game. The developers have taken the AAA-blockbuster budget they had to work with, and used it to craft an experience with a strong, provocative and timely message, and then backed it up with some of the most entertaining action combat we’ve ever seen. Not a second of the game’s runtime is wasted, there’s not a single dud character, moment, or scene, and the plot is a riveting epic “page-turner.” If only more blockbuster games were like this, game development would be a far more mature art form. Game Rant - Anthony Taormina - 5 / 5 Quote The game is by no means perfect – its pacing is inconsistent and side quests can be hit or miss – but the combination of the combat and the story at large are strong enough to reduce any complaints to minor quibbles. Recently, Square Enix has come out to say that Final Fantasy can take on many different forms depending on the team behind it, and the folks at Creative Business Unit III have found a way to make this latest game their own. There is so much joy and care put into making sure that this experience feels epic and rewards its fan base, even though it’s doing a lot of new things. Final Fantasy 16 is proof that the unexpected can be just as enjoyable as the tried and true. GamingBolt - Ravi Sinha - 10 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy 16 isn't just a stellar video game with gorgeous graphics and incredible combat. It's also an emotionally engaging experience and the absolute peak of everything the series stands for. GamingTrend - David Flynn - 100 / 100 Quote Final Fantasy XVI features excellent action combat and an intricate story, both with incredible depth. It combines gameplay, story, sound, and music together into one form all inextricably linked. It sets a new standard for action RPGs, and is quite possibly the pinnacle of the series. God is a Geek - Chris White - 10 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy 16 sets a new benchmark in action-RPGs, featuring a rich and fascinating story, and a layered and enjoyable combat system. Hardcore Gamer - Adam Beck - 5 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI will change what we think of the franchise moving forward. MMORPG.com - Joseph Bradford - 10 / 10 Quote What it all amounts to is one of the most detailed and beautifully made games in the series. Final Fantasy XVI is a masterpiece. From its stellar writing, music, world-building and incredible cast, this has easily taken the mantle as my favorite Final Fantasy in the series to date. PSX Brasil - Thiago de Alencar Moura - Portuguese - 100 / 100 Quote Inspired by the past but modern at every turn, Final Fantasy XVI is the overhaul the series needed with unparalleled quality. Driven by a fantastic story and charismatic characters, built on accessible, exciting gameplay and impressive graphics on the PS5, it consolidates itself as one of the best games in the franchise history. Screen Rant - Cody Gravelle - 5 / 5 Quote With an incredible score, an enthralling story, and an eccentric and electric gameplay approach, Final Fantasy 16 is, quite simply, a modern masterpiece. Too Much Gaming - Carlos Hernandez - 10 / 10 Quote I was worried about the series shedding more of its JRPG roots when this title was first introduced, as recent entries have been straying away from more traditional forms for years. But my fears faded in the first five chapters of FFXIV; the essence of what makes Final Fantasy so great shines brightly here, and as such, this is one of my favorite high fantasy adventures this generation. Twinfinite - Hayes Madsen - 5 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a bold and ambitious new vision for the franchise, that succeeds on almost every level. eXputer - Moiz Banoori - 5 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy 16 redefines the series with a new twist on the gameplay system and a dark narrative that will keep you engaged throughout. RPG Fan - Zach Wilkerson - 97% Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a stone-cold masterpiece, and the new high-water mark for the series. Areajugones - Juan Linares - Spanish - 9.6 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a gift to the fans, it's a gift to the world of video games. Friends, enjoy it, enjoy it very much. Atomix - Alberto Desfassiaux - Spanish - 95 / 100 Quote Despite not being perfect, the way Final Fantasy XVI presents a new combat sistema and an epic story, elevates it to being one of the best Final Fantasy games and also, one of the greatest games of the year. GRYOnline.pl - Sebastian Kasparek - Polish - 9.5 / 10 Quote I still can’t escape Final Fantasy XVI’s world. I still think about all the events and the ending, and can’t play any other game for now. Those are the kinds of feelings that emerge after watching the greatest of movies, reading the best of books and playing the perfect games. Just wow. IGN Italy - Alessandra Borgonovo - Italian - 9.5 / 10 Quote An amazing proof of narrative maturity, as well as cohesion between worldbuilding and gameplay. Infinite Start - Mark Fajardo - 9.5 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a well-crafted experience and a strong Game of the Year contender. Not only does it have a gripping narrative that restored my faith in Square Enix’s ability to tell a gripping story, but it also features several improvements that fans and newcomers alike will enjoy. This isn’t just improved visuals that scream Final Fantasy and a combat system balanced with players of various skill levels in mind. Hardcore players have a robust system to explore that expands on higher difficulties, with less skilled individuals having various paths to experience all that Final Fantasy XVI has to offer. Multiplayer First - James Lara - 9.5 / 10 Quote Regardless if FFXVI is your first Final Fantasy game or you’re returning to the series, Square Enix’s latest game in the franchise lives up to the hype. Forget about JRPG’s or how action-RPGs nowadays need an open world, side quests that last for ages, co-op or whatever gimmick. FFXVI just throws all that out of the table and proves a tightly woven narrative-driven game –when built right — can make up for all those. The minor issues the game has doesn’t detract from the incredible experience Clive & Co. bring to the table. Players will be treated to a compelling tale, stunning visual spectacles, and a fluid and fun combat system. What’s even more impressive is, Square Enix manages to make the franchise “grow up” alongside the players who grew up playing the series. FFXVI deals with more mature themes and manages to make it matter without being overly preachy about it. Those looking for the series’ return to glory, rejoice! Final Fantasy XVI is that game, and this is one fantasy you’ll want to make sure you’re a part of. PPE.pl - Wojciech Gruszczyk - Polish - 9.5 / 10 Quote Players will experience a superbly told and presented story, which is decorated with visually beautiful and exquisitely dynamic duels. From time to time, the writers serve us unnecessary breaks that knock out the rhythm, but when the story falls on the right track, it's hard to tear yourself away from the screen. PlayStation Universe - Timothy Nunes - 9.5 / 10 Quote Very little gets in the way of the success that Final Fantasy XVI creates. The strength of combat on top of a compelling, deep narrative steal the show. Despite little need for world exploration and the occasional lower resolution texture, Final Fantasy XVI stats true to the namesake while forging its own path forward. Rectify Gaming - 9.5 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a triumph that firmly moves Final Fantasy forward for a new generation. TechRaptor - Andrew Stretch - 9.5 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is everything I could have hoped for and more. Combat is fast paced and rewarding as you master combos and abilities. Eikon fights, while not as interesting to play, are gorgeous to witness. All of this is wrapped up into a deep story and fully fleshed out world that you'll want to be protecting. Gamersky - 心灵奇兵 - Chinese - 9.3 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI creates an unforgettable experience and continues the legacy of Final Fantasy. Geek Culture - Wong Si Jia - 9.3 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a lot of things. It’s ambitious, gritty, and beautiful, but more importantly, it dares to dream. A sobering tale disguised as a dazzling visual spectacle, the almost-masterpiece presents a nuanced, clever take on all-too-familiar elements, and turns them into fresh experiences that devastate as much as they delight, before delivering the biggest reward – a well-executed emotional payoff. Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 9.3 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is by no means a perfect game, but it is an exceptionally good one. The engaging plot, beautiful visuals, and enjoyable gameplay all combine to create something that feels special. It can occasionally be a little long for its own good, and the combat system is slow to get going, but once it hits all the right marks, it knocks them out of the park. I left Final Fantasy XV disappointed by how unfinished it felt, but Final Fantasy XVI is a true rarity these days: a fully finished game that is satisfying from start to finish. XGN.nl - Chris Boers - Dutch - 9.3 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a complete package with a refreshingly mature storyline, full of surprises that keeps raising the stakes. The switch to real-time fights is daring step, but works most of the time, as long as the graphical effects don't blur what's going on. The game can be greatily adapted to facilitate those that mostly play for the story, but also those that are looking for a real challenge. The most epic fights, those between the Eikons, are visually impressive, but a bit too hands-off. Hobby Consolas - Álvaro Alonso - Spanish - 92 / 100 Quote Like the Phoenix, Final Fantasy XVI rises from the ashes to regain its throne among the best RPGs. It is a game that exudes a confidence and firmness when it comes to carrying out everything that is proposed that we had not seen in the saga for years, proving that Final Fantasy does not need to wait its turn to shine like a star. Impulsegamer - Gareth Newnham - 4.6 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is one of this year’s best games that flawlessly marries the design and narrative sensibilities of Japanese and Western RPGs in a manner that is simply spell-binding. Checkpoint Gaming - Charlie Kelly - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a weirdo black-sheep entry for the series. It won't be for all nor what all fans necessarily want for the franchise, but I also love it for that boldness. It's a gripping and harrowing page-turner of an epic high-fantasy story with plenty of heart the series is known for. Complex too are the characters, even if not all see their justice by the end. Valisthea is an eerily gorgeous setting, providing some of the most memorable vistas you'll have seen in a Final Fantasy game yet. Accessibility might not be at the forefront of the combat in-game but on offer is some of the most stylistic, and satisfying gameplay we've ever seen in an Action RPG. Even if you take further umbrage with its small flaws, there's no denying that Final Fantasy XVI is a special and memorable event. Through thick and thin, that franchise magic is captured once again. Frankly, you can't ask for anything better than that. Destructoid - Eric Van Allen - 9 / 10 Quote A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won't cause massive damage. DualShockers - Matthew O’Dwyer - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy 16 is an excellent entry in the series, with a gripping story, thrilling combat, nuanced characters, and an ever-charming protagonist in Clive. DualShockers was provided with a copy of the game for review purposes. Easy Allies - Michael Damiani - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI boldly dares to defy series norms and forge a new path forward, resulting in the most satisfying single-player Final Fantasy in nearly two decades. GAMES.CH - Benjamin Braun - German - 90% Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a great RPG in nearly any aspect, concerning atmosphere, graphics including spectacular effects, twistful story or the fantastic soundtrack and voiceover. But the real star of this epic adventure is the combat system with its fast, fluid and diverse action, inspired by Hack-and-Slash dye games. Any fight is fun peaking in overwhelming bosses and mind-blowing Esper battles. GGRecon - Harry Boulton - 4.5 / 5 Quote Despite the weight of expectations from a series full of gaming hallmarks, Final Fantasy 16 stands tall as an outstanding experience that you won't want to miss out on. GameSpew - Richard Seagrave - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a brave new direction for the long-running RPG series, and one that pays off. We haven’t been this engaged by a Final Fantasy title in quite some time, and we absolutely love the new action-focused combat system. Sometimes elements of the new and old Final Fantasy clash, and the story has some elements that left us scratching our heads, but overall this will be remembered as one of the greats. With stunning visuals, a rousing soundtrack, a fun combat system and an engaging politically-driven story, Final Fantasy XVI is quite simply a triumph. GameSpot - Michael Higham - 9 / 10 Quote FFXVI is a bold shift in both gameplay and narrative, yet captures the Final Fantasy magic in stunning fashion, earning a place within the pantheon of incredible entries in the beloved franchise. Gamer Escape - Josh McGrath - 9 / 10 Quote Stellar and surprisingly customizable combat, a masterfully written and engaging storyline, and a beautiful audio visual presentation. It's nearly a complete package, but with a few annoyances that keep it from being a perfect game. That said, even with those frustrations in mind, Final Fantasy XVI is an absolute return to form for the mainline franchise, and easily a reason to get yourself a PlayStation 5 if you've yet to. GamesRadar+ - Iain Harris - 4.5 / 5 Quote It's the kind of gamble that Final Fantasy has happily made in the past so that the series may reinvent itself to execute the type of story its creatives want to tell. Time will tell if Final Fantasy 16 pays off, but history certainly supports it. IGN - Mitchell Saltzman - 9 / 10 Quote Featuring fast, reflex driven, action heavy combat, Final Fantasy 16 is certainly a departure from what fans may expect out of a Final Fantasy game, but its excellent story, characters, and world building are right up there with the best the series has to offer, and the innovative Active Time Lore feature should set a new standard for how lengthy, story-heavy games keep players invested in its world. IGN Spain - Adrián Suárez - Spanish - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is one of those games that you can not stop playing until you finish it. INVEN - Kwangseok Park - Korean - 9 / 10 Quote An epic that closes its magnificent ending in a single piece. You can still feel and sense the taste of its creators, Naoki Yoshida and Creative Business Unit 3. Even in both strengths and its flaws. Kakuchopurei - Jonathan Leo - 90 / 100 Quote Final Fantasy 16 is a stellar and noteworthy entry in the series that's just as impactful as Final Fantasy 6 and Final Fantasy 7's debut back in their respective heydays. And that is not a statement I make lightly. LevelUp - Pedro Pérez Cesari - Spanish - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is magical. Final Fantasy XVI is raw, Final Fantasy XVI is hopeful. Final Fantasy XVI is everything I expected and much more. Creative Unit Business III created a game capable of lighting a flame in your heart and stay there forever. Noisy Pixel - Bailey Seemangal - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is an action JRPG polished to an iridescent sheen. Its well-designed combat system and enemies, outstanding character writing and worldbuilding, and consistently stellar side content make it a standout entry in this legendary franchise. Even when accounting for the weak villains and a lukewarm conclusion, this was a journey that truly gripped me from beginning to end. This is a must-play game of the year and a Final Fantasy adventure you won't forget. Post Arcade (National Post) - Chad Sapieha - 9 / 10 Quote Square Enix's latest Final Fantasy borrows liberally from Western fantasy, including Game of Thrones and The Lord of the Rings. Read more. PowerUp! - Adam Mathew - 9 / 10 Quote I could barely put my controller down during my 57 hours with Final Fantasy XVI. It represents a huge milestone for this franchise, thanks to its bold shift to more adult story-telling (and language), addictive real-time combat, and gargantuan VFX spectacles that are best in class. Marry all that with what the series is already known for — epic orchestral OSTs and phenomenal world-building — and Final Fantasy XVI is nothing short of a must-own. Press Start - Harry Kalogirou - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is an epic in every sense of the word. Consistently sharp writing, a captivating cast of characters, exhilarating combat, and a timeless soundtrack coalesce into an experience that showcases what the PlayStation 5 is capable of at the highest level. It constantly finds ways to top its own scale in remarkable fashion, but never loses sight of the intimate journey its built around. Prima Games - Jesse Vitelli - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI’s grander narrative takes wild turns, evokes plenty of heartfelt emotions, and has given me a new cast of characters to fall in love with all over again. It’s a bold direction that Creative Business Unit 3 has taken the franchise, but one well worth the journey. Push Square - Robert Ramsey - 9 / 10 Quote At its best, Final Fantasy 16 is a jaw-dropping epic of rarely seen proportions. It's pretty much the pinnacle of cinematic spectacle in modern games, and its often gripping, emotional story is only matched by its fantastic combat system. While its overall quality does dip outside of the main plot, this is still a must-play action RPG, and the best single-player Final Fantasy in over a decade. Sirus Gaming - Noel Lontoc - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI may offer daring adjustments, but it is in this spirit of creativity that the genre flourishes. The game is not perfect, yet Naoki Yoshida, the game's director, held faithful to his promise to deliver a compelling experience and bring Final Fantasy back to the must-have games again. TheSixthAxis - Nic Bunce - 9 / 10 Quote If you're a fan of strong narrative experiences, Final Fantasy lore, breath-taking graphics and a particularly sassy Moogle, and you don't mind a sprinkling of The Witcher, The Handmaids Tale and the many accents of Old Blighty, then Final Fantasy XVI is the game for you. Heck, it might just be the best Final Fantasy yet! WayTooManyGames - Leonardo Faria - 9 / 10 Quote Purists might feel this game is way too different from anything that had come before it, be it for its vastly darker tone or emphasis on hack and slash action. Others might not enjoy how long it takes for the game to stop being Final Fantasy XIII levels of linear before finally opening up for exploration. My position on it is simple: I loved it. I loved its gameplay loop, and I fell in utter love with its setting and story. Wccftech - Kai Powell - 9 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI heralds in a new standard for Japanese role-playing games and while the RPG components themselves are limited by Square-Enix standards, it's the narrative and gameplay that exceed all expectations. Everyeye.it - Antonello Bello - Italian - 8.8 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is an excellent continuation point for the Square Enix saga, which, after several missteps, seems to have found the right balance between the tradition of the franchise and a new unabashedly more mature ethic. Washington Post - Gene Park - 88 / 100 Quote Final Fantasy XVI remains an eloquent, sturdy work that achieves almost everything its creators hoped. It is not the most innovative Final Fantasy ever made. It’s just one of the best. Capsule Computers - Travis Bruno - 8.5 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is an incredible action game that offers an epic tale with gorgeous visuals and an amazing soundtrack but lacking content will be noticeable to fans of the series. Game Informer - Wesley LeBlanc - 8.5 / 10 Quote When I look back at my time with Clive, his friends, his enemies, and Valisthea, it’s those highs that I vividly remember. FFXVI is very different from its predecessors, but in many ways, very familiar; And it’s still a Final Fantasy, through and through, reminding me why I love this series so much. UnGeek - Renzo Guevara - 8.5 / 10 Quote This is one of the most polished AAA releases we have in recent memory. I encountered no major bugs, major performance issues, or even visual pop-ins. Final Fantasy 16 feels like a game that was made the way the creators intended it to be with the utmost care. There are no compromises made here for artificial extensions or hidden profit-making agendas. Final Fantasy 16 is a complete experience from start to finish and it is one that I’d say is worth taking. GamePro - Eleen Reinke, Markus Schwerdtel - German - 84 / 100 Quote Final Fantasy 16 does a great job modernizing its gameplay with its combat system, but the story has weaknesses. Tom's Hardware Italia - Mario Petillo - Italian - 8.3 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI, going by the sums, represents one of the most interesting and fascinating experiments on the part of the saga, which manages to raise the bar on the maturity of the narrative plot and to propose a gameplay structure capable of going to remodel the proposal of the last chapters. Gameblog - French - 8 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy 16 is more an evolution than a revolution. It's an ode to the license, a reinterpretation of the myth as rarely seen, and a spectacular game. It's an accomplished modern vision, an assertive turn to action with a near perfect gameplay but which has almost nothing left of an RPG. A remarkable game full of sincerity. GamesHub - Edmond Tran - 4 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy 16 largely shines as an epic-length action game, though the places where it attempts to find a comfortable compromise between action game and RPG feel largely unambitious, and certainly fade into the background against aspects that are approached with gusto. But it’s difficult not to get swept up by the earnest saga that Final Fantasy 16 eagerly lays out for you, and the egregious heights of spectacle it displays. Guardian - Malindy Hetfeld - 4 / 5 Quote A more mature and realistic tone, stunning performances, a rounded likeable hero and a fully realised world make up for moments when this epic 40-hour game becomes a chore RPG Site - Cullen Black - 8 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a confident game with amazing combat, an earnest narrative, and unbridled spectacle. Faults in pacing, RPG depth, quest design, and all those other nagging criticisms be damned - this game is special. Saudi Gamer - عصام الشهوان - Arabic - 8 / 10 Quote Great worldbuilding and a peerless battle system, albeit one that rarely gets challenged, set in a static world with competent storytelling but of a cliched story. Still great fun but it could've been oh so much more. Shacknews - Lucas White - 8 / 10 Quote The latest marquee RPG from Square Enix goes for broke at every opportunity and then some. Siliconera - Jenni Lada - 8 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is technically impressive and an amazing action game, though the Game of Throne elements do hinder it a bit. However when the team does get to be original, the story can be absolutely engrossing. Spaziogames - Domenico Musicò - Italian - 8 / 10 Quote Spectacular, with an epic story and astonishing graphics: and yet, Final Fantasy XVI forgets what is really important for the series. It's impossibile to create a build and there's nothing important left for you to manage through the menus. Proper RPG options are gone, dungeons are just banal corridors, players are forced to play the entire game in easy mode and you can beat the game with literally no effort. There's a decent base for the future, but it's not enough to see a real rebirth for the saga. The Games Machine - Danilo Dellafrana - Italian - 8 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy XVI is a hard-to-judge beast, a divisive experiment that would have been more comfortable as a spin-off, rather than in the uncomfortable shoes of the last official chapter of a much-loved series. A passionate plot and a successful combat system keep the attention high for the approximately 30 hours necessary to finish the game, but unfortunately they are forced to divide the scene with rosewater "role-playing" mechanics and a sadly arid and artificial world, net of a commendable artistic direction. On the JRPG front we are facing a very controversial result, but overall a more than decent game. VG247 - Alex Donaldson - 4 / 5 Quote But it’s not that simple. It never is. In FF16, Clive, Cid, and the others ultimately derive their power from the same mysterious origins as the crystals themselves. To complete their objective, they need the very thing they seek to destroy. And so too does FF16 need that history, those traditions, leveraging some even as it drives a dagger through others. That is the duality of the game. A dichotomy at the heart of its structure, its triumphs, and its failures alike. It’s a fascinating piece of work, a wholly imperfect but nevertheless enthralling experience. VGC - Jordan Middler - 4 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy has never played better, and 16’s cast is destined to be fan favourites. We just wish that when they are outside of the Hollywood blockbuster-tier adventures of the main quest, they were given some more interesting adventures to pursue. VideoGamer - Tom Bardwell - 7 / 10 Quote Final Fantasy 16 is a rich, visually arresting spectacle with engrossing set pieces let down by a bloated story and stifled combat. WellPlayed - Nathan Hennessy - 7 / 10 Quote While Final Fantasy XVI didn’t meet this fan’s expectations for a new series entry, newcomers to epic fantasy and action games will be swept away by the eye-melting combat and enormous-yet-approachable scale. Digital Trends - Giovanni Colantonio - 3 / 5 Quote Final Fantasy XVI delivers on the “action” side of its action-RPG formula. A fierce and fast-paced combat system makes for the series’ most exciting stab at real-time swordplay yet, while its blockbuster Eikon fights rank among some of gaming’s most awe-inspiring battles. But there’s a general flatness surrounding those exhilarating highs, as shallow RPG hooks and dated design leave a promising evolution for the series stuck in the past. Eurogamer - Edwin Evans-Thirlwell - 3 / 5 Quote A smart combat system straining under the weight of a characterful but ponderous pseudo-medieval soap opera, with some of the grandest bosses and dullest sidequests in FF history. Metro GameCentral - GameCentral - 6 / 10 Quote An excellent battle system shackled to a dispiritingly dull and long-winded fantasy adventure, that takes an inordinate amount of time to say nothing of value. ACG - Jeremy Penter - Buy Quote A game in a series known for massive changes, easily changes the most, focusing on a tighter story, very specific combat type and arts like DMC, and delivers a beautiful, if truncated world. Well worth getting" Eurogamer.pt - Bruno Galvão - Portuguese - Unscored Quote The experience so far has been extremely positive. With the exception of the performance in some areas and the sacrifice in the sharpness of the image to play in 60fps mode, Final Fantasy 16 has proven to be a spectacular interpretation of the essence of the series and an electrifying game for anyone, especially those who do not know this property. I'll spend the next few days in Valisthea and come back with the full analysis. Kotaku - Corey Plante - Unscored Quote A bold shift to action and a stirring fantasy tale make this the best Final Fantasy in ages One More Game - Chris Garcia - Buy Quote The combat isn’t turn-based, and you don’t control a huge party of characters… Yet, Final Fantasy XVI is still very much a Final Fantasy game through and through. Some fans, both long-time and more recent, will have a hard time accepting the fact, but there’s no denying the work that Yoshi-P and the team have done here. Final Fantasy XVI is a damn masterpiece of epic proportions. This is the future of Final Fantasy’s artistry – an ever-changing canvas that can be what the team wants it to be and at least, for Final Fantasy XVI, this exercise has proved to be a triumph. Polygon - Gita Jackson - Unscored Quote Final Fantasy 16 is incredible when it doesn’t try to say anything meaningful 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Amazatron Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 I went from barely caring about this to calling in sick on Friday to binge real quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispy4000 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 2023 is one for the ages, damn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 8 minutes ago, crispy4000 said: 2023 is one for the ages, damn. I know. This is incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 90 from Easy Allies and IGN. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 6 minutes ago, best3444 said: 90 from Easy Allies It wasn't the same guy who reviewed it but they also gave FFXV the same score. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eventide11 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 2 hours ago, Xbob42 said: That's a distinction without a difference as far as I'm concerned. The game's damn near 100% soloable at this point and is more "mainline" than any recent FF I can think of! It's a different animal for me since it's an MMO and requires (or required) a monthly sub. Plus it was made by a different team and director if I'm not mistaken. Now if they would conitune the series in that direction I'd put my money where my mouth is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 5 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said: It wasn't the same guy who reviewed it but they also gave FFXV the same score. Interesting. Well from the demo and other scores I'm extremely confident this will be a 9/10 game. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xbob42 Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 5 minutes ago, eventide11 said: It's a different animal for me since it's an MMO and requires (or required) a monthly sub. Plus it was made by a different team and director if I'm not mistaken. Now if they would conitune the series in that direction I'd put my money where my mouth is The director/producer of FFXIV did such a good fucking job that he's the one making this game, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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