The PC version of Final Fantasy XVI will launch via Steam and Epic Games Store on September 17 for $49.99, Square Enix announced. A “Complete Edition” including the base game and the downloadable contents “Echoes of the Fallen” and “The Rising Tide” will also be available for $69.99. A demo featuring the opening section of the game is available now, and save data can be carried over to the full game.
Final Fantasy XVI first launched for PlayStation 5 on June 22, 2023.
Here is an overview of the PC version, via its store pages:
About
An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.
The First Fully-fledged Action RPGin the Mainline Final Fantasy Series
An epic dark fantasy world where the fate of the land is decided by the mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the dominant of the Phoenix. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.
- Titanic Clashes – When rival Dominants come head to head, epic battles between their Eikons ensue!
- Eikonic Action – Clive utilizes the powers of multiple Eikons in breakneck battle!
From Strength to Strength
A plethora of powerful swordplay techniques and Eikonic abilities lie within Clive’s remit—and it is up to you to decide which ones you wish to learn or upgrade. If you’re having trouble choosing, upgrades can be unlocked automatically.
Story-focused mode is recommended for those players who are less comfortable with action games and wish to focus more on the game’s story elements. In this mode, Clive will automatically evade some attacks, and epic Eikonic combos can be triggered with simple button presses. Action-focused mode, where Clive’s every action is controlled by the player, is available for those who are confident in their skill—or want to test it.
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