A "Modern Masterpiece": Final Fantasy 16 Review
Final Fantasy 16 is a fully realized masterwork of its genre, an effortlessly stylish and vibrant world coupled with determined innovation.
Final Fantasy 16
The sixteenth entry in the legendary Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy XVI is a stand-alone action RPG that drastically changes the Final Fantasy formula, with a far greater emphasis on hack-and-slash combat. Set in the fictional world of Valisthea, the six ruling nations find themselves embroiled in a bitter battle for control and resources as a mysterious affliction begins wiping out the world. At the center of it all lies Clive Rosfield, who after witnessing the deaths of his loved ones and the destruction of his kingdom sets off on a decade-spanning quest for revenge.
Final Fantasy 16
- Franchise
- Final Fantasy
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5
- Released
- June 22, 2023
- Developer(s)
- Square Enix Creative Business Unit 3
- Publisher(s)
- Square Enix
- Genre(s)
- Action, Adventure, Hack and Slash, RPG
- ESRB
- M
- How Long To Beat
- 70-80 hours
- Prequel
- Final Fantasy 15
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