Final Fantasy XVI is finally back in our lives, but with a summer 2023 release window, we've still go a long way to go until we're hacking, slashing, and, er, summon-smashing on PS5. And as if to make the wait even harder, Square Enix has released a batch of new, in-game screenshots, which show some particularly stunning environments.
Gaze at them and feel the hype flow:
This game's going to be a bit of a looker, isn't it? We still remember the days when Final Fantasy would be pushing the boundaries of console visuals — but the series hasn't hit those kinds of heights in years. Final Fantasy XVI, though...it's shaping up to be a PS5 showpiece.
What do you think of Final Fantasy XVI so far? Draw your blade in the comments section below.
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My jaw hasn't drooped tbh.
@Bismarck But has it dropped?
Damn I can’t wait for this!
i like how with FF games the worlds are really detailed but the characters aren’t but instead stylized in like an anime sort of style (look at the chick) that’s dope . that’s why i love graphics
Looks incredible. I wanted to see more of the world after that trailer.
These screens don't disappoint.
I can't remember the last time I was this hyped for a game.
@Shepherd_Tallon The last time I was this hyped for a Final Fantasy game was FF12... which feels like a lifetime ago.
It looks pretty good but since there's still a ton of time until it releases, I will not be hyped about it right now...there are too many great games releasing before this one
Final Fantasy 7 remake still looks better.
@Bismarck So you aren’t on ecstasy then?
@ShogunRok One of the last great complete Final Fantasy releases i feel your pain.
I hope to God that this doesn't turn out like FF15, that game was a MESS. I was even highly anticipated for it too.
Screenshots mean jack. Gameplay means everything. That’s day one stuff man 🤦🏻♂️
not an FF fan but these shots do look really rich and amazing.. might be my first FF game
Can some one help me out with the "summer 2023" date? I thought it 3as coming in 2022, which is why some other Squenix game wasn't coming out in 2022, Star Ocean or FF7R PT2 maybe.
Not that I was surprised to see 2023 - Squenix is always late - was kind of surprised to see "summer" a year in advance, seems specific - but does anyone know how this fits in with other as of yet unofficially dated Squenix games?
Come to think of it Star Ocean probably isn't even Squenix, must have been another game. Man I'm exhausted, going to bed.
Looks cool but this will live or die based on the combat for me.
Is a single shot of this actually "in-game footage" or all just cutscenes??
@rjejr Maybe due to Forspoken coming out this year? Unless they have something else. Supposedly they're done with FF16 but are doing maintenance and cleaning up issues.
@rjejr They originally said they would have more information in 2022, not necessarily a release date, but at least we have some rough release window now. They said recently to expect FF7R news in June, so maybe we’ll get another State of Play, Showcase, or just a Square Enix event later in the month with that and Star Ocean info. I’m betting the FF7R news is just announcing the game is coming to Xbox, but fingers crossed we get some info on Part 2.
Beautiful screenshots! I just hope they haven't gotten rid of the party system.
@ShogunRok to be fair if someone was born when FF12 came out they would be 17 when this game comes out (16 if you go by EU date) which is prime time for getting super engrossed in an RPG. (
Funnily enough this was me at 17 super hyped for FF12 the first game in the franchise to release when I was a fan.
Apologies for hitting you with the time realisation it makes me sad too
@rachetmarvel
Character models yes. Environmental graphics no.
@Glassneedles
Yeah... time really flies. I was 16 when FFVIII was released and it feels like yesterday. Now I am 40 and getting old and creaky. My knees kind of hurt when I climb stairs and my back gets strained sometimes when I accidentally drive into a ditch. My ankle got twisted just a couple of days back. During my teenage I felt invincible and could heal through any injury but not anymore. 10 more years and I will probably be a grandpa. Where did my childhood go!?
This looks pretty epic, it was great to see the summons looking to be back in full force after being largely sidelined in XV, I can't wait for this
I want a good city. When was the last decent FF city? Rabanastre right at the beginning of FFXII? Too many FF games recently have happened in pretty depopulated areas instead of feeling like real living spaces
Worth the wait but it’s still excruciating 🥺😭🥺
@ThomasHL Have you played VII-R?
@ShogunRok Yassss, agreed! I was saying to a friend while we watched the show that I haven't been this hyped for Final Fantasy since 12.
That was 2006!
And 9 was the last single player FF in a high fantasy setting. When did that come out? 2000?
In the last few years it feels like this series is being managed properly again.
Woah, I'm not the biggest FF fan, but I love the franchise. I've had a blast on PS4 playing some of the main-line titles (yes, I also liked XV when it came out while it's not a masterpiece it's a nice game and has a good story). But I am hyped!
I'm gonna need to buy a PS5 by the time this game is out, haha
@dancingstar93 I don't count that, because the design template is an older FF game back when their games had proper cities. I'm also only counting the singleplayer titles. FFXIV does this fine.
GOTY 2023, calling it now
@Voltan will be yes. I am so hyped now... so long to wait still. Forespoken and Final Fantasy at the same time wouldn´t be good thats a fact.
One thing Square rarely misses if ever with FF games is the visuals. Some incredible stuff here! This plus SF6 makes next year a banner year for myself. So much good stuff coming in the pipeline!
Looks like we get the kind of polished art work the series is known for, plenty of lush shots here to show what we can expect.
Long time series fan, hoping this is a great one. Unlike many others, I enjoyed 15 despite its flaws, but im hoping this one is a no compromise game xD
Final fantasy 7 remake looks amazing.so does this game.cant wait.word up son
Fingers crossed it’s at least as good as xii, I hope it’s as good as 9…. One can only dream. The lack of party is already a MASSIVE blow for me, but I’m trying to give them the benefit of the doubt… it’s hard though😂 will just have to give them a chance and hope they make this a masterpiece!
From the trailer they showed yesterday it looks like the Summons have human forms. You also get to control them somehow, main character seems to be a bad ass.
The graphics were besutiful; however, I am worried the combat will be as bland, easy and nutton mashy as XV was.
I wished the would give yhe option to have turn based party combat too.
FF16 the floating numbers fighting game..
@Shstrick Thanks for mentioning Star Ocean. I know Tri-Ace has made most, if not all, of the games, I forget about Sqeunix doing the publishing.
@WadeIsInsane Oh yeah, Forspoken, we were talking about that 1 at dinner after watching the SoP, my kid is really looking forward to it. Don't think I knew it was Squenix. Maybe I confused it w/ Star Ocean, my brain is such a sieve these days. 😝
So w/ FFXVI "summer 2023" maybe Forspoken fall/holiday and Star Ocean in the winter-spring March-April? Guess that could work.
@WadeIsInsane I guess this is what you meant by "done", so you heard right. 👍 (PS managed to publish the new article between now and 15 minutes ago, hence the 2 replies)
https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2022/06/final-fantasy-16-is-fully-playable-from-start-to-finish
Absolutely amazing.
@Bismarck TBH my jaw not droped either (otherwise I'll need medical atention); however, my hearth really accelerated with this trailer (100 percent true).
I really want to be excited for this game, but the trailers such may look a bit cool, but they don’t feel that compelling. Not nearly as much as FFXV felt when announced.
Looks pretty good! Nothing Jaw dropping! I honestly expecting more from a PS5 exclusive! Especially compared to what we got FF15 and FF7R on PS4!
I've never really been a fan of Final Fantasy. I've only ever beat one FF game, and it was FF: Mystic Quest. Haters be damned, I don't care if they consider it baby's first FF game, I Ioved it. It actually was my first JRPG. To this day it still has one of the best video game soundtracks to date.
That said, this FF actually looks intriguing. Enemies like Trolls and a Beholder, or at least inspired by them, and it seems like a FF game borrowing from western RPG's.
The combat, at least in the trailer with no visible hud, actually gave me a Platinum Games action game vibe. I'm down with that.
I'm not a fan of the hybrid combat systems in JRPG's lately. Either give me straight turn based like the classic JRPG's, or give me full on action game controls.
For the first time, I'm actually interested in 2 games from Square Enix that aren't Tomb Raider or Deus Ex. Forspoken, and possibly FF16. I glad Square sold of most of their western studios and IP's too! I hope they get the support they truly deserve)
Had a bit of a love/hate relationship with final fantasy since xiii. I've always looked forward to a new one, mostly because of the heritage at this point.
Kinda worried that the supposed full transition to action slasher is going to lose me altogether, but we'll see I guess.
Always found it puzzling why the once King of turn based rpgs is so keen to lose its roots, especially when other franchises such as persona and dragon quest are proving the turn based haters wrong.
Will this be a full game or in parts release over 8 years? 🤣
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