Excitement is building among fans as Final Fantasy XVI gears up for its much-anticipated PC release on September 17th. This move marks a significant milestone for the franchise, hinting at a bright future across various platforms. Director Hiroshi Takai has not only confirmed the PC launch date but also teased that future titles might see simultaneous releases on both PC and consoles, which is thrilling news for gamers across different systems.
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XVI will be available on PC for $49.99, with a more comprehensive Complete Edition priced at $69.99. This edition will include the game's two engaging story expansions, Echoes of the Fallen and The Rising Tide. To build anticipation, a playable demo is now accessible, allowing players to dive into the game's captivating prologue and test their skills in the combat-focused "Eikonic Challenge" mode. The best part? Your progress in the demo can be seamlessly transferred to the full game upon its release.
In an insightful interview with Rock Paper Shotgun, Director Hiroshi Takai shared that the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI has been optimized for superior performance. "We've increased the frame rate cap to 240fps," Takai revealed, "and you can choose from various upscaling technologies such as NVIDIA DLSS3, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS." These enhancements promise a smoother and more visually stunning experience for PC players.
With Final Fantasy XVI's PC release just around the corner, now is the perfect time to revisit our review of the console version. We highlighted it as a "good step in the right direction for the series overall," and we can't wait to see how the PC version elevates the experience even further.
