Final Fantasy fans, get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Eikons and Dominants as PlayStation presents a State of Play on Final Fantasy XVI, showcasing over 20 minutes of new gameplay footage. The presentation will air on Thursday, April 13, at 2pm PT / 5pm ET. The broadcast, according to PlayStation’s blog post, will cover details about the game’s dark fantasy setting, the flashy battle system teased in early trailers, and more. While the company has not confirmed if other announcements and games will be featured, fans are excited to see what is in store.
What to Expect from the Final Fantasy XVI Presentation?
According to PlayStation, the upcoming State of Play will give fans a chance to learn more about the magic and mythology highlighting the upcoming Final Fantasy XVI release. As revealed earlier, players can expect:
- The Dark Fantasy Setting built around the scintillating kingdom of Valisthea,
- The Battle System that’s shaping up to be an exhilarating evolution of the previous FF battles,
- Focus on the Eikons and Dominants, major elements in the game’s story.
It’s also highly anticipated that the event will show us the first complete look of the game’s combat system along with the character classes and abilities one can expect from the upcoming release. Many fans are also hoping to get a sneak peek into the story and the characters’ motivations, specifically the titular Dominants and their role in the storyline.
The Final Fantasy XVI Release
Final Fantasy XVI is one of the most anticipated game releases of the year. Developed by Square Enix, the game will launch on PlayStation 5 on June 22. This highly anticipated RPG title is a PS5 exclusive for six months, but gamers eager to play it on other platforms may need to remain patient. According to the game’s producer, Naoki Yoshida, the release of the PC version may not follow closely on the heels of the exclusivity period’s expiration.
“I will make it clear… the PC version will not come out in half a year,” Yoshida confirmed to a Japanese publication.
While Yoshida did not provide any further details on the timeline, it is safe for gamers to assume that waiting to play the PS5 exclusive will be well worth it. So far, the previews show that the Final Fantasy XVI release will feature a brand-new world with distinct characters, a world with multiple nations, and new ways to play that will appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
The Final Fantasy XVI Preorder Guide
Fanboys and fangirls alike are urged to check out the Final Fantasy XVI Preorder guide! The guide will provide players with all the information they need to preorder, ensuring they secure their copy ahead of the June release date. Fans can indulge in the luxuriance of the limited Final Fantasy XVI Collector’s Editions, which offer fans an assortment of memorabilia, including a beautifully rendered and highly detailed pint-sized figure of Clive Rosfield, along with the game’s official soundtrack, a digital artbook, and a bonus digital item code to add more excitement to the game.
Final Thoughts
Gamers can mark April 13 on their calendars to take a step closer to the anticipated release of Final Fantasy XVI. From what we have seen so far, one can expect an exhilarating world, action-packed gameplay, and a whole lot of excitement. It is sure to whet the appetite of Final Fantasy enthusiasts everywhere as they wait to immerse themselves into the gaming world’s magic.
