Final Fantasy XVI
8.3
IGDB User Score
9.2
IGDB Critic Score

A single-player action RPG set in a high-fantasy world where warring nations and powerful summoned Eikons shape political intrigue and personal vengeance. Players control Clive, a former shield bearer whose life is upended by tragedy. Engage in fast-paced, tactical real-time combat that blends heavy weapons, Eikon-driven abilities, and cinematic set pieces. Deeply narrative-driven, the game emphasizes character development, expansive locales to explore, and dramatic boss encounters while offering layered combat customization through combos, parries, and skill upgrades.

IGDB Combined Score

Great
8.7
Metadata

Releases

PS5

PlayStation 5

June 22, 2023

PC

PC (Microsoft Windows)

September 17, 2024

Series X|S

Xbox Series X|S

June 08, 2025

Companies

Square Enix Creative Business Unit I

Flame Hearts

Square Enix

Square Enix Creative Business Unit III

PlatinumGames

Square Enix Creative Studio 3

Alternative Titles

Stylized: FINAL FANTASY XVI

Final Fantasy 16

Acronym: FFXVI

Windows Executable: ffxvi.exe

Age Ratings

ESRB - MPEGI - 18

Gameplay & Screenshots

Time to beat

30 HRS
Hastily
50 HRS
Normally
86 HRS
Completely

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