Get ready, PC gamers! Final Fantasy XVI is finally arriving on PC this September, and director Hiroshi Takai has hinted at exciting possibilities for future installments. Let's dive into the details of the PC port and Takai's promising comments.
Final Fantasy XVI: A New Era of Multi-Platform Releases?
Final Fantasy XVI Launches on PC September 17th
Square Enix has officially announced the PC release of the acclaimed Final Fantasy XVI, slated for September 17th. This announcement carries significant weight, as Takai's statements suggest a potential shift towards simultaneous multi-platform releases for future titles in the franchise.The PC version will be available for purchase at $49.99, with a Complete Edition priced at $69.99, including the "Echoes of the Fallen" and "The Rising Tide" story expansions. A playable demo is currently available, allowing players to experience the prologue and a challenging "Eikonic Challenge" combat mode. Progress from the demo carries over to the full game.
In an interview with Rock Paper Shotgun, Takai highlighted the PC version's enhancements, stating, "we’ve increased the frame rate cap to 240fps, and you can choose from various upscaling technologies such as NVIDIA DLSS3, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS."
The PC debut of FFXVI is imminent. If you haven't already, be sure to read our review of the console version to understand why we consider it a significant step forward for the series.
