Good news for PC gamers! The highly anticipated Playstation 5 exclusive, Final Fantasy XVI, will be getting a PC port. The announcement was made by producer Naoki Yoshida during the “Voices From Valisthea” panel at PAX West. Alongside the PC port, two paid DLC expansions are also in development.
Although no specific release date has been provided for the PC port or the DLC, Yoshida stated in a video message during the panel that he hopes to share more information before the end of the year. Fans can look forward to exploring Valisthea, the regional setting for Final Fantasy XVI, in at least one of the upcoming expansions.
In addition to the PC port announcement, Yoshida also revealed that a free update is now available for download. This update includes new cosmetic items such as character costumes and weapon skins, as well as some minor bug fixes. For further details, interested players can refer to the full release patch notes provided by Yoshida.
With the confirmation of a PC port, speculation arises about the possibility of Final Fantasy XVI being released on the Xbox Series X|S platform. While the game is currently marketed as a PS5 exclusive, an ad for the console suggests that this exclusivity may only last for six months. In the past, older Final Fantasy titles like Final Fantasy XV have been released on Xbox consoles. Furthermore, the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is expected to join Xbox platforms in Spring 2024. Square Enix and Microsoft’s Phil Spencer have expressed their desire to bring more Square Enix games to the Xbox platform, although no official confirmation has been made regarding Final Fantasy XVI.
Overall, the announcement of a PC port for Final Fantasy XVI is exciting news for PC gamers who have been eagerly awaiting the chance to experience the latest installment in the beloved franchise. With the promise of DLC expansions and the potential for an Xbox release in the future, it seems that there is much to look forward to for fans of the series. As more information is expected to be revealed before the end of the year, it is advised for fans to stay tuned for further updates.