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Final Fantasy XVI PC Update 1.01 Introduces Performance Improvements, Bluetooth Connectivity for DualSense Controllers and More

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Just over a year ago, PlayStation owners saw the release of Final Fantasy XVI, a game that was originally meant to be released on PC alongside PlayStation 5. However, that didn't happen, and the game was only just released for PC last month. Although the game has received great ratings from the player base, the game still didn't perform how Square Enix was hoping, with multiple new titles being released this year, and profits did not meet their expectations. However, in an interview, Yoshi-P said that Xbox players should not give up hope of Final Fantasy XVI. After the release […]

Final Fantasy XVI New Mod Enhanced Pre-Rendered Cutscenes

A new Final Fantasy XVI mod released a couple of days back further improves the quality of the recently released PC port. The new mod, developed by tenshinken and available for download from Nexus Mods, replaces the vanilla pre-rendered cutscenes with new ones running at 60 FPS. Following the release of the FFXVIFix mod, it has become possible to increase the framerate of in-engine cutscenes, so the pre-rendered ones still running at 30 FPS possibly felt even worse than before, so the release of this mod is extremely welcome, making the PC port even more the definitive version of the […]

Final Fantasy XVI PC Update 1.01 Introduces Performance Improvements, Bluetooth Connectivity for DualSense Controllers and More

The first Final Fantasy XVI update for the recently released PC version is now live, bringing performance improvements and more. Update 1.01 aims to improve game stability, add controller options, and address several other issues. As part of the game stability improvement, the update resolves an issue that caused frame rate drops under unspecified conditions. The update also enabled Bluetooth connectivity for DualSense and DualShock controllers, fixes character graphics not displaying properly on certain screens, some UI issues, incorrect text display, errors in the ending credits, and unexpected crashing issues under certain conditions. Final Fantasy XVI finally launched this month […]

Final Fantasy XVI Xbox Rumors Intensify Ahead of TGS 2024

With the Tokyo Game Show 2024 scheduled for next week, the rumors of a Final Fantasy XVI Xbox announcement have already intensified. Game Producer Naoki Yoshida had already reiterated the company's commitment to Microsoft's platform following the release of Final Fantasy XIV. Now, two different insiders have claimed that Final Fantasy XVI, as well as the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters, will be announced soon for Xbox. The first one to do so was the leaker previously known as Midori and now revealed to be 'Ryan from Bronx'. A few hours later, Windows Central's Jez Corden said in the latest episode […]

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Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth have heavily underperformed compared to previous entries in the series, further highlighting the flaws of Square Enix console-exclusive's strategy. In its latest financial report, the publisher reports that profits in its HD Games sub-segment for the current fiscal year did not meet expectations despite the release of Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Net sales in the MMO and Games for Smart Devices / PC were also lower than in the previous fiscal year. Talking specifically about Q4 of the current fiscal year, the report highlights how the two major […]

No “offensive or inappropriate” Final Fantasy XVI mods, producer pleads

Request continues a long tradition of modding concerns from Japanese game studios.

Final Fantasy XVI Producer Asks PC Users to Not Go Too Far with Mods

Final Fantasy XVI launches later today on PC, around fifteen months after its debut on PlayStation 5. With every successful PC release, there's a solid chance users will create all sorts of mods, which is generally a great thing. However, a small portion of those mods may be distasteful, particularly to the game's creators. Speaking to PC Gamer, Final Fantasy XVI Producer Naoki Yoshida asked users to avoid making or installing mods that are offensive or inappropriate. If we said 'It'd be great if someone made xyz,' it might come across as a request, so I'll avoid mentioning any specifics […]

Final Fantasy XVI PC Demo New Update Addresses Stuttering Issues; Fixes Will Be Applied to Full Version as Well

The Final Fantasy XVI PC demo received a new update introducing fixes for some important issues that will also be applied to the full version of the game. The demo 1.02 update addresses the massive stuttering issues that made the demo almost unplayable on certain system configurations. While the experience still isn't entirely stutter-free, as there are still minor stutters here and there in the most demanding scenarios, the new version of the demo is a massive step up over the previous one. Besides the stuttering issues fix, the new Final Fantasy XVI demo update addresses a variety of other […]

Final Fantasy XVI GDeflate Implementation Shows How GPU Decompression Still Has a Long Way to Go

The soon-to-be-released PC version of Final Fantasy XVI uses GDeflate, a GPU decompression standard, but it seems the technology still has a long way to go to bring significant improvements, judging from a recent comparison video based on the demo version. The comparison video shared by Compusemble puts the game running at 4K, 1440p, and 1080p resolutions with CPU and GPU decompression side by side, highlighting how there's no tangible performance benefit with GPU decompression. Loading times are also identically with CPU and GPU decompression, further highlighting how the technology still has a long way to go to bring significant […]

Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy, Final Fantasy XVI, Pixel Remasters Are on the Docket for Xbox – Rumor

The Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy XVI, and the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters are on the docket for Xbox consoles, according to rumors circulating online. Speaking on the latest episode of the Xbox Two podcast, Windows Central's Jez Corden commented on the Square Enix series and the possibility of the latest entries getting released on Xbox consoles, saying that he has heard that the whole slate is on the docket. As for when they are going to be released, Corden could not say, although he thinks that something related to the series will be revealed during Microsoft's event […]

Final Fantasy XVI Comes To PC September 17

Final Fantasy XVI has been wanted by those on different platforms for a long time, with the game finally coming to PC as of September 17. Initially, when the game was being developed, it was established as being on PC before they decided to make it a PlayStation 5 exclusive, which was released in June 2023. Since then, the game has received two paid DLC episodes, with multiple fixes coming out to make the game more accessible, especially with camera controls. While the announcement dropped today with a brand-new trailer for Final Fantasy XVI, it is also on good authority […]

Final Fantasy XVI on Xbox Is “Going to Happen”, Known Leaker Says

Final Fantasy XVI has yet to be released on platforms other than the PlayStation 5, but according to rumors circulating online, Square Enix has more in the works than the announced PC port. Speaking on the ResetERA forums, well-known leaker NateDrake talked about the latest main entry in the series coming to Xbox consoles, saying that it is going to happen without adding much more. While next week's Gamescom would be perfect for an announcement, the fact that the PC port has yet to receive an official release date suggests that Square Enix may wait a little longer to make […]

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