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It may be Saturday, but it’s possible your week’s work has just begun. Sure, Fortnite dropped its Week 3 quests for Absolute Doom days ago, but you got a little busy, and now you’ve got some catching up to do. If Robert Downey Jr. has taught us anythin...
EVERSPACE 2 developer ROCKFISH Games, being headquartered in Hamburg, couldn't very well pass up on the Cologne-based Gamescom, especially since they've got the Titans DLC coming up soon. Due to launch on September 16 across all platforms (PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X) for a price tag of $15, this is the first story DLC for the space combat game that was fully released in 2023. I caught up with ROCKFISH Games CEO and Co-Founder Michael Schade and Communications Manager Lee Guille to learn more about EVERSPACE 2: Titans and to discuss various aspects of the industry, from their […]
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 […]
Final Fantasy XVI release on PC could be imminent, judging from some recent findings. Following the release of the latest NVIDIA GeForce Game Ready driver, which introduced support for soon-to-be-released games such as Hunt: Showdown 1896, it was discovered that the new release also features a game driver profile for Square Enix's latest main entry in the series. With the inclusion of the game's profile, there's little doubt that the game's release shouldn't be too far off in the future. Final Fantasy XVI's imminent release on PC shouldn't come as a surprise for those who have been following the game, […]
It's been one year since Final Fantasy XVI launched on PlayStation 5. The most recent mainline installment in Square Enix's beloved franchise received positive reviews upon launch but didn't sell as much as the publisher wanted. That's one of the reasons that pushed Square Enix to switch to a full-on multiplatform strategy, as revealed last month with the new business plan. With regards to Final Fantasy XVI specifically, we already know that a PC version is being made, and it shouldn't be far off its launch. However, in a message posted on the official Twitter/X account to celebrate the first […]
Today, Square Enix reported financial results for the fiscal year that ended on March 31. The results weren't great, as the Japanese publisher narrowly missed the revenue target and majorly missed the operating income target, with the latter also down 26.6% compared to last year. However, Square Enix also announced today a brand new medium-term business plan that will last through March 31, 2027. The plan's title is Square Enix Reboots and Awakens – 3-years of Foundation-Laying for Long-term Growth. The key changes compared to the studio's previous plan are an aggressive multiplatform strategy and a focus on quality over […]
The next project from the Final Fantasy XVI developer, Square Enix's CBU 3, will likely be more lighthearted, as Yoshi-P seems to be done with dark fantasy for the time being. Speaking in a recent interview with MinnMax, Michael-Cristopher Koji Fox, Square Enix localizing supervisor and senior translator, commented on what could be next for CBU 3, saying that, by looking at Yoshi-P, he can tell he is done with dark fantasy and that whatever project he and his team will be working next will be light-hearted, and a complete paradigm shift from Final Fantasy XVI. During the interview, Michael-Cristopher […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and as you’d expect, it includes some new gear, including the best weapons in the game thus far. One of these is the Tonberry Knife, which isn’t the most powerful in the game in terms of raw damage, but is the most best in terms of inflicting “Will” or stagger damage. For those familiar with FF16’s combat system, staggering enemies frequently is arguably more important than just dealing raw damage, so you’re going to want to get your hands on the Tonberry Knife. Here’s how to do so… First […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, which introduces the new region Mysidia. At the center of this region is the town of Haven, but when you first arrive there, it’s kind of useless. There’s no shop, no blacksmith’s foundry. Thankfully, by completing certain sidequests, you can unlock the blacksmith and shop in Haven, and you’ll want to do that, as they offer some of the best gear and craftable weapons in the game. Here’s how to do so… How to unlock the Foundry To get Haven’s blacksmith back to work, you’ll need to complete the […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and one of the big advertised features was the addition of the water-themed Leviathan Ikon, but it turns out there’s actually a second new Eikon and set of moves included in The Rising Tide – Ultima. But how do you unlock this semi-secret new Eikon? Scroll on down to find out… Warning: This article may contain minor Final Fantasy XVI and The Rising Tide spoilers. The first thing you have to do to get the Ultima Eikon is complete the main The Rising Tide campaign by defeating Leviathan. After you […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and unlike the game’s first DLC, Echoes of the Fallen, this one adds the all-new region of Mysidia to explore. That’s great, but as you’re exploring you may notice something – you can’t ride your trusty Chocobo steed Ambrosia! Is it just not an option in this DLC? Don't worry, you can ride your Chocobo, but you have to complete some tasks before you’re able to do so. Here’s what you have to do… Warning: The following article may contain minor Final Fantasy XVI spoilers. In order to unlock […]
Final Fantasy XVI is no small game, but for those who want more, Square Enix has also rolled out a pair of story expansions for the RPG – last year’s Echoes of the Fallen, and the just-released The Rising Tide. But how does one play this new DLC? It isn’t a simple matter of just hopping into the new content from the main menu, there are some pre-requisites. Also, how leveled up should your party be before you take on this new challenge? Don’t worry, we have the answers for you… Warning: The following article may contain minor Final Fantasy […]
Final Fantasy XVI famously didn't meet the sales expectations of Square Enix, though that was partly blamed on slower than anticipated adoption of the PlayStation 5 (the only platform where the game is currently available). However, there is at least one area where the developers reportedly hit their original goals. Speaking to Push Square, Final Fantasy XVI DLC Director Takeo Kujiraoka said: In recent years, players of the Final Fantasy series have tended to skew towards a higher age range. However, this time there are survey results showing that more people in their teens and 20s played Final Fantasy XVI. […]
The full patch notes for the Final Fantasy XVI 1.31 patch going live later this week were shared online, detailing balance changes, quality of life improvements, and more. Besides introducing support for The Rising Tide DLC expansion launching on April 18th, the 1.31 patch introduces some big changes to some Eikonic Abilities and Feats. Ramuh's Blind Justice, for example, received some massive changes that should make it easier to use and more effective. Bahamut's Eikonic Feat Wings of Light was also improved, as its activation counts as a dodge. Garuda's Aerial Blast was also improved with increased damage and the […]
Samsung has been reported on multiple occasions to introduce a design change with the Galaxy S25 Ultra launch, with the flagship said to feature rounded corners instead of sharp ones, resembling the company’s Galaxy Note 7. However, it is one thing to check out an artist’s impression of the smartphone and another to view an actual render, and we are happy to mention that an official image has come out, but there is a catch. The notable leakster responsible for showcasing the Galaxy S25 Ultra to his fans has blurred it out unless his financial target is met. Donation goal from […]
This week saw the release of Astro Bot, a delightful game that pays tribute to the rich history of PlayStation. It also, inadvertently, highlights the dearth of new games and franchises really worth celebrating from the PS5 era. Also, Star Wars Outlaws...
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 […]
Final Fantasy XVI release on PC could be imminent, judging from some recent findings. Following the release of the latest NVIDIA GeForce Game Ready driver, which introduced support for soon-to-be-released games such as Hunt: Showdown 1896, it was discovered that the new release also features a game driver profile for Square Enix's latest main entry in the series. With the inclusion of the game's profile, there's little doubt that the game's release shouldn't be too far off in the future. Final Fantasy XVI's imminent release on PC shouldn't come as a surprise for those who have been following the game, […]
It's been one year since Final Fantasy XVI launched on PlayStation 5. The most recent mainline installment in Square Enix's beloved franchise received positive reviews upon launch but didn't sell as much as the publisher wanted. That's one of the reasons that pushed Square Enix to switch to a full-on multiplatform strategy, as revealed last month with the new business plan. With regards to Final Fantasy XVI specifically, we already know that a PC version is being made, and it shouldn't be far off its launch. However, in a message posted on the official Twitter/X account to celebrate the first […]
Today, Square Enix reported financial results for the fiscal year that ended on March 31. The results weren't great, as the Japanese publisher narrowly missed the revenue target and majorly missed the operating income target, with the latter also down 26.6% compared to last year. However, Square Enix also announced today a brand new medium-term business plan that will last through March 31, 2027. The plan's title is Square Enix Reboots and Awakens – 3-years of Foundation-Laying for Long-term Growth. The key changes compared to the studio's previous plan are an aggressive multiplatform strategy and a focus on quality over […]
The next project from the Final Fantasy XVI developer, Square Enix's CBU 3, will likely be more lighthearted, as Yoshi-P seems to be done with dark fantasy for the time being. Speaking in a recent interview with MinnMax, Michael-Cristopher Koji Fox, Square Enix localizing supervisor and senior translator, commented on what could be next for CBU 3, saying that, by looking at Yoshi-P, he can tell he is done with dark fantasy and that whatever project he and his team will be working next will be light-hearted, and a complete paradigm shift from Final Fantasy XVI. During the interview, Michael-Cristopher […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and as you’d expect, it includes some new gear, including the best weapons in the game thus far. One of these is the Tonberry Knife, which isn’t the most powerful in the game in terms of raw damage, but is the most best in terms of inflicting “Will” or stagger damage. For those familiar with FF16’s combat system, staggering enemies frequently is arguably more important than just dealing raw damage, so you’re going to want to get your hands on the Tonberry Knife. Here’s how to do so… First […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, which introduces the new region Mysidia. At the center of this region is the town of Haven, but when you first arrive there, it’s kind of useless. There’s no shop, no blacksmith’s foundry. Thankfully, by completing certain sidequests, you can unlock the blacksmith and shop in Haven, and you’ll want to do that, as they offer some of the best gear and craftable weapons in the game. Here’s how to do so… How to unlock the Foundry To get Haven’s blacksmith back to work, you’ll need to complete the […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and one of the big advertised features was the addition of the water-themed Leviathan Ikon, but it turns out there’s actually a second new Eikon and set of moves included in The Rising Tide – Ultima. But how do you unlock this semi-secret new Eikon? Scroll on down to find out… Warning: This article may contain minor Final Fantasy XVI and The Rising Tide spoilers. The first thing you have to do to get the Ultima Eikon is complete the main The Rising Tide campaign by defeating Leviathan. After you […]
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide story expansion is out now, and unlike the game’s first DLC, Echoes of the Fallen, this one adds the all-new region of Mysidia to explore. That’s great, but as you’re exploring you may notice something – you can’t ride your trusty Chocobo steed Ambrosia! Is it just not an option in this DLC? Don't worry, you can ride your Chocobo, but you have to complete some tasks before you’re able to do so. Here’s what you have to do… Warning: The following article may contain minor Final Fantasy XVI spoilers. In order to unlock […]
Final Fantasy XVI is no small game, but for those who want more, Square Enix has also rolled out a pair of story expansions for the RPG – last year’s Echoes of the Fallen, and the just-released The Rising Tide. But how does one play this new DLC? It isn’t a simple matter of just hopping into the new content from the main menu, there are some pre-requisites. Also, how leveled up should your party be before you take on this new challenge? Don’t worry, we have the answers for you… Warning: The following article may contain minor Final Fantasy […]
Final Fantasy XVI famously didn't meet the sales expectations of Square Enix, though that was partly blamed on slower than anticipated adoption of the PlayStation 5 (the only platform where the game is currently available). However, there is at least one area where the developers reportedly hit their original goals. Speaking to Push Square, Final Fantasy XVI DLC Director Takeo Kujiraoka said: In recent years, players of the Final Fantasy series have tended to skew towards a higher age range. However, this time there are survey results showing that more people in their teens and 20s played Final Fantasy XVI. […]
The full patch notes for the Final Fantasy XVI 1.31 patch going live later this week were shared online, detailing balance changes, quality of life improvements, and more. Besides introducing support for The Rising Tide DLC expansion launching on April 18th, the 1.31 patch introduces some big changes to some Eikonic Abilities and Feats. Ramuh's Blind Justice, for example, received some massive changes that should make it easier to use and more effective. Bahamut's Eikonic Feat Wings of Light was also improved, as its activation counts as a dodge. Garuda's Aerial Blast was also improved with increased damage and the […]