FINAL FANTASY XVI — patch notes and updates
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| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| SQUARE ENIX Publisher Sale 2026 | 2026-03-17 | The Square Enix Publisher Sale is now on - save up to 90% off! With over 200+ discounted games in the SQUARE ENIX Publisher Sale, our *NEW* host, Matthew Mercer, is here to help you find your next RPG adventure - accompanied by our long-time bestie Ben Starr... whether we asked for it or not. Watch the full video on YouTube and discover which RPG you should dive into next: https://youtu.be/joDXWCNf-JM |
| Nominate FINAL FANTASY XVI for the Labor of Love Award! | 2025-11-24 | Nominee voting for the 2025 Steam Awards is underway! We would appreciate your support in nominating FINAL FANTASY XVI for the labor of love award. Voting Period: November 24th at 10:00 a.m. PST through December 1st at 10:00 a.m. PST |
| Version Update 1.03 | 2025-03-04 | Version Update 1.03 is now available for download. This update addresses several issues including the following: Graphics not displaying properly on certain screens. Textual errors in select languages. |
| "FINAL FANTASY XVI Original Soundtrack" Now on Sale! | 2025-01-27 | Introducing two original soundtracks from FINAL FANTASY XVI! 『FINAL FANTASY XVI Original Soundtrack』 『FINAL FANTASY XVI - Original DLC Soundtrack - From Spire to Sea』 SQUARE ENIX MUSIC |
| FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH released today! | 2025-01-23 | https://store.steampowered.com/app/2909400/FINAL_FANTASY_VII_REBIRTH/ The FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE project brings FINAL FANTASY VII, the legendary RPG that enthralled the world, back to life using the latest technology. The first game in the series, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE was released in 2020 and received critical acclaim across the world, achieving global sales of over 7,000,000 copies (as of May 2023). Now, the core of the FINAL FANTASY VII story returns with the second game in the trilogy: FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH! Early purchase sale running until 05/02/2025! Twin pack also available for 30% off! Why not take this chance to own both FI |
| Be ready for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH on PC | 2024-12-16 | Just announced! FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is set for a Steam launch on January 23, 2025. This version introduces new features and customizations to take full advantage of the PC platform: LIGHTING Lighting has been adjusted, and the game's overall rendering of light is significantly improved. The updated areas and cutscenes present with even greater beauty and clarity than before. PC SPECS The PC version of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH features three default graphics presets to make it even easier for you to jump in and start playing at a level that suits your own PC: High, Medium and Low. We have optimised these presets to allow as many people |
| Version Update 1.02 | 2024-10-17 | Version Update 1.02 is now available for download. This update implements various changes to system settings while addressing several known gameplay issues. Change Log: A cursor lock option has been added to Settings in the Main Menu. Timing for the shutter click sound effect when taking screenshots has been adjusted. Help text for Photo Mode has been tweaked to improve clarity. Shadow Quality settings have been adjusted to include cloud quality at all three levels—low, medium, and high—instead of only at high. This should improve performance when low or medium is selected. Graphical Fidelity settings have been adjusted to improve overall gam |
| Version Update 1.01 | 2024-09-27 | The latest update (version 1.01) for FINAL FANTASY XVI is now available for download. This update aims to improve game stability, add controller options, and address several other issues. Game Stability Resolved an issue wherein the frame rate would drop under certain conditions. System Enabled Bluetooth connectivity for DualSense and DUALSHOCK controllers. Issues The following issues have been addressed: Character graphics not displaying properly on certain screens. Issues with the UI. Instances of incorrect text displaying. Errors in the ending credits. Instances in which the game would close unexpectedly upon executing certain commands. In |
| FINAL FANTASY XVI NOW AVAILABLE! | 2024-09-20 | An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake. ■Content included with this product FINAL FANTASY XVI Base Game “Onion Sword” weapon (Available for redemption from the System tab in the Main Menu upon reaching the main scenario quest "A Chance Encounter.") ■Early purchase bonuses: Accessory: "Cait Sith's Charm" Valuable item: "Sixteen Bells Orchestrion Roll" Weapon "Brave Blade" *These items can be acquired by customers who pre-order or |
| PC Demo Version Update 1.02 | 2024-09-10 | An update file (version 1.02) for the FINAL FANTASY XVI PC Demo has been released and is ready for download. The following adjustment has been made to improve gameplay stability: Fixed stuttering issue. The following issues have also been addressed: Certain characters not being displayed properly. User adjustments to the graphics setting "Screen Space Reflection" not being properly applied. User adjustments to the graphics setting "Variable Rate Shading" (VRS) not being properly applied. Screen mode settings not being saved on certain hardware environments. These fixes will be applied to the forthcoming release version as well as the demo. |
| FINAL FANTASY XVI PC Demo Version Update 1.01 | 2024-08-22 | An update has been released for the FINAL FANTASY XVI PC demo, introducing a number of improvements and adjustments to the game. Improvements have been made to DLSS, FSR, and XeSS quality. This should help to alleviate various graphcial issues such as blurring (DLSS/XeSS) and pixelation (FSR). The following issues have also been addressed: Dynamic Resolution being locked on the lowest setting. Enemies not appearing properly in certain battle content. Graphics not displaying properly on certain stages. Graphical tearing in certain instances when using borderless screen mode. SFX not playing properly under certain conditions. UI not displaying |
| Pre-purchase FINAL FANTASY XVI Now! Demo Also Available! | 2024-08-19 | Pre-purchase FINAL FANTASY XVI now! The legacy of the crystals has shaped our history for long enough. Five nations fight to claim the Mothercrystals. As the fragile illusion of balance crumbles, the fates of the Dominants—those who harness the power of the Eikons—start to fall into mad disarray. ■ Content included in this product FINAL FANTASY XVI base game Onion Sword weapon (this will become available after reaching the main scenario quest A Chance Encounter. To redeem this item, open the Main Menu and head to the System tab, then select Redeemable Items and select the item.) Demo Available Now! ■ FINAL FANTASY XVI DEMO Play the opening se |