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Cash Generator Canton, 82 Cowbridge Road East, Canton, Cardiff, CF11 9DX
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Item Condition

Condition: New

Item Description

Final Fantasy XVI for PlayStation 5 offers a mixed bag of experiences for players. On the positive side, the game boasts impressive graphics and a vast world to explore. The boss battles are epic and offer thrilling moments as players smash through mountains and buildings. The story and characters, along with the cinematics, are well done and engaging. However, the game does have its flaws. One major issue is the repetitive gameplay, with battles feeling monotonous. The different battle systems that are introduced throughout the game lack significant impact, often only changing the color of a box in the corner. The story can also become confusing and disjointed, due to the excessive reliance on lengthy videos to convey information. The travel mechanics within the game can be slow and tedious, resulting in a frustrating experience when moving between areas or navigating safe zones. Side missions are generally lackluster and not worth the time investment, with only a few exceptions. In summary, Final Fantasy XVI is a game that fans of the series will likely enjoy due to its stunning graphics, compelling characters, and story. However, it falls short in terms of gameplay variety, pacing, and side content, making it less appealing to a wider audience.

• Game Genre: Action, Action RPG
• Supported Platform: Sony PlayStation 5
• Online Multiplayer: No
• Local Multiplayer: No
• Edition: Deluxe Edition, Complete Edition
• Release Date: 2023
• Minimum System Req: 170 GB storage
• Recommended System Req: High-end specs (PC)
• Multiplayer Mode: No
• Single Player Mode: Yes
• Co-op Mode: No
• Game Theme: Fantasy
• Setting: Valisthea
• Historical Period: Medieval-inspired
• Virtual Reality Support: No
• Minimum RAM: 16 GB
• Required Graphics Card: Radeon RX 5700 (minimum), GeForce RTX 1070 (minimum), GeForce RTX 2080Ti (recommended)
• Required Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1600, Intel Core i5-8400
• Required Storage Space: 170 GB
• Controller Support: Xbox controller
• Required Hardware: DirectX 12
• Number of Players: 1
• Player Age: 17+
• Developer: Square Enix
• Publisher Name: Square Enix
• ESRB Rating: M
• Downloadable Content (DLC): Yes
• Content Bundle: No
• Included Items: 1 disc
• Expansion Packs: Yes, The Rising Tide
• Online Play Support: No
• Multiplayer Type: Online multiplayer
• Network Compatibility: 802.11b
• Storyline: The legacy of the crystals has shaped mankind's destiny for long enough
• World Design: Realm of Valisthea
• Game Length: 50+ hour story
• Lore: Stylish history lessons by your crew's scholar (precede big missions), Active Time Lore entries change with the events of the story
• Difficulty: Significantly ups the challenge (New Game+), Optional way to adjust the difficulty in very specific ways (using special rings)
• Gameplay Perspective: 3rd Person
• Gameplay Mechanics: Action RPG
• Gameplay Highlights: Side quests, New Game+
• Tutorials: Active Time Lore (allows you to pause the game to learn about main characters or settings)
• Graphics Resolution: Worse resolution (compared to PS5 version), 720p (in performance mode on Xbox)
• Graphics Frame Rate: May not hold onto a consistent 60 FPS all the time (even on the prioritized frame rate graphical setting)
• Visual Effects: Giant kaiju fights mixed with Dragon Ball Z (Eikon fights)
• Graphics Style: Naturalistic Game of Thrones approach to the world and characters, More mature and realistic tone
• Mouse and Keyboard Support: Yes, Full button mapping available
• Supported Peripherals: Controller
• Media Type: Disc
• Game Language: English, French, German, Italian
• Audio Highlights: Sounds come out of the controller
• Audio Output: Stereo
• Suitable Age Range: 18+
• Target Audience: Fans of the series
• Top Use Cases: Story immersion
• Typical Users: Fans of the series
• Skill Level: Open it up to more inexperienced players