Final Fantasy XVI
PlayStation Store Description:
An epic dark fantasy world where the fate of the land is decided by the mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the dominant of the Phoenix. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.
Episode Summary:
Final Fantasy XVI Deep Dive
The hosts discuss their initial impressions of the story and combat in Final Fantasy XVI, including the unique abilities and boss fights.
Boss fights and story twists
The section discusses the excitement of boss fights and the unique mechanics and abilities of the bosses. It also delves into the length of the fights and the feeling of them being dragged out. The section then introduces a major story twist involving betrayal, the introduction of a new Dominant, and a time jump in the narrative.
Final Fantasy XVI: Eikon fights and game ending explained
The section discusses the excitement of the Eikon fights in Final Fantasy XVI, where players transform into powerful Eikons and engage in epic battles. The mechanics and visuals of these fights are praised, and the use of QuickTime events is considered well-implemented. The summary also provides a brief overview of the game's ending, including the defeat of the main antagonist and the possibility of Clive, the protagonist, surviving the final battle.
Final Fantasy XVI
The hosts enjoyed Final Fantasy XVI overall, but it has some flaws such as repetitive gameplay and excessive cutscenes. The storytelling is good, but it could have been balanced better with gameplay. The combat is decent, but not great. It's not a traditional RPG and may not appeal to hardcore Final Fantasy fans. Despite its flaws, they think it's worth giving a shot if you're not a die-hard fan of the series.
Final Fantasy XVI Review
The reviewers initially loved the game but felt that it became repetitive and slog-like after around 15 hours. They enjoyed the Eikon fights but found the excessive cutscenes and non-open-world combat tiring. Despite its flaws, they still think it's a good game, especially for those who enjoy story-driven games. They recommend considering your gamer budget before purchasing, but overall feel that the first 15 hours make it worth buying. In the leaderboard discussion, they ultimately rank Final Fantasy XVI at number 36, considering it better than some games but not as good as others in the list.
Key Points Covered
1. Final Fantasy XVI Deep Dive
2. Boss fights and story twists
3. Final Fantasy XVI: Eikon fights and game ending explained
4. Final Fantasy XVI
5. Final Fantasy XVI Review
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Marry
Josh - Make Love
Ryan - Make Love