The original PlayStation games all featured memorable rivals in Sephiroth, Seifer, and Kuja, but since then, Final Fantasy has been slacking in the rival department. I just believe it should.įinal Fantasy used to be great at delivering really cool rivals. I don’t have the answers to how all of this should be done. And, of course, characters named Cid, Biggs, Wedge, and Gilgamesh all have to show up at some point in the adventure. Homages to classes like white mages and dragoons should be paid. But, I think the game needs more! Moogles should be effectively weaved into the world. Based on what has been shown so far, summons, crystals, and chocobos will all be playing a big role in Final Fantasy XVI, or at least making an appearance.
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As Square Enix continues to evolve its systems to be more action-focused (having recently brought over Ryota Suzuki, of Devil May Cry 5 fame, to be the Combat Director), Final Fantasy XVI should feel as smooth as some of their action-heavy contemporaries, but with as much depth and customization as the best Final Fantasy games.Īs we all know, while not being connected plot-wise, the Final Fantasy series has many recurring themes, races, and elements appearing in each of their games. And say what you want about Final Fantasy XII and XIII, but each provided unique and engaging takes on combat. In my opinion, Final Fantasy X perfected turn-based combat. Square’s Active-Time Battle system was revolutionary when it debuted in Final Fantasy IV. Granted, this is probably wanted in every action game, but as I mentioned, Final Fantasy has a long history with experimenting and offering some of the most unique battle systems in all of gaming. Since the first game, shaping and building your ideal team have been some of the strongest aspects of the franchise and I want to see that continue with Final Fantasy XVI. These characters should be customizable, with their own weapons to equip and skill trees to unlock. These sound like party members, but I’m hoping they get to play more of a role than just participating in fights. Truly, what’s Final Fantasy without its extensive roster of party members? After much speculation about the status of party members, Producer Naoki Yoshida recently spoke with IGN about FFXVI having “companions” who participate in battle, saying they’d be AI-driven like characters in Final Fantasy XV and Final Fantasy VII Remake.
Maybe the Honey Bee Inn scene from Final Fantasy VII Remake is too much to ask for, but could there be an annoying recurring octopus boss named Ultros? A well-placed cactuar? A stretch of gameplay in a fun, lighthearted part of the medieval setting seemingly ravaged by war and gigantic summons (known as Eikons in the game)? Anything that keeps Final Fantasy XVI from feeling too serious the whole playthrough would be welcomed by me. I want Square Enix to lean into those aspects and give us their own spin on mature storytelling… just with the Final Fantasy coat of paint.ĭespite wanting a more mature outing, I still would like a laugh coupled with light, fun moments. All of these components feel fresh for Final Fantasy, but games like Elden Ring and The Witcher 3 have proven there is a strong appetite for RPGs that explore darker themes set in a bleak world. The main character appears a bit older than previous leads, the world has a darker and more realistic setting as opposed to the fantastical or futuristic games, and there’s even (one can presume) a post-sex scene in the latest trailer.
Since the game was announced in 2020, all signs have pointed to Final Fantasy XVI being more mature than previous games. We have a long way to go before we get our hands on it, so in the meantime, here’s a list of features Final Fantasy XVI needs to include to make it one of the series’ best. 2023’s Final Fantasy XVI, the franchise’s next entry, certainly has the chance to do just that for a new console generation. On a couple of occasions, a game in the series has set a benchmark for all three.
Since the original dropped in1987, each game has set a benchmark in either graphical capabilities, role playing combat/customization, or video game storytelling. Few video game releases carry as much weight as the numbered Final Fantasy games.
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