FINAL FANTASY XVI Steam news

• Latest observed players828 · 6 October 2026 - 00:05:41 UTC
• SteamPulse tracked peak18,460
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• Review score79% positive
• Total reviews30,642
• Release dateSep 17, 2024
• DeveloperSquare Enix
• PublisherSquare Enix

Genres: Action, RPG

Company pages: Developer: Square EnixPublisher: Square Enix

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FINAL FANTASY XVI Steam news

FINAL FANTASY XVI news collects recent Steam feed items, update posts, and announcements that SteamPulse can associate with this app.

Latest Steam announcements

• SQUARE ENIX Publisher Sale 2026 - 17 March 2026

  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! - 24 November 2025

  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

• FINAL FANTASY XVI removed Denuvo Anti-tamper - 5 March 2025

  Square Enix released a fresh small update to FINAL FANTASY XVI on March 4th, noting a couple of minor fixes but it appears they also removed Denuvo Anti-tamper. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/03/final-fantasy-xvi-removed-denuvo-anti-tamper/

• Version Update 1.03 - 4 March 2025

  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! - 27 January 2025

  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! - 23 January 2025

  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 FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH for around the cost of just a single game?! We are also running a Twitch Drops campaign offering amazing in-game items! Watch the FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH live broadcast on Twitch to o…

• Be ready for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH on PC - 16 December 2024

  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 to enjoy the game as possible on a wide variety of setups. Gameplay offers an experience that will feel new, including high frame rates of up to 120 FPS. FRAMERATE AND RESOLUTION NVIDIA DLSS support means that frame rates can be enhanced and image q…

• Version Update 1.02 - 17 October 2024

  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 game performance. The following have also been addressed: Issues with mouse scrolling when using aspect ratio settings other than 16:9. Issues with locking on during the Eikonic Feat Blind Justice when using aspect ratio settings other than 16:9. Issue…

• Version Update 1.01 - 27 September 2024

  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. Instances in which the game would close unexpectedly under certain conditions.

• Steam Global Top Sellers for week of 17 Sep — 24 September 2024 - 24 September 2024

  * EA SPORTS FC™ 25 ; * Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 ; * Steam Deck ; * Frostpunk 2 ; * God of War Ragnarök ; * FINAL FANTASY XVI ; * Black Myth: Wukong ; * Cyberpunk 2077 ; * ELDEN RING ; * Call of Duty® ; * excluding free to play games View top 100 on SteamDB

• FINAL FANTASY XVI NOW AVAILABLE! - 20 September 2024

  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 purchase the game between 4:00 pm UTC on 19/08/2024 and 3:00 pm UTC on 17/10/2024 (The specific time that the items become unavailable is subject to change). *In-game items can be claimed from the System tab in the main menu. The ability to claim i…

• PC Demo Version Update 1.02 - 10 September 2024

  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 - 22 August 2024

  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 properly under certain conditions. Screen resolution changing under certain conditions. Rare instances of GPU crashes. Other minor issues. We are currently aware of instances of stuttering on certain PC environments, and are investigating the issue.

• Pre-purchase FINAL FANTASY XVI Now! Demo Also Available! - 19 August 2024

  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 section if FINAL FANTASY XVI. Save data can be carried over to the full version of the game. After completing the opening section of the story, players can enjoy FINAL FANTASY XVI’s amazing action gameplay in the “Eikonic Challenge” mode made speciall…

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