Square Enix has officially announced that the highly anticipated PC version of Final Fantasy XVI will be released on September 17. This announcement comes with the release of a demo, allowing players to experience the beginning of the game and a taste of the epic dark fantasy that awaits.
Final Fantasy XVI transports players to a world where destinies are shaped by powerful entities known as Eikons and the Dominants who control them. The story follows Clive Rosfield, a warrior haunted by tragedy, as he embarks on a quest for revenge against the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious force of destruction that leaves chaos in its path. The narrative promises to be a deeply immersive experience, intertwining themes of power, fate, and retribution.
The demo of Final Fantasy XVI offers players the opportunity to play through the opening section of the game. Any progress made during this initial segment can be carried over to the full version of the game upon its release. This feature allows players to seamlessly continue their journey in the full game without losing any of their progress.
In addition to the main story, the demo includes an “Eikonic Challenge” mode, specifically designed to showcase the game’s dynamic action gameplay. This mode provides players with an intense and focused experience, demonstrating the combat mechanics that define Final Fantasy XVI.
Square Enix has also provided detailed system requirements for the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI, ensuring that players are prepared for the game’s release. The minimum system requirements include an AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or Intel Core i5-8400 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and an AMD Radeon RX 5700, Intel Arc A580, or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card. To achieve a 30FPS performance at 720p resolution, an SSD and VRAM of 8GB or more are required.
For those aiming for optimal performance, the recommended specifications suggest an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel Core i7-10700 processor, with the same 16 GB of RAM. The recommended graphics cards include the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080. Under these settings, players can expect a smoother experience, running at 60FPS and 1080p resolution. As with the minimum requirements, an SSD and 8GB VRAM are necessary.
