Final Fantasy XVI is a bold, cinematic entry that pushes the series in a new direction, and for the most part, it really pays off. Set in a darker, more grounded world, the story leans into political conflict, revenge, and personal loss, delivering one of the most intense and mature narratives the franchise has seen. It grabs your attention early and keeps you invested with strong character moments and high-stakes drama. The combat is easily one of the game’s biggest strengths. It fully embraces action, with fast-paced, stylish gameplay that feels smooth and satisfying from start to finish. Pulling off combos and abilities never gets old, and the massive Eikon battles are a standout—they’re huge, cinematic, and genuinely feel next-level on PS5. Presentation-wise, the game is top-tier. The visuals are impressive, the voice acting is strong across the board, and the soundtrack hits hard during key moments, making everything feel more impactful. It really does feel like you’re playing through a big-budget fantasy epic. That said, it’s not flawless. Some RPG elements feel simplified compared to older entries, which might disappoint longtime fans looking for deeper customization. Side quests can also feel a bit repetitive at times, and pacing slows down in certain sections of the game. Even with those issues, Final Fantasy XVI delivers an unforgettable experience. It’s a confident evolution of the series that trades some traditional elements for a more cinematic, action-focused approach—and it works. A fantastic game and an easy 9/10.

8.7/10. An amazing spectacle of an entry that places its cinematic prowess on the frontlines. Despite its lacking RPG nature, the combat keeps you coming back for more. It takes pride in its Devil May Cry DNA and provides a relatively deep battle experience for those looking to dive deeper.

Well not much to say, I saw the trailers and thought wow this looks way better than the first set of trailers, but after playing I was disgusted by what I got. The game features Clive as your one and only playable character and to make matters worse the level system and customization is bare bones, the game is stupid easy and requires no thought other than mash faster, enemy attacks broadcast so large they make you feel like your a dark souls character with sonic speed and harder game? Nah just more HP inject mobs with more HP... the cut scenes are waaaay too long so if you like a show get some popcorn cause you'll be here for a while. Finishing my thoughts it's a terrible RPG not bad for an action game but that's not what was advertised and removing elements, status effects, and other party members and a meaningful level system just makes it just another action game. If you love the rush and thrill of Devil may cry and just want to plow through a dark and twisted story this game is for you, but if your looking for Final Fantasy your at the wrong place.