While it initially seemed like Final Fantasy XVI wouldn’t get any DLC, this week at The Game Awards it was announced the game will be getting a pair of story expansions, with the first, entitled “Echoes of the Fallen,” being available right now!
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Here it is, folks: Black Friday has arrived with full force. For PS5 owners, there's a standout deal on Amazon for the latest entry in the Final Fantasy, priced at just $35—a remarkable 50% discount. This presents an excellent opportunity to grab a fantastic game at an impressive price, especially considering it's less than a year old. If you haven't experienced this game yet, time is of the essence to seize this offer. Our initial review in June bestowed it with an amazing 9/10, a verdict we still stand by. This 16th installment in the franchise definitely deviates somewhat from the series' typical expectations, but it's unquestionably a game worth playing.
The latest Final Fantasy is one of the best games of the year, but let's break down why you should consider picking the game up this Black Friday. For starters, $35 is a great deal and 50% off the asking price. But, what about the actual game?
In the expansive 16th installment of the RPG franchise, Final Fantasy 16 immerses players in a captivating world where Eikons, formidable and lethal creatures, inhabit Dominants—individuals blessed with the unique ability to summon their formidable powers at will.
As we mentioned, Final Fantasy 16 got a 9/10 in our review - stating: "Featuring fast, reflex-driven, action-heavy combat, Final Fantasy 16 is certainly a departure from what fans may expect out of a Final Fantasy game, but its excellent story, characters, and world-building are right up there with the best the series has to offer, and the innovative Active Time Lore feature should set a new standard for how lengthy, story-heavy games keep players invested in its world."
PlayStation Black Friday deals are certainly at full blast right now, and there are some absolutely incredible savings to be found in the sales. Just a reminder that all the deals in the sale are now proper Black Friday deals, and anything live right now likely won't get any better or will even sell out -- so feel free to make those purchases right away.
The PS5 slim bundles are by far the most popular Black Friday offer so far this shopping season (and the Digital PS5 Slim is also now available for $450). These cost $499.99, so you're getting a free game, but are also very popular so we recommend securing one ASAP if you're interested. We've also been blessed with 30% off PS Plus, DualSense Controllers for $49, and a whole slew of other PS5 games on sale.
Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.
While it initially seemed like Final Fantasy XVI wouldn’t get any DLC, this week at The Game Awards it was announced the game will be getting a pair of story expansions, with the first, entitled “Echoes of the Fallen,” being available right now!
While it initially seemed like Final Fantasy XVI wouldn’t get any DLC, this week at The Game Awards it was announced the game will be getting a pair of story expansions, with the first, entitled “Echoes of the Fallen,” being available right now!
Naoko Yoshida has revealed that there won’t be a Final Fantasy XVI sequel.
Final Fantasy XVI, Final Fantasy VII Remake, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth are all timed PlayStation exclusives, but they may never make it to Xbox, as exclusivity for Square Enix titles is apparently going to get worse in the future.
While it initially seemed like Final Fantasy XVI wouldn’t get any DLC, this week at The Game Awards it was announced the game will be getting a pair of story expansions, with the first, entitled “Echoes of the Fallen,” being available right now!
The PC version of Final Fantasy XVI may require an SSD, producer Naoki Yoshida suggested in a new interview.
Final Fantasy XVI players will soon be able to enjoy two new DLC chapters for the critically-acclaimed action-RPG, one very soon indeed: Echoes of the Fallen launches on PlayStation Store today! The second DLC, entitled The Rising Tide, releases Spring 2024. Both are paid-for DLC, but players can purchase the Final Fantasy XVI Expansion Pass to enjoy both chapters at a discounted price.
Despite claiming that it had no plans to release DLC for Final Fantasy XVI, Square Enix announced at The Game Awards that Final Fantasy XVI is getting not one but two pieces of DLC. They're called Echoes of the Fallen and Rising Tide, and the former is available to play right now.
Star Wars Jedi Survivor, which is currently just $32.99 at Best Buy in its deal of the day. This puts Jedi Survivor at over 50% off, which is one of the best post-Black Friday deals we've seen so far in December. If you haven't had the chance to pick up Cal's latest adventure, this is a great opportunity to do so. But, this deal will also expire after today; so there's a limited time frame left to secure this latest offer.
Would you believe me if I told you Assassin's Creed Mirage is already down to $35? Okay, fair enough, it's not the biggest shock in the world. But, it does indicate that there's a virtue to waiting out select game releases in order to get the best price possible. What's more shocking about this deal is that Mirage has already had a reasonable discount, quite recently in fact. It was $10 off and down to $40 during the Black Friday sales -- which means Black Friday is a lie and a sham (tell me something I don't know).
Anticipation continues to build as gamers are eagerly awaiting updates on the forthcoming Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. In the meantime, the base game is currently available at a discounted price in the UK. Select retailers are offering the game for a reduced rate of at least £29.99, a noteworthy markdown from the £49.99 RRP. Given the expansive nature of the game, this discount should be deemed substantial, particularly when contrasted with the potential £69.99 price tag that other publishers might command for a similar gaming experience in 2023.
Final Fantasy XVI director Hiroshi Takai revealed at this year’s PlayStation Partner Awards that two DLC episodes are on the way for the game.