Final Fantasy XVI is the newest release in the Final Fantasy franchise. It was released on PlayStation 5 this June 2023 and received an immensely positive response from the players. The game provided one of the best action-oriented role-playing gaming experiences for fans. Developed by Square Enix, Final Fantasy XVI justified all the media hype about this game.
In contrast, critics and gamers initially had doubts regarding its success since it was released as a PlayStation exclusive. Set in fictional Valisthea, Final Fantasy XVI offered both action and magical elements in an open-world environment. With detailed gameplay and amazing background music by Kenshi Yonezu, Final Fantasy is set to become one of the ruling games of 2023.
Fans target naysayers after Final Fantasy XVI became a hit
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Square Enix’s Final Fantasy XVI sold more than three million copies within days of its release. Critics said that this game provided an extra dose of blood and violence compared to other games in the franchise. The presence of mythical elements increased the gaming experience for players. Overall, this game appeared as a blockbuster within a few moments of its release.
Final Fantasy XVI brought back the previous game’s clips through Clive’s retrospection. Clive’s background added a special charm in the proceeding of the gameplay. Overall, fans recommended the game as one of the best action RPGs available in the industry.
Final Fantasy XVI has sold over 3 million copies worldwide since launch! 🔥 #FF16https://t.co/DoToOMmpsi pic.twitter.com/XOqth8RuLy
— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) June 28, 2023
Final Fantasy XVI brought overwhelming success to PlayStation 5. Considering Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Sony seemed curious about PlayStation’s performance. It was motivated to contain their Call of Duty fans.
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After Final Fantasy XVI’s great market response, Sony gained a lot of confidence in its console. Fans seemed excited by the news. One Final Fantasy XVI fan posted targeting the critics who doubted the game’s success being a PlayStation exclusive- “This Is a Slap in the Face to the Naysayers”.
This is a slap in the face to the naysayers who thought the game won’t sell well cos it was exclusive to PS5. Love to see it 🔥
— Muddy Verity (@BrizGz) June 28, 2023
Final Fantasy XVI Brought the crown to PlayStation 5
PlayStation’s intense improvements with the newcomer consoles are crazy. Even fans seemed to approve of the PlayStation supremacy. Additionally, we understood the result of intense hard work on game developments to bring such success to a banner.
Great result considering the PS5 current install base last reported at 38.4 million.
For comparison FF7R launched with 3.5M with around 100M PS4 install base.
FF15 launched with 5M on a 50+M PS4 install base and on Xbox One too!— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) June 28, 2023
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Final Fantasy XVI’s response also helped Sony to sustain its market position in this competitive environment with Xbox. Following the release of major Xbox titles this year, Final Fantasy XVI was the most desirable project for Sony to make its market comeback.
Famitsu have confirmed that the 3 million is in just under 1 week (FF16 launched on June 22 so 6 days) and consists of total physical shipments + digital sales.https://t.co/DGkPGHdkdx
— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) June 28, 2023
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Finally, it seems that the final Fantasy XVI and PlayStation 5 collaboration appeared a huge hit. It was well-received by gamers and fans with a knack for RPGs. If you haven’t played Final Fantasy XVI yet then we recommend you not to waste any more minutes and experience the mythical journey of the game.
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