{"id":278095,"date":"2025-06-09T00:18:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T00:18:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/09\/the-complete-final-fantasy-xvi-experience-is-out-today-on-xbox-series-xs\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:08:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:08:08","slug":"the-complete-final-fantasy-xvi-experience-is-out-today-on-xbox-series-xs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/09\/the-complete-final-fantasy-xvi-experience-is-out-today-on-xbox-series-xs\/","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Final Fantasy XVI Experience Is Out Today on Xbox Series X|S"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-xbox-summary\">\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Final Fantasy XVI, <\/em>the acclaimed action-RPG from Square Enix is available to play with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC today!<\/li>\n<li>Experience the complete adventure, with all DLC included, in the Complete Edition.<\/li>\n<li>With Xbox Play Anywhere, one purchase on Xbox platforms means you can play on console, PC or cloud with full cross-entitlement and cross-save.<\/li>\n<li>Every mainline, single player Final Fantasy game will now be available on Xbox platforms, with <em>Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade <\/em>also coming this winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s some Eikonic news for you: <em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em> is coming to Xbox\u2026 (checks calendar)\u2026 today. Like, you can play it <em>today<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>This beautiful action-RPG takes you to a dark and dangerous world full of dramatic storytelling, unforgettable characters and thrillingly fast-paced combat \u2013 including battles between massive creatures on a scale you have to see to believe. Xbox fans can experience it all for themselves across both console and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere \u2013 and with the choice to purchase the Complete Edition, you\u2019ll be able to experience everything <em>Final Fantasy XVI <\/em>has to offer in a single package.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209561&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/1-130eed836e12dda8554b-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>The release also means that all single player mainline Final Fantasy games are now available to play on Xbox! And with <em>Final Fantasy VII Remake<\/em> <em>Intergrade <\/em>also on its way this winter, there\u2019s even more for Xbox fans to look forward to in the future!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Final Fantasy XVI about?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Final Fantasy games are known for their stories, and <em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em>\u2019s story is among the series\u2019 best \u2013 mature, powerful and a true epic in every sense of the word.<\/p>\n<p>It takes place in the world of Valisthea \u2013 a once verdant land, blessed by the light of the mothercrystals. Now though, it\u2019s plagued by a horrifying Blight that deadens all around it.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209559&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/15-d1f9f9a427c5937fd25b-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>As the land weakens, so too does the relative peace between nations. Their fate is determined by Eikons \u2013 staggeringly powerful creatures who reside within specific men and woman. These special few, known as Dominants, can call upon their power, making them both revered and feared by the nations within the world.<\/p>\n<p>You play as Clive Rosfield (voiced in English by the incomparable Ben Starr), the firstborn son of the Archduke of Rosaria and sworn protector to his younger brother Joshua \u2013 the Dominant of the Phoenix. This happy life is changed forever, when his kingdom is attacked, his family torn apart and a new Eikon emerges amid the chaos: Ifrit.<\/p>\n<p>In the aftermath Clive swears revenge, setting him on a path that will change him and Valisthea forever.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209562&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/2-3d2a18586fc7cb1d8848-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Do You Do in the Game?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Clive\u2019s quest takes him all across the world, from the grassy plains and woodlands of his native Rosaria, to the sweltering deserts of Dhalmekia. You\u2019ll take on thrilling missions, full of powerful foes to battle with a gloriously snappy and responsive combat system.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll dish out combos, stylishly dodge attacks and call on the power of the Eikons to deliver satisfying special attacks. As the story progresses, Clive gets access to more and more Eikonic abilities, from brutal fists of stone to rapid claws of wind \u2013 there\u2019s a lot of fun to be had experimenting with different setups and playstyles.<\/p>\n<p>At certain points in the story, you\u2019ll also take control of Eikon battles \u2013 you\u2019ll see these skyscraper-sized creatures go one-on-one in massive-scale encounters that are <em>literally<\/em> earth-shattering! Each one feels unique, challenging and a visual feast you won\u2019t soon forget.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209557&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/13-6988f92e8e417dbb643b-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>Of course, there\u2019s plenty to do outside of the main story too. You can take on side quests to gain rewards and learn more about the world and its people, hunt special monsters that will test your skills with the blade, replay completed story stages to set high scores and take on special \u2018Chronolith Trials\u2019 that require mastery of specific skills.<\/p>\n<p>In short, there\u2019s a lot to do!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Editions are Available on Xbox?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Two editions are available digitally on Xbox: the <em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em> Complete Edition and Standard Edition. With Xbox Play Anywhere, you can purchase the game once and play across both Xbox consoles and PC \u2013 and full cross-saves mean you can pick up the game no matter what Xbox platform you\u2019re on.<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing either edition will get you the following in-game items:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Blood Sword<\/li>\n<li>Braveheart Sword<\/li>\n<li>Brave Blade<\/li>\n<li>Cait Sith\u2019s Charm<\/li>\n<li>Sixteen Bells Orchestrion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here\u2019s more detail on what\u2019s included with each edition:<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Fantasy XVI Complete Edition<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This gives you the full <em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em> experience, including all previously released DLC. That includes two story expansions:<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209550&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/6-62572062d9bda0be24f5-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Echoes of the Fallen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Clive and his allies uncover a strange dark crystal, unlike any they\u2019ve encountered before. Their investigation takes them to the Sagespire \u2013 a ruin of the long-vanished Fallen civilization. This towering structure contains many secrets\u2026 most of which are extremely dangerous. Their ascent culminates with a confrontation with a supremely powerful new foe: Omega.<\/p>\n<p>This DLC also includes an orchestrion roll that lets you listen to an awesome chiptune version of the track \u2018Away\u2019 in your hideout, and a new weapon appearance for Clive: The Buster Sword from <em>Final Fantasy VII<\/em>!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Rising Tide<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This expansive new story starts when Clive receives a mysterious letter with an even more surprising request: to rescue the Dominant of Leviathan, and the long-lost Eikon of Water.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209552&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/8-9de329be6bf538ad017f-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>The quest sends Clive to a hidden region of the world \u2013 a stunning area of crystal blue seas, beautiful forests and plenty of new quests to complete. There are new monsters too, including one type that will send a chill down any Final Fantasy fan\u2019s spine: Tonberries!<\/p>\n<p>As well as a new story and quests, this expansion also adds a whole new set of Eikonic Abilities for Clive, based around Leviathan and the power of water. With long-range attacks and plenty of other flashy moves, it gives you a wildly fun new playstyle to get to grips with.<\/p>\n<p>There are in-game items too, including the Curtana weapon and two orchestrian rolls to liven up the Hideaway: \u2018Torn from the Heavens\u2019 and \u2018Through the Maelstrom\u2019.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;uploadedSrc&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\\\/sites\\\/2\\\/2025\\\/06\\\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435.jpg&quot;,&quot;figureClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-block-image size-full&quot;,&quot;figureStyles&quot;:null,&quot;imgClassNames&quot;:&quot;wp-image-209551&quot;,&quot;imgStyles&quot;:null,&quot;targetWidth&quot;:1920,&quot;targetHeight&quot;:1080,&quot;scaleAttr&quot;:false,&quot;ariaLabel&quot;:&quot;Enlarge image&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-209551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xboxwire.thesourcemediaassets.com\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/7-c8d44d18e4c14066b435-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"context.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"context.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expansion Pass<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>But what if you buy the Standard Edition, fall in love with the game, and want to experience Clive\u2019s expanded adventures?<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll be pleased and relieved to know that you can also purchase Echoes of the Fallen and the Rising Tide individually, or together with the <em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em> Expansion Pass.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<p><em>Final Fantasy XVI<\/em> is available today. 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Please be careful to avoid making duplicate purchases.)<\/p>\n<p>Redeemable Weapons &amp; Items:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Blood Sword weapon<br \/>\n\u2022Braveheart weapon<br \/>\n\u2022Brave Blade weapon<br \/>\n\u2022Buster Sword weapon<br \/>\n\u2022Curtana weapon<br \/>\n\u2022Cait Sith Charm accessory<br \/>\n\u2022Sixteen Bells orchestrion roll<br \/>\n\u2022Away (1987) orchestrion roll<br \/>\n\u2022Torn from the Heavens orchestrion roll<br \/>\n\u2022Through the Maelstrom orchestrion roll\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div id=\"msp1749410954249\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9pnn223h8mlz\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9pnn223h8mlz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.27616.14345352792809394.24bf6d87-e506-4a69-8eb2-73e757617a59.74251d97-508e-43bc-9b26-89acbffbf0f4?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"FINAL FANTASY XVI\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-play-anywhere\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.onestore.ms\/cdnfiles\/sfw-service-web-onestore-onerf-2017-11-8-12\/store\/common\/images\/xpalogo_black.png\" alt=\"Xbox Play Anywhere\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>FINAL FANTASY XVI<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>SQUARE ENIX<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">1<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<span>$49.99<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\tThe first fully fledged Action RPG in the mainline Final Fantasy series. <\/p>\n<p>An epic dark fantasy world where the fate of the land is decided by the mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title \u201cFirst Shield of Rosaria\u201d and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the Dominant of the Phoenix. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.<\/p>\n<p>Titanic Clashes \u2013 When rival Dominants come head to head, epic battles between their Eikons ensue! <\/p>\n<p>Eikonic Action \u2013 Clive utilizes the powers of multiple Eikons in breakneck battle! <\/p>\n<p>From Strength to Strength<br \/>\nA plethora of powerful swordplay techniques and Eikonic abilities lie within Clive&#8217;s remit\u2014and it is up to you to decide which ones you wish to learn or upgrade. If you&#8217;re having trouble choosing, upgrades can be unlocked automatically.<\/p>\n<p>Story-focused mode is recommended for those players who are less comfortable with action games and wish to focus more on the game&#8217;s story elements. In this mode, Clive will automatically evade some attacks, and epic Eikonic combos can be triggered with simple button presses. 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