A new trailer for Final Fantasy XVI has been shown off, the game will release in 2023

A new trailer for Final Fantasy XVI has been shown off, the game will release in 2023

After a lengthy period of silence, Square Enix have revealed a new trailer and details for Final Fantasy XVI, including the news that the game is aiming for a Winter 2023 release, check out the new trailer below.

“The latest trailer gives players a clearer picture of what actual gameplay will entail,” commented Naoki Yoshida, Producer, FINAL FANTASY XVI. “Namely, high-octane battles featuring our protagonist Clive Rosfield wielding a full arsenal of attacks unique to the game's many Eikons (summons). Not to mention epic clashes between the Eikons themselves that put you right in the action.”

Something that is surprising, after the event the game was confirmed to be only for PlayStation 5

“In our latest trailer, we've introduced several new Eikons, as well as provided a more detailed peek at our action-packed battle system and the freedom it gives players,” said Hiroshi Takai, Director, FINAL FANTASY XVI. “As for development progress, I'm happy to announce that the game is fully playable from start to finish; though, from optimization to brush-up, there is still a mountain of challenges to tackle as we head into our final push. Until then, please stay tuned. We’ll do our best to not keep you waiting too long before our next update!”

“The team, under direction of Hiroshi Takai, has entered the final leg of development and is focusing on polish as they continue their march toward launch.” Yoshida added, “With the power of the PlayStation®5 console behind us, we're looking to take you on a seamless, story-driven, white-knuckle ride that will rival even the most thrilling roller-coaster. So, buckle up. The wait is almost over.”

They haven’t released new screenshots of the combat or such, but what they have done is release some landscape shots, so you can get a glimpse of the world that awaits.