Final Fantasy XVI looks to bring a new story and life to the Final Fantasy series. Final Fantasy XVI has generated a lot of interest by returning to a more traditional medieval setting and using the more recent action RPG combat in favor of turn-based combat. This has caused some players to wonder, or maybe hope, if Final Fantasy XVI will be free to play.
The answer is no—Final Fantasy XVI is not free to play, and there are no plans for it to become free to play. To continue the Final Fantasy series with the latest installment, you must purchase the game or game share on PlayStation 5 with someone who has purchased it. This leaves the question of how much Final Fantasy XVI costs.
How much does Final Fantasy XVI cost?
Final Fantasy XVI will cost $69.99 on the PlayStation 5. Currently, it will only be available on the PlayStation 5 but may receive a port to PC at a later time. This means you will need to purchase at least the base edition of Final Fantasy XVI to play the game.
There is also the Digital Deluxe Edition of Final Fantasy XVI, which will set you back $89.99. This includes various digital rewards and in-game items. Finally, for the ultimate fan, there is the Collector's Edition which comes with more bonuses. This version costs $349.99.
What comes in all editions of Final Fantasy XVI?
- Final Fantasy XVI Standard Edition
- Full Game
- Final Fantasy XVI Digital Deluxe Edition
- Full Game
- Digital Mini Artbook
- Digital Mini Soundtrack
- Final Fantasy XVI Collector's Edition
- Full Game
- Digital Mini Artbook
- Digital Mini Soundtrack
- Premium Statue - Phoenix vs Ifrit
- Metal Eikon Pin Collection
- Special Clive Rosfield SteelBook® Case
- Cloth World Map of Valisthea
Final Fantasy XVI Pre-order Bonuses
- Braveheart
- Cait Sith’s Charm
- PrScholar’s Spectacles
- The Realms of Valisthea Wall Banners (Square Enix Store Only)
- FINAL FANTASY XVI Pre-Order SteelBook® Case (Square Enix Store Only)
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Justin has been diving into fantasy worlds since he can remember. He is a certified nerd who has a deep love of reading, writing, and hiking. He has been writing since his college days, but specifically in gaming for two years. His favorite games are The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Banjo Kazooie.