Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XVI DLC Release Date

Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy XVI’s second DLC expansion, The Rising Tide, will launch on April 18 for PlayStation 5.

Clive receives a mysterious letter informing him that the long-lost Eikon of Water, Leviathan, needs to be rescued at the hidden land of Mysidia. There, he will unlock Leviathan’s water-based Eikonic abilities, including Serpent’s Cry, allowing him to summon a serpent for precision strikes from a distance.

New Content and Features

The level cap will be raised to 60 for players on Story and Action Focused difficulty modes and 110 for players on the Final Fantasy mode difficulty. Square Enix hints at the possibility of more discoveries for Clive, as Leviathan is not the only power he will encounter.

The DLC also introduces a new wave mode in the Kairos Gate, where Clive must survive against waves of enemies across 20 stages of increasing difficulty. By participating, players can earn new materials and weapons for upgrades and compete on a global leaderboard to showcase their skills.

Expansions and Future Updates

Final Fantasy XVI initially launched in June 2023 for PS5, with the first expansion, Echoes of the Fallen, released in December. A PC version is currently in development and nearing its final stages of optimization. While no release date has been announced, Square Enix has promised a demo before the official launch.

GameSpot Review

In GameSpot’s review of Final Fantasy XVI, the game is described as a “bold shift in both gameplay and narrative” that captures the essence of the Final Fantasy series in a stunning manner. The game has been praised for its magic and storytelling, earning itself a spot among the remarkable entries in the franchise.