My favorite JRPG of 2023 is at its lowest ever price in this Black Friday sale
Nov. 24, 2023This Final Fantasy 16 Black Friday deal will give you 50% off one of the most awesome PS5 exclusives of the year
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Honestly, given how packed this year has been with excellent new releases, I really didn’t think I was going to have time to really sink my teeth intoFinal Fantasy 16. But I sat down with it one weekend and ended up pouring some 50 hours into it – once I started I really just couldn’t stop, and it’s currently my favorite RPG of the year (sorryBaldur’s Gate 3).
Final Fantasy 16 is undoubtedly one of thebest PS5 gamesof the year too, with its massive-scale battles helping to really get the most out of your system. That’s why this is for sure one of the best Black Friday gaming deals that I’ve seen so far, and one of the bestBlack Friday PS5 dealsfull stop. So what are you waiting for? Go get yourself $35 off Final Fantasy 16 and have yourself a truly excellent time.
Buy it if:
✅ You love single player RPGs✅ You prefer action over menu driven mechanics✅ You normally enjoy Final Fantasy games
Don’t buy it if:
❌You’d prefer old school mechanics❌You haven’t got the time for a big RPG
Price Check:Best Buy: $39.99|
Should you buy Final Fantasy 16?
In ourFinal Fantasy 16 review, we scored the game 4.5/5 Stars. GamesRadar’s Deputy News Editor Iain Harris says that, “In ditching turn-based combat for combo-heavy melees, Final Fantasy 16 recaptures the spirit of reinvention that the series lends itself to. This new approach to action coalesces with a world you’ll want to explore, and an endearing story which is powerfully executed by its voice cast. Overall, Final Fantasy 16 is an experience that stands alongside the series' greats.”
Having completed the game myself, I agree wholeheartedly. It’s one of the best looking games of the year, it plays phenomenally well, and I really found myself falling in love with the characters – evenClive, which has to be one of the most poorly named protagonists for a fantasy RPG in years. Still, with that all said, I couldn’t recommend this game highly enough – and for the price, it’s an absolute steal.
Of course, we’re also getting you clued up on everything you can expect from this year’sBlack Friday gaming PC deals, as well all theBlack Friday Nintendo Switch dealsandBlack Friday PS5 dealsheading our way.
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Josh West is the Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar+. He has over 15 years experience in online and print journalism, and holds a BA (Hons) in Journalism and Feature Writing. Prior to starting his current position, Josh has served as GR+’s Features Editor and Deputy Editor of games™ magazine, and has freelanced for numerous publications including 3D Artist, Edge magazine, iCreate, Metal Hammer, Play, Retro Gamer, and SFX. Additionally, he has appeared on the BBC and ITV to provide expert comment, written for Scholastic books, edited a book for Hachette, and worked as the Assistant Producer of the Future Games Show. In his spare time, Josh likes to play bass guitar and video games. Years ago, he was in a few movies and TV shows that you’ve definitely seen but will never be able to spot him in.
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