Although there is still a year to go before the launch of final fantasy xvi Currently we already have information related to some of the most important aspects of this installment. One of the most controversial points, on this occasion, is the fact that this title will not be open world. After being questioned multiple times, the game’s producer has revealed the reason behind this decision.
Recently, Naoki Yoshida, producer of final fantasy xviwas interviewed by Famitsu, where he had the opportunity to talk a little more about the decision not to present an open world with this title, especially considering that Final Fantasy XV yes he had one. This is what he commented on it:
“When I played the first Final Fantasy, I thought ‘this is a movie-like gaming experience.’ The production, the dialogue moments, the drama, the sound — they all combined to create the greatest gaming experience possible. As soon as a Chocobo or Moogle was included, I thought it was a Final Fantasy experience. That experience must also be felt in Final Fantasy XVI.
Additionally, it is necessary to understand the general scheme of the game design taking into account the strengths of the team itself. When I think about it, I thought, ‘I think an open world doesn’t fit into what we’re planning right now.’ I want a story of a hero who saves the world, because this is Final Fantasy. I want to summon to go crazy and destroy the map. I want to release this game as soon as possible. I can’t throw it in parts.
When I considered these four main points, I think it is practically impossible to ask for everything. If we had a development time of about 15 years, we might have the opportunity to challenge ourselves with an open world. After all, it’s nearly impossible in terms of time and cost to create a global story within an open world.”
In this way, it is clear that including an open world, as seen in Final Fantasy XV or in any of the games of the last few years, it would have been counterproductive to the direction Yoshida and his team took for this new installment. final fantasy xvi will arrive on PS5 in the summer of 2023. In related topics, here you can see our gameplay of final fantasy XII.
Editor’s note:
Yoshida’s decision makes sense. If the vision they have for final fantasy xvi works better with a road already built, the open world could spoil the experience. No matter what path you choose, I can’t wait to enjoy this game.
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