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Final Fantasy 16 (FF16) will be available to preload on June 19, 2023, via the PlayStation Store. Read on to learn the exact details of preloading the game, its benefits, and the full game's file size!
# | How to Preload the Game |
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1 | To preload the game, pre-order it through the PlayStation Store before its release date. ▶ Pre-Order Guide: All Preorder Bonuses |
2 | When the game becomes available to preload, and after you purchased the game, a Download button should appear. |
3 | After you have preloaded the game, you'll be able to play it as soon as it releases! |
Final Fantasy 16 can be preloaded on June 19, 2023, three days before its release date on June 22, 2023. Purchase it before that, and you'll be able to preload it once it becomes available.
Final Fantasy 16's file size is 90.131 GB for both physical and digital installs. Note that if players purchased the digital deluxe edition of the game, there will be a separate app that can be preloaded called the Digital Content Viewer, which will be the main hub to access the Digital Mini Artbook and Digital Mini Soundtrack.
Preloading FF16 will allow you to play the game almost immediately after its release time, as you won't have to wait the extra minutes to download and install the game after it launches.
Main Scenario | |
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4 | Sunrise, Sunset |
5 | Lost in a Fog |
6 | Flight of a Fledgling |
Listed above are the Main Quests that the demo covers!
For those unsure if the game is going to be worth it, a demo is available from June 12th, 2023 which covers the Prologue as well as the Eikonic Challenge Mode. You'll be able to test out the demo and check if it's worth pre-ordering and preloading to your PS5.
Demo save data transfer is also possible once the game is released so you can choose whether to start over from scratch or pick up where you left off!
Demo Release Date and What to Expect
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Demo Release Date
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Learn more about the mix of linear and open world mechanics in FF16.
Pre-Order Guide and Bonuses
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Find out how to preorder FF16 as well as the various bonuses you can receive!
List of Trailers and Gameplay Videos
Updated 6/14/2023
Watch the currently released trailers and gameplay videos for FF16.
When Does FF16 Come Out?
Updated 6/29/2023
Learn the current release date as well as its available platforms upon release!
Is FF16 Connected to FF15?
Updated 6/14/2023
Find out if FF16 is connected to FF15 or any of its other predecessors!
Battle System Guide
Updated 7/4/2023
Learn about the FF16 battle system, and find out if it has turn-based elements.
List of Voice Actors and Cast
Updated 7/10/2023
Check out the full cast and complete list of voice actors here!
Everything We Know About FF16's World
Updated 6/24/2023
Check out everything we know so far about the world of FF16!
What is FF16's ESRB Rating?
Updated 6/16/2023
Learn the ESRB Rating given to FF16!
Is FF16 an MMO?
Updated 6/16/2023
Check if FF16 is an MMORPG!
Story Summary and Plot Synopsis
Updated 6/29/2023
Learn about FF16's Story!
Launch Week Sales and How it Compares to FF15
Updated 6/29/2023
Learn FF16's first week sales and how it compares to FF15's sales!
When to Expect Xbox Release
Updated 7/5/2023
Learn more about Xbox release for FF16!
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