Best Settings and How to Change

This is a comprehensive guide on the list of controls and best settings for Final Fantasy 16 (FF16). Read on to learn about the best settings, how to change the settings, and a list of controls for FF16!

Best Settings

List of the Best Settings to Change

Options	Recommended Setting
Gameplay	Story Focused
Wireless Controller Vibration	On
Camera Sensitivity (Horizontal)	2
Camera Sensitivity (Vertical)	2
Player Follow (Movement)	Off
Player Follow (Attack)	On
Screen Brightness	10
Game Performance	Frame Rate/Graphics
Motion Blur	0-2
Visual Alerts	Off
Subtitles	On

Voice-over Language and game performance is up to your own preference.

Turn Off Motion Blur

The new motion blur setting in Update 1.03 will grant players the option to reduce or completely turn off motion blur. This is a great addition for players susceptible to motion sickeness while playing. We recommend configuring the slider to 0 to eliminate motion blur completely. If you still want the feature at a minimum, we suggest putting it at 2.

How to Turn Off Motion Blur

Player Follow for Movement and Attack

On
Off

The new update also introduce the Player Follow camera setting for Movement and Attack. Turning this off will stop the camera from following Clive around during movement or combat.

We recommend turning the Player Follow (Movement) off while still keeping Player Follow (Attack) on. The former will give you more autonomy in seeing what the area has to offer while exploring while the latter can help you focus on your target, making it easier to time precision dodges or parries.

Visual Alerts for Accessibility

Visual alerts are accessibility settings for people who need them. Toggling these settings will allow players to have better visual cues for combat, notifications during exploration, and the like.

Choose Story Focused Mode for Easier Gameplay

For the game's difficulty, you'll be given a choice between two modes. If you want to have an easier time with the game, or if you're unsure which to pick, pick Story Focused Mode. In this mode, players will be given a set of gear called Timely Accessories, which can aid Clive in combat through quick time events.

You can change this later if you find the game to be too easy and want more of a challenge.

Story and Action Focused Modes Explained

Set Camera Sensitivity to Your Own Preference

This settings determines how fast the camera will respond to the movement of your right analog stick. Set this up based on your preference. Since update 1.03, camera sensitivity can now be increased from 10 to 20 units.

Maximize Screen Brightness

It is important to set your Screen Brightness to 10 as there are a lot of dark places in Valisthea. Having maximum screen brightness isn't too bright as well, but adjust according to your preference!

How to Adjust Screen Brightness

Choose Graphics for Good Visuals

To fully enjoy the game's beautiful graphics, action, and cutscenes, it's recommended to choose Graphics for Game Performance! This is the recommended choice if you chose Story Focused Mode.

If you want a smoother experience, you can switch to Frame Rate Mode for game performance later.

Should You Play on Graphics or Framerate Mode?

How to Change Settings

Open the Menu and Go to System Tab

Open the Menu screen and go to the System Tab. You can save or load your game and tweak all the settings to your heart's content.

You Cannot Change Game Mode in Combat

You cannot switch between story and actin focused during combat. Defeat all the enemies first or flee from them, and then you can switch the settings.

Change Settings at the Start of the Game

Once you launch the game for the first time, a you can adjust a couple of settings already, as well as picking which mode you want to experience.

Should You Choose Story Focused or Action Focused Mode?

List of Controls for FF16

Overworld Controls

Button	Action
	Move
	Camera
	Animal Instinct
	Reset Camera/Cycle Target (When Locked On)
+	Limit Break
	Lock On
	Cycle Eikons
	Evade
Hold	Ready Eikonic Abilities
+	Taunt
	Use Shortcuts and Pet Commands
	Cycle Shortcuts and Pet Commands
	Magic
	Eikonic Feat
	Jump
	Melee Attack
	Main Menu

The controls listed are for the default controls in the PS5. There are two other controller layouts with different configurations that you can change the controls to.

Eikon Controls

Phoenix Controls

Button	Action
	Fire
	Aim
	Evade

The Phoenix is one of the Eikons that the player can use in battle against other Eikons. While using Phoenix, players will have a different set of controls that allows the Eikon to breathe fire towards enemies, evade incoming attacks, and more.

Phoenix Summon Guide and How to Use

Final Fantasy XVI (FF16) Related Guides

Tips and Tricks: A Beginner's Guide to FF16

All Tips and Tricks

All Tips and Tricks
All Stats Explained	Crafting Recipes and Upgrades
Timely Accessories Guide	How to Fast Travel
How Long to Beat FF16?	Active Time Lore Guide
Quick Time Events Guide	List of Trophies
Is There a Mini Map?	How to Exit Training Mode
How to Use Photo Mode	How to Redeem Pre-Order Bonuses
How to Get a Chocobo Mount	How to Sprint and Move Faster
Arcade Mode and Stage Replay Explained	Missables and One-Time Events
How to Respec Abilities	All Six Signboard Locations
Unlockables and Hidden Content	Medal of Valor Guide
How to Unlock Alliant Reports	How to Upgrade Inventory Slots
How to Upgrade Potion Potency	List of Guest Party Members
Farming Guides
EXP Farming Guide	AP Farming Guide
Gil Farming Guide	-
Best Guides
Best Abilities to Learn	Best Side Quests
Best Weapons	Best Combos
Best Accessories	Best Armor
Best Builds	-
Combat and Gameplay Guides
How to Use Eikonic Feats	How to Parry Attacks
How to Limit Break	How to Stagger Enemies
How to Use Precision Dodge	Combat Basics Guide
How to Change Lock On Targets	How to Use Shift Strikes and Shift Shots
How to Punish Enemies	Should You Choose Story or Action Focused?
How to Command Torgal	How to Do Precision Sics
Battle System Mechanics Explained	Death Penalty Guide
How to Decrease Enemy Will Gauge	How to Use Item Shortcuts
How to Heal	Level Cap Guide
Post-Game Guides
New Game Plus Guide	Post Game Content and 100% Guide
Final Fantasy Mode Guide
All Cid's Hideaway Features
Arete Stone (Training & Arcade)	The Black Hammer (Blacksmith)
Charon's Toll (Shop)	Thousand Tomes (Loresman)
Orchestrion (Jukebox)	Patron's Whisper (Renown)
State of the Realm (Story Overview)	Hunt Board (Moogle Quests)
All Hideaway Guides
How to Open Letters at the Reading Table	How to Get All Wall of Memory Items
Should You Buy a Round for the Hall?	-
Controls and Settings
Language Settings	How to Save
Graphics or Framerate Mode?	How to Skip Cutscenes
Difficulty Level Differences	How to Adjust Screen Brightness
How to Turn Off Motion Blur	Controls and Best Settings
FAQs
Romance Guide: Are There Romance Options?	-
Demo Guides
How to Transfer Demo Progress	Eikonic Challenge Mode