Acknowledging that many players have been asking for a PC version, Yoshida said, “Allow me to take this opportunity to officially announce that development on a PC version is currently underway.” Fans can expect more information on it and the upcoming paid DLC later this year.

A PC version of the critically acclaimed RPG is perhaps the least surprising development. Final Fantasy 16 has a six-month exclusivity period to PS5, and Yoshida has expressed a desire to release it on PC. Of course, he also confirmed that it wouldn’t be rushed, with the team working “carefully” on it after the PS5 version’s release.

The PC version announcement could be in the wake of Final Fantasy 16’s sales. Though it sold over three million copies in the first week, Square Enix said it didn’t meet the “high end” of sales expectations. It revealed plans to increase sales for new adopters on PS5, but fast-tracking the PC version may also help. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

Here's a special video message from Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida. #FF16 pic.twitter.com/MjyKzQXHRN

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Speaking about the feedback received from fans, Yoshida said, “One thing that came through particularly strongly was how people wanted to see more of Valisthea’s story and spend more time with her inhabitants.” Since development just started, it will likely be some time before a release window is provided (though more details are coming by the end of the year). Nevertheless, it should be interesting to see what happens after the base game due to the loose ends.

Final Fantasy 16 was released on June 22nd for PS5 and received extensive critical acclaim. You can check out our review. Despite selling over three million units in its launch week and Square Enix considering initial sales to be “extremely strong,” it didn’t meet the “high end” of expectations.

As per Square Enix president Takashi Kiryu, part of that is the console’s install base, so the company plans to boost its sales for new adopters. The action RPG is currently 20 percent off on the PlayStation Store until September 7th, which may be part of that initiative. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

Here’s a special video message from Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida. #FF16 pic.twitter.com/MjyKzQXHRN

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