At PAX East 2024, developer and publisher Square Enix announced an April 18th release date for The Rising Tide, the second paid expansion for Final Fantasy XVI. The upcoming DLC, which is expected to focus on Leviathan, follows the release of Echoes of the Fallen in December 2023. To access the new content, players must unlock the “Origin” location and complete the “Priceless” quest.
If you heard in the video preview, they’ve added the music from the Awakening trailer. Here’s Masayoshi Soken giving fans what they asked for.
Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide will feature a brand new story, side quests, areas to explore, a +10 level cap increase, water Eikon abilities for Clive, Orchestrion music rolls to listen to in the Hideaway, and the “Curtana” weapon—the legendary Paladin sword from Final Fantasy XIV. But wait, there’s also this not-so-small menace that’s wielding something way bigger than a chef’s knife.
Steps to Unlock Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide
The new quest will become available after unlocking Origin as a destination on the world map and completing the quests “Where There’s a Will” and “Priceless.”
Necessary steps to complete the quest “Priceless.”
- Complete the side quest “Cut from the Cloth.”
- Complete the side quest “Phoenix, Heal Thyself.”
- Complete the side quest “Where there’s a Will.”
- Reach the main scenario quest “Back to their Origin.”
After completing these steps and talking to Jill, the quest “Priceless” can be accepted in Clive’s hideaway.
Free Update (Ver 1.30) Details
Free Update (Ver. 1.30) will also be available for FINAL FANTASY XVI on the same date as The Rising Tide release, April 18. This update will add quality of life improvements for the game, including:
- Return to a quest giver immediately with the new “Quick Complete” function
- Icon updates for important character quests
- A new Skill Set feature which allows players to save up to 5 unique Feat and Ability sets
- Abilities and Accessories adjusted for easier use
- New “Custom” controller type allows for freely customizable button layouts
- Tone correction, screen effects, and more added to Photo Mode
- Numerous new orchestrion rolls added
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Final Fantasy XVI: The Rising Tide debuts on April 18th for the PlayStation 5. For more details regarding this DLC, browse the official website. Our reviews of the base game and Echoes of the Fallen can be found on our game page (spoiler alert: Zach loved it!).
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