Does FF16 Have New Game Plus? Final Fantasy Mode Explained

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Final Fantasy XVI is bound to be one of the biggest hits of the year and the game that should put mainline entries of this series back on the map. While Final Fantasy 15 has good reviews, it is a divisive title among fans. On the other hand, the MMO has accrued a huge player base, but most Final Fantasy fans haven’t touched it because it is a multiplayer game. Those waiting for the next single-player adventure have much to look forward to, but how much of a challenge does it provide? Well, here’s what you need to know about FFXVI New Game Plus, otherwise known as Final Fantasy mode.

How New Game Plus Works in FFXVI (Final Fantasy Mode)

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Like many other action-adventure games or RPGs, New Game Plus unlocks once you beat the game once, and this is the case for FFXVI. Yet, this mode isn’t as simple as a way to carry over your skills and upgrades. The team behind this game has confirmed that the Final Fantasy Mode in FFXVI will considerably change things. Here is a list of the most notable changes when starting a game in this mode:

Level Cap increased to 100
Higher levels for enemies
Craftable Ultima Weapons
Gold Trophy for completion
New enemy mechanics
A higher number of enemies in certain fights

As you can see, this mode isn’t just a way to help you carry over your upgrades; it is a new way to play the game with new mechanics and items to get. This is fantastic as it’ll let players experience a more challenging game while trying new builds and stronger weapons.

What Carries Over to Final Fantasy Mode?

So far, it is known that upgrades and skills will carry over to the Final Fantasy Mode of FFXVI. This is fantastic as you won’t have to wait to use some of your best skills. Plus, it makes sense because there’ll be an increase in difficulty, so letting you use your unlocked abilities will be great. The best thing about this is the Ultima Weapons which will change things when facing some of the most challenging enemies in this mode.

And that’s a wrap for our guide on Final Fantasy Mode in FFXVI. While many would like to unlock it as soon as possible, we recommend you take it easy during your first playthrough. This narrative-heavy game deserves everyone’s attention due to its fantastic story.

Final Fantasy XVI launches on June 22 on PS5.