Release Date and Hour of release of the Final Fantasy 16 demo and how to download it on PS5?

Fans of the Final Fantasy franchise are excited to learn that the Final Fantasy 16 (FF16) demo on PS5 is about to be released. Square Enix has organized a pre-launch live event to celebrate this occasion and has invited series fans to join the livestream to experience this new spectacular adventure.

During this event on Monday, June 12, 2023, players will have the opportunity to test the Final Fantasy XVI demo on PS5. We provide you with the date, duration, and a guide on how to download the FF16 demo on PlayStation 5.

When will the FF16 demo be available?

According to the information provided by Square Enix, PS5 players will be able to download and play the Final Fantasy 16 demo starting from June 12, 2023, at 01:00 PDT / 04:00 EDT / 09:00 BST. In France, this will correspond to 10:00 AM.

What are the features of the FF16 demo?

The demo goes beyond a simple preview, offering over two hours of gameplay, including content from the prologue. And that's not all, your progress in the demo can be saved and transferred to the full version of Final Fantasy 16 upon its release.

Additionally, a special combat demo will be unlocked once the prologue is completed. It will allow you to participate in an epic battle against an Eikon!

How to download the FF16 demo on PS5?

Follow these simple steps to download the Final Fantasy 16 demo on your PS5:

• Turn on your PS5 and navigate to the PlayStation Store page.
• Use the search function to find the Final Fantasy 16 demo.
• Select the demo from the search results and click "Download."

Make sure you have enough free space on your console before starting the download. The file size of the demo has not been specified by Square Enix, but plan for sufficient capacity for an optimal gaming experience.

Why should you download the FF16 demo?

Downloading the demo will not only allow you to taste one of the most anticipated role-playing games on PS5 but also get a head start on the full game.

As mentioned earlier, all progress made in the demo will be transferred to the final version upon its release. This is a golden opportunity to dive into the world of FF16, familiarize yourself with its new combat system, and discover its characters.

Featuring a complete overhaul of the turn-based combat system to become an authentic action RPG, Final Fantasy 16 may be one of the most anticipated installments in the series, much like Final Fantasy VII Remake. With an ambitious promise of over 70 hours of gameplay and battles inspired by the Devil May Cry franchise, this title should be packed with captivating side quests and additional activities.

Final Fantasy XVI offers players a total immersion in a completely new story set in the epic and dark world of Valisthea. This world is threatened by the spread of the Black Blight, jeopardizing the peace maintained by the light of the Mother Crystals.

You will follow the fate of Clive Rosfield, a brave warrior known as the "Shield of Rosaria," whose determination is to protect his younger brother Joshua, the Phoenix's Emissary, the Primordial of fire. Unfortunately, a tragedy will disrupt the course of their existence, pushing Clive to swear revenge against Ifrit, a Primordial harbinger of misfortune.