Final Fantasy 16 demo: How to download

A demo for Final Fantasy 16 has finally been released, and if you’re keen to step into the world of Valisthea, here’s everything you need to know about how to download the demo.

The highly anticipated Final Fantasy 16 has almost arrived, and after initially confirming a demo would be coming in November 2022, it was officially announced by Square Enix during the game’s pre-launch celebration live stream on June 11, 2023.

The demo was released for PlayStation 5 players on June 12, 2023, so for the diehard fans and those players who are still on the fence, you can experience a lengthy section of the game now. Here’s exactly how to download the demo and what content you can expect to see.

How to download the Final Fantasy 16 demo

Players can download the demo now via the PlayStation Store.

Here’s a full breakdown of how to access and play the Final Fantasy 16 demo:

• Power on your PlayStation 5 console.
• Navigate to the PlayStation Store tab, which is found on the home screen.
• Search for the Final Fantasy 16 demo.
• Select ‘Download.’
• Once the installation is complete, embark on Clive’s adventure.

What content is in the demo?

According to a post on the official PlayStation Blog, the demo will feature “two lengthy sections showcasing what you can expect from FFXVI.” These include the game’s prologue, which will be approximately two and a half hours of slice-of-life gameplay, where players are introduced to protagonist Clive Rosfield, and get an insight into his past and the events that set him on his path in the game.

Once you’ve completed the prologue, a special battle demo will be unlocked, which will be an “approximately two-hour, action-heavy segment.” This section will focus on Clive having to infiltrate a fort at night alongside his trusty companions, and will let players “test out the full range of combat options by way of numerous unlocked abilities and accessories.”

The battle demo can be replayed as many times as you want, however, the prologue can only be experienced once, but the prologue’s save data will be carried over into the full game when it launches on June 22, 2023.

So, there you have it, that’s everything we currently know about the Final Fantasy 16 demo. While you’re waiting for the game’s full release, check out our Final Fantasy page for the latest news.