FF16's PC Port Struggles to Max Out Even with a RTX 4090

Final Fantasy XVI's PC launch, alongside a PS5 update, has unfortunately been plagued by performance hiccups and glitches. This article details the specific problems affecting both platforms.

Final Fantasy XVI: PC Performance Bottlenecks and PS5 Glitches

FFXVI PC: Performance Challenges Even on High-End Hardware

While developer Naoki Yoshida recently requested fans avoid creating offensive mods, the game's PC port faces more significant challenges. Even top-tier graphics cards struggle to maintain optimal performance. Despite expectations of smooth 4K 60fps gameplay, benchmarks reveal this isn't consistently achievable, even with the powerful NVIDIA RTX 4090.

DSOGaming's John Papadopoulos reports that maintaining a steady 60fps at native 4K with maximum settings proves difficult. This is unexpected, given the RTX 4090's leading position in the consumer GPU market.

However, there's a potential solution. Enabling DLSS 3 Frame Generation with DLAA reportedly boosts frame rates beyond 80fps. DLSS 3 leverages AI to generate additional frames, enhancing smoothness, while DLAA is an anti-aliasing technique that improves image quality with minimal performance impact compared to traditional methods.

Arriving on PC on September 17th, following its PlayStation 5 debut over a year prior, the Complete Edition includes the base game and its two story expansions. Before launching the game, ensure your system meets the minimum or recommended specifications for a smooth experience.

Minimum System Requirements

Recommended System Requirements