Final Fantasy XVI Receives Handheld Optimization – But Only for Xbox Store Purchases
A new update for Final Fantasy XVI improves performance on the Xbox Ally adn Xbox Ally X, however, the optimization is currently exclusive to players who purchased the game through the Microsoft/Xbox Store. The update, which adds a “Handheld Optimized” badge to the game’s store page, indicates improved playability on the handheld devices.
Square Enix released the update to enhance the Final Fantasy XVI experiance on the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. While specific performance improvements haven’t been detailed, the “Handheld Optimized” designation confirms the game is intended to run correctly on the devices following the update.
though, inquiries to the developer regarding a similar update for the Steam version of the game have yielded no information. Sources indicate the initial declaration specifically referenced the Microsoft/Xbox Store, suggesting the optimization may not be available to players who purchased Final Fantasy XVI on Steam.
This discrepancy leaves players who already own the game on Steam potentially without the benefits of the optimization, and facing a possible need to repurchase the title to experience the improved performance. The extent of the changes included in the update remains undisclosed, leaving uncertainty about the impact on Steam users.
Final Fantasy XVI is currently available for purchase on the Xbox Store for $49.99: https://www.microsoft.com/store/productId/9PNN223H8MLZ
