Very minor spoilers below. I won't spoil any plot points, but if you don't want to know anything at all, well maybe you shouldn't be reading reviews.
This game is incredible. The combat system is amazing, there is tons to do, the story is fantastic and emotional, and it's chock full of some of the coolest moments in gaming.
The combat takes a bit to get used to, but once you do it's fast and fluid, while remaining the strategy the series is known for. The difference here is you have to make split-second decisions. That is, unless you turn on Wait Mode, which pauses the game in the middle of combat whenever you stop moving, and gives you a more tactical view of the combat. Personally I've only used Wait Mode once in my 100+ (and rising) hours of gameplay, but it will be perfect for those who like to slow it down a bit.
The story itself is relatively short. Honestly, it could probably be beaten in 20-30 hours easily if you run straight through. That being said, I beat it at 68 hours of game time, since I did so much side stuff. You have side quests, hunts, extra dungeons, and some other things to do on the side. Some of the side quests can get a bit boring, but for the most part they are not. One person has you go collect a dog tag from a spot on the map and bring it back. Pretty boring, but you usually get good items from him. On the other hand, there are a few cool base-infiltration stealth missions that reminded me of Metal Gear Solid. That is, if Snake could teleport. Hunts are simple "go here, kill this" missions. Hunt enemies are tougher than your stock standard enemies, and may have some variations. They also yield higher rewards in the form of money, experience, and items. Some may find these tedious as there are a LOT of them but I find them interesting. It doesn't take long to get to them, and the fights can be tough and rewarding. The extra dungeons are always awesome, and the level designers for this game need to be getting paid a lot. All of the dungeons in the game are designed insanely well, even the couple I hated to go through. A few of them are really tough, but they're all really good looking back. After you beat the game, nine more dungeons unlock. One is a secret platforming-and-puzzles-only dungeon with literally zero enemies inside of it that is hard to find if you don't know where to look or how to get there. It's honestly one of the toughest things I've ever done in a video game. I spent three and a half hours in there and wanted to rip my hair out by the end of it because it was so frustrating and stressful. Again, though, the design was fantastic when I look back at it. The other eight are the exact opposite, dungeons where all you do is fight. Go down some stairs, go into a room, fight some monsters. Do this a *LOT* of times. And they are TOUGH. Great for completionists and fans who want to do everything. More bosses unlock in the wild after the game is beaten as well. Some other side things include chocobo racing, fishing (which is surprisingly deep), and a semi-hidden colosseum where you can bet on fights between monsters and daemons for some pretty sweet rewards.
The story is amazing if you really get into it. I highly recommend watching the Kingsglaive movie and the Brotherhood anime before playing the game for more backstory, but this isn't necessary. There isn't much I can say about the story without spoiling it, so I won't say much. The story is fantastic and emotional, and I found myself getting really attached to the characters within it. Each of the four main characters fills effectively a different stereotype, which will draw each person who plays the game to one of them. The characters felt like real people to me a lot of the time, this only being broken up by some repeated voice lines that can get annoying. That being said, there are a lot of different lines they say and the reactions to specific things going on around them are fantastic. The voice actors were given a bit of freedom to make it feel authentic so there aren't any jokes lost in translation or anything like that. The story itself starts off simple but slowly gets more complex and interesting. Towards the end of the game, you're cannonballing through wondering WHAT is going on and just knowing that you want more. It all feels insanely important and it gets incredibly intense and awesome the further you get in.
This game has several moments that, if transferred over to almost any other game, would each individually be the coolest moment in most games. Part of why I think the story is short was because they put a lot of resources into making pretty much every moment of the main story awesome. Massive set pieces and moments that led to me saying "wow" and several astonished expletives more than in any other game I have ever played. The summons, the plot twists, the events, the bosses, everything forms together in ways that consistently blew my mind. Actually take the time to understand exactly what is happening around you and look at everything, and your mind will be blown as well.
In all, Final Fantasy XV is one of the greatest games I have ever played in my life. It legitimately made me laugh, cry, and everything in between. It breathes some much-needed life into a fantastic series that had unfortunately started to lose its way. This game stands up with games like Ocarina of Time and Skyrim for me and I can't wait for more. Thank you, Square Enix, for this masterpiece of a game.
Frequently bought together
This item: Final Fantasy XV Deluxe Edition - Xbox One
$26.95
Get it May 5 - 7
Only 5 left in stock - order soon.
Xbox One
+
$24.64
Get it as soon as Saturday, May 3
Only 2 left in stock - order soon.
Xbox One
+
$44.95
Only 1 left in stock - order soon.
Xbox Series X
Total price: $00
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Choose items to buy together.
Customers who bought this item also bought
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
Product information
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00662248918204 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 662248918204 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Microsoft Xbox One, Microsoft Xbox One S, Microsoft Xbox One X |
| ASIN | B01DJPA8WC |
| Release date | November 29, 2016 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #38,813 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #850 in Xbox One Games |
| Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 5.4 x 6.7 inches; 4.8 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Rated | Teen |
| Item model number | 91820 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Square Enix |
| Date First Available | March 31, 2016 |
Warranty & Support
Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here
Feedback
Would you like to
tell us about a lower price?
Final Fantasy XV Deluxe Edition - Xbox One
Share:
Found a lower price? Let us know. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive.
Where did you see a lower price?
Please sign in to provide feedback.
From the manufacturer
Reclaim Your Throne
As the Crown Prince Noctis and his three best friends set out on a journey to wed his fiancée Luna, a terrible tragedy befalls his country. Under the guise of peace, the neighboring Niflheim Empire invades the kingdom of Lucis, severing his connection to his father King Regis and Luna.
Season Pass - (Sold Separately)
The Final Fantasy XV Season PASS gives you access to three original episodes and an online co-op multiplayer mode. Gladio, Ignis and Prompto will become playable characters for the first time ever and a new play mode for up to 4 players will be added to the game.
Massive Open World
Experience a vast open world with a variety of different landscapes that resemble real world locations.
Unique Magic
Craft, combine, and obtain elements from around the world to create devastating magic.
Intense Combat
Ready yourself with a variety of different weapons never before experienced in Final Fantasy.
Huge Monsters
The universe of Eos is rich with diverse landscapes, mysterious dungeons, and intimidating beasts to battle.
New and Sealed
This is the real deal, I was scared at first this wasn’t going to be a new sealed copy, but it was indeed. My copy off FFXV Deluxe Edition come new and sealed. It came with the Deluxe Edition steel cover case, the game, extra DLC downloads and a movie. Very very happy with the product. Great for any Final Fantasy Collection.
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews. Please reload the page.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2016Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2016Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
This is the real deal, I was scared at first this wasn’t going to be a new sealed copy, but it was indeed. My copy off FFXV Deluxe Edition come new and sealed. It came with the Deluxe Edition steel cover case, the game, extra DLC downloads and a movie. Very very happy with the product. Great for any Final Fantasy Collection.
Images in this review
- Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2016Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2017Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
Top reviews from other countries
- Donella CullReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2017
Five Stars
Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase -
PepeReviewed in Mexico on February 17, 2018
FFXV
Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase -
El PoemsReviewed in Mexico on August 29, 2017
FABULOSO
Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase - Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2018
NOICE
Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase - KryptexReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 31, 2017
Great game
Platform: Xbox OneEdition: Deluxe EditionVerified Purchase
