Final Fantasy XVI Unveils The Rising Tide DLC: Release Date, Content, and More

Fans of Final Fantasy XVI rejoice! Square Enix has finally revealed the release date, details, and trailer for the highly anticipated first DLC, The Rising Tide.

Final Fantasy XVI The Rising Tide DLC: Release Date

The Rising Tide will set sail on April 18, 2024. Here’s a breakdown of expected release times across the globe:

  • New York City: Midnight ET
  • Los Angeles: 9 PM PT
  • London, England: 5 AM GST
  • Tokyo, Japan: 1 PM JST

Pricing

Players can purchase it individually for $19.99. Alternatively, the $24.99 Expansion Pass grants access to both The Rising Tide and the upcoming Echoes of the Fallen DLC.

Those who choose either option will receive bonus items including a reimagined Curtana weapon from Final Fantasy XIV as well as “Torn from the Heavens” and “Through the Maelstrom” Orchestrion Rolls for the hideaway.

What to Expect in The Rising Tide

The Rising Tide takes place before the main game’s conclusion and tackles a lingering question: the fate of the Eikon of Water. Players will explore a new region and embark on quests that shed light on this aquatic enigma.

This expansion promises a treasure trove of fresh content, including:

  • A new explorable area
  • New abilities to master
  • Engaging side quests
  • Special bonuses

As reported by The Final Fantasy portal site, The Rising Tide marks the final DLC for Final Fantasy XVI.

Final Fantasy XVI The Rising Tide
Image via Square Enix

About Final Fantasy XVI

For those new to the game, Final Fantasy XVI is an action RPG released in 2023 by Square Enix. The story unfolds on the twin continents of Valisthea, where six nations vie for power through magical Crystals and Dominants, special humans who can channel the destructive power of legendary beings called Eikons. As a magical drought threatens the land, tensions escalate between the nations, drawing Clive Rosfield, a protector sworn to his younger brother, into the heart of the conflict.

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