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- Final Fantasy 16 didn’t launch to massive numbers on Steam.
- A new report reveals that the game has sold only 289K copies on Steam since its launch.
- Square Enix is now shifting its focus to releasing games on different platforms to attract more sales.
Square Enix launched Final Fantasy 16 exclusively on the PlayStation 5 in mid-2023. The sales were pretty good, given it was launched on a single console, but Square Enix always has high expectations for its franchises.
So, the gaming giant finally released the game on PC in September to attract more players. However, the game seems to have severely underperformed on the platform, as it has sold only 289K units since its launch.
Why it matters: Square Enix launched Final Fantasy 16 on PC after over a year, killing the game’s hype and ultimately hurting sales.
The game on launch peaked at just 27.5 players on Steam, which is pretty low for a title as big as FF16. While low sales were expected, it seems like Square Enix has been disappointed yet again.
A new report has revealed that there were no recent updates regarding the game’s PC sales. The report then revealed that it has only sold 289k units on the PC since the launch in September, which is highly concerning given how massive the Steam players are.
The JRPG Final Fantasy XVI had a low-key launch on Steam in September 2024 and only managed to sell 289,000 copies on that platform. The lack of a sales update in the latest report raises questions about its performance.
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Square Enix’s operating income is down, and revenue has declined massively. The company also lost nearly $350M in market capitalization.
Now, Square Enix has changed its strategy and is moving toward multiplatform releases, so PC and Xbox launches are expected on day one. The gaming giant also aims to bring many of its previous games to Xbox.
Delaying launch on PC doesn’t seem to work anymore as it hurts a game’s sales, which Square Enix has learned thoroughly. So, hopefully, the company’s new strategy will turn the tables in its favor.
What do you think of the game’s performance on PC? Do you think the Japanese publisher should have launched it on day one PC? Let us know what you think in the comments section below, or join the discussion at the official Tech4Gamers forums.
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Obaid is pursuing a Law degree while working as a content writer. He has worked as a gaming writer for over three years because of his passion for the medium and reporting the latest updates in the industry. Having played hundreds of games, Obaid finds himself coming back to Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077, and Red Dead Redemption 2, with these games being among his favorites. He has also been mentioned on highly regarded websites, such as Wccftech, Metro UK, PS Lifestyle, GamePressure, VGC, and Gamespot.
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