Is Final Fantasy XV Hard? Difficulty Rating 5.7/10

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Is Final Fantasy XV Hard? Difficulty Rating 5.7/10 | HDII

Final Fantasy XV

Full Release (2016)

DIFFICULTY

5.7/10

Moderately Difficult

(20 ratings)

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Difficulty Summary

Final Fantasy XV offers a moderate challenge, balancing accessibility with moments that require focus and adaptation.

Why Players Find It Difficult

Players usually describe the challenge in this game as coming from a few core areas:

PC control schemes may add complexity in action-heavy sections
Some mechanics translate differently than on controller
Some mechanics require practice before they feel consistent
The game includes occasional challenge spikes

Who Will Find It Difficult

Final Fantasy XV may challenge beginners and players unfamiliar with similar games, but experienced players will usually find it manageable after learning its systems. Players who rated games like Outer Wilds, God of War, and Final Fantasy VII at a similar challenge level may find Final Fantasy XV broadly comparable in difficulty.

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19 ratings

avg: 5.8

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Based on 20 ratings on Normal/Default difficulty, the average score is 5.7/10. Most players rated this game between 6 and 7.

Developer(s)

Luminous Productions, Square Enix Business Division 2

Publisher(s)

Square Enix

Genre(s)

Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure

Platform(s)

PC (Microsoft Windows), Google Stadia, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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About Final Fantasy XV

Play as Noctis, the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Lucis, as you seek to reclaim your homeland from the imperial army. With your closet friends along for the ride, you’ll travel through the breath-taking world of Eos encountering larger-than-life beasts and unforgiving enemies. Face thrilling combat as you learn to master your weaponry and magic skills by channeling the power of your ancestors.

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