Is Final Fantasy 16 getting a Day One patch?

Square Enix's confidence attests to the polish and detail Square Enix has put into FF16. This implies gamers can expect the smoothest and most immersive experience when they begin their journey in the game.

This is the type of claim that a company can only make after subjecting the game to rigorous quality control and testing processes, which could explain the game's lengthy development time.

More importantly, it sends a positive message to gamers. After seeing The Last of Us Part 1, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Redfall all launch with issues this year, Final Fantasy 16 will be the first and perhaps only AAA title that will make this kind of promise.

It's a welcome change that gamers will likely appreciate in light of what's gone on in recent months.

Of course, this approach doesn't completely rule out the possibility of minor tweaks and updates in the future. Merely, it suggests that such changes won't be critical or urgent. Also, FF16 is going to have a free demo sometime next month and Square Enix will likely use it as an opportunity to gather feedback so that the game doesn't need a massive Day One patch on June 22.

Now, is this enough to thrust FF16 into the Game of the Year conversation? Probably. But, we don't think any game will be beating The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom this year.

This isn't a knock on FF16. Rather, it just proves that gamers have eaten well lately and things can only get better from here.

Make sure to keep your eyes out on what critics are saying days ahead of the release of FF16 on the week of June 22.