Final Fantasy 16 performance issues: Possible fixes (with mods) and reasons

Since its release on September 17, 2024, the Final Fantasy 16 PC version has been plagued with a plethora of performance issues. From weird frame drops to cutscenes being locked to 30 FPS and stuttering, the PC port has its fair share of problems that Square Enix has yet to address.

Fortunately, there are a few unofficial workarounds you can try until the developers come up with official fixes. This article will go over a few such unofficial methods to fix performance on Final Fantasy 16 PC version.

Note: These mods are not guaranteed to work for everyone.

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A few mods to fix performance for Final Fantasy 16 PC

There are a few mods that can help you stabilize the performance of Final Fantasy 16 for PC. Below we will discuss these mods, and how to install them to fix any issues that you might have.

1) FFVIFix

The cutscenes in Final Fantasy 16 on PC run at a capped 30FPS with no way of uncapping them. This mod fixes this issue and also adds ultrawide/narrower monitor support. Alongside that, it also allows you to adjust the field of view.

• Go to Nexusmods and download the mod.
• Extract the file to your game library (For Steam it is steamapps\common\FINAL FANTASY XVI).

Download the FFVIFix mod via Nexus Mods

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2) Stutter - High CPU and Disk Priority

Unlike the previous mod, this one can actually boost the performance of the game on PC. It is a simple registry editor that enables high CPU and disk usage for Final Fantasy 16, allowing you to get smoother performance and better frames while playing.

• Go to Nexusmods and download the mod.
• Extract the files.
• Run the Install FFXVI High CPU Priority. reg file to install the mod.

You can uninstall the mod by using Uninstall. reg file.

Download the Anti Stutter - High CPU and Disk Priority mod via Nexus Mods

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3) High Priority in 3 Processes (Eliminate Stuttering in CPU - DISK - RAM)

This is another mod that can fix Final Fantasy 16 PC's performance. This one works similarly to our last mod, as it is a registry editor that prioritizes the game's performance over other tasks.

• Go to Nexusmods and download the mod.
• Extract the files.
• Run the Install Final Fantasy XVI High Priority Processes. reg file to install the mod.

Download the High Priority in 3 Processes (Eliminate Stuttering in CPU - DISK - RAM) mod via NexusMods

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Possible reasons for performance issues of Final Fantasy 16 PC version

Some users have reported that they are experiencing performance issues while playing FF16 on PC. This is likely due to some optimization issues with the port that Square Enix has yet to address.

It is worth noting that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Integrade also suffered from many performance issues, which were sorted out with various hotfixes in due time.

Your PC specifications not meeting the system requirements may also be one of the reasons you are having performance issues. In such a case, check out our guide on Final Fantasy 16 PC settings to optimize the game for the best possible experience.

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Hopefully using these mods will fix performance for Final Fantasy 16 PC port and you will be able to roam the continent of Valisthea without any issues.