Welcome to the ultimate guide for completing all achievements in Final Fantasy XVI. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to obtain every single achievement in the game. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the world of Final Fantasy, this guide is designed to help you conquer the game and reach that coveted 100% completion. So let’s dive in and start unlocking those achievements!
Introduction
Minimum Number of Playthroughs: 2 – You must complete the game in New Game+ on Final Fantasy difficulty and also beat both DLCs on this difficulty.
100% Completion Time: Approximately 70 hours or more.
It’s best to wait until your second playthrough on Final Fantasy difficulty before starting on the DLC achievements, so you don’t have to complete them twice.
This game offers a relatively easy path to 100% completion. However, be aware that there is missable content not related to achievements. When the game warns that it’s your last chance to finish up side content, you should probably take the opportunity to do so. There are permanently missable items if you move on to NG+ without first bringing crafting materials and unique talismans obtained from chests or side quests from your initial playthrough.
Some NG+ equipment requires materials from monsters that are only accessible in the first playthrough, making them unavailable in NG+. Additionally, you need two of each talisman to craft the upgraded NG+ talismans, meaning you won’t be able to craft every talisman unless you bring one of each (excluding purchased talismans) into NG+. Not Required for Achievements^^ But still mentioning them
Note: As you can probably tell, this guide is still incomplete. I’m planning to work on finishing it today but wanted to share the overview in the meantime :p
Story Achievements
AwokenRise from your reverie.
With Great PowerInherit a power unknown.
AcceptanceAccept your fate.
LawlessDefy your fate.
LegacyTurn the corner.
Twilight RoseRevisit the past.
From Stone to SandExact Revenge.
Twin FlamesUnite the flames.
The PromiseBecome one.
A Vessel CompleteCollect the final piece.
Ashes to AshesEscape the Darkness.
Falling StarFulfill a legacy.
Combat Achievements
PunisherPunish 10 enemies (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
You’re Not the Boss of MeDefeat a boss without taking damage.
Made to Be BrokenDefeat 20 enemies while semi-primed (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
It’s Over 50,000Deal an enemy 50,000 damage while it is staggered (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue and while fully primed as Ifrit).
SheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeiftLand 15 Shift Strikes or Shift Shots combined (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Packing HeatExecute and land 2 Heatwave Counters in a single battle (excluding those in the Hall of Virtue).
Fatal AttractionDefeat 5 enemies in the air after using Deadly Embrace (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Never Coming DownLand Gouge, Wicked Wheel, and Rook’s Gambit in midair before landing (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
I Am the ThunderDischarge 50 Blind Justice lightning balls (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Rod to RedemptionLure an enemy into striking a Lightning Rod 3 times before it dissipates (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
UntouchableUse Titanic Block to fend off 10 enemy attacks (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Beat Rocking BlocksLand the third punch of a Titanic Counter twice in a single battle (excluding those in the Hall of Virtue).
100 MfpsLand 100 total hits with Lv. 2 or higher Megaflare (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Such Dodge, So MegaExecute a Precision Dodge 3 times while charging a single Megaflare (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Oh, Snap!Inflict Permafrost on 10 enemies by perfectly dodging attacks with Cold Snap (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Cold-bloodedSimultaneously defeat three or more enemies frozen using Frostbite, Permafrost, or Diamond Dust (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Every Damn SinewLand a Lv. 2 or higher Zantetsuken five times (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
Fistful of SteelExecute 3 Steel Counters in a single battle (excluding those in the Hall of Virtue).
Exploration/Miscellaneous
And They Opened Up My MindCollect six signboards.
Think, Mark!Defeat 10 notorious marks.
Hunter, HuntedClear the Hunt Board.
Trial RunComplete a chronolith trial.
For the HoardObtain all curiosities.
The Pen Is Mightier Open 10 letters at the reading table.
The More You Know Help Harpocrates attain a knowledge level of 5.
Careful WhisperObtain all available items from your patrons.
You Can Pet the DogPet Torgal 5 times.
A Fine HoundExecute and land 5 Precision Sics (excluding battles in the Hall of Virtue).
When You Ride Alone Ride Ambrosia for the first time.
Here Be RosfieldsVisit all areas on the world and local maps.
EurekaSpend 36,000 gil at the Tub & Crown.
Fantasy, FinallyComplete the game on “Final Fantasy” mode.
Character Specific
Yes, EikonMaster all of a single Eikon’s abilities and feats.
MasterclassUpgrade all feats and abilities to their maximum.
With Two DsUpgrade consumable potency and inventory slots to their maximum.
Dressed to the FivesCraft or upgrade 5 pieces of gear.
Half Past TwilightCraft the legendary sword Gotterdammerung.
Echoes of the Fallen DLC
The Rising Tide DLC
Gz!
And that wraps up our share on FINAL FANTASY XVI: Final Fantasy XVI – 100% Achievement Guide. If you have any additional insights or tips to contribute, don’t hesitate to drop a comment below. For a more in-depth read, you can refer to the original article here by Temezi, who deserves all the credit. Happy gaming!