The Final Fantasy composer has explained that a small feature makes the game’s music more dynamic. Many gamers think this is great and want it to be the same for other games.
The developers of Final Fantasy XVI have now explained that not only the game, but also a small piece of software will be installed on the PS5. And that ensures that the music works much better and as if from a single source.
Many players are now declaring on Reddit that they want this feature for other games as well. Because once you’ve experienced it, you won’t want to play without the feature again.
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Software on the PS5 edits music in real time
What exactly will be installed on the PS5? FF16 composer Masayoshi Soken explains that the game installs a “mini-Soken” on the PS5. This is supposed to be an allusion to his name (via natalie.mu):
If you play FF16 then a ‘mini soken’ will be installed on your PS5 along with the software. The ‘Mini Soken’ edits the music in real time, adjusting the volume to match the style and speed of the game.
Even if you play without problems or it takes a long time, you get the feeling
‘Good music plays in a good place’, and even when the fight ends, the closes
the music to match the scene. This is possible because ‘Mini-Soken’ works hard in real time.
How are the reactions? A number of gamers are very impressed and state that they would like such a feature for other games as well. This would make many games feel much more dynamic.
Other games tend to use the “mallet” method: when a fight is over, the music title stops abruptly and the next music begins. The dynamics are often missing here and it always seems very intentional and not very suitable for the game.
That’s why many players are positively surprised and explain that such a feature belongs in many more games. So someone writes:
Noticing that the music syncs with the status of the battle makes you wish all games did.
Another adds that he had noticed that too, but hadn’t known the reason for it yet: “I was surprised about that too. I’ve noticed how well the music fits throughout. I appreciate very much. The music in this game is amazing.”
If you are looking for a reason why you should buy Final Fantasy XVI, read Cortyn’s comment on MeinMMO:
Final Fantasy 16 is the game you should all buy a PlayStation for