Final Fantasy 16 Modding Guidelines Issued for "Respectful" Creations

Final Fantasy XVI's director, Naoki Yoshida (Yoshi-P), has politely requested that fans avoid creating or installing "offensive or inappropriate" mods for the PC release.

Final Fantasy XVI PC Launch: September 17th

Yoshi-P's Plea for Responsible Modding

In a recent interview with PC Gamer, Yoshi-P addressed the modding community, urging them to refrain from developing or using mods deemed "offensive or inappropriate." While PC Gamer inquired about potentially humorous mods, Yoshi-P prioritized the avoidance of harmful content. He explicitly stated a desire to prevent the creation and distribution of such material, without specifying examples to avoid inadvertently encouraging them.

Given Yoshi-P's experience with previous Final Fantasy titles, his request likely stems from exposure to problematic mods in the past. Modding communities, such as Nexusmods and Steam Workshop, host a wide range of content, from graphical enhancements to cosmetic alterations. However, NSFW and offensive mods also exist. While Yoshi-P didn't provide specifics, this type of content clearly falls under his stated concerns. Examples include mods that replace character models with nude or highly suggestive content.

With Final Fantasy XVI's PC release boasting features like a 240fps frame rate cap and advanced upscaling technologies, Yoshi-P's request emphasizes a commitment to maintaining a respectful and positive player experience.