Final Fantasy 16has been a massive hit among gaming aficionados.Square Enix discardedits turn-based system for a more action-packed approach inFinal Fantasy 16.Players no longer have to wait for their turn; instead, combat takes place in real time. The developers have done a fantastic job of ensuring that the game is thoroughly enjoyable.
As an action game, there is a great deal of focus on the combat. Clive, the main protagonist, faces many dangerous foes in his quests, and defeating them is no easy task. Players will have to make sure that Clive’s gear and abilities are top-notch. Whiledifferent gear itemsare scattered throughout the world, abilities have to be unlocked with ability points. These points can be earned after defeating enemies. This guide will cover all the abilities inFinal Fantasy 16and how to master them.
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All Final Fantasy 16 Abilities
Players can seeall the abilities inFinal Fantasy 16by hitting the Pause button and scrolling to the Abilities tab. The abilities are in the wheel. Players can see each ability using the analog stick or the D-pad.
Melee Attack
This particular ability is unlocked by default, and it is one of the most used skills in the game. Players can string a combo of four consecutive strikes by pressing the Square button. This ability is necessary to parry an incoming attack.
Dodge
Dodge is an important skillinFinal Fantasy 16, and it is crucial that players master it. Like Melee Attack, this ability is unlocked at the beginning of the game. Players can dodge incoming attacks by pressing the R1 button.
Precision Dodge
It is impossible to overstate the importance of a precision dodge. to use precision dodge, players will have to press the R1 button just before the enemy’s attack. They can follow it up with a precision counter or a precision counter shot by pressing the Square button or the Triangle button, respectively.
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Jump
Jump is a basic but useful ability that allows Clive to reach new places. It is also used in conjunction with other abilities to attack big enemies.
Aerial Attack
Players can perform aerial attacks by pressing the X button to jump in the air. Once airborne, they will have to press the Square button to hit the enemy. Players can chain three strikes for a nice combo.
Magic
Magic is available to use at the very beginning of the game. Players can use magic by pressing the Triangle button. Unlike melee attacks, magic can also be used while evading an enemy’s strike.
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Magic Burst
Magic Burst is a combination attackthat targets the Will Gauge of an enemy. to use Magic Burst, players will have to press the Square button followed by the Triangle button.
Lunge
Lunge needs to be unlocked, and it costs 25 Ability Points. Given its low cost, it won’t take long for players to learn it. Lunge can be used by pressing both the X and Square buttons at the same time.
Downthrust
Downthrust is available for just 30 Ability Points. In order to use it, players will have to make Clive jump in the air. Subsequently, they will have to push both the X and Square buttons to complete the move.
