Get ready for an epic clash of titans as Final Fantasy XVI takes the gaming world to real life! Following the release of the popular demo, excitement for the latest installment in Square-Enix‘s flagship RPG series has reached new heights. To further ignite the hype, massive Final Fantasy XVI art displays have appeared in some of Japan’s busiest subway stations.
In Final Fantasy XVI, the game’s powerful summoned monsters, now known as Eikons, play a pivotal role. These colossal creatures, representing different warring kingdoms, unleash devastating attacks on the battlefield. To capture the essence of these creatures, Square-Enix has created six mural-sized images showcasing pairs of Eikons on the brink of an epic clash. These captivating artworks can be found at Tokyo’s Den-en-toshi Line Shibuya Station Big Signage Premium area, Osaka’s Umeda Station Umeda Arch Vision, and Fukuoka’s Tenjin Station Premium Screen Tenjin.
In a nod to Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida’s desire to return the series to its pure fantasy roots, the murals deviate from the CG/polygonal models used in the game. Square-Enix commissioned actual paintings, which were then reproduced for these stunning station displays.
Among the battles depicted, three highlight Ifrit, the fire-based Eikon representing the protagonist Cilve’s home nation of Rosaria. Ifrit, often portrayed as the most aggressive and warlike summon monster in the Final Fantasy universe, adds an extra level of intensity to the murals.
The Shibuya displays are digital, featuring video footage from the game and time-lapse sequences that showcase the creation of the paintings. For a cutting-edge visual experience, head to Cross Shinjuku Vision in Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood, where a captivating 3D-effect video billboard sets the stage for an animated Eikon showdown.
The art displays at Shibuya and Umeda are already captivating viewers until October 25, while Tenjin Station’s exhibit will run from October 21st to October 27th. The Eikons’ fierce battles in Shinjuku will continue until November 2nd.
