Final Fantasy XVI director Naoki Yoshida ("Yoshi-P") has politely requested that fans avoid creating or installing "offensive or inappropriate" modifications 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 creating or using mods deemed "offensive or inappropriate." While PC Gamer inquired about potentially humorous mods, Yoshi-P prioritized the avoidance of harmful content. He declined to specify examples, stating that highlighting any particular type of mod might inadvertently encourage it. His core message was a clear request for respectful and appropriate modding practices.
Yoshi-P's experience with previous Final Fantasy titles likely exposed him to a range of mods, some falling into the "inappropriate" or "offensive" categories. Online modding communities like Nexusmods and Steam host a wide variety of mods, from graphical enhancements to cosmetic crossovers. However, the existence of NSFW and other potentially harmful mods necessitates a reminder about responsible content creation and usage. While Yoshi-P didn't explicitly define "offensive or inappropriate," such mods, including those featuring explicit content or character alterations, clearly fall under this umbrella.
Final Fantasy XVI's PC release boasts improvements such as a 240fps frame rate cap and various upscaling technologies. Yoshi-P's request underscores a desire to maintain a respectful and positive experience for all players.
