Final Fantasy 16 fans have just discovered that The Rising Tide DLC's "secret boss" is a reworked version of Clive's Shadow, and they're pretty pissed about it.
Final Fantasy 16 Says Goodbye to Fans (MAJOR SPOILERS!!!)
The Rising Tide DLC was a long-awaited expansion for FF16, promising new challenges and surprises. As Square Enix’s “departure” DLC for FF16, it promised a wealth of endgame content, including the daunting Kairos Gate mode and its enigmatic secret boss. Now that the dust has settled on the DLC’s reveal, disappointment is hanging heavy in the air.
Despite high expectations, the reveal of the secret boss was disappointing. Instead of a new opponent, this challenge is simply Clive’s shadow, the same one you encounter in Chapter Two of the base game. For many players, this reskin of an existing boss felt lackluster and failed to deliver the expected excitement of a formidable new foe.
Reactions poured in on a Reddit thread about The Rising Tide DLC, with fans expressing their displeasure at the lack of innovation and excitement in this supposedly climactic event. Some lamented the missed opportunity for a more compelling antagonist, like Gilgamesh or a human Joshua, while others questioned the DLC's overall value.
