Final Fantasy XVI's director, Naoki Yoshida (Yoshi-P), has politely requested that fans refrain from 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, Yoshida addressed the modding community, emphasizing a desire to avoid mods deemed "offensive or inappropriate." While acknowledging the creative potential of modding, he declined to specify examples, stating that highlighting certain types of mods might inadvertently encourage their creation. His primary concern is maintaining a respectful and appropriate gaming experience for all players.
Yoshida's experience with previous Final Fantasy titles likely exposes him to a range of mods, some of which fall outside community standards. While many mods enhance gameplay or add cosmetic elements (like the Half-Life costume mod for FFXV), others contain NSFW content. Although Yoshida didn't explicitly mention NSFW mods, they clearly fall under the umbrella of "offensive or inappropriate" content. Examples include mods that replace character models with nude meshes and high-resolution textures.
With the PC release boasting features like a 240fps frame rate cap and advanced upscaling technologies, Yoshida's request underscores a commitment to maintaining a positive and respectful environment for all players.
