The newest version of Final Fantasy will be coming out in early 2018 for PC via Steam.
Square Enix Final Fantasy XV “contains content from the free updates to the console versions & paid DLC originally available through the Season Pass.”
The Steam website says the game will be in ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10. Graphical options can also be configured to support up to 8K.
According to the Square Enix press release, “With the help of NVIDIA, we are creating a stunning visual experience in FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION, one worthy of this beloved franchise,” said Hajime Tabata, Director of FINAL FANTASY XV. “NVIDIA pushes the pace of innovation in our industry, and that benefits gamers and developers alike.”
FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION will include the following GameWorks technology for real-time graphics and physics simulations:
NVIDIA Flow – creates vivid, combustible fluid, fire and smoke.
NVIDIA HairWorks – creates dynamic, life-like hair and fur for characters, animals and monsters that inhabit the game.
NVIDIA ShadowWorks – enables characters to cast shadows on themselves.
NVIDIA Turf Effects – creates life-like grass and vegetation in the game environment.
NVIDIA VXAO – adds depth and realism based on the physics principles shadows and light.
NVIDIA Ansel™, an in-game photography tool that allows gamers to compose shots from any position, adjust with post-process filters, capture HDR images in high fidelity formats, and share screenshots in 360 via a smartphone, PC or VR headset.
NVIDIA ShadowPlay™ Highlights automatically captures the player’s greatest gaming achievements in video and screenshot, enabling seamless sharing through social channels.