Final Fantasy XV Game Update and Holiday Theme Content Revealed

Written by Brandon Hofer on December 16, 2016

News: Final Fantasy XV is getting a nice game update just before Christmas that includes both free and premium content.

Final Fantasy XV is giving players some new content for the holidays with a “Holiday Pack” (which is free) and a “Holiday Pack+” which is premium content. All players can download a free update for the game which adds a New Game+ feature allowing those who have completed the game’s main line story to start a new game with all previous gameplay data intact. Starting December 22nd, players will be able to get a new photo frame feature where players can choose from a variety of themed photo frames that can be applied to and accessorized with Prompto’s photographs.

Fans who hold the Final Fantasy XV Season Pass or own the Final Fantasy XV Digital Premium Edition will also have access to the premium Holiday Pack + DLC for even more exclusive in-game items.

The “Holiday Pack” (Free Version) will also be available for download next week offering fans a selection of useful accessories as well as a Carnival Passport for the Moogle Chocobo Carnival which takes place late January. The “Holiday Pack” (Free Version) includes:

Warrior’s Fanfare - A scroll of sheet music containing a song of jubilation that provides additional AP for earning an A+ in Offense outside of training.

Nixperience Band - A device that stops experience points from being tallied, preventing the party from leveling up for an added challenge.

Carnival Passport - An adorably adorned ticket that whisks the bearer away to a fun-filled carnival for a limited time.

Choco-Mog Tee (available late January) - An exclusive T-shirt featuring everyone’s favorite fluffy and feathery friends. Colorful, comfy and appropriate for any carnival-goer.

The premium Holiday Pack+ includes the following:

Ring of Resistance - A protective piece of jewelry that renders the entire party to be resistant to magical friendly fire.

Tech Turbocharger - A device for Noctis that accelerates the tech bar replenishment rate, but freezes the Armiger bar.

Armiger Accelerator - A device for Noctis that accelerates the Armiger bar replenishment rate, but freezes the tech bar.

Blitzer’s Fanfare - A scroll of sheet music containing a song of jubilation that provides additional AP for earning an A+ in Time outside of training.

Tactician’s Fanfare - A scroll of sheet music containing a song of jubilation that provides additional AP for earning an A+ in Finesse outside of training.

Key of Prosperity - A lucky charm that increases the rate at which fallen foes leave behind items of value.

Stamina Badge - A device that enables Noctis to sprint and hang without expending stamina.

Carnival Passport - An adorably adorned ticket that whisks the bearer away to a fun-filled carnival for a limited time.

Festive Ensemble (available late January) - A fancy and fun outfit perfectly suited for enjoying the festivities. The darling design puts all who see it in high spirits.

Holiday Pack + Exclusive Photo Frames (available late January) - Additional themes the player can add to Prompto's photos when sharing over social media.

Players who have the Season Pass or the Digital Premium Edition should also download the Holiday Pack (Free Version) as the items will not be automatically downloaded.

Final Fantasy XV is available now for the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4. A Season Pass is also available through the Xbox Games Store and PlayStation Store for $24.99, granting players access to future downloadable digital content and special rewards unique to each console. The title supports HDR graphics on the Xbox One S and PlayStation4 Pro system.

Will you be downloading this new content? Will you stick with the free stuff or purchase the premium content?