As a lifelong Final Fantasy fanatic with over 200 hours across the series, I live for hunting trophies in these incredible games. FF16 brings a fresh new world brimming with 50 trophies to earn—including the prestigious platinum "The Chronicler."
Based on my extensive expertise, I‘ve crafted the most in-depth trophy guide possible for my fellow passionate collectors. You‘ll find everything you need to obtain FF16‘s full trophy list efficiently right here!
Breakdown of Final Fantasy 16‘s Trophy Rarities
Below I‘ve visualized the full spread of trophies by rarity in FF16:
As you can see, the majority are bronze at 40 total. Meanwhile, the rare platinum makes up just 2% by itself. This means completing FF16 fully is no small feat!
Getting the platinum requires earning every other trophy first. And many of those rely on combing through extensive side content, besting brutal post-game bosses, or mastering complex combat systems.
Fortunately, I‘m here to make the journey easier with specialized tips in the guide sections below…
Bronze Trophy Analysis
Bronze trophies make up the largest share at 80% of the total trophies. They broadly come from:
- Progressing the main story – 13 trophies from start to endings
- Optional combat feats – 12 trophies for counters, spells, etc
- Maxing out an Eikon – 4 trophies via its skill tree
- Equipping gear/using items – 4 trophies from armor, weapons, potions
- Exploring side content > 7 trophies hunting marks, pets, maps, etc
With strategic play, you can earn over half the bronze trophies through regular story completion and side escapades. Stay tuned for tips on mopping up the rest!
Silver Trophy Analysis
The 6 silver trophies represent 12% of all trophies in FF16. They have stricter requirements than bronze, pushing players to engage deeply with activities like:
- Hunts
- Collecting rare curios
- Besting brutal weapons
- Obtaining gifts for every patron
- Finding hidden signboards
- Achieving massive combat feats
With dedication and by utilizing my FF16 expertise below, you can gather these trophies reliably.
Gold Trophy Analysis
Only two gold trophies exist in FF16, earned for:
- Completing the main story questline fully
- Maxing out every combat and character upgrade
While brief in number, these trophies require thoroughness and grind to obtain. Expect to spend 40+ hours embracing FF16’s expansive customization and narrative to unlock them!
Platinum Trophy
The prestigious platinum trophy "The Chronicler" unlocks only when you secure all 49 other trophies. Consider it a trophy for obtaining trophies, if you will!
Given the effort and dedication this demands, just 2-4% of Final Fantasy 16 players will likely ever earn its platinum. Will you stand among gaming’s most elite?
Step-by-Step Methods for Unlocking All 50 Trophies
Now let’s get tactical – below I reveal specialized tips and methods for capturing FF16‘s entire trophy list efficiently:
Story & Progression Trophies
13 bronze trophies come naturally from completing main story quests and cutscenes as you play:
As an FF veteran, my advice here is enjoy the epic ride on your first playthrough! The narrative lasts around 40 hours, guiding you to these trophies passively.
Then in post-game and NG+, you can power through while focusing on clean-up.
Combat Feat Trophies
FF16 has 12 bronze trophies for combat feats ranging from counters to spell uses:
I unlocked many of these through standard play, but utilized NG+ to mop up ones tied to lategame abilities. My tips:
- Routinely check trophy progress in the menu
- Google specifics if struggling with a trophy‘s requirements
- Stack bonuses that enhance a trophy‘s playstyle
- Grind them out in NG+ if still missing some
With the right abilities equipped, these become very attainable!
Eikon Trophies
Four tricky bronze trophies demand mastering every move for a specific Eikon:
I‘d grab one Eikon trophy per playthrough by:
- Reading guides on an Eikon‘s specialties
- Focusing upgrade points in its combat skill tree
- Equipping related support abilities
- Practicing moves and rotations in battles
This mastery just takes some wise investment of resources into your chosen Eikon!
Gear-Based Trophies
A quartet of equipment trophies involve donning gear and using items:
These come relatively passively through playing, but buy/craft items purposefully if struggling, especially for:
- Eureka – spend 36,000 Gil at the shop for this trophy
- With Two Ds – upgrade inventory capacity fully at the shop‘s Utility tab
With some extra shopping focus, you‘ll secure this easy bronze set.
Side Content Trophies
Seven trophies nudge you toward FF16’s optional content like hunts, Chocobo riding, and more:
I found these fun to clean up post-game when overpowered. Key pointers:
- Pet dog/ride Chocobos when you see them early on
- Explore the world thoroughly to fill out maps
- Complete all hunts then finish their final quest
- Read letters at camps frequently
Take breaks between story missions to sightsee for some simple trophies!
All 6 Silver Trophy Unlock Methods
While more intricate, the silver trophies just require diligence across activities:
- Hard-Hitting Foes – use strongest skills against vulnerable bosses
- Hidden Signboards – comb every inch of the world
- Hunt Mastery – finish all tipster hunt quest chains
- Curio Collection – purchase at shops whenever possible
- Peerless Sword – forge it with rare materials in NG+
- Gifting Patrons – gift allies at every opportunity
While tricky, these silvers give great endgame targets once you‘re powered up!
Gold and Platinum Trophies
Only Fantasy, Finally (gold) and The Chronicler (platinum) remain.
The former requires game completion on any difficulty in Final Fantasy mode, which disables items and revives in battle. You‘ll need masterful skills, so I recommend strategizing then playing this mode in NG+.
As for the platinum, it unlocks after getting those 49 other trophies! Hard work, but immensely satisfying once you get there.
Final Fantasy 16 Trophy Hunting Tips
Before you dive in, utilize my specialized FF16 trophy advice for smoother sailing:
- Monitor trophy progress routinely in your menu
- Stack bonuses that amplify trophy requirements
- Come back later if truly stuck on something
- Google tips or guides for context
- Grind in NG+ if missing trophies
- Most importantly…savor this amazing game!
I hope my trophy insights help you chroniclers obtain FF16’s coveted platinum peak! This guide represents 200+ hours of experience—use the knowledge within to snag your own trophy glories on this epic quest.
