Eikonic Adventure

GeForce NOW continues to blur the lines between gaming dreams and reality by bringing high-profile titles directly to the cloud. This week, the much-anticipated FINAL FANTASY XVI debuts on the platform, allowing eager fans to stream the game from its launch.

Additionally, 11 bit studios’ highly awaited city-survival game, Frostpunk 2, is available for early access on GeForce NOW, making it possible to experience the game before its official release.

These additions are part of a broader effort to expand the already extensive GeForce NOW library with seven new games this week. Let’s dive into the details of these exciting new releases.

FINAL FANTASY XVI: The Eikonic Adventure

FINAL FANTASY XVI takes players on an enthralling journey through Valisthea, a land once prosperous under the light of the Mothercrystals, now deteriorating due to a mysterious Blight. The game, which is the latest installment in Square Enix’s iconic role-playing series, offers an epic action RPG experience steeped in dark fantasy and political intrigue.

Players assume the role of Clive Rosfield, navigating a complex narrative filled with magical battles against Eikons—powerful elemental beings controlled by Dominants. These Dominants are individuals endowed with extraordinary abilities, adding an extra layer of complexity to the game’s storyline.

The game features real-time combat mechanics that allow players to perform devastating moves by seamlessly chaining attack combos. This, combined with its captivating story, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay, ensures that FINAL FANTASY XVI provides an unforgettable experience for both newcomers and long-time fans of the series.

Streaming FINAL FANTASY XVI on GeForce NOW eliminates the need to worry about hardware specifications or storage space. Ultimate members can even enjoy the game in up to 4K resolution, making every battle and cinematic moment even more immersive. For those new to the series, a demo version is available to try on GeForce NOW before committing to the full game.

Winter Is Coming: Frostpunk 2

The highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed game Frostpunk is set to be available for GeForce NOW members starting Friday, September 20. Those who preorder the Deluxe Edition on Steam or Xbox can access Frostpunk 2 early.

Frostpunk 2 builds upon the foundations of its predecessor, challenging players to lead a resource-scarce civilization in a world gripped by eternal winter. The sequel introduces more intricate city-building mechanics and complex political scenarios, requiring players to make difficult decisions to ensure the survival and morale of their citizens.

By streaming Frostpunk 2 on GeForce NOW, players can experience the game in all its icy glory without worrying about hardware requirements. Priority and Ultimate members can enjoy longer gaming sessions, allowing for the development of more elaborate and expansive cities.

Let’s Get Greedy: PAYDAY 3 DLC

The final Year 1 chapter of PAYDAY 3, titled Fear and Greed, is now available for GeForce NOW members. In this high-stakes DLC, players are thrust into Wall Street to execute the ultimate insider trading scheme. They will uncover conspiracies and lead the Payday Gang in a daring effort to bring down Concord’s stocks.

Members can stream the following new games on GeForce NOW this week:

New Releases

• Frostpunk 2 (Available on Steam and Xbox starting September 20)


• FINAL FANTASY XVI (Available on Steam and Epic Games Store starting September 17)


• The Plucky Squire (Available on Steam starting September 17)


• Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster (Available on Steam starting September 18)


• Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven (Demo available on Steam starting September 18)


• The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak (Available on Steam)


• REKA (Available on Steam)

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— NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) September 18, 2024