'Final Fantasy 15' News: Day 1 Crown Update Patch Notes; Why Noctis' Sidekicks are Important

After almost 10 years in the making and years of delay, the worldwide release date of "Final Fantasy 15" is almost here. Square Enix has announced that there will be a day 1 Crown Update after the simultaneous release to get some last minute improvements, upgrades and new features for "Final Fantasy 15."

Several reports confirm that "Final Fantasy 15" has been leaked in several countries around the world and Square Enix even had to issue a warning for spoilers of the game that may pop up in media sharing sites. Additionally, the gaming company has said that a day 1 patch called the Crown Update will go live after November 30.

According to Gadgets 360, the "Final Fantasy 15" game without the patch update plays fine on its own but it is recommended to get the version 1.01 because it contains more content, bug fixes and other upgrades. The Crown Update includes the "Omen" trailer, Battle features including Shift Drop Kick and Backwards Shift Magic. Wait Mode has also been improved in terms of increased Libra speed, better attack and final blow shift break and killing enemies makes the Wait Gauge fill faster.

Noctis' health status has been upgraded to help players better monitor it in terms of design and readability. The patch also makes Noctis able to Shift around the game easier. Fishing has also bee upgraded to have more variety, hotspots and more. The full patch notes of the "Final Fantasy 15" Crown Update are detailed in Square Enix's website.

It is important to note that aside from the main character, Noctis, he has three other companions in "Final Fantasy 15." Gladiolus is the Prince of Lucis' royal bodyguard and close friend, Ignis is the right-hand advisor and Prompto, despite being of lowborn status is a loyal friend of Noctis. The three helps Noctis on his quest to save the kingdom but more importantly, they help him skills wise in defeating enemies.

According to Windows Central, the combat system of "Final Fantasy 15" has been made complicated and the RPG gives players the opportunity to customize melee and magic to their advantage. Noctis' friends come in handy as they each have specific skills to aid the Prince in saving the kingdom of Lucis.

Those who haven't gotten their "Final Fantasy 15" copies may either choose the PS4 standard or deluxe edition. The game is also available on the Xbox One.