Final Fantasy 16 Omega Boss Fight... BROKE Me.

JC reacts to "Final Fantasy XVI Omega Boss Fight" and witnesses the hardest boss fight in the game, in the new Echoes of the Fallen DLC.
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Chapters:
0:00 Echoes of the Fallen Begins!
19:53 Getting Betrayed.
29:50 Entering The Sagespire.
41:05 Prehistoric Test Subjects
46:00 Omega Boss Fight Reaction
51:28 PHASE 2, PEAK HYPE.
1:10:45 FINAL PHASE, ONE FINAL EFFORT.
1:15:16 The Aftermath
1:27:53 Getting the OMEGA WEAPON & Final Thoughts!
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[@JCbackfire]

I can't believe we got to witness ANOTHER PEAK BOSS fight from this video game... My god, feels good to post another one of these. :') WELCOME BACK Y'ALL!

[@Funky28.]

It's the music that drives me and I love it! The instrumental is so beautiful! The scenes and combat looks awesome!

[@veritasaeterna]

this games comabt s amazing, its literally an anime, manga but playable

[@zacatkinson3926]

Its cool to see you as a FF fan now

[@mandomorales3548]

Honestly I was so happy to jump back into the world of Valisthea I love this game so much and $10 is not bad at all for the amazing music, bosses, new equipment and level cap and the enemies have new magic defenses and physical defenses as well. Just an all around tight package that’s just a nice little bonus for us fans!

[@JCbackfire]

Completely agree.

[@thegamewin100]

@@JCbackfireomega boss is so worth it and the new accessories are awesome

[@doolenny9458]

Yeah I heard some complaining about the length but like 10 euro for New lore 2 new peak songs 3 new bosses(one of which is the best in the game) 2 minibosses(one should be a boss tbh) And the best area in the game That sounds like a awesome deal

[@theendofdays5311]

Back in the time dlcs were free. This one should have been. I am a ff fan and a ff14 vet. I know omega very well and beyond a love letter to the fan that this dlc brought to us, we should always say that we need free content. Yes, it's a gréât dlc but a dungeon and a few gear + skin weapon isn't something worth 10 bucks. Even if the leviathan dlc might deserve compensation we should have it for free too. I could say that balancing and making leviathan eikonic abilities + creating a whole new story deserves our money but yet, I would surprise you saying that unfortunately. A dungeon that doesnt add more than a single lore page is not worth 10 bucks. That is also because of this kind of behaviour that we dont get some kind of "echoes of the fallen" dlc for free anymore. You can disagree with me.

[@doolenny9458]

@@theendofdays5311 idk I think you need to put in money by size It does add some solid lore A boss that most agree is the best in the game 3 great songs 3 fantastic bosses 2 great minibosses Arguably best dungeon in the game I think you’re getting a lot for your money with this Sure it isn’t massive but that’s why it’s very cheap

[@user-wu4ed3zl4b]

This game never ceases to amaze me. That Leviathan DLC can’t get here soon enough

[@Midlemaudit]

Why did he forget it?

[@thapotatonater827]

Just having all the ff14 music references made me happy, the entrance to the tower being a new version of the Azys Lla theme and then getting hit with multiple new versions of eScape before and during the omega fight had me blown away.

[@SuperLoop7209]

Soken never disappoints

[@ericbright1742]

52:49 I had about the same level of nerdgasm right there, when the music kicked in. I actually screamed aloud "SOKEN, WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?!" in pure joy.

[@wazittuya4092]

This boss have more health than ultimalius, it hits harder than most bosses, above all that it's perfectly balanced, well designed for hardcore hack and slash player, thank god.. we finally have actual challenging boss fight..

[@tehCostHD]

Yep. Fighting it with no potions on final fantasy mode was really tough. Definitely died a few times, but it’s so well designed. No bullshit at all. Straight up S tier mechanica

[@wazittuya4092]

@@tehCostHD getting medal of valor in this fight isn't much worse compare to ultimalius.. it's worth to get.. i wonder if there is any use of these medals 🤣

[@Babamarcus2632]

Not to mention this boss has a "Universal Erase" move, not even ultima has that kind of shit 💀💀💀💀

[@kevinkaslana9060]

​@@wazittuya4092I actually DO have the Medal of Valor for this guy. Hardly any Ultimate abilities were used too and I STILL passed that god-awful DPS check BARELY.

[@FinnFann]

@@Babamarcus2632 For a weapon meant to kill a god it's a good failsafe. You lose to said god you're all eliminated anyways so...failsafe is the off button.

[@ReksorisFenrikos]

The OST throughout the entire tower gave me mad nostalgia for a reason I don't even know myself. Its just so emotional. I even stood there for a solid 15 minutes just to take in the music, I LOVE it🥰

[@diamantisxiii]

It’s mostly mixed and composed of FF 14 tracks, including Omega’s battle theme on the second phase. If you’ve ever played or watched people play 14, that’s why. They did it in a way that’s a little subtle and doesn’t quite make you say “wow they just put that music into 16, and just reused it, annoying”

[@ReksorisFenrikos]

@@diamantisxiii I didnt play all too much of FF14. Kinda stopped after heavensward. So I dont really recognize the music itself but the emotions Soken intended to portray which make me feel this kinda way, if that makes sense. Music is so fascinating 😄

[@Xeccess]

That stream was one for the ages, peak levels unknown to man-kind

[@JCbackfire]

It was so much adrenaline, haha

[@reeceholmes7903]

What I love about this boss is that it’s actually a challenge and the music is awesome

[@Dovesuit]

I've never seen your streams before but this was a lot of fun. I watched your other FFXVI videos after, too. Thanks for sharing! also your parries in this fight were CRACKED lol

[@MarakamiSG]

That final phase is exactly every raiders feeling whenever we hit the long cast enrage in XIV

[@jeensung]

I believe this first part DLC was like a filler episode to give the fan something while waiting for the next one. I love it very much, next one part with Leviathan has to be huge. There’s no way they’re introducing a new Eikon with just a short quest. Definitely can’t wait for it, hope everyone enjoy this game as much as I do. LOVE LIVE FFXVI!

[@CojaGamez]

The next one is around 3 times longer

[@GMan-ne5bx]

They said it'll be around 10 hours

[@jeensung]

@@GMan-ne5bx Hell yeah brother that’s gonna be fire can’t wait

[@jdogzerosilverblade299]

@@CojaGamez wish it was longer but thats still a good amount of play time.

[@grinningwombat]

I mean yeah some games in total are 10 hours long so that should be plenty for a dlc

[@tonyballou]

Was looking for reactions to that stellar final DLC boss fight - Yours was the first one I found where the excitement matched my own. Great vid - Cheers!

[@veselinrankov7322]

This dlc on final fantasy mode scatched every itch and satisfied every craving I have had since I platinumed the game back in July. ❤ Well done CBU3

[@wood1066]

This is now my favorite fight in the game. While this DLC is short it added enough and address some of the criticisms of the main game to get me hyped for the 2nd DLC. Can't wait to see what they do with the Ifrit Vs Leviathan fight.

[@thegamewin100]

The accessories make this game 10x better for me actually makes you wanna test out different things

[@kwpineda5663]

Omega was a super boss! Omg was that fun 😂 your reaction was priceless too. Can't wait for part 2 of the DLC.

[@thegamewin100]

2024 💀 it’s gonna be a while

[@Rayleonard9999]

Beating this DLC on FF Mode with minimal potions was definitely a challenge. Enjoyed every minute of learning each attack the boss had to deliver

[@fbistatmajor5918]

just watching you get happy for this game makes me want to play it again, can't wait for you to play the leviathan part

[@jaeusa160]

For us FF14 fans, those remixes of E-Scape and Azys Lla music though.

[@JCbackfire]

I knew I recognized it, hahaha. Gotta love it!

[@huey515]

​@@JCbackfireI don't know 100%. But I think one of the designers for 16 also did 14. Thus why ff16 feels similar to ff14

[@notwesley9180]

​@@huey515the person who did the ost for this game, Soken, also did music for 14, so that's why the Titan and Omega themes shares cues from their 14 incarnations

[@Roxas3510]

@@huey515 Creative Business Unit III, the Square Enix division that made FF14, is the same team that made this game.

[@SuperTrailerz]

omfg that was peak FF!!! so hyped watching it live.

[@norinobu0555]

I love your FF16 commentary! Thank you for the video. DLC was the best.

[@JCbackfire]

oh my gosh, thank you so much!!! I really appreciate this.

[@springamcs]

Great work man, I feel your pain, I haven't fought omega weapon on FF16 yet but I am playing through the game on Final Fantasy mode at the moment, so just unlocked the quest for echoes of the fallen, looking forward to fighting Omega once again very soon

[@HeavyPilot83]

I'm so glad you pay so much attention to the music. I do the same. Heck, I play FF as much to HEAR it as I do to SEE it. There's a reason why Soken won the award for Best Score/Music. The DLC music was incredible.

[@sneakyninja2773]

This game has the most epic boss fights of all time. Absolutely incredible. I genuinly have no idea how this game is even possible.

[@10crlos]

Just beat the dlc, man it was very good and fun. The final boss was the right amount of difficulty i was looking for in this game. Also the music 🔥

[@accountid9681]

I can't wait to get back into valesthia, this looks crazy

[@diabolic_ghastly]

That music in phase 2 tho🔥🔥

[@lukedodson3441]

The sagespire music is absolutely incredible

[@jasonrobert3849]

Probably one of my favorite new pieces of music was in the SageSpire. So gorgeous and haunting

[@michaeltsang1748]

Your timing with titantic block is impressive.

[@reshaykut]

Same reactions i had while i was experiencing this on Final Fantasy Difficulty lol It was so good and so intense

[@jackh7329]

My spoiler-free review that I gave my friend was, "It's not a feels trip, but it is the hype train, baby, and I am absolutely here for the ride." Just so much fucking fun.

[@TacoLex]

Goddamnit! Some of the moves from Omega were from Kingdom Hearts! The orbs that appeared above head and shot lasers at you were like Ansem’s 😂

[@kevinkaslana9060]

No WONDER I was getting my ass kicked the first time! I'm so used to playing Kingdom Hearts myself - twenty year veteran here - that I was trying to treat this MF like Ansem from the first game!

[@Tazrael]

I remember playing through the dungeon portion, even before getting to the end. I knew who I was going up against because the clues are all there in the logo.... And then I hear the melody of eScape in the dungeon theme SOKEN! YOU GOT ME AGAIN!

[@VandalHeart26]

I love your content and your energy! The last boss was absolutely thrilling and I'm glad you made it in time :) just finished the DLC on Hard Mode (first time) and Omega was really something different! Probably my favorite boss fight in the entire game. And the music ... Soken is a god, a worthy successor of Uematsu.

[@jdunc635]

Your parries against the High Maneuvers move were so sick. I didn't use Titan against him when i beat him, but your playthrough makes me want to replay Omega and use Titan.

[@DJAB87]

I did this fight the other day and i managed to catch omega's high maneuvers attack with both Shiva's Cold Snap to get Permafrost and free damage and Titan's Raging Fists with the perfectly timed block. Beyond. Hyped.

[@Sincleaver]

Loved watching this and your reaction to it. This game truly is PEAK

[@darrenardron6953]

I beat it today so crazy my heart was pounding, i want a Vinyl of all the FF16 Music now xx

[@MoreLimitless_]

This was PEAK. I dont know how they'll top this but I have a feeling they will LOL.

[@thegamewin100]

Leviathan for sure will and we’re gonna get some new bosses aswell it’s gonna be a big dlc apparently

[@AgentTweakerGeeker]

JC, been a big fan since Black Ops 3 and loving the content ever since. Have you ever considered playing Returnal, some of the mechanics of this fight reminded me of Returnal fights, and that game is SO amazing, not to mention you sounded pretty hype about the GOW-rogue-like DLC, and Returnal is a rogue-like as well

[@parasonic1172]

Oh man, glad to see that Omega is as much of a pain on Action-Focused mode as it is on Final Fantasy mode. I was down to 2 potions and 1 elixir for the whole fight, so it took me a full hour and around 20 attempts

[@TuskyBaby]

I'd definitely say "Short but sweet" is the best way to describe this dlc. The quantity of new content is a tad light (considering the turnaround for this though its still impressive), but its some of the highest quality stuff in the game. I really hope they continue with this kind of difficulty and off-the-wall insanity in future add-ons. Also really appreciated delving more into the lore.

[@skylarmotley3897]

Man just think about how crazy the Leviathan fight is going to be…

[@robTCGZ]

In terms of spectacle, I think Bahanut is still the best fight in the game. However, in terms of gameplay and challenge, Omega has become ny favourite fight in this game. He destroyed me, but every single time I learned something new about the fight. I felt like a beast when I finally defeated Omega. Leviathan, I'M READY!!!

[@danstan8400]

Getting back on this game reminded you why you loved it in the first place

[@Saito_ST]

Dude I played this DLC in FF mode, IT WAS SO DAMN HARD LOL, you literally get a trophy called “OMG” because the last boss was so damn hard 😳

[@kevinkaslana9060]

Goofy name for a trophy, but FUCKING A, this boss is a reaction test to the extreme! If you dunno the timing to his Hyperextension or High Maneuvers attack, that shit gives you a game over 90% of the fucking time!

[@meldrizzle]

we really need a cid backstory dlc that would be so hype

[@jasonbradley7516]

I have to say as a gamer I just love how you appreciate good video game soundtracks. The emotional intensity and experience of the game is greatly enhanced when the soundtrack is awesome. FFXVI has some beautiful compositions. I mean absolutely beautiful! I love watching your streams as well. They’re so awesome!!!

[@shadowstrider13]

Are you gonna have a video soon of you playing Rising Tides?

[@darrenardron6953]

I think when the Leviathan DLC comes out it be worth to see if the fight with Ultima changes, maybe ultima will use Leviathan powers too

[@dreamer6737]

Just cleared the DLC on FF mode - pheeeew finally some difficult content 👏🏻 Love this game!!

[@clickpen]

another dlc on the way too!

[@JCbackfire]

LEVIATHAN my king.

[@josesingh3857]

This game so good I hope it gets sequels

[@KumanoDK]

i first tried this on final fantasy mode while being lvl 87 xd

[@DeadEye364]

Yes let the hype flow through you, harness its power...A DRIFTING TENDER, COME RIDE, HEROS RIDE! *Proceeds to dance like a madman*

[@KS-hm4ef]

Loved watching your reactions for the entire series. I personally feel this game was SEVERELY under rated and deserves far more recognition than it got and it was refreshing to see someone else feel as passionately as i did about it. But i do have to ask are you planning on playing rise of tides? I will say it is well worth it every second.

[@SpiderFromMars81]

One of the best boss fights I’ve ever seen in a video game. Period.

[@SSlash]

I remember having a moment in that hanger room where I just sat there and took in the view over rosalith, teared up when I realized man... THIS is the final dungeon we never got, with ALL 4 of us together too, I seriously expected one short romp throughout whatever the hell origin was but they threw us straight in, stonehyrr was the last area but it never quite felt like it yknow? All the bosses were so fun though esp Omega and the reactions too, already watched live but leaving a like just to do my part o7 haha

[@ej8476]

Who would offer the better fight? The god who created and now want to remake the world? Or one metal boi

[@kevinkaslana9060]

Omega is DEFINITELY the harder of the two. Ultima can be cheesed with Titan and Shiva, but you can't pull that kinda shit with an Eikonoklaste.

[@user-yq5ey3uq6o]

Waiting for your rising tide video❤

[@SamBerbatov2010]

JC we need a reaction to the latest trailer announcement! ;)

[@michaellugaresi700]

WTF? Why am I in the first 10 sec of the video and see only lough for few boss move sets? LOL!

[@danstan8400]

No lie I was in the same boat as you last second kill I love it

[@SuperTrailerz]

when is the video for the new DLC coming up??

[@sflugjourno]

Never would have imagined that I'd see a bullet hell shmup style of superboss fight in Final Fantasy. Holy smokes.

[@MSwich78]

As of right now I’m going to say yes, but Omega has been known to be one of the super bosses from older Final Fantasy games so as far as I remember

[@MSwich78]

And don’t forget your omega weapon Reforged in Final Fantasy mode is identical to Ultima weapon

[@huey515]

Now do it on Final Fantasy mode. I did it blind on Final fantasy difficulty around level 90 and it was decently hard, but really not too bad

[@thegamewin100]

I did it at level 86 it wasn’t too bad bro almost one shot me though

[@pepopapi386]

I Did it on Final fantasy mode 1st try😊

[@huey515]

@@pepopapi386 same

[@maasvandepoppe3576]

Did you played new game plus or not ? There you get the omega weapon with 700 700 stats just like ultima blade

[@rininabin3372]

I can't wait to do this fight but with leviathan

[@Aaron7289.]

I remember when I beat omega on final fantasy mode it was epic and hard but my gosh was it fun and am ready for the other dlc hype

[@DBK415]

Epic boss fight. Final phase gave me the most trouble. You have to attack fast.

[@dripy9159]

Now go try to beat him in final fantasy mode..took me many many tries..super tough boss right here..by far toughest in the game

[@danielmelo5477]

the omega fight was epic!!!

[@adamthompson178]

I was level 101 and managed to beat him on my 2nd attempt. Possibly the hardest boss on this game to date. I think they did a fantastic job on this DLC with the music and the architecture of the spire. Straight 10/10 for me and I hope the Rising Tide is gonna be the same type of hype

[@notwesley9180]

This fight is insane, played it on ff mode earlier, and would've lost if i hadn't used the final elixir. Probably my second favorite fight in the game (i don't think anythings beating the Bahamut fight, but this one comes close!)

[@tehCostHD]

In terms of Clive gameplay, this is the best. But nothing will ever beat the hype of titan bahamut and Odin fights for me. And the final boss too. But pure gameplay? This is the best boss fight for sure. I can’t wait to see what they do with leviathan

[@wr5488]

I got omega in one go on ng+ but damn, I went into the fight only down one high potion, used everything I had minus the revival item during the fight. My build is a lot of ultimates so I can take advantage of their time stop stuff, and I got really good during ng+ at using limit break to iFrame through damage. But damn this guy made me give it all I had. I think Ultima in one go is probably harder, but omega hits like a monster truck.

[@thechocolateaxe5427]

@JCbackfire you going to play final fantasy mode, dont know if you are aware, but level cap is increased, and you get better versions of the weapons you have collected, like omega weapon attack is 750. Id like to see you do a playthrough for ff mode that be sick.

[@MikkiZHskDK]

Any chance we get a leviathan video from you❤😮

[@MachinaBahamut]

I wonder when JC is gonna do Rising Tide lol

[@Gabriel-ct1yc]

Is this DLC worth it?

[@victormanuelperez92]

What difficulty is he playing this boss fight? Is he playing in the “Final Fantasy difficulty?”

[@the7thseven873]

The term “Magitek” is mostly used in FF 6 if I’m not mistaken.

[@redmiguel9175]

Can you repeat quest after you're done with it? i kind of want to collect the medal of valor for this

[@thegamewin100]

Yes you can replay it on stage replay

[@milisentiummaze6688]

And now imagine that the next FF MMO will get raid bosses like this😅 Thanks for the PEAK emotions btw, dude)

[@grievousXWX]

Ngl this fight is an authorized pogface. It is so stupid and epic at the same time, I grinned the entire fight, it was so good

[@snowfox4704]

I will offer this: Use Lightning Rod w/ Giga Flare to boost attack damage multiplier When attacked, Lightning Rod sends out a severe damage pulse to enemies.

[@kevinkaslana9060]

Funnily enough, I DIDN'T use Lightning Rod and Gigaflare against Omega. I just used Impulse, Rising Flames, Diamond Dust, Proselityze, Rift Slip and Will-o' the Wykes while using Garuda, Shiva and Ultima. If you can utilize a perfect combo, that shit will DRAIN a Will Gauge like NUTS. A good mix of midair and ground combat, and if you can time the Rift Slip midair, it gives you more reaction time to dodge.

[@HUSK3RGAM3R]

Can't wait for this game to come to PC, it's going to pop off so hard on max settings. Also glad to find another FFXIV enjoyer that also loves the music!

[@thegamewin100]

Hopefully it runs well 💀 it can barley handle walking regularly combat is fine though

[@baby_dragon202]

hello jc how you tonight

[@FinnFann]

"It's constricting all of creation" "WHAT DOES IT MEAN" He's losing the match so he's reaching to yank the ethernet cable on you. Pretty fair safeguard when it's built to fight a god who'll erase you if you lose. Mutually assured destruction incarnate. :V

[@Markus.Vidal247]

This game has fantasy harp and Drum and Bass. That’s why this is my favorite game.

[@KK-qs2kq]

I f'n loved this fight.

[@firdaus9948]

U get Omega Bandge beat it?

[@geovannelima3860]

WE NEED LEVIATHAN BOSS FIGHT NOW

[@Flutterdark_]

im glad to see others panic at the dsp check just as much as i did.

[@sepphero9639]

Loved the dlc, even though it objectively didn't feels worth 10€, but well considering skin prices maybe it is xP. But that first shot when entering the tower felt like Paris if the eifel tower dtretched over it 🤣 also Really love the panorama view from one of the higher floors, really helped me sorting out where certain stuff in rosaria was and the scale of ifrit vs Phönix. Also, there is a very similar optional dungeon in final fantasy 14 🤣 which is made by the same dev team, just saying. 👀

[@RetroTSSoS]

I mean $10 is cheaper than a movie ticket and this dlc is way better than 90% of movies out these days

[@sepphero9639]

@@RetroTSSoS yea...maybe but most are still more work. Most assets of the dlc are copied from the base game (what isn't an inherit bad thing) and the story is basically non existent, just serving as plot device to let you fight Omega. Basically ending up in 3/4 boss fights, 2 weapons and a few accessories in total for 10€ (I'm happy with said price but i can see how objectively it is really short on content 🤷‍♂️) maybe an omega skill set or an tower mode (like Yoshua teases at the end of the story) could have helped in letting it feel more worth

[@darrenardron6953]

was 7.99 Pounds here in the UK great price personally, the music the fights, was awesome :) but seeing that crater on the high floor was like whoa

[@mehefat1075]

I haven’t gotten past phase 2 yet I’m playing on ff difficulty and I am like 10 levels under everything lol

[@SuperLoop7209]

So I traditionally have never been great at action rpgs. As good as combat is in the FF7 remake, I constantly try forgot simple things like stance changing and whatnot. This is said so more context can be given for my saying the fight against Omega, while quite challenging, is also by far my favorite boss fight in any action rpg. He’s not super tough once you have a handle on the timing and range of his attacks, but more than the gameplay itself I was blown away by the music and sounds. Now that I’m playing through in Final Fantasy mode I cannot flippin wait to challenge this guy again.

[@SuperLoop7209]

But in terms of this fight, I had to use Shiva. Without her Cold Snap I would’ve kept getting hit by his High Maneuver dash. And if you freeze him with in when passing by you it also freezes the flames around Omega. Super cool to look at loo

[@SuperLoop7209]

Final note. The dps check at the end to best enrage was epic. Reminded me of Hades and Endsinger in FF14, though their normal versions weren’t nearly as tight as Omega’s was here.

[@ThoraxetheImpaile100]

1:12:55 JC: ODIN, I'M GOING TO KILL YOU!!! Odin: 😑

[@colin0930]

I still don’t understand how this game wasn’t nominated for GOTY😮

[@user-qd1zb7jj7q]

Alan mid 2 stole the spot

[@LodyPolskieNarodowe]

@@user-qd1zb7jj7q but BG 3 won somehow (I personally think it was a terrible game)💀

[@kenshirokasumi8961]

The majority of this game is mind-numbing missions and side quests that start feeling like a chore the longer I played. It actually got so bad that I legitimately fell ASLEEP a couple of times. Don't get me wrong, there are missions that are decent, the boss fights are phenomenal, and the characters are great, but I just lost wind and interest by the third half of the game. 6 or 7 out of 10 for me.

[@rininabin3372]

PLEASE DO THE RISING TIDE