I also found it repetitive and the characters never became compelling. I found myself skipping bits and ultimately could have lived without finishing it. I did enjoy the video game aspect of the story, and I think that’s what kept me reading.
I’m in Europe at the moment, and will be when Final Fantasy 16 releases. If I buy a physical PS5 edition in Greece, will I be able to play it in New Zealand? Are PS5 games never region-locked, or is it up to publisher discretion?