You don’t have to be a Final Fantasy fan to know just how cherished the Final Fantasy VII installment has become. The 1997 classic has inspired countless RPGs to follow, and the 2020 Remake was the result of nearly 25 years of influence. Since fans got their hands on that first part, the second installment has remained a mystery. Fortunately, the guesswork finally came to an end during Thursday’s 25th-anniversary stream celebrating the title’s release. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will take players on the next thrilling journey, and it’s expected to release next winter exclusively for the PlayStation 5.
Since this was the initial reveal, few details have been unveiled to the masses. Square Enix only offered a tease of the game, which showcases some areas outside of Midgard. Of course, being a remake, even if you have some ideas on where the narrative might take you, creative director Tetsuya Nomura stated that this installment could give players a fresh new experience.
Square Enix unveiled another exciting aspect with this announcement. Since Final Fantasy VII Remake launched, it’s been unknown how many parts this remake would end up being. That’s no longer the case, as we now know Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the second game in a planned trilogy. There’s already a team working on the third game for this remake series.
If you’re still hungry for Final Fantasy VII content, then you’re in luck! Outside of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Square Enix also unveiled the remake of Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core. This game was a 2007 PlayStation Portable exclusive that acted as a prequel to Final Fantasy VII, inviting players to relive the experiences of Zack Fair during his time as a SOLDIER member. Those who missed out on this beloved entry to Final Fantasy VII canon can enjoy this story for the first time when Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion hits the marketplace sometime this winter for the PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch platforms.
